Breast cancer

At the age of 40, a general gynecologist requested a preventive double mastectomy. A week later, she found out she had stage 1 breast cancer.

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At the age of 40, a general gynecologist requested a preventive double mastectomy. A week later, she found out she had stage 1 breast cancer.

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, obstetrician, promoted the Lifetime Risk Assessment Score to her patients. The two-minute online test helped Aliabadi realize her risk of breast cancer was high. After fighting for a preventive double mastectomy, she was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer. At first glance, it seemed that Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi had stopped the slim … Read more

An oncologist was shocked to learn she had breast cancer. He had no symptoms and thought he was at low risk.

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An oncologist was shocked to learn she had breast cancer. He had no symptoms and thought he was at low risk.

Oncologist Sue Hwang was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 46, despite having no symptoms. She said the treatment was challenging, but finding her new normal as a survivor was even harder. Being more open and vulnerable helped her connect with patients and take care of herself. Dr. Sue Hwang knew something was … Read more

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

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Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

Common preservatives used to keep food safe and extend shelf life may be linked to a higher risk of several cancers and type 2 diabetes, according to two new studies in France. “These findings are very important for preservatives that are not only widely used in the French and European markets, but also in the … Read more