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Avoiding meat may reduce risk of heart disease, cancer, early death
Staying away from meat was tied to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer and early death, researchers reported in a study published Wednesday. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
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Immunotherapy may boost survival after lung cancer surgery
Those who got immunotherapy before and after surgery -- along with pre-surgical chemo -- had a 42% lower risk of cancer progression, recurrence or death than those who only received…
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What’s behind doctor during telehealth calls affects patient confidence in care
Even if doctors are miles away from the clinic or exam room, they should make it look like they're there, according to a new study. Photo by Tumisu/Pixabay Telehealth…
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More women on surgical team could improve outcomes, researchers say
Hospitals in Canada that had 35% or more surgeons and anesthesiologists who were female on staff tended to produce better outcomes for patients undergoing surgery, a new study has…
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Report shows disparities in cancer outcomes based on race, location, sexuality
Race, location and sexuality all play a role in cancer disparities across the United States, according to the AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024. Photo by Adobe…
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CDC: U.S. drug overdose deaths fall for first time since 2018
Overall, fatal drug overdoses fell slightly in 2023. That included overdoses linked to opioids, which declined from 84,181 in 2022 to 81,083 in 2023, the CDC said. Photo by Adobe…
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FDA approves HPV self-test kit
Each year, about 11,500 U.S. women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and about 4,000 women die from it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Photo…
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Competing for cash may spur men to lose weight
Weight loss was more successful among men who engaged in a competitive game versus those who weren't offered the challenge, researchers said. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
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Study: Low-calorie keto diet may help clear up acne
According to Italian researchers, acne has long been linked with obesity, perhaps because both conditions are tied to rising inflammation and oxidative stress. Photo by Adobe…
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Blood test could detect preeclampsia in first trimester, LabCorp reports
The new test measures the risk of preeclampsia with up to 90% sensitivity and 90% specificity, according to Labcorp. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Preeclampsia can…
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