The world’s oldest known case of cancer was recently discovered via a tumor in an ancient human’s left toe bone. According to medical experts, the toe belonged to an “early human ancestor dating back 1.6-1.8 million years old.” The research was published in the peer-reviewed journal South African Journal of Science, and it analyzed a […]
Exercise Promotes Heart Health, Decreases Cancer Risk in Middle-Aged Men
Two separate studies further emphasized the importance of exercise in older individuals, as regular workouts were linked to better heart health and a decreased likelihood of developing cancer. Keeping Your Ticker Happy A study by researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center found that individuals that increased their fitness levels over an 8-year […]
US Population Fails to Meet Goals for Cancer Screening Rates
A study published last week revealed that (with the exception of colorectal cancer) the US population did not meet cancer screening goals set by the Healthy People 2010 initiative. 174,393 adults participated in the study. All participants were at least 18 years old, and completed the National Health Interview Survey from 1997-2010. The general population […]