Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sure, you know the importance of having a routine colonoscopy, mammogram and Pap smear. But it turns out there are some key health ...

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test to be used for colorectal cancer screening among average-risk adults 45 and older. The maker of the test, Palo Alto, California-based ...

In many parts of the world, winter is a season characterized by cold temperatures, dry air, and reduced sunlight. These seasonal factors may impact the function of your immune system, increasing the ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for all adults starting at age 45. After age 75, the task force recommends talking with your health care team to decide ...

Up to 90% of colorectal cancers can be cured if they are found early. But once cancer spreads outside the colon, it is much harder to treat. That’s why regular colorectal cancer screenings, starting ...

Health screenings, like those for colorectal cancer, can uncover issues at an early stage—when they may be more treatable. But as we get older, it’s not always clear which tests are still essential.

Dr. Lydia Pace explains which health screenings women should prioritize and why younger women should still stay proactive.

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Researchers report progress in looking for signs of lung cancer in the blood.

(NEXSTAR) — An unexpected delivery at your door may not always be an unwelcome surprise — just ask one Kentucky boy about the thousands of dollars worth of lollipops that arrived at his home earlier ...

He heard a slight murmur and my heart recommended that I follow up with a cardiologist,” Boyles said. “The following day I ...