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Full-Body MRI Scans: What You Need to Know

There is no evidence that full-body MRI scans are beneficial for people of average risk. If there were clinical evidence that they were effective, such as a clinical … See more

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What is Strength Training and Can It Help Cancer Patients

WEBPublished: February 24, 2020Key Takeaway: Research shows that strength training, a type of exercise that can build muscle mass, can improve health in cancer patients. Strength …

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Nuts and Colon Cancer: What’s the Link

WEBThe most recent study found a significant reduction in recurrence and death among patients with stage III colon cancer who regularly ate at least two one-ounce …

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What are Cancer Disparities and How Are Dana-Farber Researchers

WEBAddressing the impact of prostate cancer on Black men. Tim Rebbeck, PhD, focuses on the causes and prevention of cancers in which racial disparities are …

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What Is the Lymphatic System

WEBA vital structure to the human body, the lymphatic system is a complex and important part of the immune system that helps maintain fluid balance within our tissues. …

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Cancer Prevention and Care Resources for Marginalized Patients …

WEBDana-Farber has a team of dedicated resource specialists that help connect income-eligible patients with available resources, both at the Institute and in the …

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Burnt Food and Carcinogens: What You Need to Know

WEBPotato chips. Coffee. Foods made from grains (breakfast cereals, cookies, and toast) According to a study conducted by the World Cancer Research Fund, there is …

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Addressing the Impact of Poverty on Childhood Cancer

WEBPublished: March 31, 2022Updated: April 13, 2022Approximately one in three children in the United States lives in a low-income home. For childhood cancer patients, living in a …

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Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: What to Know

WEBDiffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most common form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, diagnosed in more than 18,000 people in the U.S. every year. It is a …

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What is Bone Marrow and Why Is It Important

WEBBone marrow is the soft, spongy material inside our bones. Occupying one of the most protected places in the body, it produces nearly all the components of blood. …

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What You Need to Know About Cooking Oils and Cancer

WEBHigh-heat cooking with fats is primarily a concern in countries where cooking is done over fire and the oils (and other components in food) burn or smoke, leading to a …

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Does WiFi Cause Cancer

WEBThe concern around WiFi and routers causing cancer is due to the emission of these EMFs. These are invisible areas of energy that are produced by electricity and …

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How to Manage Digestive Issues During and After Chemotherapy

WEBChilled foods will have a weaker scent and dietitians recommend getting protein from sources like cold chicken or hard-boiled eggs. Natural remedies like ginger, …

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Stem Cell Transplants for Older Patients: Information to Know

WEBStem cell transplants are used to treat blood-related cancers such as leukemia, myelodysplasia, myeloproliferative diseases, lymphoma, and multiple …

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Lawn Care and Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know

WEBPublished: October 3, 2019Updated: May 25, 2022Medically reviewed by Timothy Rebbeck, PhD Lawn care can help grass become and stay full, green, and healthy, but are the …

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Is There Evidence That GMOs Can Cause Cancer

WEBThere is insufficient evidence to conclude that GMOs and GM foods can increase cancer risk. Eating more fruits and vegetables — regardless of how they are …

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Does Soda Cause Cancer

WEBNutritionists and doctors agree that consuming soft drinks in excess is associated with several health complications and diseases, including weight gain or …

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Colorectal Cancer in the Black Community: Information to Know

WEBKey Takeaways: The burden of colorectal cancer disproportionately affects communities of color, particularly Black Americans. Factors contributing to the …

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Colon Cancer Patient with Anxiety and Panic Disorders Finds …

WEBPublished: June 22, 2023Two weeks after turning 50, Wendy Tamis Robbins learned she had stage II colon cancer. Having lived with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and …

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Research Types Explained: Basic, Clinical, Translational

WEBThere are important distinctions among the three principal types of medical research — basic, clinical and translational. Whereas basic research is looking at …

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