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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: Rasonque = Breakthrough, Vitamin C = Crickets
A new pancreatic cancer treatment got fireworks and fast FDA approval. Why did intriguing IV vitamin C research get mostly crickets?
How to Protect Women Against Ovarian Cancer
Removing fallopian tubes surgically can dramatically cut the risk for ovarian cancer. So can taking low-dose aspirin on a regular basis.
Can You Reduce Your Risk of Dementia with Physical Activity?
Physical activity was linked to less cognitive decline among seniors in several studies. How are you staying active?
Cancer Drugs Use the Immune System to Treat Melanoma
A combination of new medications, Opdivo and Yervoy, helped shrink melanoma tumors more than either one alone.
Weight-Loss Pills vs. Injections: Which Would You Choose?
For people who dislike needles, weight-loss pills offer a new way to tap into the power of GLP-1 drugs. There's Wegovy and Foundayo.
St. John’s Wort Can Lift Mood But May Damage Eyes
One side effect of St. John's wort, photosensitivity, can damage eyes. People may wish to consider other ways to manage depression.
For Some Readers, Almonds Help Heartburn More Than Medicine Does
We have heard from many readers that as few as two almonds can help heartburn. (Some take a small handful.)
Mistakes in the Pharmacy Could be Deadly
Is there a pandemic of mistakes in the pharmacy? Pharmacists worry about working conditions that make mistakes inevitable. Protect Yourself!
What Are the Risks of Sunscreen and Bug Repellent Together?
Applying sunscreen and bug repellent at the same time can increase your absorption of the ingredients, unless the repellent is picaridin.
Vinegar Stars as Surprising Antidote to Sting of Fire Ants
One reader shares a favorite home remedy (white vinegar) to deal with the uncomfortable sting from the bites of fire ants.
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