Oncology & Cancer
Global rise in penis cancer—what you need to know
Penis cancer is thankfully rare, but cases are rising. Some experts predict a 77% increase in penis cancer by 2050.
Jul 3, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Vaginal cancer incidence increasing globally
The incidence of vaginal cancer is increasing globally, according to a study published online June 25 in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Jul 3, 2024
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Medications
Use of 'benzo' sedatives like Valium, Xanax won't raise dementia risk: Study
Benzodiazepines do not appear to increase dementia risk, but could have subtle long-term effects on brain structure, a new study reports.
Jul 2, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Examination of trauma history questionnaire deepens understanding of vulnerable women
Exposure to trauma is associated with many negative outcomes, especially for at-risk populations like incarcerated women and perinatal women. The Trauma History Questionnaire (THQ) is a common measure of exposure to trauma, ...
Jul 2, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers highlight genomics' potential in cancer research
A new editorial paper titled "Genomics has more to reveal" has been published in Oncotarget.
Jul 2, 2024
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Health
Can you drink your fruit and vegetables? How does juice compare to the whole food?
Do you struggle to eat your fruits and vegetables? You are not alone. Less than 5% of Australians eat the recommended servings of fresh produce each day (with 44% eating enough fruit but only 6% eating the recommended vegetables).
Jul 2, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers develop triage system to enhance pandemic preparedness
Animal influenza viruses such as swine and bird flu pose a risk to humans, in particular those in the farming and veterinarian communities. Most recently, flu viruses have been circulating in cow populations, contaminating ...
Jul 1, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Blood test can help predict risk of obstructive sleep apnea
Measuring the level of homocysteine—an amino acid—in the blood can help predict a person's risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder characterized by recurrent interruptions in breathing due to relaxation ...
Jul 1, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Long-term study reveals more genetic mutations associated with aggressive prostate cancer
Scientists have added to the list of inherited genetic mutations known to increase the risk of more aggressive prostate cancer. This information could help with identifying prostate cancer patients who are more likely to ...
Jul 1, 2024
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Health
Engineered stone is now banned in Australia—but how safe are the alternatives?
From today, engineered stone is banned in Australia in a bid to protect workers from inhaling deadly silica dust, which has long been linked to diseases such as lung cancer and silicosis.
Jul 1, 2024
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