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A new study sheds light on the differences in cancer prevalence and survival rates in gay, lesbian, and bisexual populations compared with heterosexuals.

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Cancer Diagnosis Rates Differ for Gays, Heterosexuals

A survey of Americans shows that concern about weight and weight loss efforts are at an all-time low.

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Many in U.S. No Longer Worry About Weight

Harmful chemicals may be endangering the health of Vietnamese nail salon workers, according to a new study.

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Chemicals May Be Risky to Nail Salon Workers

The Consumer Advocacy group Public Citizen is urging the FDA to pull two weight loss drugs, Xenical and Alli, from the market immediately, saying their risk for liver, pancreas and kidney damage greatly outweigh any potential weight loss benefits.

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Group Calls on FDA to Pull Alli, Xenical