In the quest to understand the intricate relationships between the gut microbiome and our overall health, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have uncovered a significant connection between specific microbially-modified bile acids and colorectal cancer risk. This groundbreaking
The effectiveness of cannabidiol (CBD) in reducing anxiety among patients with advanced breast cancer has become an intriguing subject for researchers, especially in the context of scan-related anxiety. A recent study conducted by researchers from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Mass General
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WashU Medicine) has been awarded a significant five-year, $10.8 million grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This funding renewal aims to advance the institution's ongoing research in
In a significant breakthrough, Poolbeg Pharma announced positive pre-clinical study results for their drug POLB 001, presented at the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting. The study focused on the drug's potential to prevent Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS), a frequently
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,
