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November 21, 2025Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., claiming more lives than breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers combined. One of the most surprising trends we’re seeing ...
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September 28, 2017Prostate cancer can be challenging to detect. Our screening and diagnostic tools—prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing and transrectal ultrasound-guided (TRUS) prostate biopsy—aren’t perfect. And it...
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September 26, 2017By MedStar Team
Talcum powder has long been a baby care and personal hygiene essential, showing up in everything from cosmetics to soaps to antiperspirants. It’s best known as an ingredient in baby powder, which has ...
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September 19, 2017Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with one in seven men in the United States projected to get the disease in their lifetime. And the District of Columbia has the second highest prostat...
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August 04, 2017
By MedStar Health Research Institute
Don’t miss your chance to connect with other MHRI and MedStar associates by participating in one of these upcoming events to support the health of our communities. Race to Beat Cancer 2016 Race to Bea...
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July 11, 2017David didn’t miss a beat of his active life during treatment for his prostate cancer. CyberKnife therapy provides targeted treatment in as few as five sessions, with fewer side effects. -
July 11, 2017A multigenerational gift made by the family of the late Betty Lou Ourisman will honor her and benefit the Breast Health Center named after her.
