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Cancer Feature Story  

Too Many CT Scans Raise Cancer RiskToo Many CT Scans Raise Cancer Risk

Cut down on unnecessary tests, experts advise

Sometimes you can have too much of a good thing. Though medical imaging techniques can often be lifesaving, detecting cancers that would have otherwise gone undiagnosed, the radiation used to uncover hidden disease can sometimes be harmful. full story»


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Cancer-Related Drug Guide  
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