Oncology & Cancer
Exposure to greenspace may lower risk of certain cancers
A University of Queensland-led study has found a link between exposure to gardens and a lower risk of being diagnosed with obesity-related cancer.
Jun 21, 2024
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News tagged with uterine cancer
Oncology & Cancer
Why are young people getting cancer?
Stacy Hernandez was 23 when she was told she had uterine cancer. She couldn't believe it. Not only did she have cancer, but one that had an average diagnosis age of 60 years old.
Jun 14, 2024
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Medications
Conjugated equine estrogen may increase risk for ovarian cancer
Conjugated equine estrogen (CEE) taken alone for menopause may increase the risk for developing and dying from ovarian cancer, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, ...
May 28, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Genital talc use positively linked to ovarian cancer
There is a positive association between use of intimate care products, including genital talc, and ovarian cancer, according to a study published online May 15 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
May 22, 2024
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Oncologist discusses health disparities in gynecologic cancers
Each year, thousands of women are diagnosed with gynecologic cancers in the U.S. While cervical, ovarian and uterine cancer affects all races, Black women are often diagnosed at later stages and are more likely to die from ...
Feb 20, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Endometrial cancer: New insights into a deadly disparity
Endometrial cancer—which develops in the lining of the uterus (womb) and is sometimes called uterine cancer—is on the rise in the U.S. In 1987, there were 35,000 cases annually. That number has nearly doubled in 2023 ...
Dec 20, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Q&A: Fertility considerations in cancer treatment, preserving hope for the future
Question: I'm a 28-year-old woman recently diagnosed with breast cancer. My care team recommends starting treatment as soon as possible. While I'm ready to do the necessary treatments, I'm worried about the affect it may ...
Nov 10, 2023
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Health
FDA proposes ban on formaldehyde in hair straighteners over health dangers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed a ban on the use of formaldehyde in hair relaxers over concerns about its link to respiratory problems and certain cancers.
Oct 18, 2023
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Health
First large study of hair relaxers among black women finds increased risk of uterine cancer
Chemical hair relaxers are heavily marketed to, and commonly used by, Black women to straighten curly or tightly coiled hair. These products are only loosely regulated and are known to contain potentially harmful ingredients, ...
Oct 11, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
New gene markers detect Lynch syndrome-associated colorectal cancer
Researchers from Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center and Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine have discovered new genetic markers to identify Lynch syndrome-associated colorectal cancer with high accuracy. Studies ...
Sep 20, 2023
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