Protein powders may seem like a convenient way to get extra nutrients, but they also have some potential risks to be aware of.

The new treatment uses the unique biology of the cancer itself to guide radiotherapy delivery, even in tumors that are in motion.

Symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma include swollen lymph nodes, which can cause pain when drinking A young woman was diagnosed with blood cancer after dealing with a “roaring” pain every time she drank ...

Cleveland researchers find P7C3-A20 prevented memory loss and depression in mice treated with whole brain radiotherapy for cancer.

Radiation therapy works by using high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. MSK offers precise radiation therapy that kills throat cancer cells with fewer side effects from radiatio ...

Radiation therapy is a cornerstone of lung cancer treatment. But even when delivered with precision, radiation can damage healthy lung tissue. "Try as we might, when we deliver radiation to a cancer, ...

A massive review of 23 randomized trials found that statins do not cause the vast majority of side effects listed on their labels. Memory problems, depression, sleep issues, weight gain, and many ...

The visual nature of head and neck cancer calls for treatment strategies that will minimize toxicities related to radiation therapy. Advances in precision radiation techniques, supportive care, and ...

Benefits of statins greatly outweigh risks, study leader says Wrongly attributed side effects may discourage use by patients and doctors Regulators should change statin labeling, researchers say Feb 5 ...

The long list of side effects associated with statins is vastly overstated, according to the most rigorous assessment of the evidence to date. This is prompting calls for the drugs’ packaging to be ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Far fewer people who could benefit from statins ...