Questioning a Radiation Technique: Accelerated partial-breast irradiation a treatment used following a lumpectomy for early-stage breast cancer is under scrutiny following two recent studies, the WSJ reports. The technique shortens treatment time and reduces total radiation exposure, but one study links it with a higher risk of mastectomy within five years, while another suggests only one-third of the women receiving the treatment were suitable candidates.

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When the shocking case of Baby P hit the headlines during 2008, it sparked national outrage. It also placed a sometimes scathing spotlight on the social work profession: 17-month-old Peter Connelly from Haringey, north London, was brutally abused and killed by his mother, her partner and another man, despite being known to social workers.

But while fingers of blame were pointed and officials lamented the tragic loss of life, one social worker, Chris Lee, was quietly reflecting on what the furore might mean in the broadest sense. T

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Beer drinkers rejoice: Your favorite brew may be healthier than you think.

For years, wine drinkers have indulged without guilt, reveling in the news that red wine can help protect against heart disease. Recent research shows that beer can also be good for what ails you, from reducing risk for broken bones to helping warding off diabetes and mental decline. It can even increase longevity, a large study suggests.

However, the key to tapping into beer’s benefits is moderation, meaning just one 12-ounce beer per day for women and two for men. Heavy drinking ups the threat of liver damage, some cancers, and heart problems. B

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Jason Shankey, expert in Male Gromming, launched a unique range of hair and skincare products this year, and is now going one step further by promising men a completely pain-free shave. The Limited Edition ‘Perfect Shave’ comprises Shankey’s three shaving products and his expert guide to shaving, all packaged together in a gorgeous, masculine box. Shankey, who is a regular contributor to magazines such as Men’s Health and FHM, and TV shows including 10 years younger, told us “97% of men suffer from pain, irritation and redness due to shaving, and my unique ‘Perfect Shave’ recipe utilises our three hero products which target men’s underlying shaving problems, facilitating a quick, painless and easy to follow daily routine”.

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