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Revised Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines: What Has--and Hasn't--Changed

Revised prostate cancer screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society offer clearer guidance on what you should discuss with your doctor before you decide whether to be tested for prostate cancer.

Can Aspirin Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence?

A new study finds that women who take aspirin regularly after breast cancer treatment may have a lower risk of breast cancer death and recurrence. Experts caution more research is needed.

Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy May Increase Heart Risk

While hormone therapy is beneficial for many men with prostate cancer, there is growing concern that it may increase heart disease risk factors, according to a new report by leading health organizations.

Prominent US Radiology Association Says Airport Body Scanners Safe

Do new whole body scanners used in airport security lines pose a health risk? The American College of Radiology (ACR) says no.

Experimental Technology Improves Cord Blood Transplants for Leukemia Patients

Researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center are working on a way to make umbilical cord blood transplants safer and more effective.

Study Shows Regular Exercise Benefits Prostate Cancer Survivors

Need another reason to exercise? A recent study found that even a moderate amount of exercise reduced overall mortality rates in men with prostate cancer.

Obesity to Outweigh Public Health Gains of Declining Smoking Rates

Smoking rates in the US are declining, while obesity rates are on the rise. A recent study forecasts the effects on life expectancy and quality-of-life.

Experts Gather to Discuss Latest Breast Cancer Research

Breast cancer experts are heading back from the annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. Get the headlines from the meeting.

Annual Report: Cancer Death Rate Down; Increase in Certain Cancer Types

The cancer death rate in the US continues to fall, according to an annual cancer statistics report. However, some cancers appear to be on the rise.

Long-Term Smoking Increases Colorectal Cancer Risk, Study Shows

The longer you smoke, the higher your risk for colorectal cancer, according to a new study.

ACOG Revises Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has just issued new cervical cancer screening guidelines.

CDC: U.S. Smoking Rates Steady, But Smoke-free Laws Effective

Two new reports from the CDC show that while smoking rates among U.S. adults haven't changed much, the lowest rates are in states with smoke-free laws.

Happy Birthday, Joe

July 10, 1972.

Episode 6: Getting Involved and Diana’s Run

This episode of Give Us a Minute is in support of a friend from the Twitter network. Diana K. Schubert is making the run in my hometown of Richmond for the Richmond Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization. This episode is not only about the importance of getting involved and how your time can make a difference, but is also is your opportunity to have Diana take a step or two in Joe’s name on May 10, 2008.

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