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'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients
'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients
A new study of seniors provides support for using "virtual" colonoscopy -- which is not currently covered by Medicare -- as a screening tool for colon cancer.More >>
A new study of seniors provides support for using "virtual" colonoscopy -- which is not currently covered by Medicare -- as a screening tool for colon cancer.More >>
Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?
Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?
The gnarly plaque lurking on your gums and teeth may increase your chances of dying from cancer, new research suggests.More >>
The gnarly plaque lurking on your gums and teeth may increase your chances of dying from cancer, new research suggests.More >>
Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030
Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030
The worldwide incidence of cancer is expected to increase 75 percent by 2030, with a projected increase of more than 90 percent in the poorest nations, a new study reveals.More >>
The worldwide incidence of cancer is expected to increase 75 percent by 2030, with a projected increase of more than 90 percent in the poorest nations, a new study reveals.More >>
Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks
Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks
Researchers who say they've linked type 2 diabetes with earlier development of precancerous colon lesions recommend people with the blood sugar disorder start colorectal screenings at a younger age than others.More >>
Researchers who say they've linked type 2 diabetes with earlier development of precancerous colon lesions recommend people with the blood sugar disorder start colorectal screenings at a younger age than others.More >>
Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly
Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly
Colonoscopies helped doctors detect a high rate of curable cancer in elderly people who had the screening for the first time, a new study indicates.More >>
Colonoscopies helped doctors detect a high rate of curable cancer in elderly people who had the screening for the first time, a new study indicates.More >>

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Flu Facts: What to know, What to do
Flu Facts: What to know, What to do
Updated: Wednesday, October 28 2009 2:31 PM EDT2009-10-28 18:31:59 GMT
HCA Virginia Health System health professional answers questions about H1N1 and seasonal flu.More >>
UPDATED: H1N1 flu vaccination sites
Flu vaccination sites
Updated: Thursday, January 28 2010 4:51 PM EST2010-01-28 21:51:45 GMT
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Health Department targets young adults to get swine flu vaccine
Health Department targets young adults to get swine flu vaccine
Updated: Thursday, January 14 2010 5:26 PM EST2010-01-14 22:26:31 GMT
Although the swine flu vaccine is widely available, the state health department says the highest number of confirmed cases are among young adults. However, it appears that those between 18 and 24 are the least likely to be vaccinated.More >>
Doctors concerned: Another spike in flu, H1N1 cases?
Doctors concerned: Another spike in flu, H1N1 cases?
Updated: Monday, December 28 2009 5:34 PM EST2009-12-28 22:34:45 GMT
Health experts are worried we will soon see another spike in swine flu cases as well as more people getting seasonal flu.More >>
Health officials now target public housing communities
Health officials now target public housing communities
Updated: Monday, December 14 2009 6:48 PM EST2009-12-14 23:48:57 GMT
Doctors offices and emergency rooms are reporting fewer swine flu cases. But health officials say now is not the time to underestimate the illness.More >>

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'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients

'Virtual' colonoscopy safe, effective for Medicare patients

Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?

Does more dental plaque mean higher chances of dying from cancer?

Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030

Worldwide cancer incidence predicted to rise 75% by 2030

Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks

Middle-aged diabetics may need earlier colon checks

Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly

Colonoscopy may detect curable cancer in elderly

Flu infoFlu infoMore>>

Flu Facts: What to know, What to do

Flu Facts: What to know, What to do

UPDATED: H1N1 flu vaccination sites

Flu vaccination sites

Health Department targets young adults to get swine flu vaccine

Health Department targets young adults to get swine flu vaccine

Doctors concerned: Another spike in flu, H1N1 cases?

Doctors concerned: Another spike in flu, H1N1 cases?

Health officials now target public housing communities

Health officials now target public housing communities

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