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'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients
'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients
A new study of seniors provides support for using "virtual" colonoscopy -- which is not currently covered by Medicare -- as a screening tool for colon cancer.
A new study of seniors provides support for using "virtual" colonoscopy -- which is not currently covered by Medicare -- as a screening tool for colon cancer.
Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?
Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?
The gnarly plaque lurking on your gums and teeth may increase your chances of dying from cancer, new research suggests.
The gnarly plaque lurking on your gums and teeth may increase your chances of dying from cancer, new research suggests.
Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030
Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030
The worldwide incidence of cancer is expected to increase 75 percent by 2030, with a projected increase of more than 90 percent in the poorest nations, a new study reveals.
The worldwide incidence of cancer is expected to increase 75 percent by 2030, with a projected increase of more than 90 percent in the poorest nations, a new study reveals.
Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks
Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks
Researchers who say they've linked type 2 diabetes with earlier development of precancerous colon lesions recommend people with the blood sugar disorder start colorectal screenings at a younger age than others.
Researchers who say they've linked type 2 diabetes with earlier development of precancerous colon lesions recommend people with the blood sugar disorder start colorectal screenings at a younger age than others.
Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly
Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly
Colonoscopies helped doctors detect a high rate of curable cancer in elderly people who had the screening for the first time, a new study indicates.
Colonoscopies helped doctors detect a high rate of curable cancer in elderly people who had the screening for the first time, a new study indicates.

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Cholesterol Levels Are Improving for Children in the U.S.
Cholesterol Levels Are Improving for Children in the U.S.
Updated: Wednesday, August 8 2012 6:15 PM EDT2012-08-08 22:15:30 GMT
The Centers for Disease Control followed 1,600 kids for two decades. The number of children with elevated cholesterol levels dropped three percent during that time. But doctors said there is still
The number of children with elevated cholesterol levels dropped three percent during that time.
Type Two Diabetes and Weight
Type Two Diabetes and Weight
Updated: Wednesday, August 8 2012 6:15 PM EDT2012-08-08 22:15:30 GMT
A new study finds people who are obese when diagnosed with type two diabetes have a better chance of surviving the disease. Researchers at Northwestern University said normal weight people with diabetes
A new study finds people who are obese when diagnosed with type two diabetes have a better chance of surviving the disease.
More Americans Are Walking
More Americans Are Walking
Updated: Wednesday, August 8 2012 6:15 PM EDT2012-08-08 22:15:30 GMT
A government report compared numbers in 2010 and 2005 and found the number of people who took a 10 minute walk rose 6 percent. Doctors are encouraged with the results but said more people need to get
A government report compared numbers in 2010 and 2005 and found the number of people who took a 10 minute walk rose 6 percent. Doctors are encouraged with the results but said more people need to get
Salt Content of Food May Depend on Country of Origin
Salt Content of Food May Depend on Country of Origin
Updated: Tuesday, May 29 2012 10:01 AM EDT2012-05-29 14:01:33 GMT
The amount of salt in fast food may depend on what country it's sold in.
Depressed New Moms Could be Keeping Babies Awake at Night
Depressed New Moms Could be Keeping Babies Awake at Night
Updated: Tuesday, May 29 2012 9:58 AM EDT2012-05-29 13:58:56 GMT
New mothers with depression may be keeping their babies up at night.

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