Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
8 things to know about hepatitis C
There's a good reason why hepatitis C is known as a "silent killer."
Jul 20, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Program seeks to reduce preventable cancers with free screening, same-day results
Evidence shows that early detection and treatment of cancer can significantly improve health outcomes. However, women in Mississippi, particularly in underserved populations, experience the worst health outcomes for cervical, ...
Jul 19, 2021
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HIV & AIDS
Screening program contributes to increase in HIV diagnoses
Newly published research shows that a screening program in the University of Cincinnati Medical Center Emergency Department helped detect an outbreak of HIV among persons who inject drugs in Hamilton County, Ohio, from 2014-18.
Jun 30, 2021
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Medical research
Long-term trial finds early detection of ovarian cancer does not save lives
A more than 30-year study into the long-term impact on mortality rates of screening for ovarian cancer has found that the cancer can be detected early and before women develop symptoms, but it does not translate to saving ...
May 13, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Self-testing could improve global access to cervical cancer screening
Self-testing for cervical cancer could reduce cervical screening inequities for Māori, Pacific and Asian women, according to new research led by Massey University in partnership with Waitematā District Health Board and ...
Apr 22, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Average-risk individuals may prefer stool-based test over colonoscopy for cancer screening
When given a choice, most individuals with an average risk of colorectal cancer said they would prefer a stool-based screening test for colorectal cancer over colonoscopy, the method most often recommended by health care ...
Apr 22, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
ACG updates guidelines for colorectal cancer screening
In the March issue of the American Journal of Gastroenterology, the American College of Gastroenterology has published updated recommendations for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.
Apr 14, 2021
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Medications
Anti-parasitic drug may protect against lung cell fusion induced by SARS-CoV-2
A drug that is commonly used to treat tapeworm infections might help to prevent the formation of atypical fused cells in the lungs of patients with COVID-19, according to laboratory experiments reported this week in Nature.
Apr 8, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
After coronavirus delays, health experts urge return to cancer screenings
At first, the symptoms just seemed like hemorrhoids.
Apr 2, 2021
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Medical research
Is home screening a true colonoscopy alternative?
There are a few things in life that are, for the most part, universally recognized: the joy of welcoming a child, the fear of embarrassment, and the dread of getting a colonoscopy.
Mar 23, 2021
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