How aggressive breast cancer controls protein productionHow aggressive breast cancer controls protein production
A previously unknown mechanism that makes it possible for aggressive so-called triple-negative breast cancer to fine-tune its production of proteins has been discovered by researchers at Umeå University, Sweden. The discovery increases our understanding of how tumors grow and adapt, and it opens up research into new future treatments. The study is published in Cancer Letters.
Supplement Tied to Stroke Risk; Cheese Recall Is Most Serious; GLP-1 Pioneer DiesSupplement Tied to Stroke Risk; Cheese Recall Is Most Serious; GLP-1 Pioneer Dies
(MedPage Today) — Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Silintan capsules, a dietary supplement marketed for joint and body aches, have been recalled due to the presence of meloxicam, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory… (MedPage Today) — Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Silintan capsules, a dietary supplement marketed for Read More
How Ozempic and Wegovy are quietly cutting America’s food billsHow Ozempic and Wegovy are quietly cutting America’s food bills
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing how Americans spend money on food. A large Cornell study found households cut grocery spending by over 5% within six months, with even bigger drops at fast-food restaurants. Snack foods and sweets saw the steepest declines, while only a few categories like yogurt and fruit rose slightly. Read More
Genetic Testing for All Breast Cancer PatientsGenetic Testing for All Breast Cancer Patients
This randomized clinical trial compares standard genetic counseling and qualitative counseling using a visual decision support tool among patients with unilateral breast cancer to assess their understanding of risk for contralateral breast cancer.
Risk Counseling Tools for Contralateral Breast Cancer Risk After Genetic TestingRisk Counseling Tools for Contralateral Breast Cancer Risk After Genetic Testing
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Regular Physical Activity Thwarts Fatigue, Boosts QoL in Colorectal CancerRegular Physical Activity Thwarts Fatigue, Boosts QoL in Colorectal Cancer
(MedPage Today) — SAN FRANCISCO — Patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) had significantly less fatigue and better quality of life (QoL) when they remained physically active during treatment and recovery, a large prospective study showed.
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I’m a Dietitian Taking A GLP-1. These Are My Go-To Simple MealsI’m a Dietitian Taking A GLP-1. These Are My Go-To Simple Meals
These medications changed not only my appetite, but the entire way I think about food, hunger, and self-care. These medications changed not only my appetite, but the entire way I think about food, hunger, and self-care.
Surgery Beats GLP-1 Drugs for Fat Loss, Muscle Retention, Study SuggestsSurgery Beats GLP-1 Drugs for Fat Loss, Muscle Retention, Study Suggests
(MedPage Today) — Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 receptor agonists both reduced fat mass over 2 years of treatment, but surgery was associated with a more favorable body composition, a cohort study indicated. By month 24, the covariate-adjusted… (MedPage Today) — Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 receptor agonists both reduced fat mass over 2 years of Read More
Mapping metastasis—how nutrient availability shapes breast cancer’s spreadMapping metastasis—how nutrient availability shapes breast cancer’s spread
Breast cancer can spread—or metastasize—to many different parts of the body, but it’s not well understood why tumors grow better in some organs than others.
Health Myths Debunked; Astronaut’s Medical Crisis; GLP-1 for Psoriatic ArthritisHealth Myths Debunked; Astronaut’s Medical Crisis; GLP-1 for Psoriatic Arthritis
(MedPage Today) — Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Doctors debunked five women’s health myths on mammograms, menopause, exercise, and more. (NPR) The FDA rejected tasimelteon (Hetlioz) as a treatment for jet lag… (MedPage Today) — Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Doctors debunked five women’s health myths Read More