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Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer? 'We don't know'
The death of US actor James Van Der Beek was just the latest reminder that colorectal cancer has been surging among people under 50 in recent years—and no one knows why.
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NSMF protein identified as key regulator in colorectal cancer
A research team affiliated with UNIST has unveiled a novel approach to halt the progression of colorectal cancer by inducing irreversible cellular aging. Their findings demonstrate that suppressing a neural protein called ...
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Researchers identify key mechanism driving progression of fatty liver disease to cancer
According to recent reports from the Korean government, the incidence of alcoholic liver disease—previously the leading indication for liver transplantation—has been decreasing. This trend initially raised expectations ...
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Studies show 11 genetic variants affect gut microbiome
In two new studies on 28,000 individuals, researchers are able to show that genetic variants in 11 regions of the human genome have a clear influence on which bacteria are in the gut and what they do there. Only two genetic ...
Feb 16, 2026
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IBD study tracks 54,000 patients, links dysplasia grade to cancer risk
Precancerous colorectal lesions, or dysplasia, in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) confer markedly different risks of future colorectal cancer depending on dysplasia grade, according to a comprehensive registry ...
Feb 16, 2026
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How pancreatic cancer prepares the tumor environment: A possible biomarker for the earliest stage of development
Even before a tumor in the pancreas becomes discernible, an activated cancer gene actively remodels its future environment and creates an inflammatory and immune-defensive microenvironment in which the carcinoma can grow. ...
Feb 13, 2026
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Colorectal cancer is increasing among young people, James Van Der Beek's death reminds
An increasing number of people are dying of colorectal cancer at a young age, including those as young as 20. Actor James Van Der Beek, who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023, died at age 48 on Feb. 11, 2026, bringing ...
Feb 13, 2026
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Cholesterol crystals may trigger some liver disease
Cholesterol crystals in the liver may stiffen the organ early in those with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)—well before scarring develops—according to new research from a team in the Perelman ...
Feb 12, 2026
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Berberine and leaky gut: Research explains persistent gut issues following intestinal infections
We often treat intestinal infections as an episode: a few days of symptoms, elimination of the pathogen, and recovery. In this view, the disease has a clear beginning and end. However, patient experiences and clinical data ...
Feb 12, 2026
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Gut microbiome may be the link to gluten sensitivity without celiac disease
The gut microbiome may play an important role in how the immune system responds to gluten, even in people who do not have celiac disease. The findings, which could help explain why some people feel sick after eating gluten, ...
Feb 12, 2026
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Colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults. Here's who is most at risk and symptoms to watch for
Colorectal cancer is a threat not just to older adults but increasingly to young men and women, too. It's now the top cancer killer of Americans younger than 50.
Feb 12, 2026
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Study finds distinct gut bacteria in newly diagnosed children with Crohn's disease
NYU researchers have found a microbial signature of pediatric Crohn's disease that differs from the makeup of gut bacteria in children with other gastrointestinal conditions, with Crohn's patients harboring more pro-inflammatory ...
Feb 12, 2026
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Pancreatic cancer: Warning signs to heed
Your pancreas has important jobs to do. A large gland behind the lower part of the stomach, it produces hormones that regulate blood sugar and enzymes that help digest food. What if it develops cancer?
Feb 12, 2026
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Natural gut-based compound developed to support weight loss safely
A new orally taken, gut-based compound developed by scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), reduces the amount of dietary fat absorbed in the intestines. This differs from most existing ...
Feb 11, 2026
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Scientists create 'smart underwear' to measure human flatulence
Scientists at the University of Maryland have created Smart Underwear, the first wearable device designed to measure human flatulence. By tracking hydrogen in flatus, the device helps scientists revisit long-standing assumptions ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Mindfulness enables more effective endoscopies in awake patients, study finds
A new study has shown that mindfulness helps patients to relax during an endoscopy, allowing doctors to carry out detailed examinations without the need for sedation or general anesthesia.
Feb 10, 2026
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Too many saturated fats may be more harmful than too many refined carbohydrates
In recent years, many media reports and social media influencers have emphasized the dangers of eating too many carbohydrates. Though a carbohydrate-heavy diet can be harmful, consuming too many fats may cause more health ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Genetic link to Barrett's esophagus discovered, offering new hope for esophageal cancer patients
Case Western Reserve University researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous condition that dramatically increases the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma, ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Researchers develop a new model to study colorectal cancer
Researchers at Åbo Akademi University have identified a new molecular change in patients with colorectal cancer and developed a genetic disease model that forms tumors in the large intestine, resembling those seen in patients. ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Intermittent fasting cuts Crohn's disease activity by 40% and halves inflammation in randomized clinical trial
A randomized controlled study found that time-restricted feeding—a form of intermittent fasting—significantly reduced symptomatic disease activity and systematic inflammation in adults with Crohn's disease and overweight ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Gut-brain discovery identifies harmful bacterial sugar as potential therapeutic target for ALS and dementia
A significant discovery by Case Western Reserve University researchers could change how doctors treat two of the most devastating neurodegenerative diseases. The team identified a link between gut bacteria and the deterioration ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Overlooked group of gut bacteria appears key to good health, global study finds
In a huge global study led by University of Cambridge researchers, a single group of bacteria—named CAG-170—has repeatedly shown up in high numbers in the gut microbiomes of healthy people. CAG-170 is a group of gut bacteria ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Prolonged use of the drug omeprazole may lead to nutritional deficiencies
A study warns that the prolonged use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can impair nutrient absorption. PPIs are a class of drugs including medications such as omeprazole, pantoprazole, and esomeprazole. They are used to treat ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Q&A: Simple blood test may help identify colorectal cancer patients at higher risk for recurrence and death
A new study led by researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center found that blood-based DNA markers known as protein epiScores can help predict which colorectal cancer patients face a higher risk of cancer recurrence or death. Results ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Point-of-care hepatitis B DNA testing proves as accurate as lab tests
A clinical trial led by Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney has found that point-of-care testing for hepatitis B DNA is as effective as traditional laboratory testing, paving the way for faster diagnosis and treatment in hard-to-reach ...
Feb 8, 2026
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