Examining a potential second generation epigenetic therapy for advanced solid tumors

Preliminary results of a first-in-human study show manageable toxicity and preliminary antitumor activity of a potential second generation epigenetic therapy for advanced solid tumors Published in Clinical Cancer Research, preliminary results (part 1) of a two-part, first-in-human, open-label and multicenter study show that monotherapy with JNJ-64619178—a novel, selective inhibitor of protein arginine methyl transferase 5 […]

First warning sign of Alzheimer's may be THIS bizarre symptom

First warning sign of Alzheimer’s may be THIS bizarre symptom, study suggests A study found those genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s had loss of smell This could be due to loss of smell creating inflammation in the brain  READ MORE: The utterly bizarre symptom that may be a sign of DEMENTIA A loss of smell is […]

Melanoma Detection in Racial, Ethnic Minorities Evaluated

TOPLINE: Researchers observed a low incidence of melanoma and low detection rates among a large racial and ethnic minority cohort. METHODOLOGY: Researchers investigated melanoma incidence and presentation in 60,680 Hispanic, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black, and Pacific Islander individuals. Of the 60,680 patients, 12,738 were screened for skin cancer and 47,942 were not. […]

Can 6 newly discovered chemical cocktails reverse aging?

The discovery of ways to induce pluripotency of stem cells has allowed the advancement of stem cell, embryo, and organoid research. However, while pluripotency can be induced, the reversal of aging has proved more difficult. A group of researchers has claimed to have discovered cocktails of chemicals that reverse aging in cells. According to other […]

Two signs of fatty liver disease that could be mistaken for heat stroke

Liver Disease: Expert discusses risks and symptoms As the name suggests, fatty liver disease is caused by having too much fat in the liver. In its initial stages it often doesn’t present with symptoms, meaning it can go by unnoticed for a long time. However, if it isn’t treated the disease can progress to more […]

Fleetwood Mac bassist John McVie’s four-year battle with cancer – signs

Bowel cancer: Dr Amir explains symptoms to look out for In the UK, bowel cancer is the fourth most common form of the disease and second most deadly, accounting for almost 17,000 deaths a year. Also known as colorectal cancer, it refers to cancer that starts in the large bowel – the colon – or […]

Mum makes plea after two year hunt for kidney for son

Karenjit Bahia’s life took an unexpected turn when her son was diagnosed with kidney failure shortly after birth. Baby Harvey’s need for a new kidney was a devastating blow to a family with no history of serious health issues. However, their journey towards finding a donor proved to be a challenging one, especially as an […]