Tag Archives: Mortality

Aspirin Reduces Mortality in Prostate Cancer

In the Chinese Medicine, the cause of cancer is thought to be associated with the dysfunction of the coagulation system.   Now, a study presented at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has confirmed this … Continue reading

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Whole Grain, Bran Intake Linked to Lower Mortality in Diabetic Women

It is well known that patients with diabetes face up 2 to 3 times the risk of cardiovascular disease and premature death compared to the general population.  To lower their risk of cardiovascular disease, patients are advised to exercise and … Continue reading

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Long-Term Metformin Treatment Linked to Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Metformin is the first line agent for type 2 diabetic patients.  It is also one of the few antihyperglycaemic agents that are associated with improvements in cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.  However, a study recently published in the May 20 issue … Continue reading

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