Take these steps to prevent cancer as you age
Nearly 40 percent of people in the US will be diagnosed with some form of cancer during their lives. Although the disease can occur at any age, advancing…
How insulin-like growth factor 1 increases cancer risk
Research into a hormone called insulin-like growth factor 1 may be the key to understanding cancer growth — and how to stop it. Studies indicate that higher levels…
How DNA damage contributes to aging
You might think of your DNA as something that never changes, but actually, our DNA is subject to constant damaging events from our environment and other factors. It’s…
What causes alcohol flush reaction?
Many people experience an adverse effect to alcohol characterized by flushes or blotches on the skin. These blotches most often appear on the face, neck, and shoulders, but…