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In an attempt to halt the increasing number of patients that are being over-exposed to radiation, doctors at the National Institutes of Health will begin tracking how much radiation a patient has been exposed to in their electronic records. Officials believe that if other doctors and institutes follow suit, researchers will be able to compare the cancer risk of patients with high vs. low radiation exposures. A study released last month said that patients …

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Why does such an ugly disease (cancer) have to be so pretty?
This incredible image along with 18 others are winners of the Wellcome Image Awards for 2009.

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women.  It is the most common cause of death in women aged 45-55.
It is an ugly disease.  It has affected a good friend.
Know the symptoms.  Learn how to perform self breast exams.  Get the screening mammograms.
Dedicated to Cynthia.

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