A new approach to explain cancer survivors' risk of cardiovascular disease
February 18, 2026
February 18, 2026
KUOPIO, Finland, Feb. 18 -- The University of Eastern Finland posted the following news:
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A new approach to explain cancer survivors' risk of cardiovascular disease
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While modern cancer treatments have reduced cancer deaths, they often have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system. "Among breast cancer survivors, cardiovascular disease is actually the number one cause of death now," says Professor Andreas Beyer.
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A new approach to explain cancer survivors' risk of cardiovascular disease
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While modern cancer treatments have reduced cancer deaths, they often have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system. "Among breast cancer survivors, cardiovascular disease is actually the number one cause of death now," says Professor Andreas Beyer.
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