A Common Type of Oral Bacteria May Spur Aggressive Colorectal Cancer

[ad_1] Key Takeaways Fusobacterium nucleatum, an oral bacterium, is linked to the development of colorectal cancer. The bacterium binds to cancer cells, activating growth factors that promote cancer proliferation and metastasis. Maintaining oral hygiene is essential to manage Fusobacterium nucleatum, reducing gum disease risk and its potential systemic health impact. Your mouth is teeming with … Read more

AP News Digest 6 p.m.

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Long COVID leaves telltale traces in the blood, finds new study

[ad_1] This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread Ok! Graphical abstract. Credit: Nature Immunology (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41590-024-01778-0 × close Graphical abstract. Credit: Nature Immunology (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41590-024-01778-0 Findings from the largest UK study … Read more

Cancer rates rising in young people due to ‘accelerated aging,’ new study finds: ‘Highly troubling’

[ad_1] {{#rendered}} {{/rendered}} Accelerated aging — when someone’s biological age is greater than their chronological age — could increase the risk of cancer tumors. That’s according to new research presented this week at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in San Diego, California. “Historically, both cancer and aging have been viewed primarily … Read more

China concerns bring new unity to once-turbulent US-Japan-Philippines relationship ahead of major White House summit

[ad_1] Seoul, South Korea CNN  —  Colonization, bloodshed, war crimes, occupation, controversial military bases. These are all issues intertwined in the collective history of the United States, Japan and the Philippines. But when the leaders of the three countries sit down at the White House on Thursday, a key topic will be a much more … Read more

Your dog may have an anti-aging drug before you do

[ad_1] This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked reputable news agency proofread Ok! by F.D. Flam, Bloomberg Opinion Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain × close Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Before we have an anti-aging drug for humans, we’re likely … Read more

Have scientists cracked cancer mystery in young people? Experts think they’ve pinpointed bodily changes that are driving skyrocketing cancer rates in under 50s

[ad_1] It is among the most puzzling medical mysteries of the moment: why are so many young, otherwise healthy people being diagnosed with cancer? Cases of the disease have shot up by 30 percent in people under 50 over the last 20 years – with high profile patients including Princess Kate Middleton, 42.  Globally, Australia … Read more