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• There’s no clear proof 5G or cellphones cause cancer. Here’s why some still worry

  Here's what you need to know about why the evidence to support the fear simply isn't there right now.

  Canada

  Mar 7, 2020
  
• Long periods of sitting puts men at higher risk of bowel cancer, study says

  Watching television in particular for hours at a time increases their risk of developing the disease, researchers say.

  Health

  Mar 12, 2018
  
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• Does drinking coffee cause cancer? World Health Organization doesn’t think so

  The World Health Organization's research arm has downgraded its classification of coffee as a possible carcinogen, declaring there isn't enough proof to show a link to cancer.

  Health

  Jun 15, 2016
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• U of S expert weighs in on WHO processed meat warning

  A University of Saskatchewan expert weighs in on the WHO warning that processed meats can cause cancer.

  Health

  Oct 27, 2015
• How much processed meat and red meat should you be eating?

  Bacon, sausage, deli meats and hot dogs – if processed meats are part of your weekly staple – you are probably eating too much, most likely way too much according to health experts.

  Health

  Oct 26, 2015
• Why Canadians are already cutting back on red meat

  Canadians are already dialing back on how much beef they consume, a new report suggests, but health concerns aren't the main reason why.

  Canada

  Oct 26, 2015
• WHO: Processed meat can increase risk of cancer; red meat risky too

  Eating processed meat on a daily basis can increase the risk of colon cancer, while red meat is “probably” cancer-causing too, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced Monday.

  Health

  Oct 26, 2015
• Debate rages over health effects of pesticide atrazine

  Scientists say more research into the chemical atrazine is needed, but some studies show it's associated with birth defects, breast cancer and poor semen quality.

  Health

  Apr 5, 2014