Higher Levels of Outdoor Light at Night May Be Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk
The incidence of breast cancer for postmenopausal women included in the NIH-AARP study was evaluated with respect to level of outdoor light at night.
Cancer Risk
Study Investigates Association Between Height and Risk of Invasive Melanoma
This study used data from the Nurses’ Health Study (NHS) and NHS2 to explore the association between height, number of nevi, and risk of invasive melanoma.
Melanoma Risk From Biologic Therapy Remains Uncertain
Systematic literature review and meta-analysis reveal link to increased risk cannot be ruled out.
NBUVB Phototherapy May Not Increase Skin Cancer Risk in Patients With Vitiligo
Many patients with vitiligo undergo multiple courses of phototherapy, which may raise concerns about their risk of photocarcinogenesis.
COPD Independent Risk Factor for Lung Cancer
Risk for lung cancer higher for never smokers with COPD, ever smokers with or without COPD.
Causal Link Suggested for IGF-1 Concentrations, Breast Cancer
In Mendelian randomization analyses, increase in genetically predicted IGF-1 linked to breast cancer.
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.
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