Cancer Prevention

Endometrial Cancer Risk Factors

VIDEO: How To Improve Poor Indoor Air Quality

Dr. Aly Cohen, founder of The Smart Human, discusses indoor air quality and things you can do right now to reduce your exposure to some pretty toxic chemicals. Be sure to follow Dr. Cohen on Facebook and at TheSmartHuman.com.

Do cellphones cause cancer? Maybe, in some rats, anyway

 

Do cellphones cause cancer? The latest studies from the federal government show that maybe, at the highest doses for the longest periods of time, cellphone radiation might cause one type of cancer in rats.

But that probably does not translate to people, experts agreed.

Increased Physical Activity Associated with Lower Risk of 13 Types of Cancer

 
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VIDEO: How To Make Our Drinking Water Safer

In this video, Dr. Aly Cohen discusses how to make our drinking water safer. Since so many water contaminants are not removed from water treatment cleaning processes, Dr. Cohen recommends that we always filter our water at the point of use, which is our faucet, as well discussing several other clean water techniques. Be sure to follow Dr. Cohen  on Facebook and at TheSmartHuman.com.

California health officials release guidelines on cellphone radiation

Cancer prevention: 7 tips to reduce your risk

Concerned about cancer prevention? Take charge by making changes such as eating a healthy diet and getting regular screenings.

You've probably heard conflicting reports about cancer prevention. Sometimes the specific cancer-prevention tip recommended in one study or news report is advised against in another.

In many cases, what is known about cancer prevention is still evolving. However, it's well-accepted that your chances of developing cancer are affected by the lifestyle choices you make.

20 Last-Minute Ideas for a Healthier Valentine's Day

There will be no cheesy heart-shaped chocolates box or standard bouquet of red roses this year. Health and fitness is a growing trend, and we think that should carry over into how we choose to celebrate holidays, too — it’s just more interesting that way. Take a break from the typical this Valentine’s day and try one of these fun ideas instead of an old standard.

The 10 commandments of cancer prevention

About one of every three Americans will develop some form of malignancy during his or her lifetime. This year alone, about 1,437,000 new cases will be diagnosed, and more than 565,000 people will die of the disease. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in America, and as deaths from heart disease decline, it's poised to assume the dubious distinction of becoming our leading killer.

VIDEO: Trauma's Impact on Your Health & How to Manage It - Fran Drescher's Health Summit

Dr. John Horton joins Fran to discuss how stress and trauma can impact your well-being and what you can do to keep it from taking over Click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel and see the entire series.

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