Medical News on Cancer
What does it mean if your ESR is high?
Sep 13, 2018
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test is a blood test that can reveal inflammation in the body. A high or low result may signify an underlying condition, such as rheumatoid arthritis or cancer. Additional tests are necessary to confirm a diagnosis. The ESR test poses few risks. Learn more about it here. Read More
Breast cancer: Discovery of new factor may improve therapy
Sep 12, 2018
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation. Read More
Skin cancer: Common IBD, arthritis drug may raise risk
Sep 12, 2018
A new study finds a link between a drug used widely to treat inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis and a common form of skin cancer. Read More
Blocking ovarian cancer's energy supply helps curb spread
Sep 10, 2018
New research reveals that, to fuel tumor invasion of nearby tissue, ovarian cancer cells recruit supporting cells to supply energy from glycogen. Read More
New cancer vaccine is 100 percent successful in mouse model
Sep 10, 2018
A team of experts has conducted tests in mice for a potent new vaccine against melanoma. So far, the researchers have observed a 100 percent success rate. Read More
Why does olive oil keep heart attack and stroke at bay?
Sep 07, 2018
A new study shows that the protein ApoA-IV, which rises in the blood after eating (especially unsaturated fats), prevents thrombosis by blocking platelets. Read More
Is regular screening for prostate cancer really necessary?
Sep 07, 2018
A panel of experts from the United Kingdom is asking whether regular screening for prostate cancer actually brings enough benefits to outweigh the risks. Read More
Why does hormone therapy worsen some prostate cancers?
Sep 06, 2018
Some prostate cancers resist androgen-targeting therapy and continue to spread because the treatment alters the environment of tumor cells, a study shows. Read More
What are the health risks of hookah smoking?
Sep 04, 2018
A hookah is a type of water pipe people use for smoking flavored tobacco. While many people believe using a hookah is safer than smoking cigarettes, it has many of the same health risks. In this article, learn about whether hookah is bad for you and what its effects on the body are. We also debunk several common myths. Read More
How long do hemorrhoids last? What to know
Sep 04, 2018
Hemorrhoids are a common problem, particularly during pregnancy and as people age. While hemorrhoids sometimes only last for a few days and cause mild symptoms, some people experience frequent or long-lasting hemorrhoids. Here, learn more about how long hemorrhoids last. We also cover treatment and home remedies. Read More
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