Alcohol Linked to 7 Cancers
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Everyone knows about the connection between liver cancer and alcohol consumption. But the association between drinking and cancer of the liver and six other organs is new.
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CANCER
Do these 4 things to cut cancer risk in half
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If you knew you could be helping yourself to cut your cancer risk in half just by practicing 4 things, would you do it?
Read MoreStudy Supports Cancer Link with Height
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A Swedish study of five million people appears to support the theory that height and cancer risk are linked. The study found that taller people had a slightly higher risk of breast cancer and skin cancer, among other cancers.
Read MoreSymptoms that may indicate cancer
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Abnormal change in your testicles. Get checked out if you notice a new lump, heaviness, or any other abnormal change in your testicle. This may be an indication of testicular cancer. Testicular cancer can be an aggressive disease which must be treated promptly.
Read MorePesticides may cause cancer in children
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A new study suggests that using pesticides in your homes may increase the risk of children developing certain types of cancer, specifically leukemia or lymphoma. The new study, which was published in the journal Pediatrics, claims that using indoor pesticides is strongly linked to an increased risk of children developing either leukemia or lymphoma. The study was conducted by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, Massachusetts.
Read MoreBest Cancer Fighting Foods
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Cancer is a deadly disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. Types of cancer include cancer of lungs, blood, breast cancer, prostate cancer, stomach cancer, kidney cancer, bone cancer, anal cancer, gallbladder cancer, skin cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, salivary cancer and cervical cancer. Most experts agree that a diet rich in cancer-fighting ingredients, should in large part be composed of a plant-based diet. The general rule of thumb when setting your plate, is two parts plants, one part protein or whole grain. And while all fruits and veggies are good for you, there are certain foods that are just better. Here are some of those cancer fighting foods, everyone should be adding to their diet:
Read MoreTop 10 Most Common Cancers in America
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In 2012, a significant report was released from the American Cancer Society which showed that major strides are being made in the right against cancer in the United States. An estimated 12 million people in the United States have cancer, with 2015 projections being an estimated 1.7 million people.
Read MoreWhat is Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?
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Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, also called non-Hodgkin lymphoma, is a type of cancer that starts in the lymphocytes within the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell which are found in the lymphatic system - a part of the body’s immune system which works to fight disease throughout the body.
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