MRI screening may benefit breast cancer survivorsAmerican researchers say that women with a personal history of breast cancer should consider annual screening with MRI in addition to mammography. Annual mammogram reduces mastectomy riskScreening catches tumours earlier in 40- to 50-year-olds Count gum disease among coronary risk factors GPs playing key role on the cancer front lines New web-based tool allows patients and practitioners to prioritize preventive health activities for checkups Counselling helps cut abdominal fat Visits to kinesiologist and dietitian help overweight men make needed lifestyle changes Smoking cessation drug has promise in cardiac patients Ottawa researchers also report success with their program for quitting smoking LAST LAUGH: Yes, I really am a doctor! New chronic illness paradigm puts patient at centre Conference highlights importance of close interprofessional collaboration, and patients being experts on their own care Opinion: 27 solutions for my discontent New national association will represent patients First Previous 1455 1456 1457 1458 1459 Next Last