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Vitamin D levels tied to breast cancer survival

For women diagnosed with breast cancer, high vitamin D levels in the blood may be tied to better odds of surviving and having tumors with less deadly characteristics, suggests a new study.

Vasectomies not linked to higher prostate cancer risk

Having a vasectomy doesn't increase a man's risk of developing prostate cancer or dying from it, a Canadian study suggests.

Why teens smoke, unnoticed cancer symptom, sleep spoiler

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Life-threatening superbug spreads globally in cystic fibrosis patients

A multidrug-resistant superbug infection that can cause life-threatening illness in people with cystic fibrosis (CF) has spread globally and is becoming increasingly virulent, British researchers said on Thursday.

Breast cancer: The first sign isn't always a lump

Around 1 in 6 women eventually diagnosed with breast cancer initially go to their doctors with a symptom other than a lump, according to a new study conducted in England

Italian oncologist seen as father of cancer research dies

Umberto Veronesi, an Italian oncologist, former health minister and senator widely respected for his work on preventing and treating breast cancer, has died, his foundation said.

Age may not affect breast reconstruction complications

Despite concerns, older women don't have more complications with breast reconstruction procedures than younger women, a new U.S. study suggests.

8-year-old to walk in fashion show after cancer battle

An 8-year-old recently declared cancer-free will walk in an upcoming fashion show on Saturday to benefit the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

Second opinions not likely to change prostate cancer treatment

Though many men diagnosed with prostate cancer seek a second opinion before beginning treatment, second opinions are unlikely to change their treatment decisions, according to a U.S. study.

Childhood cancer survivors have lasting health problems even with newer treatments

Despite advances that have made treatments safer and more effective, childhood cancer survivors don't appear to have experienced gains in long-term health outcomes, a new study suggests.