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Cancer Survival Reaches 70% Benchmark, Sparking Optimism and Caution
health2 months ago

Cancer Survival Reaches 70% Benchmark, Sparking Optimism and Caution

The American Cancer Society reports that for patients diagnosed between 2015 and 2021, 70% survived at least five years, a dramatic rise from 49% in the 1970s, thanks to better treatments, early detection, and reduced smoking. Gains extend to previously deadly cancers (myeloma, liver, lung) and to advanced-stage disease, with an estimated 4.8 million cancer deaths prevented from 1991-2023. Yet rising incidence in several cancers and persistent disparities—Native Americans showing higher mortality—underscore ongoing inequities. With more than 2 million new cases expected in 2026, and policy funding cuts risking research progress, sustained investment remains crucial.

via Gizmodo|
#american-cancer-society#cancer#five-year-survival
Doctors Warn of Rising Cancer Risks in Young Men
health9 months ago

Doctors Warn of Rising Cancer Risks in Young Men

Doctors warn that testicular cancer is rising among men aged 20-40, with low awareness and screening rates, despite high treatability when caught early. The disease affects about 1 in 270 young men annually, and early detection through self-exams is crucial for a high survival rate of 95%. Notable cases include athletes Lance Armstrong and Nathan Adrian, highlighting the importance of awareness and timely diagnosis.

via dailymail.co.uk|
#awareness#early-detection#health
High-Dose Vitamin C Shows Potential in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
health1 year ago

High-Dose Vitamin C Shows Potential in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

A study published in Redox Biology reveals that adding high-dose intravenous vitamin C to chemotherapy significantly extends the survival of patients with late-stage pancreatic cancer from eight to 16 months. Conducted by researchers at the University of Iowa, the trial involved 34 patients and demonstrated not only increased survival but also improved patient tolerance to treatment. This promising approach, which has shown similar benefits in other cancers like glioblastoma, highlights the potential of high-dose vitamin C as an adjunctive cancer therapy.

via Study Finds|
#cancer-treatment#chemotherapy#health
"Breakthrough Cancer Vaccine Doubles Survival Rate for Dogs"
health2 years ago

"Breakthrough Cancer Vaccine Doubles Survival Rate for Dogs"

Yale researchers have developed a cancer vaccine for dogs that nearly doubles their 12-month survival rate, and it may also be a powerful treatment for humans with cancer. The vaccine triggers the production of antibodies that bind to proteins commonly found on certain cancer cells, and it has shown promising results in clinical trials with over 300 dogs. The vaccine could be approved for use in dogs as soon as April, potentially revolutionizing veterinary oncology, and there are hopes for future trials in humans.

via Freethink|
#cancer-vaccine#dogs#health
"Surprising Diagnosis: Stage 4 Lung Cancer at 37 Without Smoking History"
health2 years ago

"Surprising Diagnosis: Stage 4 Lung Cancer at 37 Without Smoking History"

Tiffany Job, a non-smoker, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer at 37 after mistaking her symptoms for a pulled muscle. Despite never smoking, her cancer had spread to her pelvis, right femur, and cervical spine. The rise of cancer cases in people under 40, including lung cancer, is a growing concern. Tiffany's tumor had a genetic mutation, qualifying her for a clinical trial, but her current treatments are no longer effective. She remains optimistic and encourages living in the moment despite the uncertainty.

via Daily Mail|
#clinical-trial#health#lung-cancer
The Importance of Regular Testicle Checks to Prevent 'Cannonball Lung'
health2 years ago

The Importance of Regular Testicle Checks to Prevent 'Cannonball Lung'

Failing to check testicles regularly can lead to a deadly condition known as "cannonball lung," where testicular cancer spreads to the lungs and forms rapidly-multiplying tumors. The survival rate for testicular cancer drops from 96% to as low as 73% once it spreads beyond the testicles. A Florida-based doctor shared the case of a young patient with advanced testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs, resulting in cannonball-shaped nodules. Testicular cancer is largely treatable if caught early through self-examination, which takes only 10 seconds. Men are urged to seek medical attention if they notice any abnormalities.

via Daily Mail|
#cannonball-lung#health#metastasis
Reevaluating PSA Levels as Prostate Cancer Predictors
health2 years ago

Reevaluating PSA Levels as Prostate Cancer Predictors

A study from the University of California Los Angeles suggests that using PSA level recurrence as an indicator of overall survival in prostate cancer patients may not be reliable. While PSA levels are useful in detecting prostate cancer and evaluating risk, the study found that there is a lack of evidence to support the correlation between biochemical recurrence and long-term survivability. The researchers recommend focusing on metastasis-free survival as an endpoint for therapy trials. PSA surveillance remains an important tool, but further research is needed to better understand its utilization and impact on patient outcomes.

via Healthline|
#health#prostate-cancer#psa-levels
Cancer Survival Rates and Age Disparities: Latest Findings.
health2 years ago

Cancer Survival Rates and Age Disparities: Latest Findings.

A study of over half a million women in England has shown that the number of people who die after a breast-cancer diagnosis has decreased by two-thirds since the 1990s. Women who were diagnosed in 1993–99 had a 14.4% risk of dying within 5 years. This fell to 4.9% for women diagnosed in 2010–15. The reasons for the drop aren’t clear, however, awareness of breast cancer has risen and, in England, routine screening is offered to more women.

via Nature.com|
#breast-cancer#health#patient-involvement
health2 years ago

Newborn screening crucial for survival of immune disease.

Newborn screening for severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) followed by early treatment has increased the five-year survival rate of children with the disorder from 73% to 87%, according to a study by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The study analysed data on more than 900 children with confirmed SCID who received treatment for the condition with a transplant of blood-forming stem cells from a non-genetically matched donor at one of 34 sites in the US or Canada between 1982 and 2018. The researchers excluded infants who received stem-cell transplants from genetically matched sibling donors from the analysis, because these children had high overall survival rates throughout the study period.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|
#health#immune-system#newborn-screening
"Early Detection: DIY Test for Bowel Cancer at Home"
health2 years ago

"Early Detection: DIY Test for Bowel Cancer at Home"

A new at-home test for bowel cancer can detect the disease in its earliest stages by analyzing a stool sample to examine the DNA of any tumor, rather than looking for signs of blood. The test has a survival rate greater than 91% if detected early. Developed by Germany-based Mainz BioMed, the test focuses on the DNA of the cancer, which shows up in faeces much earlier than blood. One in 15 men and one in 18 women will be diagnosed with the cancer in their lifetime, according to Cancer Research UK.

via Daily Mail|
#at-home-test#bowel-cancer#dna-analysis