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Is there an optimal time of day to take cancer meds?

Posted on February 3, 2025June 25, 2025 by Sciworthy

Scientists showed that some cancer medications work better when taken at a certain time of day. They suggested doctors combine optimal…

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    Can a disrupted sleep cycle increase your risk of lung cancer?

    Posted on June 19, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

    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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      Implanting sensors in fish to monitor their stress levels in the wild

      Posted on November 13, 2018October 24, 2022 by Erica Curles

      Measuring heart rate continuously can show how long it truly takes for fish to recover from stressful events.

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        Consider scheduling your open heart surgery for the afternoon

        Posted on November 7, 2017June 20, 2025 by Sciworthy

        Researchers found a gene that, when it is suppressed, reduces injury to the heart valve during the sleep/wake transition in mice. Who knew…

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