GERD may increase risk of some cancers

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is very common in the United States, affecting up to 27.8% of the population. Studies have suggested a possible link between GERD and cancers of the larynx and esophagus. A recent study adds further evidence to these findings. In a new study, researchers found evidence of a link between GERD and […]

Study hints that early morning exercise may reduce cancer risk

A new study has suggested that people who exercise in the morning between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. may be less likely to develop cancers than those who exercise later in the day. New research has suggested that people who exercise in the early morning may have a reduced risk of developing cancer than those […]

Is there a link between blood infections and colorectal cancer?

New research has found a link between blood infections due to anaerobic bacteria and colorectal cancer. This finding may help with future cancer screenings. A recent study has concluded that anaerobic bacterial blood infections are associated with an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. The study, which the researchers will present at the 2020 European […]

Tumor cell type identified that makes prostate cancer more aggressive

Prostate tumors that contain more of a specific type of cell are more likely to be life-threatening, a new study has found. The research could lead to a test to differentiate between aggressive and harmless forms of the disease. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting males in the United States. According to the […]