treatable
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We found that expansion states saw more early-stage cancer diagnoses, meaning tumors were more likely to be caught while still treatable.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026
Researchers believe age-related changes in the womb lining may be the cause and could be treatable in the future.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
People in Mongbwalu are used to outbreaks of tuberculosis and malaria, the initial symptoms of which are similar to those of Ebola, but both of which are much more treatable.
From Slate ● Jun. 9, 2026
By successfully targeting the specific genetic mutation that drives the vast majority of pancreatic cancers, researchers have demonstrated that this “undruggable” disease is treatable with targeted therapy.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 4, 2026
That wasn’t the only issue, but every problem Mira had was treatable.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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