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In an eye-opening study, scientists have discovered a crucial link between chronic stress and an increased risk of cancer metastasis, shedding light on why patients under severe stress often face poorer survival rates. The groundbreaking research, conducted on mice, shows that chronic stress not only paves the way for cancer to spread, especially to the…

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When Sydni Scott wants to hear her father’s voice, the massive body of work Stuart Scott left behind, the “Boo-Yah” compilations, the legendary highlight reads, and the “This is Sportscenter” shorts give her plenty of options. For her quick fix, Scott picks up her phone and sorts through the numerous voicemail messages from her dad…

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Fitness enthusiasts are thrilled about a new study that suggests speed walking can help you to live longer.

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The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently updated its guidelines on preventing cancer, and its recommendations offer few surprises. Basically, current research confirms what we’ve known for decades— a healthy lifestyle (at least moderate amounts of exercise and a nutritious diet) is cancer-protective. When it comes to eating, the ACS recommends ditching sugar-sweetened beverages, highly processed…

Obesity is never a good thing. It carries a myriad of health risks including increased risk of heart attack, stroke, diabetes and cancer. Those very risks, however, are rising among young people. An analysis done by the American Cancer Society found that obesity related cancers have been increasing in young adults from 1995 to 2014. “The…

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