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Researchers developing test for early breast lesions

Researchers developing test for early breast lesions

by Angela Koenig,University of Cincinnati Academic Health CenterWeber's research has made key contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms of metastasis. Credit: University of Cin

Researchers developing test for early breast lesions

by Angela Koenig,University of Cincinnati Academic Health CenterWeber's research has made key contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms of metastasis. Credit: University of Cin
Finding and targeting a tumor's sweet spot to eradicate aggressive form of leukemia

Finding and targeting a tumor's sweet spot to eradicate aggressive form of leukemia

byUniversity of BirminghamCredit:Cell Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.celrep.2023.113568A highly aggressive common form of leukemia which is activated by mutations in signaling molecul

Finding and targeting a tumor's sweet spot to eradicate aggressive form of leukemia

byUniversity of BirminghamCredit:Cell Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.celrep.2023.113568A highly aggressive common form of leukemia which is activated by mutations in signaling molecul
Sugar modifications the key to unlocking ovarian cancer secrets

Sugar modifications the key to unlocking ovarian cancer secrets

byGriffith UniversityOvarian cancer research. Credit: Griffith UniversityThe ability to identify unique sugars that decorate ovarian cancer cells could help prevent the spread of cancer and impr

Sugar modifications the key to unlocking ovarian cancer secrets

byGriffith UniversityOvarian cancer research. Credit: Griffith UniversityThe ability to identify unique sugars that decorate ovarian cancer cells could help prevent the spread of cancer and impr
Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit:Journal of the American College of Cardiology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2023.10.041Co-prescribing potency drugs such as Viagra and organic nitrates for

Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit:Journal of the American College of Cardiology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2023.10.041Co-prescribing potency drugs such as Viagra and organic nitrates for
Microproteins exclusively produced in liver tumors could lead to cancer vaccines

Microproteins exclusively produced in liver tumors could lead to cancer vaccines

by IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study led by the Hospital del Mar Research Institute, with Cima University of Navarra and Pompeu Fabra Universit

Microproteins exclusively produced in liver tumors could lead to cancer vaccines

by IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study led by the Hospital del Mar Research Institute, with Cima University of Navarra and Pompeu Fabra Universit
Travel time for breast cancer screening remains long for many women in the US, new study shows

Travel time for breast cancer screening remains long for many women in the US, new study shows

by American Cancer SocietyA new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society shows travel time to the nearest mammography facility is long for a considerable proportion of women in the

Travel time for breast cancer screening remains long for many women in the US, new study shows

by American Cancer SocietyA new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society shows travel time to the nearest mammography facility is long for a considerable proportion of women in the
Study calculates contribution of risk factors to cancer in the US

Study calculates contribution of risk factors to cancer in the US

by American Cancer SocietyPopulation attributable fraction of cancer deaths by risk factor; men, women, and combined. Credit: American Cancer SocietyA new American Cancer Society study calculates

Study calculates contribution of risk factors to cancer in the US

by American Cancer SocietyPopulation attributable fraction of cancer deaths by risk factor; men, women, and combined. Credit: American Cancer SocietyA new American Cancer Society study calculates
Cryoablation found highly effective for breast cancer patients with large tumors

Cryoablation found highly effective for breast cancer patients with large tumors

by The Reis GroupMammograms showing a normal breast (left) and a breast with cancer (right). Credit: Public DomainA minimally invasive technique that uses ice to freeze and destroy small, cancerous tu

Cryoablation found highly effective for breast cancer patients with large tumors

by The Reis GroupMammograms showing a normal breast (left) and a breast with cancer (right). Credit: Public DomainA minimally invasive technique that uses ice to freeze and destroy small, cancerous tu
Uptake of HIV prevention medication doubles with mix of digital health interventions, study finds

Uptake of HIV prevention medication doubles with mix of digital health interventions, study finds

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCLA Health-led study found a combination of interventions of one-on-one telehealth coaching, peer support forums, and a

Uptake of HIV prevention medication doubles with mix of digital health interventions, study finds

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCLA Health-led study found a combination of interventions of one-on-one telehealth coaching, peer support forums, and a
High-dose IV vitamin C plus chemotherapy found to double survival time in advanced pancreatic cancer

High-dose IV vitamin C plus chemotherapy found to double survival time in advanced pancreatic cancer

by Jennifer Brown,University of IowaGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2024.103375Results from a randomized, phase 2 clinical trial show that adding

High-dose IV vitamin C plus chemotherapy found to double survival time in advanced pancreatic cancer

by Jennifer Brown,University of IowaGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2024.103375Results from a randomized, phase 2 clinical trial show that adding
Experimental blood test improves early detection of pancreatic cancer

Experimental blood test improves early detection of pancreatic cancer

byVan Andel Research InstitutePancreatic tissue with the biomarker CA199.STRA in yellow. Credit: Haab Lab, Van Andel InstituteAn experimental blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer mor

Experimental blood test improves early detection of pancreatic cancer

byVan Andel Research InstitutePancreatic tissue with the biomarker CA199.STRA in yellow. Credit: Haab Lab, Van Andel InstituteAn experimental blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer mor
Time of day matters when it comes to cancer diagnosis and treatment, says metastasis study

Time of day matters when it comes to cancer diagnosis and treatment, says metastasis study

byCell PressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainYour circadian rhythm doesn't just govern your sleeping schedule; it can also impact cancer development, diagnosis, and treatment. In a review p

Time of day matters when it comes to cancer diagnosis and treatment, says metastasis study

byCell PressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainYour circadian rhythm doesn't just govern your sleeping schedule; it can also impact cancer development, diagnosis, and treatment. In a review p