As we age, our cells accumulate genetic changes—mutations—some of which open the door to cancer. Scientists call these mutations "oncogenic," meaning "tumor-producing." By our senior years, we each ...

A benign skin tumor happens when cells in your skin grow and form a mass. These tumors don’t contain malignant cells, so they are not cancer. There are many types of benign skin tumors. Share on ...

Most breast lumps are benign. A benign breast lump is more likely to be tender and have a defined shape. But it’s not possible to know whether a lump is benign based on how it feels. See your doctor ...

Parafalcine meningioma is a slow-growing and benign tumor that develops between the two hemispheres of the brain. Meningiomas are a type of primary brain tumor that forms on the meninges, the layers ...

A new study from the labs of Drs. Scott Lowe (left) and Dana Pe'er shows how cancer progression isn’t just about transformations happening within cells, but about the larger ecosystem that supports ...