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Racial residential segregation linked to widening health disparities

The U.S. must reduce racial residential segregation if it is to reduce racial disparities in health outcomes, according to a recently published study by researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine.

29 Nov 2023

Study validates cancer risk reduction through lifestyle adherence

Researchers examined associations between adherence to cancer prevention recommendations by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF)/American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and cancer risk.

28 Nov 2023

Large-scale study finds no mortality benefit from vegetarian diets in U.S. adults, challenges previous beliefs

Study, involving 117,673 participants from the PLCO Cancer Screening Trial, assessed the impact of vegetarian and vegan diets on all-cause mortality in the U.S. over an average follow-up of 18 years.

26 Nov 2023

Pomegranate's power: Studies show promise in cardiovascular and diabetic health

Researchers reviewed existing data on the bio-modulatory effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum l., PG) polyphenols on metabolic disorders.

24 Nov 2023

Obesity linked to prostate cancer risk: New study uncovers inherited dangers from fathers

Obesity contributes to prostate cancer risk and can be inherited from obese fathers, as shown in a review of over 280 studies examining obesity's impact on carcinogenesis and heritability.

23 Nov 2023

Exploring the impact of soy isoflavones in prostate cancer therapy

The cellular mechanisms of soy isoflavones, genistein, daidzein, and equol.

23 Nov 2023

AI model predicts lung cancer risk in never-smokers using routine chest X-rays

Using a routine chest X-ray image, an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can identify non-smokers who are at high risk for lung cancer, according to a study being presented next week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

22 Nov 2023

AI model predicts patient outcomes across multiple cancer types

Investigators from the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model based on epigenetic factors that is able to predict patient outcomes successfully across multiple cancer types.

16 Nov 2023

Research opens the door to a potential treatment strategy for certain advanced prostate cancers

Epigenetic changes can cause prostate cancer to resist treatment by switching genes on or off. One epigenetic mechanism tags genes with DNA methylation marks.

15 Nov 2023

New approach to CAR T cell therapy may extend treatment effectiveness

CAR T cell therapy, a powerful type of immunotherapy, has begun to revolutionize cancer treatment. Pioneered at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), the therapy involves engineering a patient's T cells so they recognize and attack cancer cells.

14 Nov 2023

Facing financial ruin as costs soar for elder care

Margaret Newcomb, 69, a retired French teacher, is desperately trying to protect her retirement savings by caring for her 82-year-old husband, who has severe dementia, at home in Seattle.

14 Nov 2023

AdvanCell reaches milestone as first prostate cancer patient dosed with 212Pb-ADVC001

AdvanCell, a radiopharmaceutical company developing a pipeline of Targeted Alpha Therapies for cancer patients, today announced the first patient was treated with 212Pb-ADVC001, a Targeted Alpha Therapy in development for the treatment of PSMA-positive metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC).

13 Nov 2023

Multi-ancestry study reveals 187 new genetic risk factors for prostate cancer

In a comprehensive multi-ancestry GWAS meta-analysis, researchers identified 451 risk variants for prostate cancer, including 187 new variants, demonstrating the utility of such studies across diverse populations. This analysis not only increased understanding of genetic risk factors but also differentiated between aggressive and non-aggressive prostate cancer types, underscoring the potential of genetic risk scoring in guiding screening and early detection strategies.

12 Nov 2023

Blooming health: Unfolding the petal-perfect virtues of edible flowers

A comprehensive review of the nutritional and therapeutic benefits of edible flowers highlights their role in health, food security, and environmental sustainability. This study provides insight into the nutritional content of flowers, their potential health benefits due to bioactive compounds, and innovative sustainable uses like phytoremediation and natural dyes.

9 Nov 2023

FORTE accrues first 1000 participants for highly anticipated colorectal cancer prevention trial

FORTE (NRG-CC005) is a highly anticipated colorectal cancer prevention trial led by NRG Oncology examining surveillance colonoscopy intervals in participants who have non-advanced polyps.

9 Nov 2023

Study compiles the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk

A globe-spanning scientific team has compiled the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk - 451 in all - through a whole-genome analysis that ranks as the largest and most diverse investigation into prostate cancer genetics yet.

9 Nov 2023

Study finds 4% of Icelanders to carry an actionable genotype associated with shortened lifespan

Scientists at deCODE genetics, a subsidiary of Amgen, have published a study on actionable genotypes detected in the Icelandic population and their association with lifespan.

8 Nov 2023

AI-powered radiation therapy revolutionizes cancer treatment at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital

Patients undergoing radiation therapy for certain types of cancer at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital are among the first in the country with access to a cutting-edge treatment system that increases accuracy and precision, enhances patient comfort, and minimizes side effects.

8 Nov 2023

Study shows linear associations between body mass index and site-specific tumors in young males

The associations between body mass index (BMI) among young males and new-onset site-specific tumors.

8 Nov 2023

UTHSC's drug candidate for advanced prostate cancer goes to first clinical trial

A drug candidate developed by researchers at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center for advanced metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer is now in its first clinical trial.

6 Nov 2023

Prostate News and Research

Racial residential segregation linked to widening health disparities

Study validates cancer risk reduction through lifestyle adherence

Large-scale study finds no mortality benefit from vegetarian diets in U.S. adults, challenges previous beliefs

Pomegranate's power: Studies show promise in cardiovascular and diabetic health

Obesity linked to prostate cancer risk: New study uncovers inherited dangers from fathers

Exploring the impact of soy isoflavones in prostate cancer therapy

AI model predicts lung cancer risk in never-smokers using routine chest X-rays

AI model predicts patient outcomes across multiple cancer types

Research opens the door to a potential treatment strategy for certain advanced prostate cancers

New approach to CAR T cell therapy may extend treatment effectiveness

Facing financial ruin as costs soar for elder care

AdvanCell reaches milestone as first prostate cancer patient dosed with 212Pb-ADVC001

Multi-ancestry study reveals 187 new genetic risk factors for prostate cancer

Blooming health: Unfolding the petal-perfect virtues of edible flowers

FORTE accrues first 1000 participants for highly anticipated colorectal cancer prevention trial

Study compiles the most comprehensive list of genetic variants associated with prostate cancer risk

Study finds 4% of Icelanders to carry an actionable genotype associated with shortened lifespan

AI-powered radiation therapy revolutionizes cancer treatment at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital

Study shows linear associations between body mass index and site-specific tumors in young males

UTHSC's drug candidate for advanced prostate cancer goes to first clinical trial

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Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

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