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Combo ‘Polypill’ May Cut Heart Attack, Stroke Risk Up to 40%

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It would be easier for patients, who wouldn’t have to juggle fistfuls of daily medications, and for doctors who’d only have to write one prescription. It may require either health insurance companies or governments or charitable organizations to develop polypills.”

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Colon Cancer Screening Should Start at Age 45: Task Force

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Under the Affordable Care Act, health insurance companies are required to cover the full cost of any screening test recommended by the U.S. Computer models suggest that about 25 colon cancer deaths are prevented for every 1,000 Americans between 50 and 75 who are screened, Barry said. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).