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Shining a light on melanomas that aren’t caused by the sun
‘Slip, slop, slap’ is synonymous with being Australian and playing it safe in the sun.…
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Study confirms link between alcohol consumption, breast cancer risk in black women
Alcohol consumption is known to be a risk factor for breast cancer based on studies…
Streamlined education gives women confidence and support on breast cancer genetic testing
Gabrielle Dunlevy, UNSW A streamlined model of education can be used to offer genetic testing…
Italian-style coffee reduces the risk of prostate cancer
Add another typical component of the Italian way of life to the long list of…
Tracking unstable chromosomes helps predict lung cancer’s return
Scientists have found that unstable chromosomes within lung tumours increases the risk of cancer returning…
What elephants teach us about cancer prevention
Joshua Schiffman, University of Utah and Lisa Abegglen, University of Utah Every time a cell…
Regular use of aspirin can lower risk of breast cancer for women
The use of low-dose aspirin (81 mg) reduces the risk of breast cancer in women,…
Research paves way for improved colorectal cancer test
The type of bacteria in your gut may help diagnose colorectal cancer. Researchers at Baylor…
Beta blocker shows cancer-fighting properties
A new study finds that carvedilol, a drug typically used to treat high blood pressure,…
Powerful Australian cancer and alcohol advertisement ranked best in the world
A graphic advertisement which shows how alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream, increasing the risk…