PLANT-HEAVY DIETS MORE FIRMLY LINKED TO LOWER CANCER RATES IN NEW STUDY

PLANT-HEAVY DIETS MORE FIRMLY LINKED TO LOWER CANCER RATES IN NEW STUDY A new large-scale study strengthens the link between plant-based diets and a reduced risk of cancer. Published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the research analyzed nearly 80,000 cancer-free individuals from the Adventist Health Study, tracking their diets and cancer outcomes over […]

WARNING 10 SIGNS OF NASOPHARYNGEAL CANCER

WARNING 10 SIGNS OF NASOPHARYNGEAL CANCER Don’t Ignore the Signals! Signs and symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer include: Tinnitus, or ringing in your ears. Hearing loss and a feeling of fullness in your ears. Ear infections that won’t go away. Headaches. Stuffy nose and/or nosebleeds. Facial pain and or numbness. Difficulty breathing or speaking or opening […]

NO CHEMO, NO RADIATION, A CANCER VACCINE TO TARGET AND DESTROY ANY TUMOR

NO CHEMO, NO RADIATION, A CANCER VACCINE TO TARGET AND DESTROY ANY TUMOR Scientists at the University of Florida have developed an experimental mRNA cancer vaccine that could pave the way for a universal, non-toxic cancer treatment. Unlike traditional therapies that target specific types of tumors, this vaccine trains the immune system to recognize and […]

MACROPHAGE DEVOURS CANCER CELLS

MACROPHAGE DEVOURS CANCER CELLS The word #macrophage comes from ancient greek and literally means “large eater”. This definition perfectly captures the devouring nature of this cell, whose mission is to engulf and kill pathogens. In addition, macrophages play a key role in #immunity, as they secrete a variety of modulator substances and are professional antigen-presenting […]

WARNING 8 SIGNS OF TONSIL CANCER

WARNING 8 SIGNS OF TONSIL CANCER Don’t Ignore the Signals! Signs and symptoms of tonsil cancer include: Bad breath (halitosis) Sore throat that won’t go away Blood in your saliva Difficulty swallowing, speaking or chewing Ear pain Mouth pain Sores in the back of your mouth that don’t heal Swollen lymph nodes in your neck […]

HEMANGIOMAS OF THE HEAD AND NECK

HEMANGIOMAS OF THE HEAD AND NECK Infantile hemangiomas are benign vascular tumors commonly observed in children. They occur most commonly on the head and neck. Hemangiomas happen when developing blood vessels grow incorrectly, forming tumor-like growths. They aren’t cancerous, and they’re usually not dangerous. But when they form in the wrong place, you might need […]

APOPTOSIS, PROGRAMMED CELL DEATH

APOPTOSIS, PROGRAMMED CELL DEATH #Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a highly regulated process that eliminates cells with critical damage that could not be repaired. Once apoptosis is activated by either immune cells or the protein p53, the damaged cell shrinks and generates apoptotic cell debris, known as apoptotic bodies. These apoptotic bodies are phagocytized […]

WARNING 5 SIGNS OF ESOPHAGEAL CANCER

WARNING 5 SIGNS OF ESOPHAGEAL CANCER Esophageal cancer may not cause symptoms early on. Symptoms of esophageal cancer usually happen when the disease is advanced. Don’t Ignore the Signals! Signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer include: Difficulty swallowing. Chest pain, pressure or burning. Coughing or hoarseness. Weight loss without trying. Worsening indigestion or heartburn. Early […]

THE PROTEIN P53, THE GUARDIAN OF THE GENOME

THE PROTEIN P53, THE GUARDIAN OF THE GENOME The protein p53 is often referred to as the “guardian of the genome” because of its central role in protecting cells from cancer. It acts as a tumor suppressor, meaning it prevents cells from dividing uncontrollably and forming tumors. When DNA damage occurs, p53 can stop the […]