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Patients with colorectal

Improved Survival for Certain Cancers With Low-Dose Aspirin

Improved odds seen for patients with colon, prostate, or breast tumors, but research isn't definitive
Alcohol

Stomach CA Risk Up With Alcohol, Processed Meat Consumption

Excess weight also seems to increase chances of disease, and risk increases as three factors increase
Botulinum toxin is a safe and effective treatment for chronic migraine and three other neurological disorders

AAN: Botulinum Toxin Approved for Use in Chronic Migraine

American Academy of Neurology issues new guideline on use of the drug
For adult women with breast cancer

In Breast CA, Cardiotoxicity Up With Trastuzumab-Based Chemo

Increased risk of cardiotoxicity for trastuzumab with nonanthracycline chemo, sequential tx
The BRCA1 gene mutation may also be tied to potential fertility issues

BRCA1 Mutation May Reduce Women’s Fertility

The BRCA1 mutation may speed the aging of a woman's ovaries
For perimenopausal and postmenopausal women

Review: Paroxetine Reduces Vasomotor Symptoms

Moderate quality evidence shows reduction in frequency of hot flashes with paroxetine
Many breast cancer patients receive chemotherapy they don't need

AACR: Many Breast Cancer Patients May Not Need Chemo

Genetic test can help doctors determine who can safely avoid treatment after surgery
The prevalence of urinary tract malignancy is low among postmenopausal women evaluated for asymptomatic microscopic hematuria

Suboptimal Guideline Adherence for Hematuria After Menopause

Low rate of urinary tract malignancy for women evaluated for asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
Vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy and infancy may reduce aeroallergen sensitization in children

Vitamin D Supplementation Cuts Aeroallergen Sensitization

Supplementation in pregnancy and infancy linked to reduced sensitization at 18 months
Most Danish obstetricians and midwives report having been involved in a traumatic childbirth

Doctors, Midwives Struggle With Guilt After Traumatic Childbirth

Overall, 36% to 49% of respondents report feelings of guilt; half prompted to think about meaning of life