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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Understanding Biliary Tract Cancer Treatments and Survival Rates

Biliary tract cancer (BTC) is a rare and often deadly disease that's usually found at an advanced stage. The standard first-line treatment is a combination of gemcitabine and cisplatin. However, there's no clear global standard for second-line treatments after chemotherapy. New therapies targeting s

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Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

Genetic Links Between Biliary Tract Inflammation and Cancer Uncovered

Did you know that inflammation in your bile ducts can sometimes look a lot like cancer? This can make it tough for doctors to manage the real deal—biliary tract cancer (BTC). But what if we told you that there's a genetic connection between these two? Scientists have been trying to figure out the mo

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Nov 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan: Is Love Really Over?

So, is it finally over between Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan? Fans have been following their on-again, off-again relationship, and it seems like this time, the split might be for real. In a recent interview with Housewives Nightcap, Larsa set the record straight, saying they're great, but just not

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Nov 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Brianna LaPaglia: Putting Career First After Breakup

Brianna LaPaglia, who goes by "Chickenfry" online, has made a deliberate choice after her split with musician Zach Bryan. Instead of diving into another relationship, she's decided to put her career at the forefront. This new focus was clear at the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix. It's not that LaPag

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Nov 29 2024BUSINESS

Black Friday Deals: Top Picks for Your Thanksgiving Shopping Spree

Imagine traveling back in time and suddenly finding yourself in a world of flashing lights and endless goods. Welcome to Black Friday! This peculiar shopping holiday has people lining up for unbelievable deals. Let's explore the best bargains you can snatch on Thanksgiving. Starting with gaming, Bl

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Hand Eczema in Italy: What Dermatologists Really Do

Chronic hand eczema, or CHE, is a tricky skin issue. It's got various causes, looks different on each person, and has no one-size-fits-all treatment. Plus, it can really mess with your life, affecting your mood, ability to work, and overall health. This study looked into how Italian dermatologists h

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Food and Safety: How Neighborhood Violence Affects Food Access in Porto Alegre

Imagine living in a city where half of the people struggle to get enough food. Now, add to that the constant fear of violence in your neighborhood. Sounds scary, right? Well, that's the reality for many adults and older adults living in a health district of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul. A recent

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Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Exploring the Potential of Brazil’s Wild Mushrooms

Did you know Brazil is home to more than 80 species of wild mushrooms that can be delicious and even medicinal? Scientists decided to explore two of these species, Auricularia fuscosuccinea and Laetiporus gilbertsonii, to see if they could be grown in a lab and turn into a yummy, nutritious food sou

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Shortening the AMEDA Test: Still Reliable, Less Exhausting

You know how some tests can be super long and boring? That's where the Active Movement Extent Discrimination Assessment (AMEDA) comes in. This test checks how well your legs sense movements and touch, which is called proprioception. Researchers wanted to make this test faster to help people stay foc

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Teens and Alcohol: A Different Approach in Australia

Australian communities are tackling teen alcohol use in a new way, inspired by a program from the USA called Communities That Care (CTC). This program focuses on making it tougher for teens to access alcohol and changing their habits. The Australian trial has seen some promising results, such as few

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