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This 'sweet spot' could improve melanoma diagnosis

This 'sweet spot' could improve melanoma diagnosis

by Florida Atlantic UniversityMelanoma image example: original, i.e., no segmentation (f) and five degrees of segmentation -- from (a) through (e). Credit: Florida Atlantic UniversityToo much, to

This 'sweet spot' could improve melanoma diagnosis

by Florida Atlantic UniversityMelanoma image example: original, i.e., no segmentation (f) and five degrees of segmentation -- from (a) through (e). Credit: Florida Atlantic UniversityToo much, to
Study: Value of chemotherapy post immunotherapy in stage IV non-small cell lung cancer

Study: Value of chemotherapy post immunotherapy in stage IV non-small cell lung cancer

by Impact Journals LLCResponse to docetaxel in second or third line treatment for non-small cell lung cancer after a treatment with chemo-immunotherapy. Credit:Oncotarget(2023). DOI: 10.18

Study: Value of chemotherapy post immunotherapy in stage IV non-small cell lung cancer

by Impact Journals LLCResponse to docetaxel in second or third line treatment for non-small cell lung cancer after a treatment with chemo-immunotherapy. Credit:Oncotarget(2023). DOI: 10.18
Researchers show how a tumor cell's location and environment affect its identity

Researchers show how a tumor cell's location and environment affect its identity

by National Institutes of HealthDifferences in cell layers' fluorescent-dye uptake in a model of high-grade serous ovarian cancer. Credit: David B. Morse.Using 3D models of ovarian cancer tum

Researchers show how a tumor cell's location and environment affect its identity

by National Institutes of HealthDifferences in cell layers' fluorescent-dye uptake in a model of high-grade serous ovarian cancer. Credit: David B. Morse.Using 3D models of ovarian cancer tum
Overweight before age 40 increases cancer risk

Overweight before age 40 increases cancer risk

by Kim E. Andreassen,University of BergenObesity is a risk factor for many types of cancer. Credit: Colourbox.In an international study, lead by the University of Bergen, the researchers wanted

Overweight before age 40 increases cancer risk

by Kim E. Andreassen,University of BergenObesity is a risk factor for many types of cancer. Credit: Colourbox.In an international study, lead by the University of Bergen, the researchers wanted
Bacteria subtype linked to growth in up to 50% of human colorectal cancers, researchers report

Bacteria subtype linked to growth in up to 50% of human colorectal cancers, researchers report

byFred Hutchinson Cancer CenterA microscope image shows a human colorectal cancer tumor with Fusobacterium nucleatum stained in a red-purple color. The bacterium is commonly found in people'

Bacteria subtype linked to growth in up to 50% of human colorectal cancers, researchers report

byFred Hutchinson Cancer CenterA microscope image shows a human colorectal cancer tumor with Fusobacterium nucleatum stained in a red-purple color. The bacterium is commonly found in people'
Genetic test identifies patients with triple negative breast cancer who are unlikely to respond to immunotherapies

Genetic test identifies patients with triple negative breast cancer who are unlikely to respond to immunotherapies

by European Organisation for Research and Treatment of CancerProfessor Laura van 't Veer presented latest results from the I-SPY2 phase 2 clinical trial at the 14th European Breast Cancer Conferen

Genetic test identifies patients with triple negative breast cancer who are unlikely to respond to immunotherapies

by European Organisation for Research and Treatment of CancerProfessor Laura van 't Veer presented latest results from the I-SPY2 phase 2 clinical trial at the 14th European Breast Cancer Conferen
Supporting smokers with new lung health checks could save thousands of lives

Supporting smokers with new lung health checks could save thousands of lives

by University of NottinghamCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers and national cancer charities strongly welcome the UK Government's decision to back National Screening Committee recom

Supporting smokers with new lung health checks could save thousands of lives

by University of NottinghamCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers and national cancer charities strongly welcome the UK Government's decision to back National Screening Committee recom
Drinking alcohol not likely to increase risk of a breast cancer recurrence

Drinking alcohol not likely to increase risk of a breast cancer recurrence

by Kaiser PermanenteCredit: CC0 Public DomainA Kaiser Permanente study provides new information that may help oncologists answer one of the most common questions they hear from breast cancer surv

Drinking alcohol not likely to increase risk of a breast cancer recurrence

by Kaiser PermanenteCredit: CC0 Public DomainA Kaiser Permanente study provides new information that may help oncologists answer one of the most common questions they hear from breast cancer surv
New study shows substantial racial and ethnic disparities among survivors of second primary cancers in the US

New study shows substantial racial and ethnic disparities among survivors of second primary cancers in the US

by American Cancer SocietyResearchers highlight the need for more research to address survival disparities among multiple primary cancer survivors. Credit: American Cancer SocietyIn new findings

New study shows substantial racial and ethnic disparities among survivors of second primary cancers in the US

by American Cancer SocietyResearchers highlight the need for more research to address survival disparities among multiple primary cancer survivors. Credit: American Cancer SocietyIn new findings
Researchers identify traits linked to better outcomes in HPV-linked head and neck cancer

Researchers identify traits linked to better outcomes in HPV-linked head and neck cancer

by UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterUsing a new blood test that's in development, University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers identified character

Researchers identify traits linked to better outcomes in HPV-linked head and neck cancer

by UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterUsing a new blood test that's in development, University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers identified character
Beating cancer-related fatigue with personalized interventions

Beating cancer-related fatigue with personalized interventions

byUniversity of TwenteFlow diagram of selection of eligible studies. Credit:European Journal of Cancer Care(2022). DOI: 10.1111/ecc.13754After diagnosis and treatment of breast cance

Beating cancer-related fatigue with personalized interventions

byUniversity of TwenteFlow diagram of selection of eligible studies. Credit:European Journal of Cancer Care(2022). DOI: 10.1111/ecc.13754After diagnosis and treatment of breast cance
Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk

Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk

by Jessica Saenz,Mayo ClinicCredit: Kampus Production from PexelsIf you've been diagnosed with prostate cancer, exploring what may have contributed to your cancer might not be at the top of

Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk

by Jessica Saenz,Mayo ClinicCredit: Kampus Production from PexelsIf you've been diagnosed with prostate cancer, exploring what may have contributed to your cancer might not be at the top of