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What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?

A medical oncologist explains what cancers older adults should be screened for, when to start routine screenings — and possibly…

Until What Age Should You Be Screened for Prostate Cancer?

Experts say continued prostate cancer screening is an individual choice even as risk increases with age. An estimated one in…

Is Colon Cleansing Dangerous?

It’s considered a natural way to detoxify the body, but does colon cleansing do more harm than good? If you’ve…

Can a Daily Glass of Wine Help Prevent Cancer?

Red wine has some health benefits, but is beating deadly diseases one of them? Alcohol has been used for thousands…

5 Questions to Ask at Your Next Physical

The right question can reveal a lot about your health. Your annual checkup is more important than you may think.…

Which Colon Cancer Screening Is Right for Me?

There are four different ways to be screened for colon cancer. Read on to find out which test might be…

What You Need to Know About Diverticulitis

Pain in your lower left abdomen is a hallmark of this surprisingly common condition. If you’re 40 or older, there’s…

Why Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise for Younger People?

Doctors are working to uncover why colon cancer numbers are increasing in people under 50. Here’s what you need to…

Can You Be Screened for Colon Cancer Without a Colonoscopy?

While a colonoscopy is the preferred method, less invasive options can help determine whether there is cause for concern. A…

When Should I Get Screened for Cancer?

Cancer is most treatable when caught early. But which screenings do you need -- and when? Experts from Keck Medicine…

Is Foul-Smelling Poop a Sign of Cancer?

A Keck Medicine of USC gastrointestinal surgeon explains when changes in your stool odor could warrant concern. If you’re worried…

What Are the Top Lung Cancer Symptoms?

Lung cancer symptoms can go unnoticed at first. Keck Medicine of USC doctors explain what to know. Lung cancer is…