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American Cancer Society’s new cervical cancer screening guidelines spark disagreement among physicians
The American Cancer Society’s recently updated cervical cancer screening guidelines have drawn mixed opinions from doctors in the field. On…
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The 12 most cholesterol-laden fast food items
By now it’s common knowledge that the majority of the foods served at fast food restaurants are, for lack of…
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Synthetic drugs pose alarming US overdose risk, DEA chief says
WASHINGTON – Synthetic designer drugs, especially synthetic opioids like fentanyl implicated in the death of pop star Prince, pose an…
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Pick up the pace: Walking speed linked with heart health in older adults
For older adults, walking a little faster, or for a few extra blocks, may increase the heart-healthy benefits of your…
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Dying 8-year-old cancer patient finds true love
When he was just 2 years old, David Spisak, Jr. was diagnosed with leukemia. Today, six years later, the Chesapeake,…
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Patriots lineman Nate Solder says infant son has cancer
New England Patriots offensive lineman Nate Solder has disclosed that his infant son has cancer. Solder, who earlier this year…
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Drug might help breast cancer patients avoid heart damage
Many cancer treatments have a dark side — they can damage the heart. New research suggests this risk might be…
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While characters wearing eyeglasses — real or as props — are commonplace in movies and TV, hearing aids are seldom…
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Silicone breast implants still lack proof of safety
Good evidence on the safety of silicone gel breast implants is still lacking almost 10 years after they were reintroduced…
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