Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have identified a 3D hierarchy of DNA “enhancers” that function as master switches for prostate cancer development. According to a study published in Genome Biology, these interconnected networks control gene expression, revealing potential new targets for precision cancer therapies that could move beyond current gene-specific treatments. … Read more
Most U.S. adults remain uncertain about which vaccines are recommended during pregnancy, according to a July 2026 survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) of the University of Pennsylvania. While awareness of seasonal flu shots is highest, fewer than one-third of Americans correctly identify the CDC’s recommendations for Tdap, RSV, or hepatitis B vaccines, … Read more
University of Virginia researcher Nathan Swami has secured a $1.1 million, four-year grant from the National Institutes of Health to develop microfluidic devices capable of identifying and isolating rare circulating cells. By integrating artificial intelligence with on-chip physical analysis, the project aims to improve diagnostic accuracy for cancer and infectious diseases by capturing cell subpopulations … Read more
Cardiovascular risk calculators currently used by doctors to predict heart attacks and strokes can also estimate a patient’s risk of developing certain cancers, according to a study published in the European Journal of Cancer. Researchers at University College London (UCL) found that tools like QRISK3—widely used in the UK—performed with comparable accuracy to specialized cancer … Read more
Patient-derived tumor organoids are emerging as high-fidelity preclinical models for precision oncology, offering a way to test cancer treatments on three-dimensional cell clusters that mirror a patient’s specific disease. Recent research led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine demonstrates that these “avatars” can reliably predict treatment sensitivity, potentially expanding the pool of patients eligible for … Read more
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have identified a molecular switch, the ion channel protein KCNMB1, that regulates cancer cell stiffness. By activating this pathway, scientists can make metastatic cells more rigid, rendering them vulnerable to destruction by the immune system, according to a study published in the journal Developmental Cell. The Physics of … Read more
Breakthrough in Oral Cancer Research: New Immune Pathway Could Revolutionize Early Intervention Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have uncovered a critical immune pathway linked to the progression of oral precancerous lesions into head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, offering a potential roadmap for early intervention. The findings, published in *Cancer … Read more
Australian Beer and Cigarette Taxes Top Global Rankings, Sparking Industry Warnings Deutsche Bank’s 2026 cost of living index reveals Melbourne and Sydney as the world’s most expensive cities for beer and cigarettes, with prices for five beers and two packs of Marlboros reaching $US111.20 and $US109.50 respectively. The data highlights a “relentless” rise in sin … Read more
Medical cannabis is now legal in 47 states and Washington, D.C., but a disconnect remains between cancer survivors using the substance to manage symptoms and the providers treating them. According to a study published in the Journal of Cancer Education, while survivors often turn to cannabis for pain, nausea, and anxiety, they frequently report feeling … Read more
Modern cancer control is shifting from reactive, late-stage treatment toward proactive, upstream prevention, according to researchers at the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). By targeting viral-related cancers—specifically those linked to human papillomavirus (HPV) and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)—health systems can utilize vaccines and early detection to reduce global mortality, though … Read more