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  • The Importance of Early Detection and Diagnosis of Mesothelioma

    13 days ago - By The Healthcare Guys

    Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma affects the lung lining, abdomen, and heart. The disease can take decades to present itself after exposure to the mineral. For years, asbestos was a common material in construction and insulation.
    Because symptoms take so long to appear, mesothelioma may be in advanced stages by the time it is diagnosed. Early detection and diagnoses are imperative if the disease is going to be successfully treated.
    Why Early Detection Matters
    Mesothelioma is aggressive and can rapidly spread to other body parts...
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  • Guidelines for Early Detection of Breast Cancer

    13 days ago - By The Healthcare Guys

    Did you know that one in every eight women approximately develops breast cancer in her life, according to data given by the ACS or American Cancer Society? This is why we need to talk more and more about early detection and guidelines related to breast cancer screening. Perhaps, one of the most important screening tools at the moment is Mammography.
    However, there are multiple guidelines related to when you can start and even how to undergo mammography since the processes can be very confusing for different women. According to the American College of Radiology actually recommends that...
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