Scientific American Magazine

A single cure is still elusive, but for people touched by his disease, modern understanding is paying off in better treatments, better prevention and brighter prospects

An explosion of research is uncovering the long-hidden molecular underpinnings of cancer -- and suggesting new therapies

Tumor cells roam the body by evading the controls that keep normal cells in place. That fact offers clues to fighting cancer

The top two causes -- tobacco and diet -- account for almost two thirds of all cancer deaths and are among the most correctable

Simple, realistic preventive measures could save hundreds of thousands of lives every year in developed countries alone

Someday people should be able to avoid cancer or delay its onset by taking specially formulated pills or foods

Tests to look for the presence of a tumor before any symptoms appear may save more lives than new drug therapies do

New tools yield a three-dimensional view inside the body and automated advice on interpreting the anatomical landscape

Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy can now cure many cases of cancer. Future methods will be even more effective

As knowledge about the immune system grows, scientists are devising ways, using the body's own defenses, to attack cancer

Investigators are exploiting the characteristic molecular abnormalities of cancers in new approaches to treatment

By interfering with the expanding network of blood vessels in tumors, researchers hope to cut off the underlying support system

Cancer patients today have many options for easing distress. These interventions may not prolong life, but they can improve its quality

Miraculous cures are a myth, but some regimens may well improve the quality of life for patients

Despite enormous advances in treating pain, many cancer patients still suffer needlessly. Some simple practices can make a difference