Causal Link Suggested for IGF-1 Concentrations, Breast Cancer
In Mendelian randomization analyses, increase in genetically predicted IGF-1 linked to breast cancer.
Cancer Risk
Copper Intrauterine Devices Tied to Lower Risk for Cervical Cancer
Findings based on comparison to hormonal intrauterine devices.
Risk for Liver Cancer Down With Low-Dose Aspirin in Hepatitis B, C
Risk for 10-year liver-related mortality also lower among aspirin users with chronic hepatitis B or C.
Dairy Milk Tied to Higher Breast Cancer Risk
Findings similar regardless of full-fat or reduced-fat milk consumption.
Knowledge of Cancer Risk, Health Promotion Varies Widely
Gap by socioeconomic status seen in international survey.
Canned, Cooked Tomatoes May Cut Prostate Cancer Risk
Consumption of canned and cooked tomatoes 5 to 6 times a week was significantly associated with a 28% decreased risk of prostate cancer.
Dengue Virus Infection May Increase Risk for Developing Leukemia
Significant link between virus, leukemia risk observed at three to six years after infection.
Having More Sexual Partners Tied to Increased Odds of Cancer
Odds of reporting cancer diagnosis increased for those with 10 or more lifetime sexual partners.
Overweight and Obesity May Up Risk for Several Common Cancers
Among overweight, obese patients, cancer risk 12 percent greater compared with general population.
Kidney Cancer Risk Tied to Body Size in Early Life
Results showed that each 500-gram increase in birth weight was significantly associated with a 12% increased risk of RCC in adulthood.
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