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Childhood cancer survivors at increased risk of severe health problems as adults
06-26-2007 · EurekAlert!A substantial proportion of childhood cancer survivors experience serious health problems as young adults, particularly those who received radiation treatment, according to a study in the June 27 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on chronic diseases of children.
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