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Cancer PreventionFeb 19, 2026

A Laser That Sees Skin Cancer Before Your Doctor Can—Without a Biopsy

UC Irvine researchers developed a low-power infrared laser device that detects early melanoma signs at the cellular level without biopsies, now in clinical...

Cancer PreventionFeb 19, 2026

California's Melanoma Trials Are Testing Bold New Combinations—Here's What Could Change Treatment

Leading cancer centers in California are running 83 active melanoma trials testing innovative immunotherapy combinations and personalized approaches.

Cancer PreventionFeb 19, 2026

Your Metabolic Health May Predict Colon Cancer Risk—Here's What New Research Shows

A major analysis links metabolic syndrome, obesity, and high blood pressure to higher rates of precancerous polyps.

Cancer PreventionFeb 19, 2026

Five Cancer Screenings That Could Save Your Life—And What to Expect

Early cancer detection saves lives: 50% of cancer patients survive 10+ years, and 30-50% of cases are preventable. Here's what the five key screenings involve.

Cancer PreventionFeb 19, 2026

A New Hope for Pancreatic Cancer: Why Adding Immunotherapy Before Surgery Is Changing the Game

A UCLA study shows combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy before pancreatic cancer surgery is safe and helps some patients achieve complete tumor...

Cancer PreventionFeb 17, 2026

Tanning Beds Triple Your Melanoma Risk—And Scientists Finally Know Why

New research reveals tanning beds cause DNA damage across nearly your entire skin surface, not just exposed areas. Here's what dermatologists want you to know.

Cancer PreventionFeb 13, 2026

Colorectal Cancer Is Skyrocketing in Younger Adults—Here's What You Need to Know

Colorectal cancer is rising in people under 50, but early detection and lifestyle changes can dramatically improve survival odds.

Cancer PreventionFeb 13, 2026

Why Age 25 Is the New Starting Line for Cervical Cancer Prevention

New 2026 screening guidelines lower the recommended age to start cervical cancer screening to 25, shifting focus to primary HPV testing as the most effective early detection method.

Cancer PreventionFeb 13, 2026

The Hidden Team Behind Your Cancer Care: How Data Specialists Are Reshaping Treatment and Survival

Meet the oncology data specialists quietly transforming cancer care—they're the professionals turning patient records into life-saving insights.

Cancer PreventionFeb 12, 2026

Behind the Scenes: How Cancer Registries Are Quietly Reshaping Prevention and Survival

Cancer registries track millions of patient records to spot trends doctors miss—and it's changing how we prevent and treat cancer.

Cancer PreventionFeb 12, 2026

The American Cancer Society's 2026 Blueprint: Why Your Prevention Choices Matter More Than Ever

New data reveals how lifestyle changes and screening can meaningfully reduce cancer risk—here's what you need to know.

Cancer PreventionFeb 11, 2026

One-Size-Fits-All Breast Cancer Screening Isn't Working—Here's What Personalized Risk Testing Changes

A major study shows tailored screening based on individual risk reduces advanced breast cancer diagnoses by 38% compared to annual mammograms for everyone.

Five Major Cancer Organizations Just Pooled $12 Million to Crack Early Detection—Here's Why It Matters

A groundbreaking coalition of cancer research organizations is funding six research teams to develop new ways to detect pancreatic, ovarian, and esophageal cancers before they become deadly.

Why Doctors Are Racing to Catch Esophageal Cancer Earlier—And What It Means for You

New global partnerships are revolutionizing esophageal cancer detection in high-risk regions, while AI-driven screening programs expand access nationwide.

When One Cancer Diagnosis Isn't the End: What Dave Coulier's Story Teaches Us About Early Detection

Dave Coulier's journey through two unrelated cancers reveals how follow-up care and screening can catch new threats early.

Just 10 Minutes of Intense Exercise Could Help Fight Cancer—Here's How

New research shows brief, vigorous workouts trigger molecular changes that suppress cancer cell growth and boost DNA repair.

After Cancer Surgery, This Simple Art Activity Cuts Anxiety in Half—But Pain Relief Is More Complex

New research shows mandala coloring significantly reduces post-surgery anxiety in gynecologic cancer patients, though pain benefits were modest.

A Simple Blood Test Could Catch Pancreatic Cancer Before It's Too Late

Scientists developed a four-marker blood test that detects 87.5% of early-stage pancreatic cancers, potentially transforming survival rates for one of the deadliest cancers.

Cancer PreventionJan 30, 2026

How Smart Data Analysis Is Changing the Way We Catch Cancer Early

New data science approaches are revolutionizing cancer screening by moving away from one-size-fits-all methods to personalized, risk-based detection.

Cancer PreventionJan 30, 2026

The Simple Lifestyle Changes That Cut Your Cancer Risk—And Why Most People Skip Them

Cancer experts reveal the top prevention strategies that could save millions of lives, yet barriers like stigma and lack of awareness keep people from taking action.

Cancer PreventionJan 28, 2026

New Research Partnership Takes Aim at Ovarian Cancer—Here's What It Means for Women

Two major cancer centers are joining forces to tackle ovarian cancer through groundbreaking immune system research that could transform treatment outcomes.

Cancer PreventionJan 28, 2026

Major Funding Push for Lung Cancer Prevention: What Researchers Are After in 2026

The Lung Cancer Research Foundation is offering $150,000 grants specifically for prevention and early detection research in 2026.

Cancer PreventionJan 27, 2026

Meet the 24 Scientists Reshaping Cancer Research—And Why Their Work Matters to You

The American Association for Cancer Research just honored 24 groundbreaking scientists whose discoveries are transforming how we prevent, detect, and treat cancer.

Cancer PreventionJan 24, 2026

Meet the Scientists Reshaping How We Prevent and Detect Cancer

18 rising researchers are pioneering breakthrough approaches to cancer prevention, from smart drug delivery systems to gut microbiome insights.

Cancer PreventionJan 23, 2026

The HPV Vaccine Works Better Than You Think—Here's Why Timing Matters

New research shows the HPV vaccine prevents 90% of cervical cancers when given before age 17, making timing crucial for maximum protection.

Cancer PreventionJan 21, 2026

AI-Powered Sensors Could Detect Cancer Before Symptoms Show Up

MIT researchers created AI-designed molecular sensors that could catch cancer in its earliest stages using a simple at-home urine test.

Cancer PreventionJan 20, 2026

Scientists Just Engineered a Smarter Antibody to Supercharge Your Immune System Against Cancer

Researchers created four-armed antibodies that cluster immune receptors together, dramatically boosting T cell activation against tumors.

Cancer PreventionJan 20, 2026

Cancer Can Hide for Years After Treatment—Here's What Researchers Are Learning

Scientists are uncovering why cancer cells can remain dormant for decades before reawakening, offering new hope for preventing late relapses.

Cancer PreventionJan 20, 2026

A New Vaccine Strategy Could Prevent Cancer in People With Lynch Syndrome—Here's How

Scientists tested a groundbreaking vaccine that trains the immune system to fight cancer before it develops in people with Lynch syndrome.

Cancer PreventionJan 20, 2026

Cancer Prevention Is About to Change: Here's What Experts Say Is Coming in 2026

Leading cancer experts predict 2026 will bring breakthrough prevention strategies that treat cancer risk before disease develops.

Cancer PreventionJan 19, 2026

One-Size-Fits-All Cancer Screening Is Outdated—Here's What's Replacing It

New research shows personalized breast cancer screening based on individual risk factors works better than annual mammograms for everyone.

Cancer PreventionJan 19, 2026

Good News for Women: Lung Cancer Deaths in Europe Are Finally Leveling Off

After 25+ years of rising, female lung cancer deaths across Europe are stabilizing at 12.5 per 100,000 women by 2026—except in Spain.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

Why Southeast Michigan's Only Comprehensive Cancer Center Is Expanding Access to Prevention and Clinical Trials

Karmanos Cancer Institute's Dearborn location brings NCI-designated comprehensive cancer care, screening, and clinical trials to Wayne County—services previously unavailable outside major medical centers.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

Why Southeast Michigan's Top Cancer Center Is Changing How Patients Access Treatment

Karmanos Cancer Institute's Dearborn location brings NCI-designated comprehensive cancer care, clinical trials, and prevention programs directly to Wayne County patients.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

How Leading Cancer Centers Are Reshaping Prevention Through Community Partnership

Major cancer institutes are uniting with statewide health networks to tackle cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment through collaborative research and community engagement.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

Why Early Cancer Detection Matters—And How One Hospital Is Leading the Way

Michigan's Karmanos Cancer Institute is pioneering new approaches to cancer prevention and early detection through collaborative research.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

Why Your Family History Could Be Your Best Cancer Defense Tool

Cancer experts are emphasizing how family medical history can guide better screening decisions and prevention strategies.

Cancer PreventionJan 18, 2026

How a Hospice in Uganda Became a Cancer Prevention Powerhouse—And Why It Matters

A Ugandan hospice shifted from end-of-life care to prevention, screening nearly 29,000 women and helping vaccinate 47,000 girls against HPV.

Cancer PreventionJan 13, 2026

Cancer Survival Just Hit a Historic High: 7 in 10 Patients Now Live 5+ Years

New data shows cancer survival rates have dramatically improved, with 70% of patients now living five years or more after diagnosis.

Cancer PreventionJan 12, 2026

Skip the Speculum: New Federal Guidelines Let Women Self-Test for Cervical Cancer

Federal health officials now recommend self-swab HPV tests as the preferred cervical cancer screening method for women 30-65, potentially ending the era of uncomfortable Pap smears.

Cancer PreventionJan 12, 2026

Scientists Discover a Natural Shield Against Blood Cancer—And It Could Change Treatment

Researchers found that some people inherit genetic variants that naturally protect against blood cancer precursors, offering new hope for prevention.

A Breakthrough in Cancer Prevention: New Vaccines Show Promise Against Aggressive Cancers

Two groundbreaking vaccine trials are showing early promise in preventing aggressive cancers before they start, targeting specific proteins found in tumors.

Why Some Cancer Patients Don't Respond to Immunotherapy—And What Bacteria Have to Do With It

New research reveals bacteria living inside tumors may block immunotherapy from working, opening doors to antibiotic treatments.

A Simple Blood Test Detects 7 Times More Cancers Than Standard Screening

New blood test finds cancers that mammograms and colonoscopies miss, catching 73% of cancer types that have no screening options available today.

Cancer PreventionDec 30, 2025

One-Size-Fits-All Breast Cancer Screening Is Outdated—Here's What's Changing

New survey reveals 51% of adults skipped routine cancer screenings this year, but personalized approaches could change everything.

Cancer PreventionDec 28, 2025

Scientists Find a New Way to Outsmart Cancer's Hidden Defense System

MIT researchers created hybrid molecules that strip away cancer's sugar camouflage, helping immune cells spot and attack tumors more effectively.

Cancer PreventionDec 26, 2025

A Game-Changer for Colorectal Cancer Detection: Simple Stool Tests Are Transforming Screening

New stool-based tests are detecting 90% of colorectal cancers with AI technology, potentially replacing uncomfortable colonoscopies for routine screening.