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February 12, 2026
James Van Der Beek’s Death Underscores Early-Onset Colorectal Cancers
The actor James Van Der Beek, who died on Wednesday at 48, was among a growing number of adults under 50 diagnosed with the disease.
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January 27, 2026
These Foods Might Lower Cancer Risk
Decades of research suggests that your diet can influence the risk of various cancers. Here’s what we know.
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January 21, 2026
Heart Disease and Stroke Still Leading Causes of Death in U.S.
Deaths from both causes are down, but they still eclipse all other causes, according to new statistics.
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January 16, 2026
What Is ‘Metabolic Health,’ and Why Does It Matter?
The definition is tricky, but the effects of poor metabolic health are clear — and can wreak havoc on the body.
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January 2, 2026
Trump Says He Takes a High Daily Dose of Aspirin. How Safe Is That?
Despite his doctors’ recommendations, President Trump takes a high dose.
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December 15, 2025
Controlling Blood Sugar Cut Heart Disease Risk in Half, New Study Says
People who brought their blood glucose down to a normal level had a lower risk of death from heart disease or hospitalization for heart failure after 20 years.
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December 4, 2025
New Guidelines Endorse Self-Swab Alternative to Pap Smear for Cervical Cancer Testing
The recommendation comes after the first at-home test, a self-swab, received federal approval earlier this year.
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December 2, 2025
Cancer-Detecting Blood Tests Are on the Rise. Do They Work?
The tests have not been approved by federal regulators, but that hasn’t stopped patients from wanting them — and doctors from worrying.
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