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Feb 09, 2021 … HANGZHOU, China — The link between eggs and health has been hotly debated for years. While some believe eggs can be part of a healthy diet, others warn all that cholesterol can be bad for the heart. A new study finds both arguments might be right. Researchers in China say while egg whites can be…

Jan 12, 2021 … New study shows that cancer is also less likely to spread among patients who regularly drink coffee. LONDON — From brain health to Parkinson’s disease, there are plenty of health issues scientists believe coffee can help with. Now, a new study finds drinking coffee every day could keep prostate cancer at bay and improve chances…

Jan 06, 2021 … LONDON — Chemotherapy has been a major tool in cancer treatment for the better part of a century. Unfortunately, it’s a treatment that often constitutes a “roll of the dice” for patients. There’s no guarantee in most cases that chemotherapy will successfully kill all cancer cells. Now, researchers from University College London may have uncovered a…

Dec 30, 2020 … BARCELONA — Going for a jog or pumping iron in the morning is a tall task for many night owls, but here’s one more reason to give it a shot. Exercise in the morning, such as a brisk walk or bike ride, could stave off cancer, according to a recent study. Scientists from the Barcelona…

Dec 19, 2020 … UPPSALA, Sweden — Oral contraceptives provide women with a fast and effective way of preventing unwanted pregnancy. While these benefits are immediate, a new study finds taking “the pill” may also be protecting women from certain cancers for years to come. Researchers from Uppsala University in Sweden report that taking birth control pills can cut…

Dec 10, 2020 … SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Evolution is the historical key to humans becoming what are today. While that process has helped mankind to separate itself from species like chimpanzees, it has also brought some unwelcome genes along for the ride. Researchers at the University of California-San Diego have discovered a common gene that more than doubles…

Dec 03, 2020 … NEW YORK — There are few positives when it comes to the subject of cancer in general, but there’s actually a “silver lining,” so to speak, within cancer’s own biology. The very same characteristics that allow cancer cells to grow and spread also create opportunities to sabotage and combat cancer. According to researchers at Sloan Kettering,…

Dec 01, 2020 … UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — An alarming new report shows the number of young people with cancer has soared by 30 percent over the last four decades. Teenagers and young adults are more likely to develop certain types of cancer today than they were 40 years ago, especially liver cancer, according to the study. While teens account for…

Nov 19, 2020 … LEUVEN, Belgium — In advanced forms of cancer, malignant cells can grow and spread at a rapid pace. A new study finds an existing antidepressant which has been proven safe for patients can also cut this growth rate down. Researchers in Belgium say sertraline, commonly sold as Zoloft, has inhibited the growth of cancer cells…

Nov 18, 2020 … PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Death is always a tragic event, but the impact can be particularly devastating when a person dies at a young age. When it comes to cancer, various forms of the disease strike before a patient reaches old age, leaving their loved ones to wonder what life would have been like with them…

Nov 06, 2020 … SOLNA, Sweden — We hear it often in the medical world: a drug for one condition can also help people with a completely different disease. For researchers, testing and repurposing safe medications can sometimes lead to wonderful breakthroughs. A new study from Sweden is doing just that and may have discovered a novel treatment for childhood…

Nov 05, 2020 … KINGSTON, Ontario — The coronavirus pandemic is squeezing many medical providers to their limits as cases rise across the globe again. During the peak of cases in the spring, overwhelmed hospitals and clinics forced doctors to prioritize surgeries and may have forced many patients to wait longer for treatment.  But holding off on necessary care can…

Oct 06, 2020 … LOS ANGELES, Calif. — For expecting mothers, a healthy diet and lifestyle can make a big impact on their child’s development. A new study finds what a mom eats and drinks after the delivery can be just as important. Researchers at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles say drinking sugary beverages can affect the milk of breastfeeding parents.…

Oct 03, 2020 … BOSTON, Mass. — If you’ve ever been to a beauty salon, you may have noticed some of the strict health and safety rules workers must follow. Some of this has to do with groups like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention labeling exposure to hair dyes as a possible cause of cancer. So what does…

Sep 19, 2020 … ATLANTA — Cancer strikes people of all ages and in many different forms. While new medications and therapies are improving the outcomes for patients, a new report finds some concerning news for younger Americans. The American Cancer Society estimates nearly 90,000 people between 15 and 39 years-old will be diagnosed with cancer in 2020. The report…

Sep 09, 2020 … SHEFFIELD, England — Certain forms of cancer are particularly hard to treat. That may soon change, however, thanks to a potentially groundbreaking new drug just created by scientists from the University of Sheffield. The inventors say their drug could improve both life quality and expectancy for patients dealing with various forms of hard-to-treat cancer. That includes pancreatic…

Sep 01, 2020 … SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France — Patients with high blood pressure have plenty to worry about without thinking their medications will make them sick. For decades however, there have been conflicting reports that antihypertensive drugs may increase a person’s risk for cancer. Now, a new study is debunking these claims. British researchers say there is no evidence…

Jul 25, 2020 … BLACKSBURG, Va. – Our mouths contain a vast array of bacteria. While most of these cells are likely harmless, a new study reveals that one common bacteria can travel from the mouth to other parts of the body, triggering the spread of cancer cells. The diverse bacterial environment in our mouths is known as the…

Jul 06, 2020 … CLEVELAND — Today, low-income Americans have a much better chance of detecting cancer early on than in the past. Why? According to a new study, the answer to that question is the recent expansion of Medicaid coverage. In 2010, the Affordable Care Act was introduced, expanding Medicaid coverage for U.S. adults with incomes up to 138%…

Apr 17, 2020 … PHILADELPHIA — In the United States alone, it’s estimated that over 47,000 people will die from pancreatic cancer this year. Early detection could greatly improve many pancreatic cancer patients’ chances of beating the disease, and now a new blood test has shown considerable promise in that regard. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine…

Apr 08, 2020 … LUGANO, Switzerland — A promising new blood test has been developed for early cancer detection and, incredibly, researchers say it may be able to spot dozens of types of cancers in patients. Early cancer detection can identify tumors when patient outcomes are most favorable and treatment is less gruesome. Doctor say this new blood test…