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Finding a breast lump through self-examination is a frightening experience. While 80% of lumps are harmless, you still need to make an appointment with your doctor for further evaluation test you may be among the 20% who have cancer or other abnormalities.

Evidence shows that you can reduce your risk of developing breast cancer by being physically active on a regular basis – This includes any activity done for 10 minutes or an activity that can make you breathe harder and get warmer.

Cancer occurs when there is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body. Gastro-intestinal (GI) cancers are cancers of the digestive system.

When women attain menopause, their ovaries stop producing hormone estrogen and results in menopausal symptoms like mood swings, hot flashes, fatigue etc. For some women, these symptoms may become troublesome. So, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is used to alleviate these symptoms.

People with diabetes are at high risk of several bone & joint disorders. Few factors like nerve damage or diabetic neuropathy, arterial disease & obesity could cause these problems.