Wednesday 9 February 2022

More Evidence That Pandemic Delayed Cancer Diagnoses

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A recent study finds fewer procedures to diagnose cancer were done over the past 2 years, including cystoscopies to detect bladder cancer.



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'Substantial' Heart Risks Up to a Year After COVID-19

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Governments and health systems need to be prepared to deal with the likely significant contribution of the pandemic to a rising burden of cardiovascular diseases, the researchers say.



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Tuesday 8 February 2022

With Mask Restrictions Set to Lift, a Haze of Uncertainty Lingers


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Harnessing the Herpes Virus to Beat a Deadly Brain Cancer

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New findings show a genetically modified herpes virus appears to deliver a "one-two punch" to the rare and deadly form of brain cancer that killed U.S. Sen. John McCain.



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Switching to a Healthy Diet can Add 10 Years to Life

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Eating less red and processed meat and more plant-based foods (legumes), whole grains, and nuts could extend lifespan, with a greater effect the younger a person is when they alter their diet.



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