Category: Medical Research
A New Treatment with Less Side Effects for the Most Severe Head and Neck Cancers
Newly discovered therapeutic antibodies could be a promising alternative to the harsh treatments that are currently used for the most severe forms of head and neck cancer. Patient survival …Intense Exercise Linked to Higher Coronary Calcium Scores, But Risk Remains Unclear
Key Takeaways Exercise is linked to increased coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores, but this may indicate stable plaque rather than higher heart attack risk. The study is observational and …
Danish Study Shows That Ice Bathers Can Tolerate Cold Temperature Longer than Non Ice Bathers
How does the body react to extreme temperature changes? In search of answers, Danish researchers have conducted experiments with habitual users of saunas and ice bathers. People in Scandinavian …Phenchol a Compound That Is Found in Basil May Be Effective against Alzheimer’s Disease
Sometimes the most common foods have surprising properties. This is the case with basil, which contains a molecule called phenchol that acts on Alzheimer’s symptoms through the intestines. Our …Role of Mutated Tumor Suppressor Genes in Facilitating Cancer Cells Avoidance of the Immune System
Cancer contributes significantly to the disease burden in the USA, and it is also one of the leading causes of disease and death. According to the National Cancer Institute …
Naltrexone May Have a Role in Reducing Weight Gain Caused by Nicotine Withdrawal
Smoking is the leading cause of disease and death in the US. It accounts for 480,000 deaths annually. It is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease. Although …