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The right age for a colonoscopy
Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., and the…
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New tools lead to lower radiation therapy side effects
Radiation therapy side effects such as radiation dermatitis or organ toxicity have been common complaints…
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What is Merkel cell carcinoma? 3 things to know
Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer that is…
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Cervical cancer: Options for prevention, treatment
Most cervical cancers, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), can be prevented or treated, especially…
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Microvascular reconstruction: What to know
Microvascular reconstruction surgery is a technique for fixing defects in the body using blood vessels,…
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Breast implants: What to know about self-exams and mammograms
Breast self-exams and mammograms can help detect changes in breast tissue and even breast cancer,…
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6 signs unexplained bruising may be worrisome
A bruise (also called ecchymosis) can bother us for days, either because they’re painful or…
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New prostate cancer therapy provides hope
Patients nearing the end of the prostate cancer journey now have renewed hope thanks to…
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Breast self-exams in 3 easy steps
Breast cancer affects an average of 1 in 8 women and kills nearly 500,000 women…
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