Men with a devastating condition are more likely to develop colorectal, thyroid cancers

Men with a devastating condition are more likely to develop colorectal, thyroid cancers

Not your daddy’s cancer scare. Male cancer cases are rising at a staggering rate, with 19 million men expected to be diagnosed by 2050, and the number of men who die from cancer is increasing 93%. Now, research points to a potential link between one devastating reproductive condition and increased chances of developing colorectal or … Read more

Stanley Tucci ‘completely exhausted’ after cancer treatment ‘burned out’ his thyroid

Stanley Tucci ‘completely exhausted’ after cancer treatment ‘burned out’ his thyroid

Stanley Tucci is keeping it brutally honest. The actor, 64, is getting candid on the aftermath of undergoing cancer treatments. Tucci, who is now in remission, was originally diagnosed with throat cancer in 2017 after a tumor was discovered at the base of his tongue. At the time, the “Conclave” star did radiation and chemotherapy; … Read more

I’m a doctor — here are signs you need to get your thyroid checked

I’m a doctor — here are signs you need to get your thyroid checked

More than 12% of Americans will develop a thyroid condition at some point, with women at greater risk than men. The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ in the front of your neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism, support growth and promote brain development, among other vital functions. Dr. Kepal Patel, co-director of NYU Langone Health’s … Read more