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• Study Sees Link Between Vitamin D, Breast Cancer Prognosis
  A new study suggests breast cancer patients might fare worse if they don't have enough vitamin D in their blood. However, experts caution against going overboard with supplements.
  
  
• Worsening Health Trends Among Least Educated
  A new study finds a widening gap in mortality rates between the most and least educated Americans.
  
  
• Faster Tumor Growth Rate Proof Younger Women Need Yearly Mammograms
  Norwegian researchers found breast cancer tumors grow faster in younger women, evidence that supports ACS screening guidelines.
  
  
• Study Better Defines Risks of Smoking, Benefits of Quitting for Women
  A new study examines the long-term effects of smoking on women's health.
  
  
• Is Aspirin Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk?
  A new study suggests aspirin use might reduce breast cancer risk, but experts caution that the evidence is still shaky.