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A simple blood test now catches early-stage liver cancer four times more effectively than traditional ultrasound scans, offering new hope for the 90% of high-risk patients who skip screening. The breakthrough could save thousands of lives by detecting America's fastest-growing cancer when it's still highly treatable.
Matthew Scholtes is turning his colon cancer journey into a mission to save lives through early detection. His advocacy comes as colorectal cancer becomes the leading cause of cancer death in young adults.
Two cancer survivors are rallying their Arkansas community ahead of June's Relay for Life, sharing powerful stories of how early screening caught their cancer in time for successful treatment. Their message is clear: fundraising for cancer research is literally saving lives.
Scientists have developed a simple stool test that detects 90% of colorectal cancers by analyzing gut bacteria patterns, nearly matching colonoscopy accuracy without the invasive procedure. The breakthrough could make life-saving screening accessible to millions who avoid traditional testing.
Scientists used artificial intelligence to discover shared biological markers in gut bacteria that could detect digestive cancers and diseases before symptoms appear. This breakthrough could replace invasive tests with simple, early screenings that save lives.
Leading U.S. cardiologists just released updated cholesterol guidelines that shift focus to early screening and prevention, potentially transforming how we fight the nation's leading cause of death. The new approach targets heart disease before it starts, especially in young adults.
Justin Lewis fought for a colonoscopy at 34 and discovered Stage 2A colon cancer that had been growing for a decade. Now three years cancer-free, the Chula Vista man is on a mission to save lives by urging Black men to get screened early.
A 45-year-old police detective walked into his colonoscopy laughing with his wife. Minutes later, he heard the words "you have cancer" and his world changed forever.
Stephanie Huppert and Tommy Helmer beat cancer against tough odds and will inspire their community at River Falls' annual Relay For Life event. Their message: early screening saves lives, and no one fights alone.
Allison Solomon didn't ignore her symptoms at 37, and that decision saved her life. Now in remission, she's helping spread awareness that colon cancer is rising in younger adults.
A San Diego cancer survivor is turning his unexpected diagnosis into a mission to save lives. Jerry McCormick's message is simple: early screening for prostate cancer can mean the difference between life and death, especially for Black men.
Researchers discovered 200 new genes that increase the risk of aortic stenosis, a heart valve condition affecting 9 million people worldwide with no current treatment. The breakthrough could lead to early screening and the first drugs to slow or stop the disease.
A Houston cop who discovered his cancer too late asked organizers to share his story before he died. Now his legacy will help save lives at a race dedicated to early screening.
A simple 3-minute breath test using trained beagles could detect lung, breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer years earlier than traditional scans. The Israeli innovation combines canine biology with AI to achieve 95% accuracy.
Four out of every ten cancer cases can be prevented with knowledge and technology we already have, according to the World Health Organization. Cancer researcher Dr. Pinar Uysal Onganer says the key is working together on education and early screening.
The NHS is creating the world's first national database of 120 cancer-linked genes, offering free genetic testing and early screening to tens of thousands of families. It's a game-changing shift from treating cancer to preventing it before it starts.
European researchers are developing a simple blood test that could detect Alzheimer's disease decades before symptoms appear, using graphene technology to identify warning signs from a single drop of blood. The device could make early screening as routine as checking blood sugar.