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For Black Women, Hair Dyes and Straighteners May Raise Cancer Risk

Using such products increased their risk by 60% and 30%, respectively.

40 Groups Fighting HIV in the South Awarded a Total of $2.3M in Grants

The funding arrives via Gilead Sciences’ COMPASS Initiative.

Heart Disease and Stroke Are Major Killers of People With Cancer

Those with bladder, larynx, prostate, womb, bowel and breast cancers have the highest rate of death related to cardiovascular disease.

Can Good Oral Hygiene Thwart Heart Problems?

Brushing your teeth several times a day can reduce your risk of atrial fibrillation and heart failure.
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Tina Turner on 80th Birthday: “I Look Great, I Feel Good” [VIDEO]

After battling several health problems over the years, Turner wants fans to know she feels she has been given second chance at life.

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The CDC advises consumers not to eat romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California, the source of the contaminated produce.

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People Without Insurance Can Get Free PrEP

The U.S. Health Department launched Ready, Set, PrEP to provide the HIV prevention med at no cost.

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We explore effective handwashing techniques, including whether using soap and water is better than hand sanitizers.

Over 1,100 Patients Sue Hospital After Possible Exposure to HIV, Hepatitis

Health officials with Goshen Hospital in Indiana called the risk of infection “extremely low.”

Studies Shed Light on Anal Precancer Progression

Abnormal anal screening results are common, but they often do not to lead to invasive cancer.

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Former Rockette Jennifer Jones followed health guidelines and got a colonoscopy at age 50. Then she learned she had Stage III colon cancer.

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