New research has shown that cancer is much more of a factor of one’s environment rather than one’s luck. Scientists have discovered that the body’s natural functions, or “luck”, only result in 10% to 30% […]
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Environmental Factors, Not ‘Bad Luck’, Responsible For Cancer Cases
New research has shown that cancer is much more of a factor of one’s environment rather than one’s luck. Scientists have discovered that the body’s natural functions, or “luck”, only result in 10% to 30% […]
Here Are Two More Benefits Moms Should Consider When Breastfeeding
New research shows that breastfeeding is beneficial to both the child and the mother. By consuming breast milk, the child has a better ability to fight diseases. Illnesses such as stomach viruses and ear infections […]
Pigeons Might Just Have A Career In The Healthcare Industry
Pigeons get a bad rap for being on the lower end of the intelligence scale in the aviary family. However, this reputation is not well-deserved. For one, the birds are known for their ability to […]
Greedy Officials Added Cancer-Causing Chemicals To City’s Water Supply
In tests to reduce the cost of water treatment options, the City of Sacramento added carcinogenic chemicals to its water supply without informing residents. The testing took place in 2013 and 2014. Officials experimented with […]
Study Shows Retail Industry Discriminates Against Cancer Survivors
According to a new study by researchers from Penn State University and Rice University, cancer survivors are less likely to receive a callback for a job within the retail sector in comparison to those who […]
New Research Finds Vegetable Oil Linked To Cancer, Alzheimer’s
Experts at Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) have found startling evidence that cooking with vegetable oil is dangerous to your health. The researchers found that when cooked the oil releases toxic chemicals that have been […]
We Might Be Able To Add To The List Of Things Marijuana Is Good For
Medical marijuana is already used to treat nausea, pain, glaucoma and more. But now, scientists believe that the plant might be useful in treating a variety of other illnesses. One study showed that medical marijuana […]
Google And Other Tech Companies Are Getting Involved In Mental Health And It Should Save Lives
Starting next week, Dr. Tom Insel will vacate his position as the head of the United States National Institute of Mental Health in order to go work for Google Life Sciences to study mental health […]
Warning Labels Might Soon Be Placed On Processed Meats In California
The state of California is looking into new World Health Organization (WHO) reports that processed meats are linked to cancer. The result could be that California would start putting warning labels on such products, a […]
FDA Approves First Of Its Kind Cancer Fighting Treatment And It’s A Virus
The first instance of a virus-based cancer treatment within the United States was approved by the FDA this week, raising researchers’ hopes that similar cancer-fighting methods will soon follow. The genetically engineered herpes virus known […]
Science Proves That Beer Marinades Are Useful For More Than Just Making Grilled Meats Taste Great
Who doesn’t love a cold beer while barbecuing? Enthusiasts can rejoice, as a new report from the University of Porto in Portugal says that adding beer to meat being grilled reduces the cancer causing carcinogens […]
Two Old-Fashioned Drugs Might Contain The Secrets To Beating Cancer
Recent studies have shown that taking some unexpected drugs can increase the likelihood of a person surviving a battle with cancer. Indeed, some of the world’s oldest and most widely used drugs might contain the […]
New World Health Organization Study Finds That Processed Meats Correlate With Cancer
Most people know that eating too much red meat has negative impacts on our health. Now the World Health Organization (WHO) has released a study that indicates processed meats such as ham, sausages and bacon […]
Clinical Trial Underway To Determine If Aspirin Can Prevent Recurrence Of Cancer
People have been using aspirin to cure aches and pains for years, as well as to help thin blood to maintain blood pressure and to help prevent cardiac disease. Now, the largest clinical trial of […]
Key To Cancer Cure Might Have Just Accidentally Been Found In Malaria
Danish scientists may have accidentally taken a huge step towards finding a cure for cancer when they unexpectedly discovered a malaria protein that may be an effective weapon against the disease. Ali Salanti from University […]
This New Investment Fund Will Focus On Companies Fighting Against Cancer
One investor has launched a new equity trading fund (ETF) that focuses on investing in pharmaceutical and biotech companies that are striving to develop immunities to cancer. Biotech blogger and investor Brad Loncar is offering […]
Researchers Are Discovering Why Elephants Are Better At Fighting Cancer Than Humans
Elephants have a strong defense system against cancer, and scientists from the University of Utah are starting to figure out why. Typically, large mammals are believed to be of particularly high risk for developing the […]
Ruling That Isolated Genes Cannot Be Patented Could Be A Major Blow To Big Pharma
The High Court of Australia has unanimously ruled that a variation of a gene that has been linked to an increased risk for cancer is not allowed to be patented. The court case was filed […]
New Study Find That Taller People Have An Increased Risk Of Cancer
A new Swedish study has found that taller people have an increased risk of skin cancer and breast cancer, as well as some other cancers. Five million people were studied in order to determine whether […]
Millions Of Cancer Patients Unable To Receive Treatment
More than 15 million people throughout the world are diagnosed with cancer every year. Unfortunately, more than three-fourths of these people will not be able to access safe and proper surgery designed to control or […]
Scientists Manipulate Plants to Produce Critical Medications
Plants are the source of many important medications. But when the plants that are needed are expensive or difficult to find, it can become a major problem for pharmacists. However, one Stanford scientist has come […]
A Virus Present In Almost Every U.S. Dairy Cow Was Just Strongly Linked To Breast Cancer
A new study shows that the odds of a woman developing breast cancer are much higher if the bovine leukemia virus (“BLV”) is present in breast tissue. In fact, the research suggests that the odds […]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Found To Significantly Lower The Risk Of Breast Cancer
It is generally well known that eating according to the principles of the Mediterranean Diet is a healthy life choice. Now there is evidence to show that eating a Mediterranean Diet supplemented with extra virgin […]
Miami Beach Will Now Provide Free Sunscreen To Help Bathers Look Younger (And Avoid Skin Cancer)
The city of Miami Beach, in a landmark move, has begun offering public sunscreen dispensers placed in near pools and beaches in order to curb cancer rates associated with prolonged sun exposure. With one in […]
Florida Research Team Discovers Biological ‘Off Switch’ For Cancer Cells
A team of scientific researchers from the Mayo Clinic in Florida have successfully reversed the development of cancer by “reprogramming” its cells, in a stunning breakthrough that thwarts further tumor growth. The new method effectively […]
Researchers Uncover Strong Link Between Being Overweight And Breast Cancer
It’s long been acknowledged that being overweight makes women more likely to develop cancer of the breast, but the explanations as to why have previously been unclear. Now scientists have established that tissue around breast […]
Breakthrough Russian Sensor Provides Early Warning Of Cancer, HIV And Hepatitis
Russian researchers have made a major breakthrough in detecting cancerous tumors using a highly sensitive nanomechanical sensor. Produced at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology’s Laboratory of Nanooptics and Plasmonics, the ultra compact sensor […]
Former President Jimmy Carter Diagnosed With Cancer
Former President Jimmy Carter announced late Wednesday that cancer in his liver has now spread to other parts of his body. Carter, 90, had undergone surgery to remove a “small mass” from his liver earlier […]
Avocados Found To Contain Key Cancer Fighting Chemical
Avocados, the single most popular fruit in the United States, are long known for their mild taste and healthy fats but new research shows that they may also contain a key to fighting leukemia. Molecules […]