When a patient’s cancer goes into remission, their tumor cells stop growing, and their symptoms improve. This remission period can persist for many years, with both the cancer cells and the microclimate around the tumor helping to keep the cancer inactive. However, inflammation can disturb this environment and reactivate the dormant cancer cells. This process...
Researchers have recently discovered a sugar compound produced by deep-sea bacteria that has the potential to destroy cancer cells. Microbes living in our oceans produce a substance that triggers cell death (pyroptosis), causing the cancer cells to essentially self-destruct. This compound has been shown to stop tumors from growing and activate the immune system in...
Glioblastoma is the most aggressive and deadly cancerous brain tumor known to medical science. This form of brain cancer affects approximately 3,200 people yearly in the United Kingdom. So when Ben Trotman was diagnosed in 2022, his family braced for the worst prognosis. Typically, patients with Glioblastoma live an average of 15 months after diagnosis,...
A CT (computed tomography) scan is an imaging test that assists doctors in detecting various diseases and injuries. These advanced X-rays provide healthcare practitioners with a detailed look inside your body, allowing them to see what is happening in your soft tissues and bones. While these tests are noninvasive and painless, researchers have warned of...
Many people are shocked to learn that some household items linked to cancer are part of their daily routines. These everyday products often seem harmless, but scientific studies have shown that prolonged exposure to certain chemicals can increase cancer risk. From cleaning agents to personal care products, the danger often lies in long-term use or...
Enjoy the summer sun but take precautions first. Skin cancer is the sort of condition that people subconsciously dismiss. After all, it won’t happen to them – until it does. Sun exposure can noticeably affect the skin; it creates tans, burns, and freckles on the regular. It can also lead to skin cancer, the most...
While researchers have recently revealed Metformin’s colon cancer prevention properties, it is not actually a new drug on the market. In fact, it is the most prescribed drug for diabetes treatment globally. In early May, researchers shared their research at the American Association for Cancer Research conference in Chicago. During their presentation, they showed how...
A groundbreaking study demonstrates how exercise can prevent recurring colon cancer. According to the World Health Organization, colorectal cancer (also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer) is one of the most common types of cancer, and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. Moreover, research shows that recurrence happens...
Tattoos have become a popular form of self-expression, being more mainstream than ever before. Many people now adorn their bodies with ink, engraving unique and various designs. Negative stereotypes associated with tattoos have mostly dissipated. A significant portion of the adult population now has at least 1 tattoo. For instance, a 2024 survey showed 31%...
Scientists have solved a medical mystery that puzzled doctors for decades. Colon cancer cases among young adults have doubled since the mid-1990s, with one in five diagnoses now appearing in people under 55. New research shows the bacterial culprit behind this explosion and gives us the first simple screening tool to fight back. Half of...
The idea of repurposing existing drugs for cancer is an intriguing one, with people sharing stories of how drugs not originally developed for cancer ended up saving their lives. These examples have sparked curiosity and hope among patients seeking alternative therapies. While these stories are incredible, it is important to distinguish between myths and realities...
Cancer can start in almost any tissue or organ in the body and is characterized by the uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells. It is the second leading cause of death around the world, accounting for around one in every six deaths annually. The most common types of cancer in men are colorectal, prostate, lung, and...
