If you’re worried about your cancer risk, you need a geneticist – not a DIY kit.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Life is a chronic condition (and other lessons from cancer)
A religion scholar with a terrifying diagnosis discovers the peace that comes from accepting the unknown.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
New Maine law will allow terminally ill patients to end their lives with medication
Gov. Janet Mills acknowledges a ‘moral dilemma’ as she signs the bill to legalize medication-assisted suicide.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Lower-fat diet reduces risk of dying from breast cancer, study says
This provides the first randomized clinical trial evidence that diet can reduce postmenopausal women’s risk of dying from breast cancer, the researchers said.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Genomics-based treatment aims to help hundreds of cancer patients in Maine
The sweeping clinical study led by The Jackson Laboratory offers targeted treatment that attacks cancer cells’ DNA.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Sen. King undergoes final radiation treatment for prostate cancer
The 74-year-old senator said he has ‘dodged cancer three times now’ – including this residual recurrence of prostate cancer – thanks to health insurance and access to care.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Life & Culture, Maine, Nation & World, News
Across Maine, prices for the same medical procedures are often staggeringly different
Low patient volumes and scarce competition among providers help make the state one of the most costly for health care in the U.S.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Advocates urge lawmakers to ban vaping products from Maine public schools
The measure follows a budget proposal by Gov. Janet Mills to spend $10 million in tobacco settlement money to reduce youth smoking rates, as well as vaping.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Sen. King resumes treatment for prostate cancer but won’t slow down
The independent senator says he’s expected to recover fully and his schedule won’t be affected.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Life & Culture, Maine
Group cancels annual firefighter ski race for charity at Shawnee Peak
The Bridgton resort says it doesn’t have enough space or resources to host the Mary’s Firemen for a Cure event, which raises money for breast cancer research.