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Oncology & Cancer
Combination therapy for pancreatic cancer offers new treatment approach
Pancreatic cancer, also known as pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, is one of the most aggressive types of cancer. Despite advances in modern medicine, survival rates remain very low, and many patients develop resistance to ...
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Cardiology
Gut microbes likely play a role in coronary artery disease, study suggests
Nearly 20 million people die every year from cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death worldwide. Genetic and environmental factors influence a person's risk of disease and severity, but microbes likely also play ...
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Adherence to Mediterranean diet linked to lower prevalence of overactive bladder
Greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with reduced prevalence of overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online Oct. 8 in the Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition.
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The case for a cancer warning on processed meat
A group of scientists in the UK recently demanded that bacon and ham products carry health warnings similar to those on cigarettes.
Nov 5, 2025
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New insights on gut microbes that prevent formation of cancer-causing compounds
Nitrogen metabolism of gut bacteria can provide health benefits. Specifically, gut microbes metabolize dietary nitrates and nitrites and prevent the formation of cancer-causing compounds called nitrosamines. New research ...
Nov 5, 2025
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Advanced disease modeling shows some gut bacteria can spread as rapidly as viruses
Escherichia coli (E. coli), a type of bacteria commonly found in the human gut, could spread as quickly as swine flu, new research suggests.
Nov 4, 2025
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As millions lag in colon cancer screening, new studies point to strategies to boost uptake and follow-up
Tens of millions of middle-aged and older Americans haven't gotten their recommended checks for early signs of potential colon cancer, either through the "gold standard" of colonoscopy or a non-invasive test.
Nov 4, 2025
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Exploring interactions between gut microbiota and sleep disorders through the brain-gut axis
A comprehensive review published in Brain Medicine illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep regulation, establishing the microbiota-gut-brain axis as a critical pathway in understanding and potentially ...
Nov 4, 2025
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Study shows semaglutide, tirzepatide and dulaglutide have similar gastrointestinal safety profiles in clinical settings
A new observational study compared the risk for severe gastrointestinal adverse events across dulaglutide, semaglutide, and tirzepatide in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study found that the medications have similar ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Device provides 'smart toilet' feedback on health
A new "smart toilet" device aims to help people track their health by analyzing their bathroom trips.
Nov 3, 2025
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Gut microbiome tests are everywhere. Should you get one?
At-home gut microbiome tests are trending, selling insights to the curious, empowerment to the chronically ill and a claimed path to longevity to the wellness-conscious.
Nov 3, 2025
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Frequent reflux episodes lasting beyond six months warrant medical evaluation, expert says
Acid reflux can feel like your heart or chest is burning. If you've ever experienced acid reflux, you may have wondered if it was abnormal or dangerous.
Nov 3, 2025
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Study finds surprising link between gut and brain rhythms
The human body is packed with natural rhythms, from your sleep-wake cycle to the steady pulsing of blood through the brain to heart rate and pulse.
Nov 2, 2025
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Dietary fiber, prunes and senna offer relief for constipation discomfort
Big-gun pain relievers can come with unwelcome side effects. At the top of the list for many of these products are constipation and the distress of slowed bowels.
Nov 2, 2025
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Researchers map how gut neurons respond to bacteria, parasites and food allergies
The enteric nervous system (ENS) is a vast network of nerves built into the walls of the intestine. While it is well known for its role in regulating digestion and the movement of food through the intestine, researchers are ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Lab-grown liver model offers a platform to study fibrosis and regeneration
As chronic liver disease becomes more widespread, researchers at Science Tokyo have developed a lab-grown organoid that replicates a regenerating liver, offering new hope for future treatments. The model recreates interactions ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Maxing out your fiber intake can have broad health benefits
The amount of fiber you consume can have significant impacts on your body. From healthy digestion, to reducing your risk of developing cancer, eating fiber has huge benefits—which may be why the fibermaxxing trend is taking ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Q&A: Bacteria research could be a gut-punch to inflammatory bowel disease
The group of lifelong intestinal conditions known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, significantly impacts digestive health and quality of life for an estimated 2.4 ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Underweight and unbalanced: Gut microbial diversity in underweight Japanese women
Low body weight in young women has been linked to a range of health concerns, including disrupted menstrual cycles, infertility, weakened immune function, and a long-term decline in bone density. Japan has seen a rising trend ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Babies' gut bacteria may influence future emotional health
A child's early gut microbiome may influence their risk of developing depression, anxiety or other internalizing symptoms in middle childhood, according to a new UCLA Health study. The effect appears to be related to the ...
Oct 30, 2025
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Diets high in sugar and butter lead to changes in gut microbiome linked to excessive alcohol intake in mice
Mice that switched from a high sugar/butter diet to a standard diet developed a strong preference for alcohol over water, in a study exploring the connection between gastrointestinal microorganisms and alcohol use disorder ...
Oct 30, 2025
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Demographic disparities found in uptake of colorectal cancer screenings
Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening is considered one of the most effective and successful tools to protect public health: Screening has been found to significantly reduce the incidence of CRC through the removal of precancerous ...
Oct 29, 2025
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Protecting the gut after stem cell transplantation: New evidence uncovered for potential of microbiome-based therapies
Patients receiving intensive cancer treatments—such as radiation or stem cell transplantation—often suffer from severe damage to the intestinal lining. This not only causes pain and complications but also worsens long-term ...
Oct 28, 2025
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How bacteria that cause inflammatory colitis outmaneuver our body's defenses
Bacteria use multiple defense mechanisms to survive in the host body. Shigella bacteria that cause colitis disable multiple host defense pathways using three specialized effector proteins, as reported by researchers from ...
Oct 28, 2025
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1 in 10 people without celiac disease or wheat allergy report sensitivity to gluten or wheat, finds study
Around one in ten people worldwide report gastrointestinal and other symptoms such as fatigue and headache after eating foods containing gluten or wheat despite not having a diagnosis of either celiac disease or wheat allergy, ...
Oct 28, 2025
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