Cancer blood test fails to catch disease earlier in major study
A blood test designed to find cancer early did not work as hoped in a major new study, according to the company that makes it.
Feb 23, 2026
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Diagnostic Procedure: Screening, Cancer
Medical news and research articles
What telehealth changes for adult survivors of childhood cancers: More genetic testing, earlier screening options
Adult survivors of childhood cancers are at higher risk for another cancer—such as breast, colorectal, sarcomas and thyroid cancer—that is not a relapse of their original illness. Previous cancer therapies are largely responsible. ...
Feb 13, 2026
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Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
More Americans than expected enrolled in Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for this year, after premium subsidies were dramatically cut—but it remains to be seen whether they'll keep the coverage as their costs mount.
Feb 12, 2026
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Combined patient and clinician nudges increased flu vaccination rates by 28%
Patients were 28% more likely to get a flu shot when they got a text message reminder and their primary care provider already had an order for the shot waiting, new research from the Perelman School of Medicine showed. The ...
Jan 27, 2026
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Lack of employee flexibility to attend health care appointments during work hours has knock-on health impacts
Restricted access to health care appointments during typical working hours leads to poorer health-related quality of life, a University of Manchester–led study has found. The research explores how being unable to attend health ...
Jan 23, 2026
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Colon cancer rates are spiking among young people: Here's why, and how to lower the risk
Dr. Bethany Malone has treated a lot of colorectal cancer patients. The youngest, not counting those with genetic conditions, was 19 years old.
Jan 7, 2026
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Medical bills can be vexing and perplexing: Important advice for patients
A Texas boy's second dose of the MMRV vaccine cost over $1,400. A Pennsylvania woman's long-acting birth control cost more than $14,000.
Jan 6, 2026
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You finally got a doctor's appointment. Here's how to get the most out of it
It's not unusual for a 20-something to text Mom in a panic from the doctor's office, seeking help answering a question. And patients of any age can struggle to recall all their medicines—or forget to mention a concern.
Dec 20, 2025
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Differences persist in cancer mortality burden by where patients live, socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity
In new research on the status of cancer disparities in the United States, American Cancer Society (ACS) scientists report higher cancer mortality rates among adults living in rural areas, certain congressional districts, ...
Dec 16, 2025
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Making cancer screening more accessible to underserved groups
New research from the University of Aberdeen and the Grampian Regional Equality Council (GREC) has outlined ways to make cancer screening services more accessible to people who may be underserved by the health care system. ...
Dec 11, 2025
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