Can a disrupted sleep cycle increase your risk of lung cancer?
Researchers showed a cancer-signature gene is activated in mice with chronic jet lag, causing faster tumor growth in their lungs.
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Teens who use cannabis with alcohol have worse hangovers
Scientists showed teens who use cannabis can have worse hangovers due to heavier drinking and increased risk of depression.
Battling ovarian cancer with light
Researchers engineered a virus to deliver light-sensitive chemicals to ovarian cancer cells and targeted them with a laser. Their new…
Blueberries and black rice boost immunity
Scientists found fermented blueberries and black rice can alleviate inflammation during infection.
Can aspirin slow the spread of breast cancer?
Breast cancer is a common cancer that affects women worldwide. When cancerous cells spread to other parts of the body, a process known as…
Air pollution affects the immune system in newborns
Researchers discovered a pregnant mother’s exposure to traffic-related air pollutants can impede development of the unborn baby’s immune…
Boosting immune cells to better fight cancer
Scientists found blocking a specific protein from some immune cells can boost their ability to fight cancer.
How does COVID-19 impact gut health?
Scientists find a key player in the gut’s immune system has taken heavy hits from seemingly unrelated COVID-19 infections.
New biological signals could help diagnose anaphylactic events
Researchers used metabolomics to find new biological signals that can better predict anaphylactic events. These signals can help doctors…
How well does the HPV vaccine prevent cervical cancer?
Scientists conducted a follow-up on the Costa Rica HPV vaccine trial after 11 years. They showed the HPV vaccine almost perfectly prevents…