Tag: Cancer Prevention
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Reeves Eyes Income Tax Rise in Budget Plan Update 2025
Introduction: What the headlines mean for this year’s Budget Recent newspaper front pages highlight a potential shift in fiscal policy as Labour leader Rachel Reeves is being reported to be eyeing a modest increase in income tax in the upcoming Budget. The talking point—an approximately 2p rise in the basic rate—has sparked debate about how…
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Concordant AI and Radiologist Mammography Linked to Higher Risk
New evidence on concordant AI and radiologist readings in mammography A recent retrospective study published in Radiology: Artificial Intelligence examined how the agreement between radiologist interpretations and standalone AI assessments of screening mammography relates to future breast cancer risk. Using data from 82,899 women with a median follow-up of about five years, researchers compared four…
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Metabolic Syndrome Tied to Higher Risk of Gynecological Cancers, New Global Study Finds
New Global Analysis Links Metabolic Syndrome to Higher Gynecological Cancer Risk A comprehensive meta-analysis drawing on 25 studies from countries including India, the United States, China, the United Kingdom, and South Korea finds that women with metabolic syndrome face a significantly higher risk of developing gynecological cancers. The study, led by researchers from the Indian…
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Surprising health benefits of eating avocados, top US doc explains
Avocados: A creamy powerhouse with surprising health benefits The saying “you are what you eat” never felt more accurate. Avocados, with their creamy texture and versatile flavor, are more than a tasty addition to toast or salads. Leading gastroenterologists point to real benefits—from fiber to gut health—that can influence your overall well-being. Here’s what the…
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Developing a Green Thumb in Youth Could Help Prevent Cancer, Study Finds
Overview: Gardening as a Public Health Strategy Gardening initiatives for children and youth are more than a pastime; they are a potential primary prevention strategy against cancer and other chronic diseases. A rapid literature review led by Christina Gillies, adjunct professor at the University of Alberta, syntheses data from dozens of studies in high-income countries…
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Green Thumbs, Healthy Futures: How Gardening Helps Prevent Cancer in Children
Growing a Green Thumb Could Help Prevent Cancer Helping children develop a green thumb isn’t just about cultivating plants. A new rapid review from a University of Alberta public health team suggests that gardening initiatives for children and youth can support lifelong health, including lowering cancer risk. The research highlights how gardening can address several…
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Gardening for Kids: A Green Path to Lower Cancer Risk and Healthier Futures
Introduction: A Growing Promise in Public Health Helping children cultivate a “green thumb” could offer lifelong health benefits beyond fresh vegetables. A rapid review led by Christina Gillies, an adjunct professor at the University of Alberta, found that gardening initiatives for children and youth may serve as a primary prevention strategy to reduce cancer risk…
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WHO Urges Europe to Tighten Alcohol Rules to Fight Cancer
Europe Faces a Clear Cancer Risk from Alcohol New guidance from the World Health Organization’s cancer research arm emphasizes that tougher alcohol rules could meaningfully reduce cancer rates in Europe. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) notes there is enough evidence to justify stronger policies, even as it acknowledges the political challenges of…
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Plant-Based Functional Foods for Breast Cancer Prevention: A Practical Guide
Introduction: Plant-Based Foods as a Strategy for Breast Cancer Prevention Breast cancer affects both women and men, though awareness often focuses on women. Medical experts emphasize that lifestyle choices, including diet, play a crucial role in reducing risk. A growing body of research supports a plant-predominant dietary pattern as a powerful tool for cancer prevention,…
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Plant-based Functional Foods for Cancer Prevention: A Focus on Breast Health
Plant-based functional foods as a strategy for cancer prevention While breast cancer is more common in women, it also affects men, prompting a broader discussion about prevention through diet and lifestyle. Health professionals increasingly emphasize a plant-predominant eating pattern as a practical, evidence-based approach to lowering cancer risk. Plant-based foods offer more than basic nutrition:…