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Cancer can change your life, and your career is no exception. Here, find resources for balancing work after a cancer diagnosis. More>>
Talking to kids about cancer is not easy. But one Siouxland mom had to find a way to talk to her children about breast cancer before she even got it. More>>
By Steven Reinberg, HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, June 23 (HealthDay News) -- Obese women who have weight-loss surgery may reduce their risk of developing cancer, but there appears to be no such benefit More>>
By Steven Reinberg, HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, June 24 (HealthDay News) -- A new cancer drug called olaparib worked well in an early clinical trial against breast, ovarian and prostate cancers in individuals More>>
Sunburn doesn't just cause pain and redness. It can also have immediate dangers and long-term effects. Learn the risks and find out how to protect yourself. More>>
Millions of Americans with a history of cancer, particularly people under age 65, are delaying or skimping on medical care because of worries about the cost of treatment, a new study suggests. More>>
You know all of the good-for-you arguments for becoming more physically active, but here's an especially attractive reward: exercise can improve your sex life. More>>
Have you given any thought to protecting yourself and your baby against infectious diseases—like seasonal influenza and the H1N1 flu virus, an additional flu risk this year? It's important to consider vaccination part of your prenatal care. More>>
Dancing, like walking or cycling, is a great no-cost or low-cost way to build aerobic fitness, improve balance and strengthen your muscles at any age. And you don't have to wait for a special event or find a partner to enjoy dance's benefits. More>>
The days and weeks after you’re first diagnosed with fibromyalgia can be a whirlwind of emotions. Here are some things you can do to feel more prepared and supported. More>>
If your cholesterol isn't where it should be, changes in your diet can be just as important as exercise and medicine. Find out more about making heart-healthy choices. More>>
For many Americans working toward better heart health, an important first step is getting cholesterol to a healthy level. Diet and exercise are important steps, but not the only important factors that contribute to your cholesterol. More>>
Let's face it, some of us feel a little self-conscious about working out in a pool. Here are some easy pool exercises to burn calories, improve balance and tone your body without drawing a lot of attention to yourself. More>>
Our partners can be remarkably out of touch with understanding what gets us in the mood. Instead of limiting seduction to fancy dinners and bottles of wine, suggest that physical intimacy on any given night is more likely if. More>>
Overeating isn't just a holiday season worry. Although there are an abundance of occasions for eating celebratory meals and treats from Thanksgiving through New Year's, many of us face the same dietary pitfalls all year long. More>>
Check out this chart from the Women's National Health Resource Center to see what is normal and not normal during your menstrual cycle. More>>
Learn more about cancer by using our Interactive Human Body Atlas. These educational tools provide in-depth multimedia demonstrations of each condition. Click to watch.
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| CANCER INTERACTIVE HUMAN ATLAS | |
| Benign Prostate Hyperplasia | Lung Cancer |
| Breast Cancer | Ovariectomy |
| Breast Self-Exam | Prostate Cancer |
| Colon Cancer | Skin Cancer |
| Liver Cirrhosis | Uterine Cancer |
| Liver Transplant | |
