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Dr Ann Robinson on eccessive sweating, possible gallstones and hereditary cancer.

Obesity link to sex hormones ‘can double breast cancer risk’

A study has found that older women who are overweight may be more likely to get breast cancer.

Burnt offerings

Soaking up the sun's rays can put you at risk of skin cancer, but the latest research suggests that too little sun may be just as harmful, says Dr John Briffa.

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Dr Ann Robinson on testicular cysts, thyroids and cramping calves.

Cervical cancer linked to use of contraceptive pill

Many women who are on the contraceptive pill for more than five years could triple or quadruple their risk of developing cervical cancer, according to researchers.