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Cancer Numbers in Virginia compared to Nation
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterCancer deaths nationwide are down 20% from a couple of decades ago. The numbers in Virginia are also down. "From an overall standpoint we've seen pretty comparable decreases," said Briggs Andrews, a Board Member with the American Cancer Society's South...Tags: American Cancer Society, Colon Cancer, Lung Cancer, Health Organizations
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Faces of health care: Medicaid recipient on life filled with pain and money headaches
WDBJ7 ReporterThursday's decision shot down the provision that allowed individual states to give more money to Medicaid recipients. Catherine Fitzgerald a current Medicaid recipient and Danville resident, has been around the health care block so to speak. She's...Tags: Fibromyalgia, Health Insurance, Health, Barack Obama, Medicaid
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OUR HEALTH: Colon Cancer
Too Young For Colon Cancer
“Stunned. Shocked. Numb.” That’s how Greg Myers describes his reaction when he learned what was causing his pain. “I guess the best way to describe it is numb – it was hard to process it all at one...Tags: Demographics, Symptoms, Human Body, Greg Myers, Constipation
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Springfield's Drew Lewis dies after battle with cancer
Springfield, MO – Andrew Benten Lewis, born July 26, 1967 died today, at home, surrounded by dear friends and family. Drew’s battle against colon cancer brought local attention to the importance of early detection. “I am so grateful...
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Battle with cancer is over for Springfield's Drew Lewis
SPRINGFIELD -- A man from Springfield whose fight against cancer inspired a benefit concert by singer Sheryl Crow has died. Drew Lewis passed away on Saturday at home surrounded by friends and family. Drew's battle against colon cancer brought local...
Tags: Human Interest, Colon Cancer
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Headlines for Friday, May 17, 2013
ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: 2013 Induction Ceremony Airs Saturday
The 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony premieres on HBO Saturday at 9pm ET. The show will be repeated several times in coming weeks....Tags: Behavioral Conditions, Crazy Horse (music group), Chicago Wolves, Luella, Pumpkin
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George Williams was shocked when told he had breast cancer
Wherever George Williams goes so does his blue folder. Papers are tucked in neatly while other pages sneak out the edges. The folder is slightly worn and contains copies of his medical records for those skeptics who question his medical history. "Are...
Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Hampton (Hampton, Virginia), Science and Technology, Manufacturing and Engineering, Medical Research
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FDA approves J&J sedation drug device
ReutersMay 3 (Reuters) - U.S. regulators have approved Johnson & Johnson's Sedasys system to sedate patients during colonoscopies without the need for a physician to monitor delivery of the injectable sedating agent, the company said on Friday. The device...Tags: Johnson & Johnson Inc., Food and Drug Administration, Propofol (drug)
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Phelps ready to fight
South Bend TribuneCancer didn't stand a chance the first time it bothered Digger Phelps three years ago, and the former Notre Dame men's basketball coach has no desire to let it hang around for an extended stay this time. Disclosing late Thursday that he has bladder...Tags: ESPN (tv network), Prostate Cancer, Flu, Xarelto (drug), Colon Cancer
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How to determine what medical screening is necessary
There has been a lot of news about medical tests lately. Physicians are coming out against unnecessary testing and screenings to save patients time, money and health risks. As a senior, how do you know which tests or screenings you should have done, and...
Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Prostate Cancer, Medical Procedures and Tests, Glaucoma, Hysterectomy
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Former Sunrise commissioner Sheila Alu urges early colonoscopies after discovering she has cancer
— Sheila Alu, who spent her political career as a Sunrise commissioner fighting against public corruption, has a new battle on her hands. Colon cancer. On Tuesday, Alu came to Sunrise City Hall with a message: Don't wait until you're 50 to get a...
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Sofia Vergara talks thyroid conditions, freezing her eggs
Sofia Vergara appeared on "Good Morning America" on Wednesday to discuss her bout with thyroid cancer, freezing her eggs and her wedding plans. The "Modern Family" actress, who is a spokeswoman for the hypothyroidism campaign Follow the Script, revealed...
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