Prostate cancer treatment isn't always straightforward. After surgery, some patients might need additional treatment. This is because cancer cells can sometimes linger, leading to what doctors refer to as a biochemical recurrence. It's like trying to get rid of weeds in a garden, but some roots rema
Centromeres are like the glue that holds our chromosomes together. They make sure that when cells divide, the right pieces go to the right places. And at the heart of this process is a special protein called CENP-A. It's been around for a while, and scientists have been studying it for decades. CEN
In Sri Lanka, young women's understanding of breast cancer is a hot topic. A recent study dug into what non-medical female college students know, think, and do about breast cancer. The goal? To figure out how to teach them better and catch cancer early. First, let's talk about knowledge. Many of th
Deion Sanders, a football legend, has two sons in the NFL, but their experiences are worlds apart. Shilo, a safety, is thriving in Tampa Bay, while Shedeur, a quarterback, is taking a different path in Cleveland. Shedeur is not seeking any special treatment. He doesn't want his dad around while he'
Spotify, the popular music streaming service, recently had a rough day on the stock market. The company's shares dropped over 11%, marking their worst performance since July 2023. The main issue? They didn't meet the financial goals set by Wall Street analysts. Let's break it down. Spotify's revenu
The baseball world is buzzing with trade deadline chatter, and three players are at the center of it all. First up, there's Eugenio Suarez. He took a pitch to the hand, and while initial X-rays were clear, more tests are coming. Suarez is a top target for many teams, but any health concerns could m
Mitochondria are like tiny powerhouses inside our cells. They keep us going, but sometimes they go wrong and cause problems. Tiny molecules called miRNAs help control these powerhouses. Scientists have been trying to find ways to see and fix these miRNAs to help treat diseases like cancer. A new id
Biliary tract cancer (BTC) has long been a challenging disease to treat. Traditionally, doctors relied on a combination of cisplatin and gemcitabine as the go-to treatment. But things are changing. Adding durvalumab, a type of immunotherapy, to this mix has shown promising results. It's making a rea
Cancer is a tricky foe, always finding ways to dodge treatments. One type, Ewing sarcoma, often affects young people. It's caused by a gene fusion called EWS::FLI1. This fusion acts like a commander, driving cancer cells to multiply uncontrollably. Scientists made a surprising find. EWS::FLI1 disru
Weiss Memorial Hospital is in hot water, literally and figuratively. The federal government has decided to cut it off from Medicare, a big deal that could seriously hurt the hospital's finances. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced this decision, saying Weiss didn't follow th
