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American Cancer Society Celebrates 100 Years of Progress

The American Cancer Society, which is celebrating on Wednesday a century of fighting a disease once viewed as a death sentence, is making a pledge to put itself out of business.
Underactive Thyroid and Heart Failure a Bad Combination: Study

People with heart failure are more likely to experience poorer health from having a thyroid gland that is even mildly underactive, according to a new study.
Cost of Treating Strokes in U.S. Could Soar to $180B Annually by 2030: Report

Over the next two decades, the cost of treating strokes in the United States is expected to more than double, topping more than $180 billion a year, according to new research.
More Kids Getting Donor Organs, But Gaps Persist, Study Finds

Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
Sleep Apnea in Seniors Tied to Alzheimer's in Study

Sleep apnea, the condition that robs sufferers of deep sleep by endlessly and subconsciously waking them up, becomes more common as people age. Now, a small new study raises the possibility that it may somehow cause -- or be caused by -- Alzheimer's disease.
Alcoholics Who Smoke May Face Early Brain Aging

Alcoholics who smoke have more problems with memory, problem solving and quick thinking than those who are nonsmokers, researchers have found.
Age Amplifies Damage From Obesity, Study Finds

After age 50, excess body fat hardens the arteries, potentially increasing the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds

Patients with heart failure or a heart attack appear to be at high risk of death or readmission to the hospital for at least one month after being discharged, researchers say.
Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later

Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.
Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's

There's some good news for people who have had certain kinds of skin cancer: A new study suggests that their odds of developing Alzheimer's disease may be significantly lower than it is for others.

 

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