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NEW YORK — Could skipping a few meals each week help you fight cancer? It might sound far-fetched, but new research suggests that one type of intermittent fasting could actually boost your body’s natural ability to defeat cancer. A team of scientists at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center...

Intermittent fasting may supercharge ‘natural killer’ cells to destroy cancer

He explained in a video post, “The day after that I just went downhill [with a] swollen knee, although I thought that was because my knee was injured from a stack when I was in Hobart running some trails. “[I had] really bad body aches and sweat, and everything...

38-Year-Old Man’s Swollen Knee and Body Aches Led To Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Diagnosis, Now He’s Urging Others To Get Symptoms Checked As Cancer ‘Doesn’t Discriminate’

Dialysis is a type of renal replacement therapy (RRT) that filters waste products and removes excess fluid from the blood when someone's kidneys stop working sufficiently. It can be performed in a hospital, dialysis center, or at home. To survive beyond a few weeks or months, people with stage 5...

The Role of Dialysis in Kidney Treatment

Oral cancer can be a scary topic, but knowing the facts can help you stay informed and proactive. Did you know that oral cancer affects over 50,000 people in the United States each year? It's not just about smoking or chewing tobacco; factors like excessive alcohol consumption, HPV infection, and even prolonged sun exposure can increase your risk. Early detection is crucial, as it significantly improves survival rates. Regular dental check-ups can help spot early signs. Symptoms might include persistent mouth sores, difficulty swallowing, or unexplained weight loss. Staying educated about oral cancer can make a big difference in prevention and early treatment.

32 Great Facts About Oral Cancer

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In a move to improve kidney transplant equity, a new policy will remove a question about race from the Kidney Donor Profile Index because it "dishonors African American/Black donors."

Race-based question removed from Kidney Donor Profile Index to improve transplant equity

Anemia can damage tissue in the eye, causing a range of symptoms. These might include discoloration, pale eyelids, hemorrhages, and eye test findings called cotton wool spots and Roth spots. Anemia occurs when the body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells (RBCs). This typically occurs due to a shortage...

How might anemia affect the eyes?

COLUMBIA, Mo. — All cancers are difficult to treat, and blood cancers are among the trickiest to handle. However, a common high blood pressure drug is helping to weaken leukemia’s defenses against chemotherapy. Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine are using losartan in a new...

Common high blood pressure drug losartan boosts chemotherapy’s ability to beat leukemia

Metformin, a medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes, helps the body regulate sugar in the bloodstream. Part of the class of drugs known as biguanides, metformin reduces the amount of sugar you absorb from food and the amount produced by the liver. Metformin also impacts the way the body will respond to insulin, the natural substance that regulates blood sugar levels.

Diabetes Drug Metformin Investigated for Cancer Prevention Use

Anemia is a health condition in which the body does not produce or have enough healthy red blood cells. This can cause several changes in the body, including in the nails. Anemia nails often present as spoon-shaped with pale nail beds. This article will discuss all the characteristics of anemia...

Anemia Nails: Unveiling the Link Between Nail Abnormalities and Anemia

A healthy 38-year-old who began struggling to finish a half-marathon and experienced night sweats, body aches, and COVID-like symptoms learned he was facing stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Despite the shocking diagnosis, he plans to remain positive while he fights the cancer. Lymphoma is a blood cancer, specifically of the immune...

Fit, Healthy Man, 38, With Swollen Knee Felt Covid-Like Symptoms for a Month Before Learning He Had Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

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Maintaining healthy kidneys is crucial for overall well-being. Kidneys perform essential functions like filtering waste from the blood, balancing body fluids and regulating blood pressure. However, many people are unaware of the steps they can take to improve their kidney health. This article will explore practical ways to enhance kidney function, prevent kidney disease and promote a healthier lifestyle. By understanding and implementing these strategies, you can take proactive steps to safeguard your kidney health.

How to improve your kidney health

Blood cells are tiny superheroes in your body, working tirelessly to keep you alive and healthy. Ever wondered what makes these microscopic warriors so special? Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to every part of your body, while white blood cells fight off infections and keep you safe from harmful invaders. Then there are platelets, the unsung heroes that help your blood clot when you get a cut. These cells are fascinating, and their roles are crucial for your survival. Ready to learn some amazing facts about these tiny but mighty components of your blood? Let's dive in!

13 Best Facts About Blood Cells

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Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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Avid runner Govind Sandhu, 38, named the three seemingly benign warning signs that led to his shocking diagnosis of stage four non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

Runner Names 3 Warning Signs Leading to Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis

Thomasville, GA

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Vanishing Georgia

This Craftsman cottage was the home of J. Festus Flipper, Jr. (1872-1943). Festus was the brother of 2nd Lt. Henry Ossian Flipper, who was the first Black graduate of West Point. Like his father, J. Festus Flipper, the junior Flipper was a shoemaker. He and his wife, Mary Frances Davies Flipper (b. 1871-death date unknown […]

Festus Flipper House, 1928, Thomasville

Kirkwood, MO

Editor's note: This article was originally published on March 1, 2023. It has since been updated. Delayne Ivanowski, a 25-year-old nurse from Kirkwood, Missouri, had been keeping a secret plan to donate a kidney to her father, John Ivanowski, for the last few months. John had been diagnosed with a form of kidney disease known as IgA nephropathy two years ago. Despite the prognosis, John had repeatedly told Delayne that he did not want her to donate a kidney to him. Tests revealed that John was in kidney failure and Delayne knew he needed a transplant, as reported by Good Morning America.

25-year-old daughter defies her father's request and secretly donates her kidney to save his life

After receiving a bone marrow transplant and stem cell donation from her sister, Cali Cole is now several years post-transplant with no complications. Today is World Sickle Cell Disease Day. The international awareness day is observed annually to increase public knowledge and an understanding of sickle cell disease and the challenges experienced by patients, their families, and caregivers. According to the CDC, Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects about 100,000 people in the United States; more than 90% are non-Hispanic Black or African Americans. The estimated life expectancy of those with SCD in the United States is more than 20 years shorter than the average expected. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cells. People with sickle cell disease have red blood cells that contain mostly hemoglobin S, an abnormal type of hemoglobin.

Life After Sickle Cell: A Seven-Year-Old Was Cured Of The Disease Thanks To Her Younger Sister

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

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Over the last few weeks, several individuals appeared before Judge Dwayne Gillis and entered guilty pleas on felony charges in the Superior Court of Coffee County. The majority of the defendants received probation, while some will soon be transported to a Georgia prison to serve their sentences. Among the twenty-one cases, ten of the defendants faced felony drug charges.

More than 20 Individuals Plead Guilty and Sentenced on Felony Charges in Coffee County

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Black Americans are less likely to receive kidney transplants despite being more likely to need them.

Kidneys Donated By Black Americans More Likely To Be Thrown Away: Report

Virginia State

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In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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Kilgore High School Health Science Club hosts blood drive, bone marrow registry

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Kilgore High School Health Science Club hosts blood drive, bone marrow registry

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