Medical News on Cancer
Deleting just one gene may 'completely prevent' pancreatic cancer
May 02, 2019
Using a mouse model that "faithfully mimics" human pancreatic cancer, researchers have found a gene that wholly prevents the disease when knocked out. Read More
What to know about potassium deficiency symptoms
Apr 29, 2019
Symptoms of potassium deficiency, or hypokalemia, can include constipation, kidney problems, muscle weakness, fatigue, and heart issues. Poor diet, illnesses that cause severe vomiting or diarrhea, and certain medications can lead to low potassium levels. Learn more here. Read More
Is it better to 'contain' rather than destroy cancer?
Apr 29, 2019
New research in mice suggests that we could stop some cancers from making a comeback by maintaining metastatic cells in a 'dormant' state. Read More
This neurotransmitter helps aggressive tumors spread
Apr 26, 2019
New research in mouse models of human-derived cancers has found a new key factor that supports the growth and spread of aggressive tumors. Read More
This neurotransmitter helps aggressive tumors spread
Apr 26, 2019
New research in mouse models of human-derived cancers has found a new key factor that supports the growth and spread of aggressive tumors. Read More
Could invigorating the immune system prevent lung cancer?
Apr 25, 2019
Early immune-related molecular changes in airway tissue could potentially predict invasive lung cancer and serve as prevention targets, new study suggests. Read More
What is a chocolate cyst?
Apr 23, 2019
A chocolate cyst is an ovarian cyst filled with blood. These growths form in people with endometriosis, usually when the condition is severe. Here, learn about the treatments for chocolate cysts and their potential effects on fertility. Read More
Cancer: Highly personalized therapy can improve outcomes
Apr 23, 2019
A new test-of-concept study suggests that using personalized combination therapy could improve the outcome for people with stubborn metastatic cancer. Read More
Vitamin D may help fight colorectal cancer
Apr 19, 2019
A recent study concludes that when a person takes vitamin D alongside standard chemotherapy, it might reduce the growth rate of colorectal cancer. Read More
Breast cancer: Reducing this amino acid could make drugs more effective
Apr 18, 2019
New research in cell cultures and mice reveals a surprising link between the essential amino acid leucine and resistance to tamoxifen in breast cancer. Read More
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