Study identifies risk factors for early onset colorectal cancer in males
Colorectal cancer incidence and deaths are declining for individuals age 50 and older, but are increasing for those under 50.
Jun 27, 2023
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Colorectal cancer incidence and deaths are declining for individuals age 50 and older, but are increasing for those under 50.
Jun 27, 2023
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At the doctor's office, questions about a person's family health history often can help health care professionals determine the risk of developing chronic conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.
Jun 23, 2023
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As a speech pathologist, university lecturer and parent of young children, I often get asked a version of the following:
Jun 23, 2023
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People genetically predisposed to have high LDL cholesterol are at an increased risk for coronary heart disease even if their cholesterol levels are only modestly elevated, according to a recent study published in Circulation.
Jun 22, 2023
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There's a "loneliness epidemic" in the United States, and feelings of isolation have been linked to heart disease, stroke and other health conditions.
Jun 5, 2023
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With heart disease the most common cause of death worldwide, researchers have attempted to quantify how cumulative exposure to multiple risk factors, like high blood pressure, obesity, and elevated cholesterol, affect an ...
May 18, 2023
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Older Americans are dying of falls at more than double the rate of 20 years ago—with women, men and all racial groups showing increases, according to a new study.
May 15, 2023
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Many middle-aged and older women get mammograms every one to two years to screen for breast cancer, as recommended by their doctors. A study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates ...
May 9, 2023
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According to Australian guidelines, women with newly diagnosed breast cancer should be offered genetic testing when they meet certain strict criteria—such as being diagnosed at a very young age or if many family members ...
May 4, 2023
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Genetic testing for hereditary cancers, such as breast, colon, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer, helps at-risk individuals understand their familial risk for these diseases and make informed decisions about next steps in care. ...
May 3, 2023
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