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More than 19 million nurses and midwives worldwide can play a significant role in decreasing people’s risk of cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes. Read More ›

A new analysis has determined that the anti-inflammatory properties of aspirin may help protect against melanoma. Read More ›

In a study among the first to investigate older adults’ perceptions regarding instruction to discontinue screenings for breast, colon, prostate, and other cancers, researchers discovered that many older adults hesitate to stop screening for cancer. Read More ›

More rigid criteria may be required for African American men with prostate cancer contemplating active surveillance of the disease. Read More ›

Cancer survivors are more likely to participate in physical activity when experiencing a higher self-efficacy. Read More ›

Cancer-related fatigue affects up to 90% of patients who receive major treatments. Read More ›

In a recent study, smokers contacted directly by a tobacco cessation quit line were 13 times more likely to enroll in a smoking cessation program compared with smokers urged to call the quit line on their own. Read More ›

Since 2010, satisfaction and usability ratings for certified electronic health records have declined. Read More ›

The estrogen patches often used to treat menopause symptoms in women could be a simple and safe alternative to the hormone therapies used to treat prostate cancer in men, according to new research. Read More ›

New research shows that shortly after a breast cancer diagnosis, 23% of women experience symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder. Read More ›