Cancer rates are changing in the US. Women under 50 are now 82% more likely to get cancer than men, according to a new report. This shift is partly due to increases in breast and thyroid cancers, which affect women more. Young men, on the other hand, are seeing fewer diagnoses for cancers like melan
You know, cancer has been the top cause of death for folks under 85 for quite some time now. But here's something interesting: a new report says that certain cancers are becoming more common among women and younger adults in the US. This is a big deal because, historically, men were at a higher risk
Imagine this: a young, healthy woman who takes care of herself gets a shocking diagnosis. Siobhan Donovan, 33, had just finished a smooth pregnancy with her third child. She was active, ate well, and didn’t smoke. Then she found some swelling in her breast. It turned out to be metastatic breast canc
Colorectal cancer is a worldwide problem, but can screening really help and is it worth the cost? Researchers decided to find out by reviewing lots of studies about the benefits and costs of different screening methods in countries with varying income levels. They wanted to see if screening strategi
Tiny, porous iron oxide spheres known as Fe3O4-vMSN (Fe3O4-viral-like Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles) are being used in a new way to fight liver cancer. These microscopic particles act as carriers for a powerful drug called Lenvatinib, which is typically taken orally. Lenvatinib works by stopping c
Ever wondered how countries around the globe are tackling oral and oropharyngeal cancer? A recent look into national and subnational plans from all World Health Organization Member States gives us some insights. As of March 2023, out of 194 countries, only a few had specific subnational plans, resul
Imagine a tiny, smart bomb designed to wipe out cancer cells and wake up the body’s immune system to fight back. This is the idea behind a new nanogel drug delivery system, DPCLG. It’s like a sneaky military operation, targeting two types of cells in the tumor’s neighborhood: cancer cells and immune
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finally decided to say goodbye to Red No. 3, a synthetic dye used in many foods and drinks. This dye, which gives foods a bright red color, has been linked to cancer in animals. It's been used in thousands of products like candy, cereals, and even strawberr
Princess Kate of Wales has shared some positive news. She's in remission from cancer! In a heartwarming message on social media, she thanked everyone who supported her and her husband, Prince William. "We couldn't have asked for more, " she wrote. "The care and advice we received were truly exceptio
Ever wondered how that daily glass of wine affects your health? Well, a recent review by a scientific panel has some interesting insights. For both men and women, even just one alcoholic drink a day can raise the risk of liver cirrhosis, esophageal cancer, and oral cancer. Women especially need to w
