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Medicaid expansion linked with fewer cancer deaths
Medicaid expansion propelled by the Affordable Care Act has been linked with a significant reduction in risk of early death among patients with newly diagnosed cases of breast, lung, and colon cancer, according to a new study.
Symposium honors the life and work of the late John B. Little
More than 200 people gathered virtually on October 30, 2020 for the 23rd annual John B. Little Symposium to honor the legacy of radiobiology expert John B. Little and to share research on the health effects of radiation.
Newly discovered mechanism for cellular migration has implications for embryonic development, cancer metastasis, and tissue regeneration
October 15, 2020 – The trillions of cells that make up our body are typically stationary. They stay at a fixed location, tightly attached to neighboring cells by so-called “adhesion molecules,” a sort of biological superglue. On certain…
A call for greater transparency, reproducibility in use of artificial intelligence in medicine
For immediate release: October 14, 2020 Boston, MA – Scientists working at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cancer care need to be more transparent about their methods and publish research that is reproducible, according to a…
Some Black hair products may harm users’ health
Hair products sometimes used by Black women may contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals linked with serious health issues.
Disparities may affect colorectal cancer outcomes among Blacks
High rates of colorectal cancer incidence and death among Blacks may be due to disparities in screening guidelines and research, say experts.
Gum disease associated with higher gastrointestinal, colon cancer risk
People who have a history of gum disease or who have lost two or more teeth face increased risk of gastrointestinal cancers, a study found.
Moderate coffee, tea consumption can be part of healthy lifestyle for most
Moderate coffee consumption may reduce the risk of several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers.
Black men left out of late-stage clinical trials for prostate cancer
Patients recruited for Phase III and Phase IV clinical trials of prevention, screening, and treatment methods for prostate cancer are overwhelmingly white, according to new research from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The study, published in…
Healthy swaps key to reducing red meat intake during the COVID-19 pandemic
If people opt to eat less red meat as a result of meat shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic, it could be good for their health.