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Just two radiotherapy sessions given over eight days can treat prostate cancer without any extra side effects
The treatment of prostate cancer has taken a significant step forward with the discovery that just two radiotherapy sessions can be as effective as the standard five sessions, without causing any
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Breast Cancer Spread Controlled Longer With Targeted Radiotherapy, Study Finds
New research suggests targeted radiotherapy can extend survival times for breast cancer patients whose disease has spread beyond the original tumor.
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Pakistan’s youth mental health crisis takes center stage as experts warn digital overload is reshaping young minds
The growing concern over the impact of excessive screen exposure, social media pressure, and the rapidly changing digital content culture on Pakistan's younger generation has sparked a nationwide
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Q&A: Examining the Quality of Life After Esophageal and Gastric Cancer Treatment
Kenneth Färnqvist will defend his thesis on May 29 examining how survivors of esophageal and gastric cancer experience long-term quality of life, symptoms, and self-care patterns.
France Says Andes Virus Matches Known South American Viruses
France's Pasteur Institute confirms the Andes virus detected on a cruise ship matches previously identified viruses from South America without any signs of increased transmissibility or danger.
New AI Tool Could Revolutionize Cancer Treatment
A Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University-led team has developed an AI-based tool that accelerates and reduces the cost of determining cancer gene expression, potentially making personalized
Meeting an AI Doctor Before Consultation Improves Cancer Patients' Understanding and Reduces Stress
Cancer patients who interact with an AI doctor before meeting their real-life consultant feel more knowledgeable and less stressed, according to research presented at ESTRO 2026.
Discovery of Fat-Burning 'Switch' Could Lead to Advances in Bone Disease Treatments
Scientists have identified a molecular "switch" that activates an energy-burning pathway in mice, potentially paving the way for new treatments against bone diseases.
Stronger regulation needed to address injectable peptide craze
Tougher regulation on peptide supplies is needed as illegal use skyrockets among young Australians, say researchers from the University of Queensland.
Harshly Parented Children Show Poorer Stress Regulation Development
New study by Penn State researchers finds physically or psychologically aggressive parenting hinders children's ability to regulate stress, even as dependency on parents decreases.
Gestational Diabetes Linked to Broader Health Risks for Partners
A study from the University of Oulu reveals that partners of women with gestational diabetes face higher risks of chronic diseases and mental health issues compared to those without gestational
Air pollution is hurting athletic performance and health
Air pollution is having a profound impact on athletic performance and health, with a recent study shedding light on the often overlooked threat it poses to athletes and active individuals.
Overactive MYC Protein Helps Tumors Repair DNA Damage and Resist Chemotherapy, Study Finds
A protein long associated with driving cancer growth has now been found to play a surprising role in helping damaged tumors survive.
A look at major Ebola outbreaks and when the disease was first identified
African health officials have confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in the Central African country of Congo, marking one of the latest significant flare-ups of the deadly virus.
Severe Childhood Malaria Linked to Cognitive Impairment Later in Life
Severe childhood malaria linked to long-term cognitive impairment, study finds from Indiana University School of Medicine researchers.
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