Keyword: American Cancer Society
State-by-state variations in cancer deaths suggest that effective cancer prevention and treatment could yield economic benefits.
We need our federal programs and policies to reflect the goal of improving the health of both women and men.
Association health plans were under the microscope at a congressional hearing on protections for patients with pre-existing conditions.
Medical and patient advocacy groups launched an ad campaign to oppose a proposal they say will restrict patient access to prescription drugs.
Groups like the AMA are pushing for an injunction on short-term plans as Senate Democrats plan to force a vote this week.
A new study spotlights the mental health impacts of hospital-acquired infections, plus more healthcare headlines.
ASCO is recommending that all patients age 65 and older receive a geriatric assessment when considering or undergoing chemotherapy.
The ACS released new guidelines that recommend that colorectal cancer screening start earlier and more physician practice news from around the web.
Officials want clinicians to discuss with veterans how use of medical marijuana could interact with other parts of their care.
Hospitals across the U.S. now offer women 3D mammograms, but does the new technology save more lives?
