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Tooth loss leads to increased esophageal, head and neck, and lung cancer risk
Taking care of your teeth just became imperative, for Japanese researchers have found a strong link between tooth loss and increased risk of esophageal, head and neck, and lung cancers. ANI
Scientists uncover how smoking causes cancer
While smoking has long been linked to cancer, researchers have now uncovered the yet unknown mechanism behind this process, by identifying the protein that can actually lead to genetic changes causing lung cancer. ANI
Indian scientists identify immune system pathway to fight allergens, asthma
Indian scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified genetic components of dendritic cells that play a crucial role in asthma and allergy-related immune response malfunction. ANI
Indian scientists identify immune system pathway to fight allergens, asthma
Indian scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified genetic components of dendritic cells that play a crucial role in asthma and allergy-related immune response malfunction. ANI
Women who quit smoking cut death risks in 5 years
Women who quit smoking cut their risks of death from heart disease significantly within five years and have a 20 percent lower chance of dying from smoking-related cancers within that time period, says a new study. ANI
Chemotherapeutic drugs with herbal extracts may inhibit cancer cell growth
A new study from Thammasat University has revealed that a combination of chemotherapeutic drugs with chemicals derived from plants can effectively inhibit cancer cell growth in lungs and liver. ANI
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Scientists launch groundbreaking tool for personalized treatment of lung cancer
Scientists have launched a pioneering free tool to help oncologists select the best therapies for patients with non-small-cell lung cancer. ANI
Common viruses may contribute to lung cancer development
Common viruses, like human papilloma virus (HPV) and measls virus, may lead to development of lung cancer, according to new reports. ANI
Cancer immunotherapy lowers post surgery relapse in lung cancer patients
A new study has revealed that cancer immunotherapy may lower the risk of relapse among lung cancer patients after surgery. ANI
Scientists based in The Netherlands have unveiled two potential biomarkers that may enable doctors to monitor the effectiveness of treatment with sunitinib or bevacizumab for kidney, and non-small cell lung cancer. ANIMouth may tell the extent of smoking-related lung damage
A University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Centre team, led by an Indian researcher, has revealed that mouth can convey the extent of damage caused to lungs by smoking. ANIEducated individuals live longer than the less-educated: Study
The more educated you are, the longer you will live - at least according to a new study by researchers at Harvard Medical School and Harvard University. ANI
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