Gerry Connolly, Democratic Congressman of Virginia, Dies at 75

Mr. Connolly had announced late last year that he was being treated for cancer of the esophagus.

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Immunotherapy Drug Spares Cancer Patients From Grisly Surgeries and Harsh Therapies

For a limited group of cancer patients who have solid tumors in the stomach, rectum, esophagus and other organs, an immunotherapy trial offered stunning results.

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Moderate Drinking Raises Cancer Risks While Offering Few Benefits

Even occasional heavy drinking offset a decline in stroke, according to an analysis intended to shape the upcoming U.S. Dietary Guidelines.

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How Much Alcohol Does it Take to Raise Your Cancer Risk?

The surgeon general cautioned the public on Friday that even light or moderate drinking is harmful.

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Evidence Against Drinking Has Grown. Will Federal Advice Change?

Officials in other countries are warning about the health hazards of alcohol in any amount. Americans are still told that moderate drinking is safe. What gives?

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