CANCER

Feb 12 2025SCIENCE

Breast Cancer Cells' Metabolic Makeover: A New Twist

Ever wondered how the body tries to rein in rogue cells? Breast cancer cells have a tough time getting out of control when hanging around healthy mammary cells. This is because of something called mitochondrial transfer. So, imagine if you will breast cancer cells getting a new lease on lif

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Lifting the Lid on Hidden Tumours: Tech and Cancer Research

'Breast cancer research is always working to improve. Researchers have come up with a cutting edge system. Simulations using polarized Monte Carlo methods enhance the clarity of tissue structures. ' 'Experiments run aimed at detecting tumours at the edges where you'd guess thick slices of the tissu

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Walking Away from Cancer

The APPROACH pilot study looked at how well people with cancer could use a smartphone app and extra support to get more exercise. They used a simple app called NHS Active 10, which helped them track their steps and encouraged them to walk faster. On top of that, participants got calls and helpful pr

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

The Future of Medical Imaging: Making Magic with Mn-52

Imagine a special type of metal, Mn-52, that makes it easier to see details inside the body while scanning cancers. With a half-life of 5. 6 days, Mn-52 can stay active for a while, making it great for imaging. Separating Mn-52 safely is tricky, though. Researchers have found a way to use a particl

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Fighting Cancer Better by Fighting Smarter

Cancer treatment has changed a lot with immunotherapy. But herein lies the problem. Some patients do not respond well to treatment. This is on top of having to deal with serious side effects caused by the immune system going into overdrive. Scientists have found a novel way to tackle this

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

What's the Buzz: Cancer Immunotherapy Through Social Media Eyes

The internet has long become a hot spot for people to voice their thoughts, experiences, and questions about cancer immunotherapy. Doctors and researchers might have a clear understanding of this cancer treatment, but what about everyone else? With the rise of immunotherapy in the medical field, it'

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Spotlight on Gut Bugs: Fighting Colon Cancer through Microbiome Librarianship

Microbe detectives dilemmas Colon cancer, unfortunately , affects so many globally. The gut microbiome plays a suspiciously important part in as there is an entire universe living in our guts. Let's learn then about how this microscopic world makes you cancer-rate. So each microbe inhabits a librar

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Spotting Lung Cancer Early: What You Need to Know

Imagine this: a simple test could save your life. That is the promise of lung cancer screening. But who should get this test and how often? These questions can be tough to answer. Luckily, there's a group of experts who spend a lot of time thinking about this. This group of medical experts

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Cigarette Smoke and Saliva Enzyme: The Facts You Need to Know

Let's dive into the surprising link between smoking and an important enzyme found in our spit called alpha-amylase. This enzyme has a big job: it kicks off the process of breaking down food in your mouth. But here's where it gets interesting. The amount of this enzyme in your saliva can change based

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and the Mystery of Slow-Healing Mouth Sores

Imagine a 70-year-old person with a strange mouth sore. But it isn't just any sore. It's caused by a virus that usually lies dormant in the body. This virus, Epstein-Barr, is known for causing mononucleosis. However, in older adults its behavior can change. In some cases, it can cause a rare conditi

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