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10 Signs of Cancer in Dogs

It is notoriously difficult to detect cancer early in pets. Get the facts about early detection, treatment and more from Dr. Phil Zeltzman.

Cancer patient learns chemotherapy “does not have to be what you fear”

Too Young for Cancer In 2015, 35-year-old Amanda Schwalb started feeling bad and was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery to remove a cyst. What she did not know was the emergency surgery w…

Dogs know you have cancer before you do

Studies show that man's best friend can detect cancer with surprising accuracy. Researchers hope to one day develop an electronic nose that mimics canines' extraordinary noses.

Drinking Coffee Linked With Increased Risk Of Ovarian Cancer

A new meta-analysis finds a correlation between coffee and increased instances of ovarian cancer.

9 Health Rules That Doctors Never Break

Top doctors share the best health tips and health advice they themselves follow to prevent skin cancer and breast cancer, reduce back pain, prevent stress and more.

How to Spot the Signs of Breast Cancer

More American women are surviving breast cancer, thanks in part to screening tests that can help detect it early. But knowing your own breasts can help you spot changes and report them to your doctor between exams.<br>Here are some signs to look out for.

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What Does "Physician Retirement" Truly Mean?

*Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles from the Senior Physician Section. This first article is contributed by Jack Hasson, M.D., Senior Physician Representative. Physicians do not retire. They may leave the practice of medicine, but they remain physicians throughout their entire life. It is their inner being…their soul. Most of …

Surgeon General Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is on the rise in the U.S., and the surgeon general has issued a warning about exposure to UV rays, urging increased education to consumers.

The breast cancer surgeon who got breast cancer

Liz O'Riordan had to stop working as a breast cancer surgeon because of her own cancer. How did she move on?

When you place your faith in another surgeon

I was comforted by what he told me. I'm still worried, but I know my mother in law is in good hands.

Surgeons remove the ‘world’s largest brain tumour’

A man known only as Sakthivel had the 5kg tumour removed in a 10-hour operation after spending most of his life too scared and low on money to have the life-changing surgery.

How cancer transformed this physician

Cancer also transformed me into a more clear-eyed and mindful person. And for that evolution, I am forever grateful.

Why Do Physicians Overtreat Elderly Breast Cancer Patients?

Drs Kathy Miller and Reshma Jagsi on the reasons behind practitioners' reluctance to omit radiation therapy in older patients.

How This Breast Cancer Surgeon Used Running to Fight Her Own Diagnosis

Anne Peled knew the science on how exercise helps in cancer treatment—so she put it to the test.

6 tips to prepare to see an orthopedic surgeon

An appointment to see an orthopedic surgeon for a joint injury or pain can be frustrating. Tips to prepare ahead to get the most out of your appointment:

When should I see a primary care sports medicine physician?

Whether your child is joining a sports team at school this fall or you consider yourself a weekend warrior, you should know that a primary care sports medicine physician is able to treat all the active members of your family in case of injury

Surgeon who removed woman's 44lb tumor warns against ignoring symptoms

The tumor is known as a uterine fibroid, which can cause symptoms like stomach swelling, menstrual changes and pain.

Violinist plays to save her music as surgeons remove brain tumour

Growth identified as being close to the area that controls fine movement of her left hand