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Vitamin D receptor presence in breast cancer tumors linked to better survival outcomes

Research identifies vitamin D receptors (VDR) in breast cancer tumors as a promising prognostic marker, linking VDR presence to tumor characteristics, survival outcomes, and potentially informing treatment strategies.

25 Mar 2024

Review explains lesser-known yet vital components of the Mediterranean diet

A comprehensive overview of the Mediterranean diet's underappreciated components, revealing new dietary factors beyond the well-studied fruits, vegetables, and olive oil, including eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and red wine, to better define and benefit from this diet.

25 Mar 2024

New method paves the way for clearer dietary guidelines on brain health

Study outlines a protocol for harmonizing disparate data on the link between dietary habits and cognitive health from various research, aiming to consolidate findings into actionable dietary guidelines.

25 Mar 2024

Study reveals breakthrough in non-invasive detection of endometrial cancer

Study uncovers proteomic signatures in blood plasma and cervicovaginal fluid that could lead to non-invasive detection methods for endometrial cancer, demonstrating significant potential for early diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

24 Mar 2024

Study reveals ADHD medication reduces psychiatric hospitalizations and work disability

Study highlights the benefits and potential risks of ADHD medication, revealing that stimulants like amphetamines and methylphenidate reduce the risk of psychiatric hospitalization and improve long-term employment outcomes, though concerns about adverse effects such as increased heart rate and potential for triggering psychosis or mania remain.

24 Mar 2024

Link found between neighborhood poverty, food access, and birth outcomes

Living in neighborhoods where residents have lower incomes and limited food access during pregnancy was associated with an increased risk of babies born small for gestational age or with lower birthweight, according to a new study from the NIH Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program.

22 Mar 2024

Maintaining optimal heart health after pregnancy can mitigate cardiovascular disease risk

Women with a history of adverse pregnancy complications are at significantly higher risk of developing heart disease but can reduce their risk by maintaining optimal heart health after pregnancy, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Epidemiology and Prevention│Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Scientific Sessions 2024, March 18- 21, in Chicago.

22 Mar 2024

Study demonstrates safe reduction of lymph node removal in breast cancer patients

Patients with breast cancer that has started to spread to the lymph nodes in the armpit can safely avoid extensive removal of the lymph nodes if their treatment is tailored to their response to cancer-killing therapies such as chemotherapy before surgery.

22 Mar 2024

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

For Endometriosis Awareness Month, NewsMedical interviewed Audrey Tsang, CEO of Clue.

22 Mar 2024

Study sheds new light on the link between women's menstrual cycles, emotions, and sleep patterns

Women experience disruptions in their sleep patterns and report heightened feelings of anger in the days leading up to their period, according to new research.

21 Mar 2024

Low-dose boost of radiotherapy keeps young breast cancer patients recurrence-free

The vast majority of young patients given a low-dose boost of radiotherapy to the site where their breast cancer was removed in addition to whole breast radiotherapy, remained free of local recurrence after ten years, according to results of the 'Young boost trial' presented at the 14th European Breast Cancer Conference.

21 Mar 2024

Biomechanical model simulates breast tumor growth

Scientists from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and Johns Hopkins University (JHU), in the USA, have analyzed the growth of breast tumors from a biomechanical perspective and have created a computational model that simulates the invasion process of cancer cells, depending on the characteristics of the surrounding tissue and cell junctions, among other parameters.

21 Mar 2024

Combined scanning technique could refine treatment for early-stage breast cancer patients

Using a combined scanning technique on patients with early-stage breast cancer improved treatment in almost three out of ten cases in a trial presented at the 14th European Breast Cancer Conference today.

21 Mar 2024

Researchers develop AI tool to predict side effects of treatment in breast cancer patients

A team of international researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can predict which breast cancer patients may be at risk of side effects after surgery and radiotherapy.

21 Mar 2024

Middle age: A critical turning point for brain health and cognition

Review emphasizes the significance of midlife for cognitive trajectories and brain health, advocating for research models that capture non-linear changes to better understand the unique processes occurring during this period.

20 Mar 2024

Enhancing the safety and efficacy of breast and ovarian cancer treatment

Some anti-cancer treatments not only target tumour cells but also healthy cells. If their effects on the latter are too strong, their use can become limiting.

20 Mar 2024

Hearing loss linked to accelerated Alzheimer's progression via GDF1 pathway

Study unveils the GDF1 signaling pathway's role in mitigating the adverse effects of hearing loss on Alzheimer's disease, spotlighting potential avenues for therapeutic development.

20 Mar 2024

Joint hypermobility linked to longer COVID-19 recovery time

Study shows that individuals with generalized joint hypermobility have a 30% higher risk of not recovering from acute COVID-19, highlighting the need for tailored treatment and care.

20 Mar 2024

New treatment approach improves recurrence-free survival in early breast cancer patients

A new treatment approach that combines a targeted therapy drug with hormone therapy significantly increased the amount of time a person with stage 2 or 3 HR-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer lives without the cancer returning, according to a new study co-led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center investigators.

20 Mar 2024

Enhanced screening could significantly decrease cervical cancer cases and deaths

Getting screened for cervical cancer isn't fun. And getting an alert that your initial exam showed a potential sign of trouble, and that you need to go back for a test or procedure to rule out cancer, is even less fun.

20 Mar 2024

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Women's Health News

Vitamin D receptor presence in breast cancer tumors linked to better survival outcomes

Review explains lesser-known yet vital components of the Mediterranean diet

New method paves the way for clearer dietary guidelines on brain health

Study reveals breakthrough in non-invasive detection of endometrial cancer

Study reveals ADHD medication reduces psychiatric hospitalizations and work disability

Link found between neighborhood poverty, food access, and birth outcomes

Maintaining optimal heart health after pregnancy can mitigate cardiovascular disease risk

Study demonstrates safe reduction of lymph node removal in breast cancer patients

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

Study sheds new light on the link between women's menstrual cycles, emotions, and sleep patterns

Low-dose boost of radiotherapy keeps young breast cancer patients recurrence-free

Biomechanical model simulates breast tumor growth

Combined scanning technique could refine treatment for early-stage breast cancer patients

Researchers develop AI tool to predict side effects of treatment in breast cancer patients

Middle age: A critical turning point for brain health and cognition

Enhancing the safety and efficacy of breast and ovarian cancer treatment

Hearing loss linked to accelerated Alzheimer's progression via GDF1 pathway

Joint hypermobility linked to longer COVID-19 recovery time

New treatment approach improves recurrence-free survival in early breast cancer patients

Enhanced screening could significantly decrease cervical cancer cases and deaths

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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