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Cancer Cells "Power Up" When Squeezed

Cancer cells mount an instant, energy-rich response to being physically squeezed, helping them to repair DNA damage and survive the crowded environments of the human body.
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Genomic Testing Finds Actionable Mutations in 90% of Tumors

Researchers analyzed over 10,000 advanced solid tumors and found actionable genetic alterations in more than 90% of cases. The team identified mutations, gene fusions, and pathway changes linked to approved therapies.
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Source of Dietary Fat Influences Tumor Growth

Research has found that diets high in animal fats, but not diets high in plant fats, accelerate tumor growth in mice with obesity.
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Respiratory Viruses Can Awaken Dormant Breast Cancer Cells

Researchers uncover first direct evidence that respiratory infections can awaken dormant breast cancer cells, setting the stage for new metastatic tumors.
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Cannabis Use Disorder Triples Risk of Oral Cancer

Researchers have found that individuals with cannabis use disorder (CUD) are more than three times more likely to develop oral cancer within five years compared to those without CUD.
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Colorectal Cancer Blood Tests Show Promise, But Follow-Up Is Lacking

Researchers found that while blood-based tests offer a more convenient option for colorectal cancer screening, only 49% of patients completed a follow-up colonoscopy within six months.
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Microneedle Skin Patch Enables Rapid, At-Home Melanoma Testing

Researchers have developed a microneedle patch that can help capture cancer biomarkers in the top-most layer of skin, enabling rapid at-home testing for melanoma – the most aggressive form of skin cancer.
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AI Shows Promise in Detecting Missed Breast Cancers

An AI algorithm for breast cancer screening has the potential to enhance the performance of digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), reducing interval cancers by up to one-third.
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Mitochondrial Metabolism Supports T-Cell Proliferation

Researchers have discovered how the metabolism of mitochondria supports T-cell proliferation and prevents exhaustion in cancer and chronic infection.
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Synergistic Treatment Approach Supercharges Cancer Immunotherapy

Researchers demonstrate in a new study of oral cancer, a type of HNSCC, they demonstrate how precisely timing two different treatments can potentially improve treatment outcomes by protecting tumor-draining lymph nodes.
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