Lung cancer: you may have a role in your risk for this disease
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of deaths from cancer in the US, and 85% to 90% of lung cancers are caused by smoking. The two types of lung cancer are nonsmall cell and small cell carcinoma. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1996
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Aspirin: should you take a daily dose?
Article Abstract:
Research indicates that aspirin may help to prevent heart disease, digestive-tract cancer and complications of cardiovascular disease. However, it is a powerful drug and should not be used daily unless recommended by a physician.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1993
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