Cancer Prevention

Fran Drescher: When cancer is in the 'whisper' stage, listen to it — even it means finding another doctor

Most doctors subscribe to the philosophy that, if you hear galloping hooves, don't look for zebra because it's probably a horse. But what this means is that medically if you happen to be a “zebra” — as I was — you're at high risk of slipping through the cracks.

Testicular Cancer: What You Should Know

Overview

Testicular cancer occurs in the testicles (testes), which are located inside the scrotum, a loose bag of skin underneath the penis. The testicles produce male sex hormones and sperm for reproduction.

Compared with other types of cancer, testicular cancer is rare. But testicular cancer is the most common cancer in American males between the ages of 15 and 35.

28 of the most dangerous things science has strongly linked to cancer

VIDEO: Two Things You Can Do Right Now to Prevent Colorectal Cancer

For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Zuri Murrell gives you two things you can do right now to prevent this disease.

VIDEO: Dr. Zuri Murell's Tips for Preventing Colorectal Cancer

Tips from Dr. Zuri Murrell on how to take control of your health during Colorectal Cancer Awarness Month.

Natural Easter Egg Dye

Worried about harmful toxins in commercial Easter Egg Dyes? Make your own! This is something anyone can do do in their own kitchen.

To achieve this gorgeous blue color:

1. Blend 1 cup of blueberries & 1 cup of water until smooth
2. Simmer in a saucepan until liquid turns fuschia
3. Cool completely & add 1 tablespoon of vinegar
4. Pour into a glass jar, add eggs & refrigerate
5. Let sit 12 hours, rinse & air dry

Choosing an Organic Beer

In this day and age, an organic movement is in place toward all things, well, organic. Almost everything is available as an organic choice: coffee, fruits and vegetables, juice, and wine. Organic beer seems only the natural progression of things.

27 Chemical-Free Recipes for DIY Spring Cleaning

Non-toxic homemade cleaning products aren’t just better for us; they can also help save us money and protect the environment.

Spring is finally here (please?), and that means it’s time for lounging in the grass, tossin’ the disc, barbecuing with friends, and scouring your living space from top to bottom.

VIDEO: How To Make Our Drinking Water Safer

In this video, Dr. Aly Cohen, founder of The Smart Human, discusses how to make our drinking water safer. Since so many water contaminants are not removed from water treatment cleaning processes, Dr. Cohen recommends that we always filter our water at the point of use, which is our faucet, as well discussing several other clean water techniques.  Be sure to follow Dr. Cohen on Facebook and at TheSmartHuman.com.

How to Reduce Exposure to Radiofrequency Energy from Cell Phones

The use of cell phones has increased dramatically in recent years, including among children and young adults. These phones put out radio frequency (RF) energy.

Some scientists and public health officials believe RF energy may affect human health. This guidance document describes RF energy, lists some of the potential health concerns, and provides guidance on how people can reduce their exposure.

Why are people concerned about exposure to RF energy from cell phones?

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