Cancer
Why don’t bats get cancer?
Why don’t bats get cancer? Bats have been found to live up to 35 years without getting cancer, equivalent to about 180 human years, due to their unique biological defenses. The study discovered that bats have a gene called p53, a tumor-suppressor that can shut down cancer, and they have two copies of this gene, […]
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What does it mean for Biden’s prostate cancer to be ‘aggressive’? A urologic surgeon explains
What does it mean for Biden’s prostate cancer to be ‘aggressive’? A urologic surgeon explains Biden’s prostate cancer has been diagnosed as “aggressive” due to its high grade (Gleason 9) and stage (Stage 4), indicating it has spread to his bones. The aggressiveness of a cancer is determined by its tumor grade, which indicates the […]
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Biden is getting prostate cancer treatment, but that’s not the best choice for all men − a cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide
Biden is getting prostate cancer treatment, but that’s not the best choice for all men − a cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide Biden’s prostate cancer treatment decision highlights the need for personalized approach to cancer treatment, as not all men require immediate treatment. Prostate cancer can be grouped into four stages, […]
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1 gene is key to drug resistance in multiple myeloma
1 gene is key to drug resistance in multiple myeloma Researchers at the National University of Singapore have identified a key gene, ADAR1, that contributes to drug resistance in multiple myeloma patients. The study found that ADAR1 inhibits lenalidomide’s activity by editing double-stranded RNA, suppressing the immune response and reducing the effectiveness of the drug. […]
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Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment
Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment Cancer hijacks a specific brain circuit that controls motivation, leading to apathy and loss of will to engage with life in patients with late-stage cancer. The area postrema, a small brain region, acts as the […]
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Alcohol causes cancer, and less than 1 drink can increase your risk − a cancer biologist explains how
Alcohol causes cancer, and less than 1 drink can increase your risk − a cancer biologist explains how Alcohol consumption is linked to an increased risk of cancer, with over 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 cancer deaths annually in the US. Even low amounts of alcohol (less than one drink a day) can increase […]
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