Health Discoveries in 2010-12
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Consistent exercise may reduce death risk for colon cancer patients
December 30, 2010
Exercise has frequently been cited as a way to stave off a number of maladies, which is why doctors continue to recommend the healthy habit. Now, a new study is suggesting that exercising consistently could potentially lower the risk of dying from colon cancer.
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Study suggests speech, swallowing problems not common with head and neck cancer treatments
December 30, 2010
Individuals who have suffered from either head or neck cancers may be concerned that their treatments could cause problems with their communication skills, as well as swallowing. However, a new study has proven that these side effects are rarer than once perceived.
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Stem cell study finds worse outcomes for certain Leukemia patients
December 29, 2010
Leukemia patients who suffer from cancers that express higher levels of genes from certain cancer stem cells receive a less hopeful prognosis than those who have lower levels of the genes, according to a new study.
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Continuing to smoke could worsen cancer treatment pain
December 29, 2010
Although smoking has been known to cause a number of health maladies, a new study from Texas A&M University reports that the habit could potentially worsen the pain for cancer patients.
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Study links formula to potential diabetes risk later in life
December 28, 2010
A new study from the Montell Center has found that weight gain in formula-fed babies could be influenced by the type of formula that the child is consuming.
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Study uncovers clues that may produce new breast cancer therapies
December 27, 2010
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania say they have identified how a certain receptor works, which may provide insight on how to design drugs to target cancer cells.
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Bird study may offer clues into behavioral health of newborns
December 27, 2010
A joint research venture between scientists from France and Austria has revealed new clues as to what may affect the behavioral health of newborn children.
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Researchers declare 'breakthrough' in melanoma study
December 23, 2010
A new study may offer some hope to melanoma patients during this holiday season.
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Study finds healthy diet could add more years to one's life
December 22, 2010
New research may inspire some to have a New Year's resolution dedicated to a healthy diet in 2011.
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Study finds compound that may prevent growth of prostate cancer cells
December 21, 2010
An antibiotic known as monensin may have a role in slowing the growth of prostate cancer cells.
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