Osteoporosis Drugs May Be Linked to Cancer Risk

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Osteoporosis Drugs May Be Linked to Cancer Risk

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The long-term use of oral bisphosphonate osteoporosis drugs such as Actonel, Boniva, and Fosamax may be associated with a doubling in esophageal cancer risk, but the risk to individual users remains small, researchers say.

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Tags: Digestion, Cancer, Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis Medication, Drug, Actonel, Boniva

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