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New measurement tool helps analyze quality of life after childhood cancer

A new measurement tool helps analyze the survival rate of children with cancer, but also the quality of survival.

20 Jun 2023

Radiation combined with cancer-targeting virus therapy more effective in fighting brain tumors

Combining a cancer-targeting virus with radiation to treat brain cancer in mice was more effective than either therapy on its own according to University of Alberta research, providing hope for new treatments that combine immunotherapy with traditional surgery, chemotherapy or radiation.

20 Jun 2023

New treatment could be instrumental in restoring the blood-brain barrier's normal function

There's a bouncer in everyone: The blood-brain barrier, a layer of cells between blood vessels and the rest of the brain, kicks out toxins, pathogens and other undesirables that can sabotage the brain's precious gray matter.

20 Jun 2023

INTEGRA Biosciences’ pipettes help to advance cancer drug discovery

The Institute for Cancer Research (ICR), part of the University of London, is using VIAFLO electronic pipettes from INTEGRA Biosciences to streamline its preclinical drug screening and translational medicine workflows.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 20 Jun 2023

Phase I clinical study of TCR NK cell therapy for sarcoma expected to commence later this year

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Replay today announced that the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a 'safe to proceed' for the Investigational New Drug (IND) application for NY-ESO-1 TCR/IL-15 NK, an engineered T cell receptor natural killer (TCR NK) cell therapy for advanced synovial sarcoma and myxoid/round cell liposarcoma.

20 Jun 2023

Pioneering methodology reveals novel biomarkers for non-small cell lung cancer

Researchers of the University of Barcelona and the Institute of Bioengineering of Catalonia have identified new biomarkers for non-small cell lung cancer, the most common lung cancer.

20 Jun 2023

Researchers develop a prediction tool for blood cancer therapies

Since its introduction in 2015, a prediction tool developed by the European Society of Medical Oncology has been providing support worldwide in the assessment of the clinical benefits of new cancer therapies.

20 Jun 2023

Study reveals that wine consumption has an inverse relationship to cardiovascular mortality

Researchers aimed to understand the association between wine consumption and cardiovascular health.

20 Jun 2023

Unlocking HIV cure: Study highlights allogeneic immunity as key mechanism in eradicating latent virus reservoirs

Allogeneic stem cell transplantation with CCR5Δ32/Δ32 donors shows potential for HIV cure. Alloimmunity and CCR5 deficiency play significant roles in viral reservoir clearance.

19 Jun 2023

Virtual reality can help doctors to handle difficult conversations with patients

With ever-growing pressures on the NHS, dealing with angry or frustrated patients and their relatives has become increasingly common for those working in healthcare.

19 Jun 2023

Molecular cargo released by cancer cells lays the groundwork for leukemia spread

Tiny packets of molecular cargo shed by cancer cells seed the foundations for metastasis at distant sites in the body.

19 Jun 2023

Predatory bacteria could be used to purify water in the future, study suggests

In a unique study carried out in drinking water pipes in Sweden, researchers from Lund University and the local water company tested what would happen if chlorine was omitted from drinking water.

19 Jun 2023

‘Break the Silence’ campaign urges British fathers to discuss men's health issues with their sons

Men are often reluctant to talk about health matters, and that’s certainly true according to new research by GenesisCare, which reveals that nearly half (49%) of fathers admit they steer clear of talking about men’s health issues with their sons - because they don’t want to scare them (19%).

19 Jun 2023

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

Study finds AI chatbots in dermatology show promise in answering patient questions and simplifying medical jargon, but limitations in accuracy and knowledge highlight the need for cautious integration into clinical practice.

18 Jun 2023

Research reveals devastating impact of Western diet on human health

Research examines the impact of the Western diet on various aspects of health, including metabolism, inflammation, gut microbiota, cardiovascular health, mental health, and cancer. It provides insights into the effects of this dietary pattern on individuals and healthcare systems.

18 Jun 2023

Employees with obesity may have lower work productivity compared to people with normal weight

People with obesity may have lower work productivity due to increased risk of illness, contributing to increased costs for employers, according to industry-supported research being presented Saturday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting, in Chicago, Ill.

18 Jun 2023

Study: Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease is increasing among U.S. adults

The percent of metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), the leading global cause of liver disease, is increasing in U.S. adults, according to a study presented Friday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

17 Jun 2023

Adagrasib shows promise for the treatment of patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer

Researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found the KRAS G12C inhibitor adagrasib showed promising activity suppressing cancer growth not only within the lungs but also in brain metastases for patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer.

16 Jun 2023

Brain microglia serve as a stable viral reservoir for latent HIV

As a part of its life cycle, the human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV) inserts a copy of its DNA into human immune cells. Some of these newly infected immune cells can then transition into a dormant, latent state for a long period of time, which is referred to as HIV latency.

16 Jun 2023

Combination of two drugs may be more effective in treating resistant breast cancer

Cancer cells are even smarter than scientists previously believed, according to new CU Boulder research.

16 Jun 2023

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

New measurement tool helps analyze quality of life after childhood cancer

Radiation combined with cancer-targeting virus therapy more effective in fighting brain tumors

New treatment could be instrumental in restoring the blood-brain barrier's normal function

INTEGRA Biosciences’ pipettes help to advance cancer drug discovery

Phase I clinical study of TCR NK cell therapy for sarcoma expected to commence later this year

Pioneering methodology reveals novel biomarkers for non-small cell lung cancer

Researchers develop a prediction tool for blood cancer therapies

Study reveals that wine consumption has an inverse relationship to cardiovascular mortality

Unlocking HIV cure: Study highlights allogeneic immunity as key mechanism in eradicating latent virus reservoirs

Virtual reality can help doctors to handle difficult conversations with patients

Molecular cargo released by cancer cells lays the groundwork for leukemia spread

Predatory bacteria could be used to purify water in the future, study suggests

‘Break the Silence’ campaign urges British fathers to discuss men's health issues with their sons

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

Research reveals devastating impact of Western diet on human health

Employees with obesity may have lower work productivity compared to people with normal weight

Study: Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease is increasing among U.S. adults

Adagrasib shows promise for the treatment of patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer

Brain microglia serve as a stable viral reservoir for latent HIV

Combination of two drugs may be more effective in treating resistant breast cancer

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