More and more research studies are confirming the importance of keeping body mass index (BMI) and waistline measurements under control in order to reduce the risk of disease and premature death. Keeping track of calories and fat percentages can be confusing, and the nutrition labels on the foods we buy aren’t always that helpful. How are consumers supposed to figure out which diet advice is just hype – that ultimately don’t contribute to better health – and which advice offers good, medically sound information?
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Liver Cancer: What is it and how to prevent it
This article explains the signs and symptoms of liver cancer and the steps you can take to prevent it. The best way to prevent it is to be tested for Hepatitis C, get vaccinated for Hepatitis B, and if diagnosed with either, get treated. Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption also helps prevent liver cancer.
Read More »What You Need to Know About Preventing and Treating Monkeypox (Mpox)
Monkeypox can infect anyone. It is important to know how to protect yourself and your family. Here is information symptoms, how to prevent infection, vaccines and treatments, and the research showing they are safe and effective.
Read More »Treating Prostate Cancer: Options to Consider
Men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer are faced with the difficult decision of deciding what to do next, since treatment is not always necessary, and each treatment option has advantages and disadvantages. The more that patients understand about the options, the more likely that they will make the decision that is right for them. That is the goal of this article.
Read More »Are Prostate Cancer Screenings Necessary? The Pros and Cons
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, so screening seems like an important way to prevent cancer. But there is a hot debate within the medical community: do regular prostate cancer screenings do more harm than good?
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