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 Volume 6, Issue 11 - November 29, 2007
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The lava fields of Kona can't stop an inspirational athlete |
| Sure, 140 miles of swimming, cycling and running are tough. But to Mark Buntz, they can't compare to the pain of losing his friend to cancer. Buntz recently completed an Ironman triathlon to honor his friend and raise money for lymphoma research. |
| More than 67,000 people will be diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2007 in the United States, nearly three-quarters of them men, according to the American Cancer Society. Scientists know that certain steps can reduce risk, though. Smoking is the biggest risk factor for bladder cancer, so quitting can help. So can reducing exposure to chemicals such as dyes and paints. One final step may be the easiest of all: drinking more water, which may flush out cancer-causing toxins. |
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Scientists are beginning to make links between sleep and cancer. Some evidence suggests healthy rest cycles influence important hormone levels. How much sleep do you get a night?
- Less than 6 hours
- Between 6 and 7 hours
- Between 7 and 8 hours
- More than 8 hours
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