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Cancerous Tumors are Parasitic Organisms, Says New Study

Parasites are living species detrimental to the existence of its host organism, which while depending on the host for survival, also function independently without paying heed to the host's bodily commands. In a metaphorical level, it definitely makes sense to compare cancerous tumors to parasites. But according to a recent study published by the University of California, Berkeley, "the generation of cancer is just another form of speciation, the evolution of new species."
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Hot Dogs, Other Processed Meat Increase Cancer Risk

Studies show a strong link between different types of cancer and processed meats. Eating 50-grams of processed meat, or one hot dog a day, could give you a 21% risk of colorectal cancer, according to studies at the American Institute of Cancer Research.
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Tall Women More Prone to Cancer?

If you are short, you might envy a tall person but a study published in the Lancet Oncology shows that tall people are more prone to cancers.
A huge billboard near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway warns consuming hot dogs could damage health.

Wreck Your Health: A Hot Dog A Day As Bad As Cigarettes

The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), a health group that promotes preventive medicine and conducts clinical research, released a provocative warning message through a huge billboard near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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No aliens, no superheroes, just "Life in a Day"

It isn't among the most-hyped movies in theaters and won't win the battle of the weekend box office, but "Life in a Day" may just be the most unusual film playing in theaters this weekend.
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Joe Pesci sues Gotti producers

Actor Joe Pesci has sued the makers of a movie about crime boss John Gotti and his son, accusing producers of reneging on a contract after he gained 30 pounds to play the notorious crime boss' right-hand man.
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Joe Pesci accuses Gotti producers of yanking role

Actor Joe Pesci has sued the makers of a movie about crime boss John Gotti? and his son, accusing producers of reneging on a contract after he gained 30 pounds to play the notorious crime boss' right-hand man.
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Eat More Fiber = Less Breast Cancer

Researchers found those who ate the most of the healthy plant components were 11 percent less likely to develop breast cancer than women who ate the least. Their findings don't prove fiber itself lowers cancer risk, however, because women who consume a lot of it might be healthier overall than those who don't.

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