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Can Soda Increase Women’s Cardiovascular Risk?

Women who drink too much soda and other sweet thirst quenchers are more likely to be stricken by stroke.

Got Vitamin D? It May Mean Less Severe COVID-19

The “sunshine” vitamin may help the immune system fight the virus and avoid severe respiratory distress.

Medicaid Expansion Tied to Decline in Cancer Death Rate

Under the Affordable Care Act, states had the option to expand Medicaid starting in 2014.

Hepatitis E Is Mysteriously Passing From Rats to Humans in Hong Kong

The specific mode of transmission remains unknown.

Poor Americans Unlikely to Get Preventive Care for Heart Disease

Low-income adults with and without cardiovascular disease are less likely to be counseled on risk factors for heart disease.

Stressed by Cancer and Staying Home? This Website Can Help.

Wellspring Global provides free content from stress management and wellness experts at more than a dozen cancer centers.

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How can I stay safe in the sun and protect my skin?

The American Cancer Society estimates that about one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.

National Hepatitis Testing Day 2020

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Study Tracks Coronavirus Spread in Pediatric Dialysis Unit

The inquiry was the first of its kind to check the antibody status of patients and staff to uncover COVID-19 cases in this medical setting.

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Yes, COVID-19 Causes Symptoms Besides Fever and Cough

The updated symptom list includes muscle pain, sore throat and loss of taste or smell.
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HIV Vaccine Awareness Day 2020 [VIDEO]

Anthony Fauci has a few words on the topic. Plus, how COVID-19 has affected HIV vaccine research.

Disney Movies May Boost Quality of Life for Women with Cancer

Women with gynecologic cancer who watched these classic films during cancer treatment saw an improvement in their emotional well-being.
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People With COVID-19 Unite to Document Recovery

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Mental Health Visits to Emergency Rooms on the Rise Among Youth

The greatest increase in such visits was among girls ages 15 to 17, mostly related to substance use and self-harm.
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