Immune cells fighting tumors from within, research finds
TOKYO—Lurking deep inside some tumors are “factories” full of immune cells that help the body fight a rearguard action against cancer and are key to helping some patients recover, new research has...
View ArticleA new milestone for using Crispr gene-editing against cancer
United States scientists have succeeded in genetically editing the immune systems of three cancer patients using Crispr, without creating any side effects, a first for the tool which is...
View Article10 or more sexual partners across a lifetime linked to increased cancer...
Having ten or more sexual partners in a lifetime appears to be linked to a higher incidence of being diagnosed with cancer. The post 10 or more sexual partners across a lifetime linked to increased...
View ArticleInfertile cancer patient has baby using frozen lab-matured egg — study
A woman rendered infertile by cancer treatment gave birth after one of her immature eggs was matured, frozen, then thawed and fertilized. The post Infertile cancer patient has baby using frozen...
View ArticleDaytime sleepiness in older adults could point to a higher risk of diabetes...
New U.S. research has found that seniors who feel excessively sleepy during the day may be at a higher risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, cancer and high blood pressure. Carried out by...
View ArticleEating an egg a day does not increase cardiovascular disease risk, says new...
Research has found that despite previous concerns, eating an egg a day is not linked with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. The post Eating an egg a day does not increase cardiovascular disease...
View ArticleWatching Disney movies may improve well-being of cancer patients—study
Cancer patients were exposed to Disney movies “felt less tense and worried less” based on responses to questions about emotional functioning. The post Watching Disney movies may improve well-being of...
View ArticleStudy: Cancer patients twice as likely to die from COVID-19
WASHINGTON — People with cancer are more than twice as likely to die from COVID-19 than those without it, a large study published Thursday found. The data on more than 900 patients in the US, Canada,...
View ArticleIs there an optimum time to eat dinner?
Eating later may be linked with obesity and metabolic syndrome, which is a collection of conditions, including a higher waist circumference. The post Is there an optimum time to eat dinner? appeared...
View Article‘Gnarly’ tumor shows dinosaurs got cancer, too
WASHINGTON– When scientists first unearthed fossils of a horned dinosaur called Centrosaurus in the badlands of Dinosaur Provincial Park in Canada’s Alberta province in 1989, they spotted a badly...
View ArticleMedtech on a leash: The many diseases dogs can detect
Dogs not only make great pets, but also have a remarkable sense of smell that can be used to detect a wide range of diseases. The post Medtech on a leash: The many diseases dogs can detect appeared...
View ArticleAustralia scientists develop ‘world first’ melanoma blood test
Australian researchers said Wednesday they have developed a blood test for melanoma in its early stages, calling it a "world first" breakthrough that could save many lives.The scientists, from Edith...
View ArticleImmunotherapy scores a first win against some breast cancers
For the first time, one of the new immunotherapy drugs has shown promise against breast cancer in a large study that combined it with chemotherapy to treat an aggressive form of the disease. But the...
View ArticleSkin cancer deaths rates soar, mostly for men – study
Skin cancer deaths among men have soared in wealthy nations since 1985, with mortality rates among women rising more slowly or even declining, researchers told a medical conference in Glasgow Sunday....
View ArticleMajority of shop receipts contain hormone disruptor BPA, says new study
BPA, a known endocrine disruptor, can change an individual's hormonal balance and has been linked with infertility, obesity and cancer. The post Majority of shop receipts contain hormone disruptor...
View ArticleFountain of youth? Study finds new anti-aging compound in plant
TOKYO, Japan – In Japan, the slightly bitter leaves of the Ashitaba plant have long been considered healthy, and a new study has found the traditional belief may have good scientific grounds. A...
View ArticleTasmanian devils prove quick adaptors in bid for survival
A contagious cancer is threatening Tasmanian devils with extinction, but these unique carnivores are adapting at breakneck speed. The post Tasmanian devils prove quick adaptors in bid for survival...
View ArticlePhysical activity could reduce risk of lung and colorectal cancers, says study
According to new research, adults who stay in good physical shape have a lower risk of being diagnosed with colorectal or lung cancer. The post Physical activity could reduce risk of lung and...
View ArticleNew breast cancer drug found to boost survival rates by 30%
A new form of drug drastically improves survival rates of pre-menopausal women with the most common type of breast cancer, researchers said. The post New breast cancer drug found to boost survival...
View ArticleWhere men store fat could affect their risk of aggressive prostate cancer
New research has found that how a man's body fat is distributed could affect his risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer. The post Where men store fat could affect their risk of aggressive...
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