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In India, a groundbreaking study reveals that alcohol acts as a standalone risk factor for buccal mucosa cancer. Strikingly, consuming just under one standard drink a day can increase the likelihood of developing this cancer. When mixed with tobacco, the threat multiplies, suggesting that steering clear of these substances could potentially avert over 11% of…
Pickled vegetables have been one of the most important parts of diets from many parts of the world, especially in East Asia. People love them not only for their sour flavour but also because they can be stored for a long period of time. However, over the last few decades, questions regarding the potential association…
Cancer of the prostate has become the leading cause of cancer diagnoses among males in the United Kingdom. Its treatment, therefore, is not without its challenges. To slow cancer growth, one of the most popular treatment methods is androgen deprivation therapy, or hormone therapy. It is a therapy that lowers testosterone levels. However, this therapy…
In a heartfelt announcement, former Senator Ben Sasse disclosed his battle with stage-four pancreatic cancer, choosing honesty over speculation. He emphasized the importance of family during this challenging time, drawing strength from his spiritual beliefs rather than succumbing to despair. Former US Senator Ben Sasse shared a deeply personal update on X, formerly known as…
NEW DELHI: Disrupted sleep, rising stress levels and central obesity are emerging as major drivers of India’s growing breast cancer burden, which is projected to rise by 5.6% annually and add nearly 50,000 new cases every year, according to a major new study by the ICMR-National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research.The systematic review and…
CHENNAI: A tiny needle system that sends cancer drugs directly into breast cancer cells, while protecting healthy ones, has been developed by researchers from IIT Madras and two Australian universities – Monash University and Deakin University. The nanotechnology injection delivery system packs the anticancer drug, doxorubicin, into special protective bubbles, then pushes it inside cells…
Iconic British artist Chris Rea, cherished for his timeless classic ‘Driving Home for Christmas,’ has sadly passed away at the age of 74 after a short illness. His courageous fight against pancreatic cancer and a stroke has come to a close, leaving a profound impact through his blues-rock anthems such as ‘The Road to Hell….
In numerous communities across South and Southeast Asia, areca nut chewing is often regarded as a benign tradition. Yet, this seemingly innocuous habit harbors a grave danger: it significantly elevates the risk of oral cancer due to harmful compounds like arecoline, which wreak havoc on cellular structures. Areca nut, also called betel nut, is chewed…
Male Breast Cancer: Doctors warn about common risk factors, early symptoms and signs to watch out for and 4 ways to prevent it Much like finding a single sock missing after laundry day, it is easy for men to overlook the possibility of breast cancer, especially when our society insists that it is “a woman’s…
Eggs have always held a special place on our plates, from simple boiled ones at breakfast to hearty omelets packed with veggies. Lately, though, social media buzz-and some news clips stirred up fears about cancer risks tied to eating them. Thankfully, India’s top food safety body-the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), put…
