COLON CANCER

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Cancer Care in Upper Franconia: How Well Are We Doing?

Cancer is a significant health issue in Germany, coming in second as the most common cause of death. To ensure high-quality treatment, experts recommend seeking care in certified cancer centers. In this study, researchers aimed to find out how many people with primary tumors in Upper Franconia could

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Genetics vs. Lifestyle: Who Wins in Fighting Colon Cancer?

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC), is a tricky enemy. It's not just about the genes you inherit; your daily habits play a big part too. Scientists have been puzzle-solving this mystery: can a healthy lifestyle cancel out your genes' bad influence? In a recent study, researchers di

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Colorectal Cancer: A Tale of Two Nations

Colon cancer is a big deal in both China and the United States. But how do these two countries compare when it comes to who gets it, where it hits, and how well people survive? Let's dive in. Over a decade, from 2006 to 2019, the US saw more new cases of colon cancer than China. In China, the cance

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

The Role of FoxP1 in Muscle Wasting During Cancer

Cancer cachexia is a common issue, affecting up to 80% of cancer patients. It reduces their quality of life and survival rates. Previously, it was shown that the transcriptional repressor Forkhead box P1 (FoxP1) is increased in the skeletal muscle of both cachectic mice and humans with cancer. When

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Young Adults Face Later-Stage Colon Cancer

Colon cancer in young adults is a growing concern. Researchers noticed that these cases are often diagnosed at later stages and are more aggressive. Obesity, family history, inflammatory bowel disease, and symptoms like stomach pain and rectal bleeding seem to be linked. A study looked at nearly 319

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Cancer's Financial Burden: How Early Detection Can Help

Cancer is tough on everyone – patients, their loved ones, and even employers. It takes a toll on health, emotions, and wallets. A recent study showed that half of cancer patients struggle with medical debt, some owing over $5, 000 for a year or more. Many people empty their savings just two years po

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Sep 20 2024HEALTH

The Unspoken Risk: How Our Love for Booze Could Be Behind the Rise in Cancer Cases

Cancer cases have been on the rise, particularly among younger people, and experts believe that excessive alcohol consumption could be a contributing factor. A recent report by the American Association for Cancer Research highlighted the need for awareness and warned that even moderate drinkers are

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Sep 20 2024HEALTH

Cancer: A Double-Edged Sword

Cancer has been a persistent public health challenge for decades. While significant scientific advances have led to a decline in cancer mortality rates, the disease remains a leading cause of death. According to a recent report, the cancer death rate dropped by 33 percent between 1991 and 2021, larg

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