New way to spot breast cancer shows promise - A radioactive tracer that "lights up" cancer hiding inside dense breasts showed promise in its first big test against mammograms,  doctors reported Wednesday.

Radiation can zap cancer that has spread - Precisely targeted radiation therapy can eradicate tumors that have spread to other parts of the body, offering more months or years of life to patients who have no other options.

Burning incense linked to respiratory cancers - Burning incense may create a sweet scent, but regularly inhaling the smoke could put people at risk of cancers of the respiratory tract, researchers reported Monday.

Gene map shows no two cancers alike - U.S. scientists have mapped the cascade of genetic changes that turn normal cells in the brain and pancreas into two of the most lethal cancers.

'Emotional' writing may help ease cancer pain - Some cancer patients may find that putting their emotions down in writing helps improve their pain and general well-being, a study suggests.