Credit: PixabayBy combining digital tumor models with AI, researchers pinpointed proteins that accurately indicate both the presence and severity of cancer. Because urine tests are non-invasive, they could enable painless, at-home diagnostics in the future. Upcoming large-scale clinical trials aim to improve early detection and reduce unnecessary biopsies for men globally.Early Detection Hurdles: The...
Credit:PixabayAn international team studied cancer tissue samples from 981 people in 11 countries, looking for DNA mutations. In more than half of early-onset cases, colibactin damage was linked to the mutations.Researchers have linked colibactin to this cancer, but they haven't studied its role in patients under 50. This may help explain why colorectal cancer...
Credit: PixabayGenetic variants regulate key genes involved in DNA repair, energy production, and immune interactions, offering fresh insights into inherited cancer risks. Surprisingly, inflammation-related genes also emerged as potential cancer drivers, marking a major step toward precise genetic screening and personalized prevention.Thousands of tiny DNA sequence changes have been linked to cancer risk, but...
A new treatment could dissolve circulating cancer cells and prevent their spreadMartin Oeggerli (Micronaut), supp. by Pathology, Univ Hosp Basel, BioEM-Lab, Biozentrum, Unibas, N Aceto ETH ZurichOne of cancer’s deadliest traits is its ability to spread to other organs. Now, a drug already used in the treatment of heart disease has shown potential to...
Credit: PixabayPromising cancer drug dostarlimab is advancing toward broader availability after receiving Breakthrough Therapy Designation from the FDA. This designation aims to expedite its development and market approval, potentially cutting years off its timeline if further testing is successful.Dostarlimab (Jemperli), a PD-1-blocking antibody, showed groundbreaking results in clinical trials, eliminating rectal cancer tumors without...
Credit: PixabayA DNA test designed to screen for fetal abnormalities can sometimes uncover unexpected findings, including hidden cancer in the pregnant individual.A recent analysis revealed that cell-free DNA (cfDNA) screening, commonly used to detect chromosomal disorders, has the potential to identify undiagnosed cancers. Among patients whose cfDNA test results were ambiguous, nearly half were...
Credit: PixabayExotic mushrooms like Lion's mane have garnered attention for their medicinal benefits, but common varieties, such as the white button mushroom, may also offer immune-boosting effects.The white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) is the world’s most cultivated edible mushroom. Although not typically seen as medicinal, emerging studies suggest its extract may help slow or...
An artist's impression of CRISPR getting to work on cancer cells with the help of ultrasound pulsesWang Lab and Pepper WorkshopResearchers have developed an innovative gene therapy for cancer that can be remotely activated in specific areas of the body. The approach uses a version of CRISPR that responds to ultrasound pulses and has...
Image from PixabayScientists have developed an ultra-sensitive nanoscale sensor capable of detecting lung cancer by analyzing the levels of a chemical called isoprene in exhaled breath. This breakthrough may lead to a non-invasive, affordable way to catch the disease at an early stage, potentially saving numerous lives.Isoprene is released during the body’s process of...
The 'how' behind the link between red meat consumption and cancer has been identifiedDepositphotosMechanism Linking Red Meat to Colorectal Cancer IdentifiedResearchers have identified the mechanism that connects the excessive intake of red meat to colorectal cancer, along with a potential intervention strategy for this type of cancer.Red meat serves as a vital source of...
