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E-prescriptions and errors; Tuberculosis Deaths; Public defibrillators; Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Doctors who trade in prescription pads for electronic systems can greatly reduce the risk of medication errors. New numbers show multiple drug resistant tuberculosis is becoming more prevalent. Public defibrillators can be an asset to public health. Colon Cancer Awareness Month Video
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever on the rise
We see ticks every summer, but they carry potentially deadly illnesses like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Video
Kraft cutting salt; American drinkers; Beer gut; Doctor on Call: Colon Cancer awareness Month
Kraft Foods is cutting salt from its products sold in the U.S. by an average of ten percent. More than sixty percent of American adults consider themselves drinkers. Some people may be feeling the effects of an all too fun Saint Patrick’s Day. Doctor on Call: Colon Cancer treatments Video
Fat and stem cells; Balding and prostate cancer; Video game and learning; Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Scientists have found an amazing new source to harvest stem cells. Going bald might not be a bad thing. If you're thinking of buying your child or grandchild a video game system be warned. Colon Cancer questions. Video
Smokers and heart disease; Pepsi removes sugary drinks from schools; Doctor on Call: Virtual colonoscopy
A new study shows smokers who quit have healthier arteries and decrease chances of getting heart disease; Pepsi Company plans to remove full calorie-sugary drinks from schools around the world; Doctor on Call: Virtual colonoscopy Video
Diabetes treatment; Testing for autism; Treatment for depressed alcoholics; Doctor on Call: Colon Cancer screening
Doctors have found adding drugs to prevent heart attacks in diabetics is not very effective. Medical research shows a newer test for early signs of autism may be more effective than other methods. Combination treatment is a good way to help depressed alcoholics. Video

Cancer Guide

Cancer - General Information
What is cancer? Information on some of the most common questions about this disease.
Cancer Resources
Not sure where to go for support or additional information? Look here for some suggestions on resources.
Men's Cancer Concerns
Some of the most common concerns men have about cancer.
Other Types of Cancer
A list of some of the different types of cancer.
Radiation Therapy
An overview of what is radiation and how it is used to treat cancer.
Skin & Cancer
Cancer can also affect your skin. See what some of the signs of skin cancer are and ways to prevent it.
Stop Smoking
Find out about how smoking can affect your health and increase your cancer risk.
Women's Cancer Concerns
Some of the most common concerns women have about cancer.


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