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The 1 Unexpected Sign Of Colon Cancer, According To Doctors

Never discount symptoms like blood in stool, abdominal pain, bowel changes, or weight loss; inform your doctor.

Colonoscopies or screenings are crucial for early detection and risk reduction of colorectal cancer, especially with family history or specific conditions. [ more ]

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What Is Luminal B Breast Cancer? Olivia Munn's Diagnosis Explained.

Luminal B breast cancer is aggressive and fast-growing.

Signs of luminal B breast cancer are similar to other types of breast cancer, including nipple changes and breast masses. [ more ]

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4 Sneaky Signs Of Lung Cancer You Should Know

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.

Low screening rates for lung cancer despite recommendations. [ more ]

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Breast Cancer in Men: The Power of Awareness | Fatherhood.gov

Male breast cancer is rare but can be deadly

Greater awareness is needed to catch male breast cancer early [ more ]

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4 Sneaky Signs Of Lung Cancer You Should Know About

Early detection is crucial for increasing survival rates with lung cancer.

Low-dose CT scans are recommended for adults with a smoking history for lung cancer screening. [ more ]

Cbsnews

4 months ago

"Big Bang Theory" actress Kate Micucci says she had surgery for lung cancer despite never smoking a cigarette

Actress Kate Micucci, known for her role on 'Big Bang Theory,' revealed that she had lung cancer surgery despite never smoking.

Abstaining from smoking does not eliminate the risk of lung cancer, as about 20% of lung cancer deaths in the US occur among non-smokers. [ more ]

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Alternative Medicine Magazine

2 weeks ago

Medicine

Walking to Prevent Heart Disease: The Best Exercise for a Healthy Heart

Speed walking can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease compared to slower forms of walking. [ more ]

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How to Talk to Your Family About Their Heart Health History

HOCM is a common genetic heart disease impacting 1 in 500 people.

Genetic testing can help identify HOCM and other heritable heart conditions, prompting early screening for family members. [ more ]

HuffPost

These 3 Perks Of Cold Weather Exercise Will Convince You To Go Outside

Exercising in cold weather benefits endurance and calorie burn

Exercising in cold weather can pose risks for individuals with certain health conditions [ more ]

Fatherly

4 months ago

A Salt-Heavy Diet Is Now Linked To A Higher Risk Of This Common Disease

Eating too much salt is linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes.

Compared to those who 'never' or 'rarely' added salt to their meals, those who 'sometimes' had a 13% higher risk, while those who 'always' had a 39% higher risk. [ more ]

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4 months ago

How Family History Influences Your Drinking

Alcohol use disorder is highly heritable, with a three- to fourfold increase in risk for individuals with a family member with the disorder.

Genes contribute to approximately 50% of a person's risk for developing alcohol use disorder, while home and social environments also play a role. [ more ]

Nature

Data science

Audio long read: Why are so many young people getting cancer? What the data say

Rates of cancers affecting young adults are increasing globally.

Contributors like obesity and early screening don't fully explain the rise in early-onset cancer cases.

Researchers are delving into studies tracking the health of children decades ago to understand the reasons behind the trend. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Tuberculosis cases rising in California, and state officials are sounding the alarm

Tuberculosis cases rose by 15% in California in 2023, with the highest increase since 1989.

People at higher risk for tuberculosis are those who have lived in countries with high TB rates. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

Los Gatos council allocates $60,000 for ongoing support of town's unhoused

The Los Gatos Town council allocated $60,000 for homeless initiatives, including supporting services like showers, restrooms, and temporary housing.

The council debated removing extreme heat and poor air quality as factors for the homeless program, with a focus on cold weather and possible wildfire risks. [ more ]

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Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill-health worldwide, finds study

Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill-health globally, affecting 3.4 billion people in 2021.

The rise in neurological conditions is attributed to factors like population growth, increased life expectancy, environmental risks, obesity, and diet. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Olivia Munn Was Diagnosed With Luminal B Breast Cancer - Here's What That Means

Luminal B breast cancer is more common in patients under 50.

Factors like family history, dense breasts, late childbirth, no children, late menopause, and early period can increase breast cancer risk. [ more ]

Inverse

This Specific Type of Sleep Could Help Protect You From Dementia

Dementia is a result of significant cognitive decline affecting daily activities.

Risk factors for dementia include lifestyle habits like poor sleep. [ more ]

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Artificially sweetened drinks linked to risk of irregular heartbeat, study finds

Consuming two liters of diet soda daily increases A-fib risk by 20%

Maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle can reduce A-fib recurrence rates. [ more ]

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Reducing the burden of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is a significant public health issue, affecting millions of people globally.

Certain groups, such as Black men and those with a family history of the disease, are more vulnerable to prostate cancer. [ more ]

Fatherly

Colorectal Cancer Is Becoming More Common For People Under 50. But Why?

Colorectal cancer cases are increasing in young people globally, including in Europe and the US.

Death from colorectal cancer is expected to rise in young men in Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK and in young women in Germany in 2024. [ more ]

Harvard Gazette

Mental health

Menopause depression risk has been exaggerated - Harvard Gazette

Menopause does not universally increase risk of mental health issues.

Certain groups more vulnerable during menopause, influenced by factors like prior depression. [ more ]

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New cancer cases to soar 77 percent by 2050, WHO predicts

Over 35 million new cancer cases are predicted in 2050, a 77% increase from 2022.

Tobacco, alcohol, obesity, and air pollution are key factors in the predicted rise of cancer cases. [ more ]

Gluten Free & More

Tendon Disorders: Risks & Treatment Options | Gluten Free & More

Tendon disorders are common and account for a significant number of consultations in rheumatology and orthopedic practices.

Repetitive forceful physical activity and certain medications are risk factors for developing tendon diseases. [ more ]

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Epidemiology of Male Breast Cancer

Socioeconomic factors, cancer stage, tumor characteristics, and Charlson-Dayo score contribute to higher mortality in male breast cancer patients.

Surgery is the most effective treatment for male breast cancer, followed by radiation, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy. [ more ]

ScienceDaily

Study suggests that unintentional weight loss is a signal to see a doctor

Unintentional weight loss is associated with an increased risk of cancer diagnosis within a year.

Recent weight loss is significantly associated with an increased risk of several types of cancer. [ more ]

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Many call loneliness a public health threat. New research now links it to early-onset dementia

Loneliness can negatively affect health, including increasing the risk of early-onset dementia.

Social isolation, alcohol use disorder, and depression are among the top risk factors for early-onset dementia. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

5 months ago

Trans adults in rural areas at higher risk of cardiovascular disease

Transgender adults in rural Appalachia have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to cisgender individuals.

Transgender participants in the study had higher rates of tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure compared to cisgender participants.

Tailored interventions and campaigns are needed to promote awareness and address cardiovascular disease risk factors among the transgender population in rural areas. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

5 months ago