“About 10 percent of people who begin smoking cannabis will become addicted, and 30 percent of current users meet the criteria for addiction.”... Read More
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Breast Cancer: Lifestyle Tweaks May Save Lives
While it didn’t affect the chemotherapy dose intensity, the diet and exercise intervention was linked to a higher pathologic complete response (pCR) in patients with certain breast cancer subtypes.... Read More
Aspirin and Colon Cancer Risk
Beyond its well-known role as a pain reliever and blood thinner, aspirin may influence the development and progression of cancer through various pathways. ... Read More
A Disturbing Rise in Cancer Among Young Folks
A disturbing rise in cancer among young folks. I am a cancer doctor and increasingly see young persons with malignancy. A landmark study from the American Cancer Society puts my... Read More
Not Up For Colonoscopy? I Got You.
What is FIT? It’s a fecal immunochemical test, a simple and convenient screening test for colorectal cancer that you can easily perform in the comfort of your home.... Read More
The Future of Colon Cancer Screening
Recognizing an increasing risk in younger adults, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force updated its guidelines in 2021, lowering the recommended screening start age from 50 to 45.... Read More