Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes Burning buildings might not be the only risks that firefighters face. They also appear to be more likely than their peers in other professions to have prematurely narrowed arteries, increasing their risk for strokes and heart attacks, according to a new study. In fact, [...]
Rectal Cancer Outcomes Best With Short-Course Radiation
Even with latest surgical techniques, therapy should come first, studies suggest For people with operable rectal cancer, the most effective treatment is a short course of radiation therapy followed by “high-quality surgery,” according to a new study. Surgery is the standard treatment for rectal cancer, but just removing the tumor leaves a risk of cancer [...]