April Anderson+FollowCovid & Flu: Hidden Cancer Risk?Wild new research says catching Covid or the flu could actually wake up ‘sleeping’ cancer cells and make them spread. Scientists found that respiratory infections trigger inflammation, which acts like a wake-up call for dormant cancer cells—think embers turning into a wildfire. Cancer survivors who got Covid were almost twice as likely to die from cancer, and breast cancer patients had a 50% higher risk of lung metastasis after infection. Definitely a reminder to stay up-to-date on vaccines and talk to your doctor! #Health #BodyHealth #cancerresearch4216Share
Joseph Bradley+FollowMorning Cancer Treatments: Game Changer?Wild new research is saying the time you get your cancer treatment could actually impact how well it works. Patients who got their immunotherapy infusions earlier in the day lived way longer than those with afternoon appointments—like, up to a year longer! It might be thanks to our body’s circadian rhythms, but scientists are still figuring it out. If something as simple as scheduling could make such a difference, this could totally change how doctors plan treatments. #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch430Share
aguilarallison+FollowLilly’s New Cancer Drug Outshines RivalLilly’s Jaypirca just beat out AbbVie’s Imbruvica in a direct showdown for treating certain blood cancers. Jaypirca helped more patients see their cancer shrink or disappear, and early signs suggest it might even help people stay healthier longer. The best part? It works for both newbies and those who’ve already had other treatments. Big win for Lilly—and maybe for future patients, too! #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch1936Share
Kristi Key+FollowDeep-Sea Bacteria vs. Cancer?!Scientists just found a sugar molecule from deep-sea bacteria that can wipe out cancer cells—without harming healthy ones! This wild compound, EPS3.9, basically makes cancer cells self-destruct and even gets the immune system fired up to help. It’s still early days, but this could mean future cancer treatments that are way less harsh. Who knew the ocean was hiding such a game-changer? #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch331Share
Charles Christensen+FollowGame-Changer for Brain Cancer Treatment?Researchers just found a genetic clue that could help doctors predict which brain cancer patients will actually benefit from the drug bevacizumab. Basically, if your tumor has a certain genetic change (CDK4 amplification), you might get way more out of this treatment. This could mean fewer people getting unnecessary side effects and more targeted care for those who need it most. Personalized medicine is seriously leveling up! #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch480Share
Charles Christensen+FollowFiber Might Be a Secret Weapon for CancerDid you know upping your fiber could actually help skin cancer patients respond better to treatment? A new study found that people on a high-fiber diet had better results and fewer nasty side effects during immunotherapy. Researchers think it’s all about how fiber boosts your gut bacteria, which then helps your immune system do its thing. It’s wild to think something as simple as what you eat could make such a big difference! More research is coming, but this could be a game-changer for cancer care. #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch491Share
john24+FollowCancer Breakthrough: Universal CAR T?!Dispatch Bio just dropped $216M to tackle one of cancer’s toughest problems: solid tumors. Their secret weapon? A ‘universal’ CAR T therapy using a Flare platform that tags and weakens tumors so the immune system can actually fight back. This could work on tons of different cancers—seriously, 90% of them! Big names like Bristol Myers Squibb and Penn’s Carl June are in on this, and human trials are set for 2026. Is this the game-changer cancer treatment needed? #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch699Share
Ryan Lewis+FollowHerpesvirus: The Unexpected Cancer FighterWho would've guessed cold sores could help fight cancer? Scientists tweaked the herpesvirus (yep, the one behind cold sores) and paired it with an immunotherapy drug to shrink or even erase tumors in one-third of people with stubborn, late-stage melanoma. The wild part? It worked on tumors all over the body, not just where they injected it. Minimal side effects, and it’s now under FDA review for fast-track approval. Cancer treatment is getting a serious plot twist! #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch16414Share
Michelle Welch+FollowGame-Changer for Cancer Testing!Brown Cancer Center just became the first in the US to offer a new FDA-approved test that scans both DNA and RNA from a tiny tumor sample—all in one go! This means faster, more precise answers for patients, and treatments that are truly tailored to their cancer. No more waiting weeks for results or running multiple tests. This tech could seriously change the game for cancer care! #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch745Share
April Anderson+FollowCancer Cells Ride Energy Waves?!Cancer cells have a wild trick up their sleeve: they create literal waves of energy on their surface to fuel their invasion. Scientists at Johns Hopkins just caught these 'power ripples' in action, showing that the more aggressive the cancer, the more intense the waves. Blocking these waves slows the cancer down—meaning new treatments could target these energy surges instead of just nuking everything. Imagine: fighting cancer by breaking its rhythm! #Health #BodyHealth #CancerResearch5716Share
