How metastatic cancer cells get their energy
In a recent study, biomedical engineers at Duke University found that metastatic cancer cells can reprogram their metabolism to thrive in new organs.
Specifically, the...
This sleep problem could boost lung cancer growth
A new scientific study shows that sleep apnea can favor lung cancer growth in young individuals.
The study is carried out by researchers from the...
What you need to know about colorectal cancer screening
Colonoscopy is a common screening method to detect colorectal cancer in the United States.
The method is popular because the procedure cannot only screen for...
This dinosaur-killer meteoroid metal can kill cancer cells
In a recent study, researchers find that cancer cells can be killed with metal from the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs.
The results show that...
Matcha green tea could kill cancer stem cells, Stanford study shows
In a new Stanford University study, researchers found that matcha green tea could kill cancer stem cells in laboratory tests.
Matcha green tea is a...
Why chronic inflammation could cause cancer
In a recent study from University in Philadelphia, researchers find that inflammation from chronic skin injury can trigger DNAS mutations for skin cancer.
It is...
How to choose a cancer doctor wisely
For people diagnosed with cancer, one big decision is choosing an oncologist, or cancer doctor that can help most.
It is important to ask a...
Blood-borne cancer detection receives gold-plated boost
Imagine if a simple blood test could spot cancer early and speed up diagnosis?
Well, scientists at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) are...
Many people with colon cancer may not need chemotherapy
In a new study from Uppsala University, researchers find that many patients with colon cancer do not need any chemotherapy.
In addition, among patients who...
Lung cancer mortality in women may increase 40% by 2030
In a new study of data from 52 countries, researchers find that lung cancer mortality rate among women is projected to increase by 43%...