Ductal carcinoma in situ is the fourth most common cancer diagnosis in women. Some say it's not "really" cancer. But you wouldn't know that based on how it is treated.

by Sue Rochman

Healthy Habits

Following a vegetarian diet could reduce your risk of colorectal cancer.

by Leigh Labrie

Q&A

Researcher David J. Hauser discusses how war metaphors may make people less likely to engage in preventive behaviors.

by Sharlene George

Young adults undergoing cancer treatment who may want to have children should talk with their doctors about ways to preserve their fertility.

by Marci A. Landsmann

From the Editor-in-Chief

Why do some people develop cancer while others do not?

by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD

From the Editor-in-Chief

The impact of gene sequencing on the discovery and development of cancer treatments could be profound.

by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD

Forward Look

Study confirms inherited genetic mutations are common, regardless of family history.

by Kendall K. Morgan

Forward Look

In high-risk current and former smokers, screening can reduce cancer deaths.

by Michael Eisenstein

Forward Look

Doctors recommend self-exam, even though guidelines discourage it.

by Roxanne Nelson

Sophisticated tests can generate a wealth of information about a patient's cancer or disease risk. But they also raise serious questions.

by Alexandra Goho