FDA has approved a new colon and rectal cancer drug, Vectibix, and the manufacturer, Amgen has promised to cap the cost for patients who need the drug but cannot afford it.
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Men who eat more fruits and vegetables are more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer. This finding from a large Los Angeles study to be published next month in the journal Cancer Causes Control suggests that well-nourished, health-conscious men are more likely to take PSA tests for early detection of this cancer. At the same time, diet did not protect them from developing this cancer nor did it affect the cancer grade.
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