FDA: Weight Loss Drug Possibly Linked to Cancer
Lorcaserin may potentially increase the risk of cancer, according to results from a clinical trial assessing the safety of the weight loss agent.
Cancer Risk
Cancer Incidence Up in World Trade Center Responder Cohort
Incidence up for all cancer sites combined and for prostate cancer, thyroid cancer, leukemia.
New Research Says There’s No Significant Link Between Talc and Ovarian Cancer, but Some Scientists Push Back Against the Study’s Data and Design
Some experts say the talc study’s data limitations weaken its impact in the field.
Deep Learning Model Predicts Future Breast Cancer Risk
False-negative rate lower for age-adjusted deep learning risk score versus density-based models.
Bariatric Surgery May Raise Risk for Colon Cancer Years Later
Risk increased for colon cancer 10 to 14 years after surgery; no increase in risk found for rectal cancer.
Permanent Hair Dye Use Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk
Significantly increased risk seen in black women; risk also increased with application of dye to others.
Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk (Fact Sheet)
This fact sheet reviews how asbestos is used and health hazards related to the material.
CDC: Approximately 20 Percent of U.S. Adults Currently Use Tobacco Products
Prevalence of use higher for men, adults aged ≤65 years, uninsured, those with disability or limitation.
Common TB Vaccine Associated With Lower Lung Cancer Rates
In 60-year follow-up, significantly lower lung cancer rates seen for those with childhood BCG vaccination.
AHA: Cardiovascular Risk Factors Tied to Increased Cancer Risk
Risk for subsequent cancer up with development of interim CV events, including heart failure, MI.
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