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Alzheimer’s Disease: A Growing Threat That Kills More Than Breast and Prostate Cancer Combined

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, and eventually the inability to perform daily tasks. Affecting millions of people worldwide, it is becoming a critical public health issue. The disease disproportionately affects older adults, but it’s not just a problem for the elderly. Alzheimer’s is now killing more… Read More »

Pregnant woman battles breast cancer, undergoes chemo, double mastectomy

Over two years ago, Abigail Valletta, of North Carolina, discovered a lump in her breast while in the shower. Valletta, 32, was 14 weeks pregnant at the time and conducting a routine self-check exam while in the shower, according to WRAL. Her doctors reportedly believed the lump was due to pregnancy-related changes, but Valletta wanted more… Read More »