Category: Cancer
The longer a woman has a breast implant, the more likely she is to have complications and need to have the implants removed or replaced, the FDA says.
Hundreds of hospitals are routinely performing a type of chest scan that experts say should be used rarely, subjecting patients to double doses of radiation and driving up health care costs.
Only products labeled both as Broad Spectrum with SPF values of 15 or higher will be able to claim they reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging.
Cancer’s impact on the developing world goes largely unrecognized and unaddressed, panelists said at a Seattle World Affairs Council event held Wednesday night at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Sometimes, delaying treatment while regularly monitoring the progress of a disease — a strategy called “watchful waiting” — may be better than starting treatment right away.
UW students team up with local community groups to raise hepatitis B awareness among Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and new immigrant groups.
Minor & James’ new dermatology division will be located at the First Hill Medical Building at 515 Minor Ave. in Seattle.
Washington residents who are ready to quit smoking can now receive at least two weeks of free nicotine patches or gum if they call the state Tobacco Quitline in May or June. People without insurance can also get eight weeks of nicotine replacement therapy. Those on Medicaid are already eligible for a 12 week supply.
Ever notice a mole that looks a little weird? Maybe it’s new, has a jagged border, or it’s growing? That mole is sending you a message: it’s time to visit a dermatologist.
May Eastside Science Café: The Modern Legacy of Ancient Viruses May 9, 2011 – 7 p.m. – Wilde Rover In the past century, we’ve seen outbreaks of new viruses such as HIV, SARS and several flu strains, but what about the viruses that came before them? These ancient, extinct viruses (“paleoviruses”) affect modern humans, too. [...]
Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death, but death rates have been falling since the mid-80s, in large part due to increased screening. What’s involved?
Gilda’s Club of Seattle hosts five, free evening talks this month on topics ranging from fertility to finances to funerals.
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Lost in translation: Lack of trained interpreters can lead to medical errors
Interpreter services at hospitals and other medical settings are often inadequate, forcing family members, including children, to step in, or the task falls to medical staff members who may not speak the language well.
Some insurers deny ER coverage to people who have been drinking
Laws in more than half the states permit insurers to deny payment for medical services related to alcohol or drug use. Faced with the prospect of not getting paid for care, some ER personnel sidestep the problem by simply not testing patients’ blood or urine for alcohol.
Travel insurance can protect your wallet — and your health on vacation
Think your regular health insurance policy will cover you if you get into medical trouble overseas?
Don’t bet on it.
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