Some patients with a terminal illness seem to be able to ‘hold on’ until after an anticipated holiday or event. This might be less about staying positive and more about being supported in your goals.
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Memes and conflict: Study shows surge of imagery and fakes can precede international and political violence Science + Tech – The Conversation
Visual content, including manipulated images, is a staple of propaganda and political messaging. AI analysis shows that a surge of these memes can precede the outbreak of wide-scale violence.
New Treatment Strategies for Esophageal Cancer American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
A recently approved first-line therapy and novel insights into optimizing treatment strategies may offer new options for esophageal cancer patients.
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Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment Science + Tech – The Conversation
Cachexia, or wasting syndrome, causes around 80% of patients with advanced cancer to withdraw from life.
Alcohol causes cancer, and less than 1 drink can increase your risk − a cancer biologist explains how Health – The Conversation
Alcohol is the third-leading preventable cause of cancer in the US, accounting for tens of thousands of cancer deaths per year.
Shaken baby syndrome can cause permanent brain damage, long-term disabilities or death – a pediatrician examines the preventable tragedy Health – The Conversation
Up to 25% of infants diagnosed with abusive head trauma – otherwise known as shaken baby syndrome – die, and a substantial percentage who survive are left with long-term disabilities.
Measles cases are on the rise − here’s how to make sure you’re protected Health – The Conversation
A medical epidemiologist explains who should consider getting a booster and whether you might need to check your antibody levels.
Humans aren’t the only animals with complex culture − but researchers point to one feature that makes ours unique Science + Tech – The Conversation
Animals can learn from each other, maintaining their cultures for long periods of time. What sets people apart may be the uniquely open-ended ways we invent new ideas and share and build on them.
Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep Health – The Conversation
Insomnia and bad sleep can lead to high blood pressure and increase hormone levels and inflammation.
5 years on, true counts of COVID-19 deaths remain elusive − and research is hobbled by lack of data Health – The Conversation
Death data in the US is fragmented, incomplete and inconsistent. The consequences of undercounted deaths and lack of real-time tracking continue to be felt with each new public health crisis.