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A new route to blocking children's bone cancer

A new route to blocking children's bone cancer

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceThe lungs of an untreated mouse with Ewing sarcoma (left) contain numerous tumor cells (shown by luminescent colors) that have spread from the bone; the lungs of a

A new route to blocking children's bone cancer

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceThe lungs of an untreated mouse with Ewing sarcoma (left) contain numerous tumor cells (shown by luminescent colors) that have spread from the bone; the lungs of a
'Most horrible' brain tumor patients falling through healthcare cracks, study shows

'Most horrible' brain tumor patients falling through healthcare cracks, study shows

by University of EssexCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPatients suffering from the "most horrible" rare brain tumor are falling through the cracks of mental health provision, Universit

'Most horrible' brain tumor patients falling through healthcare cracks, study shows

by University of EssexCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPatients suffering from the "most horrible" rare brain tumor are falling through the cracks of mental health provision, Universit
Money ills add to cancer struggle

Money ills add to cancer struggle

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: CC0 Public DomainOne in five cancer patients could be experiencing financial difficulties because of their care needs, according to new research publish

Money ills add to cancer struggle

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: CC0 Public DomainOne in five cancer patients could be experiencing financial difficulties because of their care needs, according to new research publish
Does weight loss surgery affect colorectal cancer risk?

Does weight loss surgery affect colorectal cancer risk?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainAlthough colorectal cancer is associated with obesity, it is unclear if weight loss surgery impacts the incidence of these tumors. Results from a new study publis

Does weight loss surgery affect colorectal cancer risk?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainAlthough colorectal cancer is associated with obesity, it is unclear if weight loss surgery impacts the incidence of these tumors. Results from a new study publis
AAD releases new guidelines for the tx of cutaneous melanoma

AAD releases new guidelines for the tx of cutaneous melanoma

(HealthDay)—New guidelines have been released for the treatment of primary cutaneous melanoma, according to a report from the American Academy of Dermatology published online Nov. 1 in theJourna

AAD releases new guidelines for the tx of cutaneous melanoma

(HealthDay)—New guidelines have been released for the treatment of primary cutaneous melanoma, according to a report from the American Academy of Dermatology published online Nov. 1 in theJourna
Head and neck cancer organoids as a step towards personalized treatments

Head and neck cancer organoids as a step towards personalized treatments

byHubrecht InstituteHNC organoids from the biobank. Credit: Organoid group, copyright Hubrecht Institute.Head and neck cancer (HNC) is an overarching term used for several types of cancer, inclu

Head and neck cancer organoids as a step towards personalized treatments

byHubrecht InstituteHNC organoids from the biobank. Credit: Organoid group, copyright Hubrecht Institute.Head and neck cancer (HNC) is an overarching term used for several types of cancer, inclu
Clinicians, practices and patients all have a part to play in dealing with risks of remote GP consultations

Clinicians, practices and patients all have a part to play in dealing with risks of remote GP consultations

by University of OxfordCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile most remote GP consultations are safe, the "Remote by Default" study finds that GP consultations conducted remotely carry

Clinicians, practices and patients all have a part to play in dealing with risks of remote GP consultations

by University of OxfordCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile most remote GP consultations are safe, the "Remote by Default" study finds that GP consultations conducted remotely carry
Gradual increase in daily activity, psychological therapy can improve mental health for cancer patients and survivors

Gradual increase in daily activity, psychological therapy can improve mental health for cancer patients and survivors

by European Organisation for Research and Treatment of CancerMs. Astrid Lahousse. Credit: Ms. Astrid LahousseCancer patients and survivors have better mental and physical health and quality of life if

Gradual increase in daily activity, psychological therapy can improve mental health for cancer patients and survivors

by European Organisation for Research and Treatment of CancerMs. Astrid Lahousse. Credit: Ms. Astrid LahousseCancer patients and survivors have better mental and physical health and quality of life if
Sharp pain in your feet? Researchers test promising therapy for cancer patients' neuropathy

Sharp pain in your feet? Researchers test promising therapy for cancer patients' neuropathy

by Leslie Orr,University of Rochester Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA wearable, app-controlled wireless device that stimulates nerves in the legs and feet may help individuals

Sharp pain in your feet? Researchers test promising therapy for cancer patients' neuropathy

by Leslie Orr,University of Rochester Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA wearable, app-controlled wireless device that stimulates nerves in the legs and feet may help individuals
Study hints at new target to improve immune therapy in triple-negative breast cancer

Study hints at new target to improve immune therapy in triple-negative breast cancer

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusHeide Ford, PhD, and University of Colorado Cancer Center colleagues show that Eya3 may regulate immune response to triple-negative breast cancer, potentially improvi

Study hints at new target to improve immune therapy in triple-negative breast cancer

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusHeide Ford, PhD, and University of Colorado Cancer Center colleagues show that Eya3 may regulate immune response to triple-negative breast cancer, potentially improvi
Study confirms protein as potential cause of most common type of pancreatic cancer

Study confirms protein as potential cause of most common type of pancreatic cancer

by University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterAxial CT image with i.v. contrast. Macrocystic adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head. Credit: public domainResearchers at The University of Texa

Study confirms protein as potential cause of most common type of pancreatic cancer

by University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterAxial CT image with i.v. contrast. Macrocystic adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head. Credit: public domainResearchers at The University of Texa
Chemo toxicity: A common gene test could save hundreds of lives each year

Chemo toxicity: A common gene test could save hundreds of lives each year

by Arthur Allen, KFF Health NewsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainOne January morning in 2021, Carol Rosen took a standard treatment for metastatic breast cancer. Three gruesome weeks later, she died

Chemo toxicity: A common gene test could save hundreds of lives each year

by Arthur Allen, KFF Health NewsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainOne January morning in 2021, Carol Rosen took a standard treatment for metastatic breast cancer. Three gruesome weeks later, she died