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Sunday, March 3, 2013 11:45 pm Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:54 PM PST What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone says “cancer risk factors”? Most people would probably say tobacco use, exposure to UV rays, radiation or family history. Updated Marketplace Details Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:53 PM PST What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone says “cancer risk factors”? Most people would probably say tobacco use, exposure to UV rays, radiation or family history. Inactivity, obesity are key cancer risk factors Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:52 PM PST American Cancer Society studies show that people who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing cancers of the breast, colon and prostate. (World-Herald News Service) Study: Area healthier, living well, but cancer care needed npc-news.peninsulaclarion.com Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:40 PM PST Kenai Peninsula residents want more cancer care, Alzheimer's services and cardiology services, according to a recently-released assessment of the community's health needs. Fraternity hosting 5K for cancer research Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:29 PM PST HUNTINGTON -- Alpha Tau Omega, a fraternity at Marshall University, is hosting a 5K run and walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 9, at Ritter Park. Youth Appreciation Award: Inspiration to others Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:22 PM PST Constitution High School’s Zamiyha Fischer, 18, has shown her strength and ability to overcome obstacles while excelling in both school and extracurricular activities. Overcoming brain cancer at a young age, Fischer, of the 2000 block of Emily Street, has been left with little ability to... [This is a summary. To read the full article on SouthPhillyReview.com, click the headline above.] Pittsford Hockey raises money for breast cancer awareness Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:20 PM PST Pittsford Hockey raised $5,200 for breast cancer awareness during its fourth annual Pink The Rink event on Feb. 27. Venezuelans Protest as Maduro Says Chavez Getting Chemotherapy Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:20 PM PST Venezuelans marched in Caracas yesterday, demanding more information on President Hugo Chavez’s health after the government said he’s undergoing chemotherapy following cancer surgery. In poll, doctors favor fewer mammograms Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:16 PM PST It's been three years since the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force launched the mammography wars with its controversial recommendation that most women get fewer of the breast cancer screening exams -- one every other year between the ages of 50 and 74. Younger women could get tested if they wanted to. Mattapoisett youth wins inaugural Cam Neely Award for Courage Sun, 03 Mar, 2013 09:10 PM PST MATTAPOISETT â€" Twelve-year-old Nick Claudio's bravery in the face of cancer and vision loss has earned him special respect from those who know him.

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