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Why Oncologists Avoid Discussing Lifestyle Changes With Cancer Survivors

Survivors, take note: Now that you’re in remission, embracing a healthier lifestyle can help you feel more in control and may one day save your life. Many cancer survivors, for example, face an increased risk for cardiovascular events posttreatment, so paying attention to healthier habits is particularly important. But you probably won’t hear about it… Read More »

‘I asked him “am I going to die?”‘ – school teacher Eimear on her breast cancer diagnosis

Primary school teacher Eimear Cregg was diagnosed with breast cancer last year ‘I asked him “am I going to die?”‘ – school teacher Eimear on her breast cancer diagnosis Independent.ie In January 2018, Eimear Cregg (37) was preparing to return to her job as a primary school teacher after the Christmas break. https://www.independent.ie/life/health-wellbeing/i-asked-him-am-i-going-to-die-school-teacher-eimear-on-her-breast-cancer-diagnosis-38496983.html https://www.independent.ie/incoming/article38499566.ece/9e352/AUTOCROP/h342/INTO-and-Cornmarket.jpg Email… Read More »

Handheld MasSpec Pen for Molecular Cancer Detection During Surgeries

Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin have developed a new handheld pen for rapid intraoperative cancer detection. Their work demonstrates that the tool can identify different molecular profiles between cancerous and non-cancerous tissue without harming the sampled tissues. This exciting development can one day improve cancer diagnosis and allow for more precise surgical… Read More »