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Vitamins may not prevent cancer
New findings cast fresh doubt on claims that folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 may play a role in cancer prevention. Read more
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Health hazards from excess pregnancy weight gain
Women who put on a lot of weight during pregnancy may be placing their baby at risk of becoming overweight or obese, according to new findings. Read more
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Vigorous exercise may cut breast cancer risk
New findings add to the evidence that exercise may help prevent cancer. Read more
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Could allergies protect against cancer?
People who suffer from allergies may enjoy some protection against developing cancer, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Placebo commonly prescribed by US doctors
Prescribing placebo treatments is common practice and seen as acceptable, according to new findings. Read more
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Serious rise in children with food allergies
Millions of children around the world are likely to be suffering from food allergies, according to newly-released figures. Read more
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Major side-effects from anti-inflammation drug
Follow-up data confirms the anti-inflammatory drug rofecoxib substantially increases the risk of stroke, heart attack and death, researchers warned today. Read more
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Caffeine and breast cancer
Drinking large amounts of tea or coffee does not appear to increase breast cancer risk, researchers reported today. Read more
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Red wine may benefit smokers
Moderate red wine consumption could help protect male smokers against lung cancer, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Fans save babies
Using an electric fan can help save a baby dying from cot death, researchers reported last night. Read more