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Popular Diabetes Rx May Not Cut Bladder Cancer Risk

Widely given to patients with type 2 diabetes, metformin has been linked to reducing the risk for many types of cancers. The medication, however, may not be effective against one certain cancer.

Diabetes Medications May Impact Cancer Risks

People with type 2 diabetes have higher cancer risks than the general population. The link may have to do with how diabetes affects the metabolism. Diabetes medications may also figure into the equation.

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