For the first time in decades, cancer deaths are declining in the United States. However, cancer remains a serious disease. Knowing cancer basics can help you understand

Mar 3, 2007 - Lois Trader

The early Simpsons seasons were acclaimed for their cutting-edge wit and side-splitting humor. But the show has been stagnant and unfunny for a decade. And here's why.

Jan 7, 2010 - Joshua Price

Breast cancer survivors can benefit from complimentary and alternative medicine therapies such as reflexology.

Apr 21, 2007 - Sylvia Carlson

Cervical cancer is a worldwide public health problem, but lifestyle change and health screening can prevent it.

Dec 3, 2010 - Michael Koger

After unsuccessful attempts to combat cancer over the years, alternative treatment seems to be a potent antidote.

Apr 11, 2010 - Adeleke Adefioye

Due to minimal awareness and cultural taboos, breast bancer mortality rates in the UAE are significantly higher than rates in the US and the UK.

Oct 20, 2009 - Rachel Boehm

Cancer is often portrayed through a military metaphor: as a battle, a fight, or a struggle.

Nov 14, 2009 - Rebekah Richards

An anti-estrogen therapy used in the fight against breast cancer may be a solution to lung cancer. It's early yet but a Swiss study shows promise.

Jan 24, 2011 - Marcus Hondro

Recent research suggests that frequent PSA tests do not reduce prostate cancer deaths. Herbs such as ashwagandha, shilajit and triphala offer natural alternatives.

Feb 21, 2010 - Lucy Tashman

People with inadequate health insurance coverage are more likely to die of cancer according to a report from the American Cancer Society.

Jan 14, 2009 - Patrice Campbell

An analysis suggests taking acetylsalicylic acid may reduce the mortality rate of certain cancers. However researchers say further studies are necessary.

Dec 7, 2010 - Karen Gaskell

The number of colorectal cancer among the nation's younger generation is on the rise. There is a 17 percent increase of colorectal cancer in adults below the age of 50.

Jun 23, 2009 - Gail Delaney

In science, research shows that glutathione (GSH) is a preventive and protective agent against several types of diseases, including cancer.

Feb 18, 2011 - Martin Morin

If it's not caused by a medical condition, you can probably boost your declining testosterone levels naturally by following a sensible lifestyle.

Oct 27, 2007 - Chris Christian

The Beard went from being the nearly only universal item in every army to being prohibited nearly everywhere and is now making a resurgence.

Jul 17, 2006 - Christopher Eger

Three simultaneous crises contributed to this period becoming known as 'The Crisis of the Third Century' and the beginning of the end for The Roman Empire.

Apr 22, 2007 - Steve DeVault

For centuries the chivalric knight stood above all others on the battlefield. Yet, in just a few short years, they were virtually erased from the battlefield.

Jun 6, 2009 - James Jackson

Douglas Rushkoff argues that Facebook has peaked and will soon decline, but he misses some important differences between the Internet's past and present.

Jan 14, 2011 - Paul Brown