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Genetic Marker Linked to Ovarian Cancer Risk

July 22nd, 2010 JackyLee No comments

A newly identified genetic marker may help predict ovarian cancer risk, Yale University researchers report.

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Dads Get Postpartum Depression, Too

May 18th, 2010 JackyLee No comments

Although postpartum depression in new moms is well-known and well-documented, slightly more than 10% of new dads also become depressed before or after their baby’s birth.

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Mom’s Voice Soothes Stress, Even by Phone

May 13th, 2010 JackyLee No comments

A kind word from mom by phone may be as good as a hug in calming the frayed nerves of frazzled daughters, a new study indicates.

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Progress in Blood Test for Breast Cancer

April 20th, 2010 JackyLee No comments

Levels of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) may be elevated in the blood of women as many as 17 months prior to their breast cancer diagnosis, a finding that may lead to a blood test for breast cancer.

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