cancer prevention
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Cervical cancer rates fell by 87% in women who had HPV vaccine, U.K. study findsHPV vaccination programs have led to a drop in cervical cancer rates among certain age groups in the U.K., according to a new study.HealthNov 4, 2021
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Halifax researchers exploring less invasive test for HPV and cervical cancer'We're always looking for what's going to radically improve our ability to tackle cancer,' said the Canadian Cancer Society. 'That's what these grants are all about.'HealthApr 2, 2021
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Cervical cancer could be eliminated in Canada in just 20 years, studies findCervical cancer can be prevented by vaccination and eventually eliminated worldwide, researchers say.HealthFeb 4, 2020
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Can hair dye actually cause cancer? Experts weigh inA new study made headlines last week, claiming some hair products were associated with higher risk of breast cancer.LifestyleDec 9, 2019
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Cervical cancer screening clinic comes to Kingston on WednesdayA cervical cancer screening clinic offering Pap testing for women with no family doctor is coming to Kingston on Wednesday evening.CanadaOct 23, 2019
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HPV vaccine could soon achieve ‘substantial reductions’ in cervical cancer cases: studyThe HPV vaccine is already reducing rates of cervical cancer, according to new research.HealthJun 28, 2019
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Want to cut your risk of cancer? Try changing these behavioursChanging your lifestyle can help to reduce your risk of cancer, according to a new report from the Canadian Cancer Society.HealthMay 8, 2019
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How fish may reduce your child’s breast cancer riskIncorporating more seafood and foods high in omega-3 fatty acids early on in a child’s life may reduce long-term breast cancer risk.CommentaryMay 12, 2018
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Calgary study finds prostate cancer patients who exercise live longerNew research has found physical activity can help men with prostate cancer live longer--reducing risk of mortality by up to 40 per cent.CanadaMar 23, 2016
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