Comorbidities in midlife have distinct associations with cancer development“Key takeaways: Respiratory, cardiovascular and metabolic conditions increased risk for cancer incidence. All comorbidity types increased risk for at least one cancer type, but some seemed to...
FREE Hepatitis C Testing Event“Know your status. Protect your health. Lincoln County Public Health and the Oregon Health Authority are hosting a free Hepatitis C testing event on Monday, May 19, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the American Legion 424 W Olive St, Newport, OR...
Brain structural alterations and cognitive dysfunction in lung cancer patients without brain metastasis“This study explored the relationship between cognitive function and brain structure in lung cancer (LCs) patients without brain metastases and healthy controls...
Exercise may lessen cancer treatment side effects, including brain fog, fatigue“Researchers recently conducted an umbrella-review to examine the impact exercise can have on people undergoing cancer treatment. The results indicated that exercise can mitigate some of...
Trump Administration’s CDC Cuts Threaten Safety and Progress in Blood Disorders“The Trump administration’s recent budget cuts to various health agencies under the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) could pose significant risks to patient safety and...
‘Screening Saves’ initiative launched to combat rising lung cancer rates Less Is More With Advanced Surgical Approaches in Early-Stage NSCLC“Historically, lobectomies were the standard surgical technique for patients with early-stage non–small cell lung cancer...
Walking After Meals: Small Habit, Big Metabolic Gains“Did you know that your blood sugar can spike by 30% or more after a typical meal, even if you do not have diabetes? However, the solution could be as simple as taking a short walk after eating. Emerging research...
Incarcerated men sue Essex County sheriff for denying hepatitis C treatment“A federal class action lawsuit filed this week claims a controversial medical services contractor for Essex County jails — and by extension Sheriff Kevin Coppinger — refuses to provide...
AACR: HER2 targeted therapy shows promise in previously treated lung cancers“Key Takeaways: Zongertinib, a HER2-targeted therapy made by Boehringer Ingelheim, demonstrated promising results in HER2-mutant lung cancer. These cancers are associated with resistance to...
Exercise boosts brain health — even when energy is low“We know exercise is good for our body, but what about our brains? A new study from the University of Missouri suggests that exercise plays a crucial role in keeping our minds sharp, even when one of the brain’s...
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