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Nobel Prize for Discovery of Cervical Cancer Virus
The German scientist who pursued the idea that HPV, or human papilloma virus, plays a role in cervical cancer has won the Nobel Prize in Medicine.
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Accelerated Breast Radiation: Cheaper, Faster, and Just As Effective?
Shorter courses of radiation may soon be a real option for some women, according to new research.
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Lance Armstrong Announces Global Cancer Summit
Lance Armstrong has returned to cycling to take his "Live Strong" message worldwide.
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Study Adds Weight to Virtual Colonoscopy as Screening Option for Average-Risk Patients
Virtual colonoscopy is about as effective as traditional colonoscopy in finding colorectal cancer and large polyps, according to a new large study.
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Study Quantifies Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence
A Journal of the
National Cancer Institute study offers women a detailed picture of the risk of recurrence years after treatment.
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Federal Report Looks at Risks from Plastics Chemical
Is bisphenol A, a chemical widely used in plastics, linked to negative health effects? The US National Toxiocology Program (NTP) reviewed the evidence.
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TV Networks Rally To Fight Cancer
The 3 major news networks teamed up to raise funds for cancer research.
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A New Approach for Treating Depression in Cancer Patients
Treating depression can work well when it's part of a cancer patient's usual care, according to new research.
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Scientists Identify Genetic Contributor to Colorectal Cancer Risk
People with a specific genetic variation appear to have a higher risk of colorectal cancer, according to new research.
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Study Offers Portrait of Complementary Therapy Use Among Survivors
A new report looks at how many cancer survivors are using therapies like acupuncture and massage to cope with cancer and its treatment.
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