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Vaginal Estrogen Use Not Linked to Increased Risk of Cancer

Does Where Fat Accumulates on a Woman’s Body Influence Breast Cancer Risk?

Women with large amounts of visceral and subcutaneous fat are at a significantly greater risk for specific types of breast cancer.

Closing the Gap on Cardiovascular Disease Among African Americans

More African Americans than folks in other groups die from heart disease, but there are ways to stop this killer in our communities.

Caring for Sick Pets Linked to Increased Depression and Anxiety

Scientists explore how being a caregiver to a sick pet may affect the mental health of owners and veterinarians.

Video Game May Improve Sexual Health Knowledge Among Teens

Electronic games can be used to promote sexual health and reduce risky behavior in youth.
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ACTION ALERT: Another GOP Senate Bill Aims to Repeal Health Care

The Graham-Cassidy bill would end protections for folks with preexisting conditions, among other disruptions. Here’s how you can stop it.

Liver Cancer Remains a Risk After Hepatitis B Clearance

Men and people over age 50 still may still develop liver cancer after clearing the virus from the blood.

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New HPV Vaccine Highly Effective in Prevention of Certain Cancers

Study finds that the Gardasil 9 shot reduces the risk of developing HPV-associated cervical and vulval cancers and vaginal diseases.

E-Cigs Associated With Adverse Health Effects

The battery-operated faux cigarettes that contain nicotine might increase risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Immunotherapy Improves Outcomes for People With Locally Advanced Lung Cancer

Imfinzi tripled progression-free survival in previously treated patients with inoperable lung cancer.

Are Kids With Asthma Being Prescribed Unnecessary Antibiotics?

Overuse of the antibacterial drugs can lead to children suffering from more drug-resistant infections in the future.

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Outcomes Improving for Young Women With Breast Cancer

Breast cancer recurrence and death among women who underwent breast-sparing surgery have decreased since the mid-1990s.

Prostate Cancer Treatment Tied to Increased Cardiovascular Risks

Study finds that androgen-deprivation therapy, although beneficial, may increase the chance of heart failure.

Common Drug in Asthma Inhalers May Reduce Risk of Parkinson’s Disease

A medicine that helps those with asthma breathe may cut risk of the nervous system disorder by 33 percent.

For People Faced With Cardiac Arrest, Where They Live May Matter

This is because there are fewer defibrillators and fewer bystanders trained in CPR in African-American communities.
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