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

A 26-year-old woman was bloated and thought she had hemorrhoids. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.

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A 26-year-old woman was bloated and thought she had hemorrhoids. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.

She thought the bloating and rectal bleeding were due to hemorrhoids or gastrointestinal problems. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and is undergoing treatment. For about a year, Mariana wasn’t sure what to make of her bloating. Sometimes she assumed it was just part of being a woman with a regular menstrual cycle. … 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

A 31-year-old marathon runner thought she had norovirus. She was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer.

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A 31-year-old marathon runner thought she had norovirus. She was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer.

Katelyn Jonozzo, 31, lived a very active lifestyle and had no symptoms of colon cancer. She was diagnosed in February when she suddenly felt a sharp pain and extreme bloating. Jonozzo needed an emergency colostomy and adapted to running with a colostomy bag. From a young age, Katelyn Jonozzo prided herself on being very active. … Read more