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Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

7,000 steps a day could be enough to improve health, say researchers

Walking 7,000 steps daily reduces risks of serious health issues, including dementia, cancer, and cardiovascular disease.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A creek with atomic waste from WWII is linked to increased cancer risk

Children living near Coldwater Creek have a higher likelihood of developing cancer due to exposure to radioactive waste.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

After a series of tumors, woman's odd-looking tongue explains everything

Cowden syndrome, marked by PTEN mutations, increases cancer risk and presents unique symptoms like cobblestone tongue.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

What your 'brain score' says about your body - Harvard Gazette

A new study links the McCance Brain Care Score to risks for heart disease and common cancers, suggesting shared modifiable risk factors.
Cancer
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

With cancer the leading cause of death for firefighters, one Bay Area fire department is partnering with biotech to improve the odds

Firefighters face significant cancer risks due to occupational exposure to carcinogens, prompting initiatives for early detection.
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

Experts Share What the Age of Your 1st Period Can Tell You About Your Future Health

"The average age in the U.S. most recently has been around age 12. But in some recent studies, it has actually dipped even to 11."
Health
Cancer
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Study Suggests Weight Loss Drugs Can Reduce Cancer Risk

Weight loss can reduce cancer risk, with bariatric surgery and GLP-1 drugs offering protective effects.
#ct-scans
Cancer
fromFuturism
4 months ago

CT Scans Are Causing Quite a Bit of Cancer, Doctors Find

CT scans, while valuable for diagnosis, may increase cancer risk significantly due to overuse.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Common test responsible for 103,000 new US cases of cancer in just one year

CT scans may lead to over 100,000 new cancer cases yearly in the US, demanding caution in their prescription.
Cancer
fromKqed
4 months ago

CT Scans Save Lives. But as They're Used More Often, How Many Are Causing Cancer? | KQED

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.
Cancer
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Are CT Scans Really Causing Tons of Cancer? Here's What to Know About That Viral Paper.

CT scans may contribute to cancer risk, but the actual danger for most patients is low.
Cancer
fromFuturism
4 months ago

CT Scans Are Causing Quite a Bit of Cancer, Doctors Find

CT scans, while valuable for diagnosis, may increase cancer risk significantly due to overuse.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Study highlights cancer risk from millions of CT scans performed annually

CT scans, while crucial for diagnoses, may increase cancer risk significantly, warranting a review of their usage.
5% of U.S. cancer diagnoses could link to CT scans performed in 2023.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

CT scans could cause 5% of cancers, study finds; experts note uncertainty

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.
Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Common test responsible for 103,000 new US cases of cancer in just one year

CT scans may lead to over 100,000 new cancer cases yearly in the US, demanding caution in their prescription.
Cancer
fromKqed
4 months ago

CT Scans Save Lives. But as They're Used More Often, How Many Are Causing Cancer? | KQED

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.
more#ct-scans
Cooking
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Appliance linked to cancer risk found in millions of American homes

Gas stoves raise cancer risk, particularly in children, with benzene emissions linked to leukemia.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

6 Signs You're Experiencing "Accelerated Aging," A Major Cancer Contributor

Aging compromises our body's DNA repair mechanisms, increasing cancer risk as the effectiveness diminishes with age, according to experts in oncology.
Cancer
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