Episodes

  • What Are the Risk Factors for Lung Cancer?

    What Are the Risk Factors for Lung Cancer?
    Nov 18 2024
    What are the risk factors for lung cancer? In this episode of Cancer Questions with Dana-Farber, David Jackman, MD, senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, discusses lung cancer risk factors and highlights why quitting smoking is so important. Want to learn more about lung cancer risk and prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/thoracic-lung-cancer
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    1 min
  • Why Is Genetic Counseling an Important Part of Genetic Testing?

    Why Is Genetic Counseling an Important Part of Genetic Testing?
    Nov 11 2024
    Why is genetic counseling an important part of genetic testing? Huma Rana, MD, MPH, physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, emphasizes genetic counselors' vital role in helping patients comprehend the risks of genetic mutations, interpreting results, and more. Want to learn more about cancer genetics and cancer prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/patient-family/cancer-prevention-risk
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    1 min
  • Does Vaping Increase Your Risk of Cancer?

    Does Vaping Increase Your Risk of Cancer?
    Nov 4 2024
    Does vaping increase your risk of cancer? David Jackman, MD, senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, highlights the historical patterns seen with cigarette smoking and lung cancer and explains why similar patterns might emerge with vaping. While it's too early to say definitively, due to the typical 30-year lag between behavioral changes and observed cancer rates, concerns are certainly rising due to potential carcinogens present in vape smoke. Want to learn more about lung cancer risk and prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/thoracic-lung-cancer
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    1 min
  • How Do You Reduce Your Cancer Risk If You've Had a History of Sunburns?

    How Do You Reduce Your Cancer Risk If You've Had a History of Sunburns?
    Oct 28 2024
    How do you reduce your cancer risk if you've had a history of sunburns? Elizabeth Buchbinder, MD, senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to changes in the skin and using sun protection. Want to learn more about skin cancer risk, screening and prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/cutaneous-skin-cancer
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    2 mins
  • Are There Any Screening Options for Gynecologic Cancers?

    Are There Any Screening Options for Gynecologic Cancers?
    Oct 14 2024
    Are there any screening options for gynecologic cancers? Susanne Menon, a nurse practitioner at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, highlights various screening methods for gynecological cancers. Want to learn more about gynecologic cancer screening, risk and prevention of gynecologic cancers? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/gynecologic-oncology
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    2 mins
  • Does Eating a Plant-Based Diet Reduce Cancer Risk?

    Does Eating a Plant-Based Diet Reduce Cancer Risk?
    Oct 7 2024
    Does eating a plant-based diet reduce cancer risk? Christina Conte, RDN, LDN, nutritionist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, highlights how integrating plant-based foods into your diet may reduce the risk of certain types of cancers. She shares helpful tips for maintaining a well-balanced diet. Want to learn more about integrative therapies and healthy living? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/patient-family/support-services/integrative-therapies
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    2 mins
  • Does Marijuana Increase Cancer Risk?

    Does Marijuana Increase Cancer Risk?
    Sep 30 2024
    Does marijuana increase cancer risk? David Jackman, MD, senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, talks about the latest available data. Want to learn more about lung cancer risk and prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/thoracic-lung-cancer
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    1 min
  • Do Cancers Always Have a Genetic Component?

    Do Cancers Always Have a Genetic Component?
    Sep 23 2024
    Do cancers always have a genetic component? Huma Rana, MD, MPH, physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, explains how 15% of cancers are linked to inherited mutations. These mutations frequently affect tumor suppressor genes, increasing the risk of cancer development in individuals born with such mutations. Want to learn more about cancer genetics and cancer prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/patient-family/cancer-prevention-risk
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    1 min