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Research shows that music-based strategies may have the potential to improve many physical and psychological outcomes in adults with cancer.

Research highlights the lack of effectiveness and safety concerns associated with the use of supplements for lung cancer prevention.

Do you have questions around cancer screening? See what the research has to say about screening for prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and breast cancer. Sneak peek: the answers are not always so cut-and-dry.

Do you have questions about mammography? See what the evidence says about this form of breast cancer screening for women with an average risk for breast cancer.

Despite the high prevalence of this disease in the elderly, early diagnosis seems to be neglected in nursing homes. How can we make decisions that seek to balance the potential benefits and harms of cancer treatment in older adults living in nursing homes?

Over the years, the use of aspirin to prevent cardiovascular events, dementia, and cancer has emerged as a topic of conversation and debate. Do claims of aspirin’s preventative powers hold true? The current evidence doesn’t show much promise.

From fever reduction to pain relief, many of us use aspirin as a way to treat common conditions or illnesses that occur in our daily lives. But does the research support its use for cancer prevention?

Are you in the process of making a decision about prostate cancer screening, or at the very least starting to think about it? See what the research has to say about the use of web-based decision aids during this time.

Cannabis is increasingly touted as an effective treatment for a variety of ailments. But does the research support this? Find out whether cannabis is “worth the hype” for three common health conditions.

There are many claims out there about the health benefits of dietary supplements, but not all claims are backed by evidence. Talk to your health care provider about which supplements may be beneficial to you.

Ovarian cancer screening continues to not be recommended for women with no symptoms and at average risk of the disease.

Exercise can have benefits for women who have gone through breast cancer treatment. But can it prevent breast cancer’s return? Unfortunately, the jury is still out.

Selenium has been touted to have anti-cancer properties, but new research suggests that selenium supplements may be too much of a good thing.

Want to age well? Consider making yoga part of your regular activities.

Not everyone has the same opportunity to access health promotion programs that can save lives and prevent serious illness. Culturally customized materials and approaches can help.

Cannabinoids are active chemicals found in cannabis (marijuana) that are approved for medical use. Research shows they may be a promising way to ease nausea and vomiting from cancer treatment.

The PSA test is an option for men thinking about being screened for prostate cancer but the harms may outweigh the benefits.