Digging in the ground to plant trees may be an excellent gateway to further involvement…
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Benefit of PET in patients with head and neck tumors cannot be assessed, study suggests
The benefit and harm of positron emission tomography (PET) in patients with head and neck…
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Database on environmental impact of major urban ecosystems created
An innovative study examines the environmental impact of major urban ecosystems. The team researched such…
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How do white blood cells detect invaders to destroy?
Scientists have discovered how a molecular receptor on the surface of white blood cells identifies…
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New genetic model of premature aging diseases
Scientists have developed a new genetic model of premature aging disorders that could shed light…
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Measles outbreak underscores need for continued vigilance in health care settings
In 2008, the largest reported health care-associated measles outbreak in the United States since 1989…
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Combining CT, FDG-PET provides more accurate treatments for head and neck cancer patients, study suggests
Combining computerized tomography (CT) with fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) images results in significantly more…
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Proton imaging provides more accuracy, less radiation to pediatric cancer patients
Proton radiography imaging used prior to and during proton treatments for pediatric cancer patients provides…
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MRI locates prostate cancer recurrence at extremely low PSA levels
A pelvic MRI scan with IV contrast and rectal balloon is highly effective in identifying…
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Interval post-treatment mammogram not needed for breast cancer patients, study suggests
An annual mammogram is sufficient follow-up after breast conserving therapy (BCT) for breast cancer patients,…