The Science of Cancer

Emerging Science

Can a blood draw tell you whether you have cancer?

Liquid biopsies analyze blood, urine, or sputum for DNA signatures of cancer, and can detect many cancers earlier than current screening protocols. The technology is still developing, but could radically transform cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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Prevention

How targeted interventions can reduce risk

Targeted lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on your risk profile for cancer.

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The Catch Risk Model

Positive and negative predictive value

This more complex metric than test sensitivity or specificity will allow you to understand the likelihood that any specific test result–whether positive or negative–is in fact accurate.

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The Catch Risk Model

Understanding near-term vs. lifetime risk

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Prevention

Is marijuana dangerous?

Early evidence shows cannabis may pose serious health risks.

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Prevention

What to do if radon levels in your home are high

Reducing the level of this dangerous gas will decrease your risk of lung cancer

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Prevention

Tips to lose weight – and lower your cancer risk

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Prevention

The surprising risks of hot foods and drinks

If you have a preference for high-temperature foods and drinks, you may be doing damage that could eventually lead to cancer.

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Catch is the world’s first cancer prevention platform

The average Catch member can decrease their cancer risk by up to 60%
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