Is red meat safe?
Studies linking red meat consumption to various health issues may be individually imperfect, but the preponderance of evidence suggests red meat consumption comes with some health risks.
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The cancer risk that may be hiding in your mouthwash
Mouthwashes containing alcohol can increase your risk of oral cancers. Unless they’re specifically labeled as alcohol-free, most major brands contain it.
What we know about the health risks of "forever chemicals"
PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” have been linked to multiple types of cancer and several serious health conditions. These chemicals are pervasive in the environment, but you can make simple changes to limit your exposure.
Can a blood draw tell you whether you have cancer?
Liquid biopsies analyze blood, urine, or sputum for DNA signatures of cancer, and can detect many cancers earlier than current screening protocols. The technology is still developing, but could radically transform cancer diagnosis and treatment.
How targeted interventions can reduce risk
Targeted lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on your risk profile for cancer.
Why am I not seeing a screening recommendation?
Screening recommendations should reflect both your lifetime and near-term risk. In some situations, the costs may outweigh the benefits.
Positive and negative predictive value
This more complex metric than test sensitivity or specificity will allow you to understand the likelihood that any specific test result–whether positive or negative–is in fact accurate.
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