Placebo pill eases cancer-related fatigue in study

by Alan MozesPatients with advanced cancer often suffer crippling fatigue, but there has been little in the way of relief for them as they battle their disease.Now, a new investigation may have landed

Updated on: March 06,2024

Placebo pill eases cancer-related fatigue in study

by Alan MozesPatients with advanced cancer often suffer crippling fatigue, but there has been little in the way of relief for them as they battle their disease.Now, a new investigation may have landed

Updated on:March 06,2024

Study could explain link between high-cholesterol diet and colon cancer

by University of California, Los AngelesA pale-blue stain shows stem cells multiplying in a mouse's intestine. Credit: Tontonoz lab/UCLANew UCLA research could help explain the link between a

Updated on: June 28,2024

Study could explain link between high-cholesterol diet and colon cancer

by University of California, Los AngelesA pale-blue stain shows stem cells multiplying in a mouse's intestine. Credit: Tontonoz lab/UCLANew UCLA research could help explain the link between a

Updated on:June 28,2024

Research identifies a new drug candidate to starve and suffocate breast cancer cell stem growth

by University of SalfordMichael P. Lisanti. Credit: University of SalfordScientists have identified a new drug candidate that is able starve and suffocate cancer stem cells, paving the way for ne

Updated on: June 28,2024

Research identifies a new drug candidate to starve and suffocate breast cancer cell stem growth

by University of SalfordMichael P. Lisanti. Credit: University of SalfordScientists have identified a new drug candidate that is able starve and suffocate cancer stem cells, paving the way for ne

Updated on:June 28,2024

Shades of grey reveal breast tumours

by David Bradley,InderscienceMammograms showing a normal breast (left) and a breast with cancer (right). Credit: Public DomainBreast cancer is the second most common cancer in women. Mammography

Updated on: March 01,2024

Shades of grey reveal breast tumours

by David Bradley,InderscienceMammograms showing a normal breast (left) and a breast with cancer (right). Credit: Public DomainBreast cancer is the second most common cancer in women. Mammography

Updated on:March 01,2024

Two for the price of one: Mechanistic insights lead to drug repositioning

by University of TsukubaMolecular mechanism at a glance. SFN binds with SKP1 to sequester it in cytoplasm,resulting in the obstruction of SCFFBW7 598 complex formation. Oncoproteins including cyc

Updated on: May 23,2024

Two for the price of one: Mechanistic insights lead to drug repositioning

by University of TsukubaMolecular mechanism at a glance. SFN binds with SKP1 to sequester it in cytoplasm,resulting in the obstruction of SCFFBW7 598 complex formation. Oncoproteins including cyc

Updated on:May 23,2024

Immune system B-cells can help predict HER2-positive breast cancer treatment response

byUNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterThree-dimensional culture of human breast cancer cells, with DNA stained blue and a protein in the cell surface membrane stained green. Credit: NCI Ce

Updated on: January 02,2024

Immune system B-cells can help predict HER2-positive breast cancer treatment response

byUNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterThree-dimensional culture of human breast cancer cells, with DNA stained blue and a protein in the cell surface membrane stained green. Credit: NCI Ce

Updated on:January 02,2024

Study shows improved outcomes in hospitals accredited for rectal cancer surgery

byAmerican College of SurgeonsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHospitals accredited by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC) demonstrate

Updated on: March 30,2024

Study shows improved outcomes in hospitals accredited for rectal cancer surgery

byAmerican College of SurgeonsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHospitals accredited by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC) demonstrate

Updated on:March 30,2024

Clinical trial generates promising results for immunotherapy drug nivolumab in patients with advanced skin cancer

byWileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNumerous studies have shown that drugs called immune checkpoint inhibitors can boost the immune system's response against various cancers. Now a phase II clin

Updated on: January 02,2024

Clinical trial generates promising results for immunotherapy drug nivolumab in patients with advanced skin cancer

byWileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNumerous studies have shown that drugs called immune checkpoint inhibitors can boost the immune system's response against various cancers. Now a phase II clin

Updated on:January 02,2024

Study: Drugs reprogram genes in breast tumors to prevent endocrine resistance

by Sharita Forrest,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignTargeting estrogen receptor-positive breast tumors with the XPO1 antagonist selinexor and the tamoxifen byproduct 4-OHT simultaneousl

Updated on: May 27,2024

Study: Drugs reprogram genes in breast tumors to prevent endocrine resistance

by Sharita Forrest,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignTargeting estrogen receptor-positive breast tumors with the XPO1 antagonist selinexor and the tamoxifen byproduct 4-OHT simultaneousl

Updated on:May 27,2024

Researchers identify novel oncogenic function for receptor linked to Alzheimer's disease

by University of TurkuCredit: CC0 Public DomainCommon and rare SORLA single nucleotide polymorphisms have been associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease. So far, SORLA has been m

Updated on: March 12,2024

Researchers identify novel oncogenic function for receptor linked to Alzheimer's disease

by University of TurkuCredit: CC0 Public DomainCommon and rare SORLA single nucleotide polymorphisms have been associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease. So far, SORLA has been m

Updated on:March 12,2024

Study discovers triple immunotherapy combination as possible treatment for 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

Updated on: January 30,2024

Study discovers triple immunotherapy combination as possible treatment for 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

Updated on:January 30,2024

Study reveals proton beam therapy may shorten breast cancer treatment

by Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicIn a randomized trial, published inThe Lancet Oncology,Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers uncover evidence supporting a shorter treat

Updated on: January 30,2024

Study reveals proton beam therapy may shorten breast cancer treatment

by Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicIn a randomized trial, published inThe Lancet Oncology,Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers uncover evidence supporting a shorter treat

Updated on:January 30,2024