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Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Diagnosed with 'dense breasts'? You may need more than a mammogram

Breast density significantly impacts mammogram efficacy, prompting new regulations for clearer screening communication.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Tests urged for 1,200 children after day-care worker charged with assault

Over 1,200 young children in Victoria are recommended for health screening following the arrest of a child care worker charged with numerous offenses, including sexual assault.
fromNature
2 months ago

Agile evaluation including two pragmatic trials on the uptake of a digital screening service - npj Digital Medicine

Our findings suggest that combining digital health checks with in-person services can significantly increase participation in health screenings, potentially enhancing overall public health outcomes.
Mobile UX
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Mother (38) with 'limited life expectancy' receives HSE apology over 'failings' in cervical cancer diagnosis

Failures in reporting cervical smear tests led to untreated cancer for Leona Macken, highlighting critical flaws in the screening program.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Biden last underwent common prostate cancer screening in 2014, rep reveals

"Prior to Friday, President Biden had never been diagnosed with prostate cancer," the rep went on in response to speculation that the 82-year-old had been secretly diagnosed while in office.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

GPs to help NHS find more infected blood victims

NHS GPs in England will now test patients for hepatitis C who had blood transfusions before 1996 to address the contaminated blood scandal.
Cancer
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Auburn's Freeze diagnosed with prostate cancer

Hugh Freeze diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer but expected to fully recover while continuing to coach Auburn.
#prostate-cancer
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Sunak becomes prostate cancer charity ambassador

Rishi Sunak is now an ambassador for prostate cancer charity aiming for a national screening program to improve early detection.
Public health
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Prostate cancer screening pilot programme to be rolled out in two counties

Ireland is initiating a pilot prostate cancer screening program named PRAISE U, aiming for effective organisations in screening pathways.
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fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Roundness: A Body Shape to Be Feared?

The Body Mass Index has long plagued public perception of health, emphasizing weight over health outcomes. New tools like BRI aim to shift the focus from weight alone.
Wellness
fromtime.com
11 months ago

What to Expect at a Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for detecting colon cancer, making it essential for everyone to consider scheduling this potentially life-saving procedure, particularly starting at age 45.
Health
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