Gerontology & Geriatrics
Artificial intelligence for aging research in cancer drug development
A new editorial paper was published in Aging, entitled, "Artificial intelligence for aging research in cancer drug development."
Dec 7, 2023
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News tagged with cancer care
Genetics
Map of disease-causing mutations in neurodevelopmental disorders and cancer revealed
Researchers now understand the functional impact of thousands of genetic changes within the DDX3X gene. This could lead to enhanced diagnosis and treatment of various neurodevelopmental disorders and cancers.
Dec 6, 2023
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Health
PFAS exposure linked to decreased bone health in adolescents and young adults
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), manufactured chemicals used in products such as food packaging and cosmetics, can lead to reproductive problems, increased cancer risk and other health issues. A growing body of ...
Dec 6, 2023
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Health informatics
Patients of color more often brace for unfair treatment in health care, survey finds
A trip to the doctor's office comes with a bit of preparation for most, maybe even an internal pep talk to prepare for being told to get more exercise or calm a simmering fear of needles.
Dec 6, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Black men with advanced prostate cancer less likely to receive crucial treatment, study finds
A new study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found Black men diagnosed with more advanced stages of prostate cancer are significantly less likely to be prescribed novel hormone therapy ...
Dec 1, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
New report highlights essential role of collaborating with patients to improve cancer care
A new report released today by the Asia Pacific Oncology Alliance (APOA), a network of stakeholders from across the cancer continuum who are committed to improving cancer care in Asia Pacific, highlights the importance of ...
Dec 1, 2023
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Radiology & Imaging
Regular screening mammograms significantly reduce breast cancer deaths, finds study
Breast cancer mortality is significantly reduced when women regularly attend screening mammograms, according to research being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Nov 30, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Incidence of local-stage cancers decreased from 2019 to 2022: Study
From 2019 to 2020, the incidence of local-stage disease decreased significantly for 19 of 22 cancer types compared with stable year-over-year changes pre-COVID-19, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in the International ...
Nov 24, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Report calls for national cancer plan for the UK
The U.K.'s National Health Service (NHS) is currently facing major workforce deficits and cancer services are struggling to recover after the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report published in The Lancet Oncology.
Nov 20, 2023
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Other
In death, one cancer patient helps to erase millions in medical debt
A New York City woman who died Sunday from cancer has raised enough money to erase millions of dollars in medical debt with a posthumous plea for help.
Nov 18, 2023
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