Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Breast Cancer Gene Test Needless for Many

Many women who don't have breast or ovarian cancer are being tested for BRCA
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Many Women Who Get Breast Cancer Gene Test Don't Need It

An increasing number of American women who don't have breast or ovarian cancer are being tested for BRCA and BRCA2 gene mutations associated with those diseases, a new study...
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Marathon Running May Cause Short-Term Kidney Injury

Any marathoner will tell you that the grueling 26-mile races can do a number on the hips, knees, ankles and feet. Now, a small study suggests that these tests of endurance are also...
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Health Tip: Ease Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are swollen, bulging blood vessels that usually form in the legs. And while you may not be able to prevent them, you may be able to stop them from getting worse. The...
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Exercise: The Cellular 'Fountain of Youth'

High-intensity exercise may help older adults reverse certain aspects of the 'cellular' aging process, a new study suggests. It's no secret that regular exercise is healthy for young and old...
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Health Tip: Artificial Nails Can Damage Real Ones

You may like the appearance of artificial nails, but you may not like the way they can leave natural nails thin and brittle. Here are ways to minimize such damage, courtesy of the...
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