Read about this week News Digest’s cancer research breakthrough headlines including National screening programs, a new drug for aggressive childhood brain cancer, HPV vaccination in Rwanda, and more. Original article at: https://scienceblog.cancerresearchuk.org/2019/05/11/news-digest-nhs-staff-shortages-hpv-vaccine-in-rwanda-prostate-cancer-guidelines-and-sunscreen-chemicals/...
£6 million fund to boost number of Scots doctors involved in cancer research
Scottish science is set to receive a multimillion-pound boost to transform training for doctors who undertake cancer research – and help retain women scientists in the field. “If we’re to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured, we need all our doctors and scientists to be able to reach…...
Eating for Cancer Prevention
We’ve all heard about the importance of healthy eating and living for longevity, but how influential is it for cancer, specifically? Are diet and lifestyle influential enough to significantly reduce cancer formation and progression? The answer is “yes!” Approximately 30-40% of cancer diagnoses could be prevented by modest diet…...
Cocoa & cancer prevention
Who doesn’t love chocolate? When it comes to celebrating love and friendship, chocolate is the sweetest gift we can get from a loved one. However, there are consequences that aren’t that sweet! The truth is, dark chocolate contains powerful antioxidants called flavanols, but also includes cocoa butter, which has high…...
Prevention Tips for Ovarian Cancer
Prevention Tips: Oral Contraceptives: Oral contraceptives reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, and longer-term use provides a greater reduction in ovarian cancer risk than shorter-term use. Although oral contraceptives can have a range of health effects, decisions about the use of oral contraceptives should be made on an individual basis,…...
7 Simple Strategies to Boost Your Health
When it comes to a diet rich in cancer-fighting foods, most experts agree that it should consist of a predominantly plant-based diet as fruits and vegetables. It’s now the perfect time to incorporate more healthy eating habits into your daily routine. Fruits and vegetables provide the essential vitamins, minerals, fiber and disease-fighting…...
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