A recent study spearheaded by University of South Florida (USF) Health researchers, in collaboration with TGH Cancer Institute, has unveiled a potential link between ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Researchers highlighted how these foods may contribute to chronic
In early 2023, the FDA's announcement of a shortage of two critical generic platinum chemotherapy drugs, cisplatin and carboplatin, alarmed the medical community. These drugs have been essential in the treatment of various advanced cancers for over 30 years, particularly lung, head and neck,
Advancements in cancer therapy have brought significant hope, especially with immune checkpoint blockades (ICBs), providing a groundbreaking treatment strategy for advanced cancers. Despite this, the effectiveness of ICBs has often been thwarted by therapeutic resistance, which renders
The Keck School of Medicine of USC has embarked on a groundbreaking research initiative aimed at addressing age-related cognitive decline in women. This significant effort is led by Dr. Young-Kwon Hong and has been bolstered by securing a $3.4 million federal grant from the Advanced Research
Autoimmune encephalitis (AE), a condition where the body's immune system turns against the brain, affects approximately one-third of global encephalitis cases and often leads to debilitating symptoms, including seizures, cognitive impairment, and motor dysfunctions. Despite advancements in
Ovarian cancer represents a significant health concern worldwide, being the eighth most frequently diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women globally. In 2022 alone, the disease accounted for over 324,000 new cases and 206,839 deaths across the globe. This
