Do you divine very hot coffee? Scientists have sad news for you
A large-scale study shows that consuming “very hot” tea and coffee can significantly increase the risk of fatal esophageal cancer.
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KUL opens Palliative Care Day Hospital
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This evening, the buildings of Lithuanian cities will be painted red: behind it lies a noble goal
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After many months spent in the oncology department with her son, Alina returns there with a different purpose: “Moms need it”
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Cervical cancer: what symptoms should make you worry?
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Breakthrough in cancer treatment: personalized vaccine against melanoma recurrence – within reach
Personalized cancer vaccines – one step closer to reality.