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Will my ‘paleo’ diet prevent cancer?
As researchers find cancer in ancient bones, it makes our food blogger ponder the definition of a healthy diet.

Aspirin may prevent melanoma in women

It’s too soon to advise that people at high risk for melanoma start taking an aspirin a day, especially since regular use of the pain reliever is not without risks.

‘Resistant’ starches heal the colon, prevent cancer

Resistant starches thicken the linings of the bowels, allowing for more good bacteria to grow and help with digestion.

50 years worth of blood samples provide insights into breast cancer risks

More than 15,000 mothers, daughters and granddaughters have donated blood for scientists to track cancer’s progress over generations.

Stressful jobs not linked to cancer risk

Researchers still recommend keeping stress as low as possible since that will ‘improve psychological and physical well-being.’

Consumer Reports cancer screening ratings reveal surprising results

Of the 11 common screenings evaluated by the consumer watchdog, only 3 were recommended.

Scientists discover DNA with a quadruple helix in cancer cells

The discovery could be a clue in the fight against cancer.

Smartphone apps for skin cancer: How accurate are they?

The classification rate was highly variable, ranging from 30 percent incorrect to 96 percent incorrect.

Unhealthy snacks may increase colon cancer risk
A new study finds that among those who have a genetic susceptibility to colon cancer, eating junk food affects the risk.

Man takes pregnancy test, gets shocking result
After taking the test as a joke, a positive result leads to a cancer diagnosis.

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