The concept of detecting cancer through smell sounds like something straight out of a strange science fiction novel. However, while humans cannot smell cancer, recent studies have explored the intriguing theory that certain cancers produce unique odors. These odors are caused by volatile chemical compounds (VOCs) produced by cancer cells. Even though these odors may...
Lucie Morris-Marr, an award-winning journalist and author of Processed, was living a full life when she received a devastating stage-four bowel cancer diagnosis. This journey taught her how what we eat can have serious long-term impacts. She began questioning the bacon sandwich and other foods she had trusted for years. Her story shows how small...
Butter is a staple in many households and has been for generations. It has many diverse uses and is typically used as a bread spread, as well as for baking and cooking. Many of your grandma’s favorite recipes more than likely require a fair dose of butter. However, new research has revealed some concerning information...
Researchers from Concordia University’s Biology and Physics departments have proposed a promising method to combat cancer tumors using ultrasound-guided microbubbles. This new and innovative approach uses pre-existing technology already common in medical imaging and drug delivery. Researchers are leveraging this technology to enhance the immune system’s natural ability to fight cancer. The ultrasound-guided microbubbles are...
Raise your hand if you’ve felt off or unwell and typed your symptoms into ChatGPT looking for answers. Most of us probably have tried this, sometimes with some rather alarming results. The reality is that most of us probably don’t fully believe what the AI search engine is telling us, and certainly if you went...
Rhys Russell’s story is a sobering reminder of the unpredictable and devastating nature of a painless cancer symptom. Despite his young age and seemingly benign symptoms, Rhys tragically passed away at 18 due to a melanoma on his scalp, a diagnosis that unfolded rapidly and relentlessly. His journey underscores the importance of awareness and early...
Former president of the United States, Joe Biden, recently announced he has late-stage prostate cancer. This has brought the disease into the public spotlight once again. This is not surprising, considering it is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. Unfortunately, the disease often does not show any symptoms until the...
Is there a link between exposure to pesticides and cancer risk? According to a new study, 22 pesticides have been linked to an increased risk of developing prostate cancer. Furthermore four of those pesticides have been linked to prostate cancer deaths. However, these findings are not definitive proof that these pesticides caused prostate cancer. According...
Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is found throughout the body. Most commonly found in the brain, heart, muscles, and bone marrow. Adults synthesize taurine, but people also commonly obtain it from foods like meat, fish, and eggs. Many energy drinks and protein supplements prominently add taurine. People commonly use taurine supplements to...
There is an ongoing debate regarding the use of glyphosate in weed killers such as Roundup. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified the ingredient as a probable carcinogen in humans. Yet, Georgia recently became the second state to implement legislation that protects Bayer, the company that produces Roundup, from potential lawsuits. This...
A scientist may have found the cure for breast cancer, but through a controversial approach. Beata Halassy, 50, is a PhD virologist who successfully treated her own breast cancer by injecting herself with viruses known to attack cancer cells. This method is known as oncolytic virotherapy (OVT) and is currently being studied as an experimental...
Once associated with older individuals, rates of stomach cancer rates in young adults have dramatically risen in the last several years. This contrasts with the overall steady decline of stomach cancer rates in the United States over the last two decades. New research has indicated that there is a shift towards earlier detection, which could...
