Study Reveals 35% Higher Risk of Second Non-Breast Cancer in Women Living in Poorest Areas, Cambridge Research Shows
Breaking the Cycle of Cancer Inequality: A Call for Action
25th April 2024
A recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge has shed light on a concerning trend within the realm of cancer research. Female survivors of breast cancer who reside in socioeconomically deprived areas are facing a staggering 35% higher risk of developing second, unrelated cancers compared to their counterparts in more affluent regions. This revelation exposes a deep-rooted issue that demands immediate attention.
The Scope of Breast Cancer and Rising Survival Rates
In the UK alone, breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer, with approximately 56,000 individuals receiving this life-altering diagnosis each year. Encouragingly, advancements in diagnosis and treatment have resulted in five-year survival rates reaching an impressive 86% in England. However, these promising outcomes should not overshadow the challenges that survivors still face – namely, an elevated likelihood of developing subsequent primary cancers.
Diving into the Study’s Findings
The groundbreaking research conducted by University of Cambridge researchers examined comprehensive National Health Service (NHS) data from nearly 600,000 patients across England. The study findings indicate that women who have successfully battled breast cancer exhibit an increased risk for various s
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The benefits of quitting smoking
Smoking, also known as tobacco, is a harmful behavior that consists of the habitual consumption of tobacco products, mainly cigarettes.
Smoking not only negatively affects the health of the smoker, but also that of the people around him, who become passive smokers by inhaling tobacco smoke.
However, some people choose to put aside tobacco consumption for health and well-being, but what does the body experience when faced with this change in habit? Here we tell you.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, trying to quit smoking is different for everyone, but almost everyone will have some nicotine withdrawal symptoms. When you stop smoking, your body and brain will have to g
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In Colombia, progress is being made in mental well-being, but at a slow pace
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Mental well-being in Colombia has shown improvements since the start of the pandemic, however, progress has been gradual. Factors such as poor diet, excessive use of technology and social distancing remain key concerns that require attention.
According to the most recent report “The State of the World,” published by Sapien Labs in collaboration with the World Mind project, the decline in mental well-being persists globally, with little sign of recovery si
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In Colombia, progress is being made in mental well-being, but at a slow pace
What foods really boost our brain?
We will see what impact nutritional deficiencies have on the appearance of certain disorders… Based on scientific research, we will give you the tips to make the right choices, from the fetal stage if you are pregnant… Because it begins from intrauterine life!
Diet, a real effect on the brain?
Does eating better, adopting a certain type of diet have a real impact on reducing stress, improving sleep, cognitive performance, or preventing a depressive episode? For Guillaume Fond, psychiatrist and researcher at Marseille university hospitals, and specialist in psycho-nutrition, it goes even further: “ We could consider psycho-nutrition as alternative medicine or alternative medicine, even though it is at the heart of the treatment of mental illnesses and prevention in mental health. » Catherine Lacrosnière, nutritionist, adds that if “ Unfortunately diet does not treat, it helps to better prevent and fend off certain risks, in particular the appearance of certain neurodegenerative diseases. »
Pamper your microbiota
Among the first advice given by Guillaume Fond was the microbiota : « The influence of the microbiota on our immune system is perfectly demonstrated. It strengthens it when it is well, and conversely, when it is altered, it will weaken the immune system and trigger chronic inflammation. »
Do without ultra-processed food
Guillaume Fond: “ We have several meta-analyses which demonstrate that in mental health, in 2022/2023, as soon as the proportion of ultra-processed foods exceeds 20% of the
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The Apucarana patient who contracted oropouche fever died
The 16th Regional Health (RS) confirmed this Thursday (25) that the patient from Apucarana57 years old, who contracted oropuche fever, perhaps died following complications of the disease. (Watch the interview below)
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The case was confirmed by the Municipal Health Authority of Apucarana (AMS), after a “sentinel test” at the Central State Laboratory (Lacen), which is periodically used to take blood samples from patients.
He worked as a sales representative and was diagnosed with the disease after seeking treatment in Lagoão, due to symptoms initially related to dengue.
This Thursday morning (25), a meeting at the 16th Health Region of Apucarana discussed the measures that will be adopted.
The head of the 16th RS, Marcos Costa, said that the region has launched an investigation to verify whether the death actually occurred due to oropathic fever or another disease. The first piece of information, according to him, is that the man had no comorbidities.
“We are investigating this death to see if the cause was indeed ursopouche. So, this is today’s meeting (Thursday), with the technicians of the Region and the Municipality. He was in Santa Catarina. This disease traditionally comes from the north of the country, Amazonas, Roraima and Pará, where it is more concentrated. However, we already have five confirmed cases in Paraná, all imported. So now we are starting investigations to verify whether he was actually traveling or not.” these.
He is a resident of Apucarana and has ties to California, where he was buried. The patient
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Thailand Accelerates Efforts to Eliminate Malaria by 2026: World Malaria Day Campaign 2024
Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health Organize a World Malaria Day campaign Coordinate with networks across sectors to accelerate malaria elimination or reach 0 by 2026. Every year, the Organization World Health Organization (WHO) has designated April 25 as World Malaria Day to encourage all countries to be aware of the disease burden caused by malaria. and prioritize the elimination of malaria.
Today (25 April 2024) Dr. Thongchai Keerati Hatthayakorn Director General of the Department of Disease Control Presided over the opening of the World Malaria Day 2024 campaign at the 1st Floor Hall, Building 3, Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health, with the concept Zero indigenous malaria is possible. Thailand can do it” with important activities as follows: Discussion on guidelines for malaria prevention and control. Announcement of the certification of a malaria-free province for the year 2023 and an exhibition to raise awareness of malaria in its various aspects.
Doctor Thongchai Keerati Hatthayakorn The director general of the Department of Disease Control said Thailand had a malaria epidemic in some areas in the past. especially along the western border As implemented under the Malaria Elimination Strategy 2017-2026 in collaboration with international organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance (APLMA) and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), as well as public, private
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Thailand Accelerates Efforts to Eliminate Malaria by 2026: World Malaria Day Campaign 2024
Disney’s NEWEST Parade Just Debuted and You’ll Never Believe How Many RARE Characters We Saw 👀
Pixar Fest has just kicked off in Disneyland!
It’s time for Pixar Fest!
We’ve been busy checking out the merchandise and some of the MANY snacks and popcorn buckets available at this NEW Disneyland Festival, and now it’s time for the parade!
Pixar Fest runs April 26th through August 4th with special events, meet and greets, and more in Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney!
It’s time!
The NEW parade is called “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!,” and it has more than 2 dozen Pixar characters! Come check it out in Disney California Adventure with us!
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We’re here to show you ALL of our favorite parts of the parade. First, Luca had its parade debut!
Pixar’s Luca has debuted in #BetterTogether A Pixar Pals Celebrat
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Disney’s NEWEST Parade Just Debuted and You’ll Never Believe How Many RARE Characters We Saw 👀
Young people have a risk they don’t understand
– 2024-04-25 13:02:42
Almost a quarter of Finns burn their skin once a year. Usually, protection from the sun’s UV radiation is left unprotected in the rush to leave. Protection among young people is influenced by, among other things, the social circle and whether their parents use sunscreen.
In 2022, the Iskelmä Festival was hot. According to the study, young men in particular do not protect themselves from the sun’s UV rays due to their ignorance. Illustration image. Antti Nikkanen
Finnish young people generally understand the risks of the sun’s UV radiation, but are often indifferent to protection. Young people do not see skin burns as a health risk, or even if the risk is known, it is not taken seriously.
Master of Health Sciences Laura Mikkolan according to young people, because of their age, they do not feel that skin cancer affects them. He did a master’s thesis on sun protection for young people at the University of Eastern Finland. The young people interviewed were 16–20 years old.
– The skin always returns to normal after a burn, which is why it is not taken so seriously, Mikkola says at the Radiation Protection Agency’s press conference.
However, the skin remembers every time it has been burned, and the health effects of UV exposure of the skin are only seen years and decades later. Mikkola says that young people’s exposure to UV radiation has increased due to, among other things, the admiration of tanning, traveling and climate change.
– Young people belong to the UV radiation risk group, they are more sensitive to radiation and spend a lot of time outdoors.
The need for protection starts when the UV index is over three. The index can be followed from the UVI forecast service of the Finnish Meteorological Institute.
Sun protection
Usually, young people protect themselves from the sun’s UV radiation by using sunscreen. If the skin does not burn easily, sunscreen is used less often.
– Sun protection is not considered necessary if the skin does not burn very easily.
Mikkola says that the experiences of burning the skin also have a wider
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Young people have a risk they don’t understand – 2024-04-25 13:02:42
Family Health Units built in Ypané and San Antonio register 45% progress
Assumption, IP Agency. – Under strict sanitary measures, the construction of the four Family Health Units (USF), financed by Itaipu Binacional, continues in the towns of Ypané and San Antonio; they are 45% complete.
The bulletin sent from Itaipu states that these works are part of the group of 21 USF built in the Central department whose work employs an average of 25 workers from the area and helps families generate income in this difficult time of pandemic.
The important undertaking seeks to contribute to the preventive health of the most vulnerable population and has its replica in the department of Alto Paraná, the plant’s area of influence, where 21 USF are also under construction in various locations. In total, the 42 health centers will benefit more than 200,000 inhabitants.
The Entity’s works prosecutor, engineer Juan Vass, stated that in Ypané the construction of the USF in the Brisas del Sur and Paso de Oro neighborhoods has reached the height of the ceiling, respectively. Similarly, the USF that are being built in San Antonio, in the Antigua Imagen a
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Family Health Units built in Ypané and San Antonio register 45% progress