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Cialis Falls Short in Preventing ED after Radiotherapy
Prostate cancer treatment is a common cause of erectile dysfunction (ED). A new study set out to see if tadalafil (Cialis, Adcirca) could prevent this post-treatment ED.
A Way to Spot Liver Cancer Sooner in Cirrhosis Patients
People with scarring of their liver (known as cirrhosis) are at risk for liver cancer. New research suggests there may be a way to detect this cancer earlier, thus improving survival odds.
Lowering Risk of Death with Fruits and Vegetables
An apple a day keeps the doctor away... and, according to a recent study, six more servings of fruit and vegetables could help you live longer.
Aspirin Use Reaches Beyond Fever and Pain Control to Fight Cancer
Aspirin is known to help thin blood, reduce fever, relieve minor aches and even reduce inflammation. Researchers are now thinking that the medication may be useful artillery in fighting a deadly disease.
Good Cancer News for Celiac Patients
A gluten-free diet can control or eliminate the painful symptoms of celiac disease. Now, there is more good news for celiac disease patients, especially the ones who eat gluten-free.
Traffic May be Deadly, But Not the Way You’d Expect
Many people consider living near traffic to be dangerous for children, fearing accidents. New research suggests that traffic can be harmful to children for other reasons.
Rates of Certain Cancers Saw a Slight Drop
Cancer is a major problem in the US, but a new study hints that perhaps, at least for certain types of cancer, rates may be dropping.
Use of Genetic Cancer Testing Varied Widely
Genetic testing has been hailed by some as the wave of the future that will allow cancer treatment to be approached in a more personalized way. But how are doctors using these tests now?
New Medication Proves Effective Against Lung Cancer
As scientists continue to look for better and more effective cancer treatments, one new study looked at a promising new medication in the fight against lung cancer.
Mood-Stabilizing Rx Tied to Lower Risk of Some Cancers
Mood-stabilizing medications are used to treat mental or neurological conditions, but a new study suggested that one of these medications might have an unexpected effect — preventing cancer.