Research suggests that the number of medical tests done in early-stage diabetes may explain why women are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer too.
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Food Pyramid Replaced by Half-Plate of Vegetables, Fruit
The U.S. has unveiled a new healthy eating icon called MyPlate, to replace the older and more controversial food pyramid.
FDA Revokes Approval for Avastin as Breast Cancer Treatment
n June, an FDA advisory committee recommended that Avastin’s approval be revoked, citing evidence that suggests the drug has limited effectiveness in metastatic breast cancer, but that it dramatically raises the risk of life-threatening side effects.
FDA Advises Against Avastin for Breast Cancer
U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials have recommended revoking approval of the medication Avastin (bevacizumab) for the treatment of breast cancer.
Medical TV Dramas May Harm Your Mental Health: Study
Watching too many TV medical dramas may reduce your satisfaction with life, a small new study suggests.
Need for Support Extends Far Past Chemo: Study
Maintaining support from family and informal support groups remains important even after women finish chemotherapy, a new study has found.
Yoga May Soothe Fibromyalgia, Arthritis Pain
A two-hour weekly Hatha yoga class that combines poses with meditation and discussion may help people who suffer from fibromyalgia and chronic pain, such as arthritis.
Potential Target for Triple Negative Breast Cancer
Scientists have discovered a unique biomarker for triple-negative breast cancer that may one day allow women to receive a more targeted treatment.
Clenching Muscles May Boost Will Power
Researchers found that it didn’t matter which muscle was tightened–finger, calf, hand, or biceps, but the will-power boost only worked during the moment they faced the self-control dilemma.
Researchers Determine Safest Surgical Margin for Removal During Breast Surgery
Taking an extra 2millimeter margin of healthy breast tissue during breast surgery may help prevent residual breast cancer, a new study suggests.