As another obesity-fighting drug takes center stage, a nutrition expert discusses weight loss

by Mandy Conrad,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIf the buzz surrounding a medication could elevate it to celebrity status, thenZepboundis reaching Taylor Swift rank

Updated on: March 26,2024 17

As another obesity-fighting drug takes center stage, a nutrition expert discusses weight loss

by Mandy Conrad,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIf the buzz surrounding a medication could elevate it to celebrity status, thenZepboundis reaching Taylor Swift rank

Updated on:March 26,2024 17

Cigarette smoke and HPV have synergistic effects on cells, heightening the risk of head and neck cancer

by Julia Moióli,FAPESPHPV16 E6/E7 induces SOD2 expression in oral cells. (A) HPV16 E6/E7 transcripts were evaluated by RT-PCR in SCC143V and SCC143E6/E7 cells; β-actin was used as the control. (

Updated on: January 10,2024 15

Cigarette smoke and HPV have synergistic effects on cells, heightening the risk of head and neck cancer

by Julia Moióli,FAPESPHPV16 E6/E7 induces SOD2 expression in oral cells. (A) HPV16 E6/E7 transcripts were evaluated by RT-PCR in SCC143V and SCC143E6/E7 cells; β-actin was used as the control. (

Updated on:January 10,2024 15

Finding the optimal combination of anticancer drug administration for the conditioning of cord blood transplantation

by University of TsukubaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAllogeneic hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) can cure hematopoietic diseases, such as acute myeloid leukemia. Cord bloo

Updated on: April 24,2024 11

Finding the optimal combination of anticancer drug administration for the conditioning of cord blood transplantation

by University of TsukubaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAllogeneic hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) can cure hematopoietic diseases, such as acute myeloid leukemia. Cord bloo

Updated on:April 24,2024 11

Melanoma misconception: Dark skin tones at risk, too

by Sonya GoinsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe myth that people with dark skin are immune to melanoma, a type of skin cancer, has persisted for many years. It's a dangerous misconception that

Updated on: January 10,2024 10

Melanoma misconception: Dark skin tones at risk, too

by Sonya GoinsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe myth that people with dark skin are immune to melanoma, a type of skin cancer, has persisted for many years. It's a dangerous misconception that

Updated on:January 10,2024 10

Molecular tumor boards improve outcomes for patients with advanced cancer

by Elizabeth Chapin,University of KentuckyWaterfall plot detailing individual PFS ratio (PFS2/PFS1) values for patients treated with second-line or greater-line MTB-directed therapy (cohort 1; n

Updated on: December 22,2023 11

Molecular tumor boards improve outcomes for patients with advanced cancer

by Elizabeth Chapin,University of KentuckyWaterfall plot detailing individual PFS ratio (PFS2/PFS1) values for patients treated with second-line or greater-line MTB-directed therapy (cohort 1; n

Updated on:December 22,2023 11

Collaborative initiative to unravel the role of HLA in individuals with a genetic cancer predisposition

by Peter Saueressig,Heidelberg UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:International Journal of Cancer(2022). DOI: 10.1002/ijc.34312Scientists from the Heidelberg Institute for Theoreti

Updated on: December 24,2023 10

Collaborative initiative to unravel the role of HLA in individuals with a genetic cancer predisposition

by Peter Saueressig,Heidelberg UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:International Journal of Cancer(2022). DOI: 10.1002/ijc.34312Scientists from the Heidelberg Institute for Theoreti

Updated on:December 24,2023 10

Localized genetic mutations may serve as biomarker for wide range of cancers

by Melissa Rohman,Northwestern UniversityCredit: Brianna Monroe/Northwestern UniversityA team of Northwestern Medicine investigators have successfully localized novel molecular mechanisms behind

Updated on: December 26,2023 5

Localized genetic mutations may serve as biomarker for wide range of cancers

by Melissa Rohman,Northwestern UniversityCredit: Brianna Monroe/Northwestern UniversityA team of Northwestern Medicine investigators have successfully localized novel molecular mechanisms behind

Updated on:December 26,2023 5

A case for routine evaluation of HER2 expression in ductal carcinoma in situ

by Impact JournalsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new editorial paper was published inOncoscienceand is titled "HER2 expression should be routinely evaluated in DCIS to avoid unde

Updated on: December 20,2023 10

A case for routine evaluation of HER2 expression in ductal carcinoma in situ

by Impact JournalsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new editorial paper was published inOncoscienceand is titled "HER2 expression should be routinely evaluated in DCIS to avoid unde

Updated on:December 20,2023 10

Researchers develop gel to deliver cancer drugs for solid tumors

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIntratumoral therapy—in which cancer drugs are injected directly into tumors—is a promising treatment option for solid cancers but has show

Updated on: January 03,2024 18

Researchers develop gel to deliver cancer drugs for solid tumors

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIntratumoral therapy—in which cancer drugs are injected directly into tumors—is a promising treatment option for solid cancers but has show

Updated on:January 03,2024 18

Breast density notification laws not effective for all women

byYale UniversityA new study suggests that state-mandated notifications on mammogram reports intended to inform women of the health risks related to breast density are not worded effectively.The

Updated on: December 20,2023 21

Breast density notification laws not effective for all women

byYale UniversityA new study suggests that state-mandated notifications on mammogram reports intended to inform women of the health risks related to breast density are not worded effectively.The

Updated on:December 20,2023 21

'Masked' cancer drug stealthily trains immune system to kill tumors while sparing healthy tissues

by Aslan Mansurov,The ConversationDendritic cells (green) produce cytokines like IL-12, which can train T cells (pink) to attack tumors. Credit:Victor Segura Ibarra and Rita Serda/National

Updated on: March 30,2024 20

'Masked' cancer drug stealthily trains immune system to kill tumors while sparing healthy tissues

by Aslan Mansurov,The ConversationDendritic cells (green) produce cytokines like IL-12, which can train T cells (pink) to attack tumors. Credit:Victor Segura Ibarra and Rita Serda/National

Updated on:March 30,2024 20

Two drugs used in combination prove to be effective against most aggressive asbestos cancer in mice

byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreSection of a mouse invasive mesothelioma tumour. Credit: CNIOExposure to asbestos is the major risk factor for malignant mesothelioma, a type of aggr

Updated on: December 22,2023 20

Two drugs used in combination prove to be effective against most aggressive asbestos cancer in mice

byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreSection of a mouse invasive mesothelioma tumour. Credit: CNIOExposure to asbestos is the major risk factor for malignant mesothelioma, a type of aggr

Updated on:December 22,2023 20