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Study shows substantial impact of the pandemic on mental health of older adults with cancer

Older adults who have had cancer had a high risk of experiencing symptoms of depression during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic according to a new study published in Cancer Management and Research.

7 Sep 2023

Are airborne microplastics damaging your lungs? New study probes potential risks

Researchers review the presence and impact of airborne microplastics (AMPs) on human respiratory health in a new study published in the Science of the Total Environment. The study underscores the urgent need for more data on the toxicity of AMPs, which are prevalent in indoor environments and could pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations like children and older adults.

7 Sep 2023

Novel test could improve detection of cervical adenocarcinoma

In findings with potentially important implications for cervical cancer screening, scientists at the National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Montefiore Einstein Cancer Center (MECC) have developed a test for detecting a type of cervical cancer that Pap tests often miss.

7 Sep 2023

Rethinking menopause: Experts call for individualized treatment and more research

A comprehensive review in the journal Cell provides an in-depth look at the biology, clinical outcomes, and treatment options for menopause, including the effects of hormonal changes on metabolic and cognitive functions. The article also discusses various therapeutic interventions, from hormone therapy to alternative medicines, and their efficacy in managing menopausal symptoms.

7 Sep 2023

New fund could incentivize development of high-priced drugs with weak clinical evidence

A new fund to fast-track patient access to potentially valuable new medicines may incentivize the pharmaceutical industry to develop high-priced drugs for rare diseases with weak evidence on clinical benefits.

7 Sep 2023

Blood clots may be a cause of long-term cognitive problems after COVID-19

High levels of two proteins at the time of COVID-19 have been found in patients who later experienced cognitive problems, including 'brain fog', giving a major clue as to one cause of their symptoms: blood clots.

7 Sep 2023

Rising tide of early-onset cancers: Study predicts alarming increase by 2030

An international study published in BMJ Oncology analyzes the Global Burden of Disease 2019 dataset to explore the rising incidence and mortality rates of early-onset cancers (ages 14-49) worldwide. The study highlights varying cancer burdens by gender and region, identifies lifestyle and environmental risk factors, and predicts a significant increase in early-onset cancer rates by 2030.

7 Sep 2023

Study uncovers thousands of medication pairings linked to frequent dosage adjustments

Researchers investigated the complexity of polypharmacy and whether frequent dose adjustments were required for co-medications and drug pairs in hospital settings.

7 Sep 2023

Study unveils a potential solution to combat age-related immune system decline

As we age, our bodies face numerous challenges, including a decline in immune system function and an increased vulnerability to various health issues.

7 Sep 2023

Myriad Genetics survey: Women have widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening

Myriad Genetics, Inc., a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, today revealed new nationwide survey results indicating widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening among a majority of women.

7 Sep 2023

New test could detect brain tumors using cerebrospinal fluid

Researchers with the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and four other institutions have developed a molecular test to identify the presence of brain tumors by measuring abnormal genetic material shed by tumors and circulating in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

7 Sep 2023

Vitamin C and D supplementation may reduce AML treatment complications

Patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who received vitamin C and D supplements while undergoing intensive chemotherapy had lower rates of complications, such as infections, bleeding, and inflammation, when compared with similar, previously treated patients who did not receive these supplements.

7 Sep 2023

‘Like a Russian roulette’: US military firefighters grapple with unknowns of PFAS exposure

A U.S. military firefighter for 32 years, Kurt Rhodes trained and performed his duties with aqueous film forming foam, or AFFF — a highly effective fire suppressant that he never knew contained PFAS chemicals, now known to be harmful to human health.

7 Sep 2023

Immune system plays key role in determining the duration of patients' remission from multiple myeloma

A new study from researchers with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and other top-tier cancer centers highlights the vital role that the immune system plays in determining the duration of patients' remission from multiple myeloma.

7 Sep 2023

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Study shows substantial impact of the pandemic on mental health of older adults with cancer

Are airborne microplastics damaging your lungs? New study probes potential risks

Novel test could improve detection of cervical adenocarcinoma

Rethinking menopause: Experts call for individualized treatment and more research

New fund could incentivize development of high-priced drugs with weak clinical evidence

Blood clots may be a cause of long-term cognitive problems after COVID-19

Rising tide of early-onset cancers: Study predicts alarming increase by 2030

Study uncovers thousands of medication pairings linked to frequent dosage adjustments

Study unveils a potential solution to combat age-related immune system decline

Myriad Genetics survey: Women have widespread confusion and misconceptions about ovarian cancer screening

New test could detect brain tumors using cerebrospinal fluid

Vitamin C and D supplementation may reduce AML treatment complications

‘Like a Russian roulette’: US military firefighters grapple with unknowns of PFAS exposure

Immune system plays key role in determining the duration of patients' remission from multiple myeloma

VAI scientists uncover mechanism that annotates genetic information passed from fathers to offspring

Women using NSAIDs alongside hormonal contraception may be at increased risk of blood clots

Exercise stress test abnormalities predict non-cardiovascular deaths, study finds

Chronic inflammation's influence on TP53 mutations in leukemia evolution explored in new study

New device can help test treatments in patients with gliomas

How weight changes impact life beyond 90

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