Olivia Munn, a well-known actress, has recently opened up about a lesser-known condition called trichotillomania. This condition causes people to pull out their hair from different parts of their body. She talked about her experience on the "Armchair Expert" podcast, describing the strange sensation
In Houston, Texas, Lynce Lucas is a symbol of resilience and hope. She was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017, a type of blood cancer that affects Black Americans more than any other group. Lynce's journey began with a sudden loss of mobility, a stark reminder of the disease's impact on her bod
Breast cancer is a serious issue that affects people all over the world. Many experts suggest making lifestyle changes to help prevent or manage it. These suggestions usually include maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, eating nutritious foods, and drinking less alcohol. These are all
Doctors are getting a hand from technology to spot skin cancer. There's a tool called optical coherence tomography (OCT) that's pretty handy, but not everyone knows how to use it right. That's where cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis steps in. It's like a scorecard that tracks how well doctors are doin
PCSK9, a protein known for its role in managing cholesterol, is now under the spotlight for its potential influence on cancer outcomes. Recent research has dug into how PCSK9 behaves in different types of cancer, revealing a complex picture. In some cancers, like breast and ovarian, higher levels of
Recent findings from a major cancer conference have shed light on some surprising factors that can influence cancer survival rates. One of the most intriguing discoveries is the impact of lifestyle choices on a patient's prognosis. It turns out that what you do in your daily life can significantly a
In Taiwan, esophageal cancer is a serious health issue. It's tough to treat and often has poor outcomes. Scientists are now looking into how certain chemicals in our environment might play a role in causing this disease. One group of chemicals, called organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs), has ca
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is known for being hard to treat. It grows fast and doesn't respond well to most treatments. But there's a new treatment called sacituzumab govitecan (SG) that's giving hope to patients. In a big study called ASCENT, SG was compared to standard chemotherapy. The
Prostate cancer comes in different forms, and two of the most common are ductal and acinar adenocarcinoma. Doctors often use robotic surgery to treat these cancers. A recent study looked at how patients with these two types fared after this surgery. The study found that ductal adenocarcinoma is oft
Researchers have found a way to spot cancer early, before symptoms show up. They looked at blood samples from a big study on heart health. The study was about heart attacks and strokes, but scientists found something unexpected. They saw cancer clues in the blood years before people were diagnosed.
