Bimekizumab Proves To Be A Highly Effective Therapy For Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting joints, skin, nails, and other tissues. Because it is long-term and can vary significantly between patients, ongoing treatment is needed. Biologic therapies like TNF inhibitors (TNFi) are often combined with
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Pancreatic Cancer Patients Discover Weight Measurements Can Be Deceptive
Pancreatic Cancer Patients Discover Weight Measurements Can Be Deceptive Overview Elevated body mass index (BMI) has been associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer (PC). However, cancer-associated weight loss occurring years before diagnosis may have led to an underestimation of this association. The extent to which this potential bias has been
Sun Protection Is Saving Your Skin From Deadly Cancer
Sun Protection Is Saving Your Skin From Deadly Cancer Overview This study examined the link between sun protection behaviors and various demographic and melanoma risk factors among patients at Australian melanoma specialist clinics. The goal was to enhance melanoma prevention strategies through tailored patient education for high-risk and specific population groups. A cross-sectional
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity Overview The influence of emotional states on skin conditions is well-recognized, yet the specific impact of stress on the development of skin cancer remains under-explored. This retrospective study aimed to broaden the understanding of skin cancer risk factors by examining the intricate relationship between
Colorectal Cancer Prognosis And Mortality Risk Improved By Eating Healthy Diet
Colorectal Cancer Prognosis And Mortality Risk Improved By Eating Healthy Diet Overview The relationship between diet and colorectal cancer prognosis remains poorly understood, and there are no specific lifestyle recommendations available. A comprehensive search for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and longitudinal observational studies examining post-diagnosis dietary factors, supplement use, and colorectal cancer
Beware – Gastric Cancer Protection Collapsed By Alcohol Intake
Beware - Gastric Cancer Protection Collapsed By Alcohol Intake Overview Dietary folate intake has been suggested as a potentially modifiable factor influencing gastric cancer (GC) risk, though existing evidence remains inconclusive. This study assesses the relationship between dietary folate intake and GC risk, along with the modifying effect of alcohol consumption. Data
Pediatric Brain Tumors: A Study To Document Patient Fatigue
Pediatric Brain Tumors: A Study To Document Patient Fatigue Overview Children and adolescents who undergo treatment for brain tumors experience higher levels of fatigue compared to survivors of other childhood cancers. This study aimed to explore the longitudinal patterns of fatigue in pediatric brain tumor patients and identify risk factors associated with
Latest Research Exploring Metformin Connection To Breast Cancer
Latest Research Exploring Metformin Connection To Breast Cancer Overview This study aimed to investigate the relationship between metformin and other antidiabetic medications and the incidence of breast cancer in two large prospective cohort studies. It included 185,181 women from the Nurses' Health Study (NHS; 1994–2016) and NHSII (1995–2017). Information on type 2
Fatigue After Cancer And Cancer Survivors Confess Fears Of Recurrence
Fatigue After Cancer And Cancer Survivors Confess Fears Of Recurrence Overview Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) and fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) are two prevalent issues faced by cancer survivors. However, the interplay between these concerns remains unclear, and it is uncertain if CRF and FCR influence one another over time. This study utilized data
Colonoscopy Over Age 75 Is The Best Bet For Cancer Detection
Colonoscopy Over Age 75 Is The Best Bet For Cancer Detection Overview Surveillance colonoscopy for colorectal cancer (CRAdvancing age is a well-documented risk factor for the development of advanced adenomas and the subsequent risk of colorectal cancer (CRC). Current guidelines lack specific recommendations for managing surveillance in older populations. This study identified
