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Score this 13-port dual-HDMI docking station for just $50
Score this 13-port dual-HDMI docking station for just $50
TL;DR: As of October 29, get this 13-in-1 Docking Station with Dual HDMI for only
2023-10-29 17:00
Who is Tim Ballard's wife? Former CIA agent-turned-trafficking nemesis hit by slew of accusations
Who is Tim Ballard's wife? Former CIA agent-turned-trafficking nemesis hit by slew of accusations
Ballard, whose work was depicted in the movie 'Sound of Freedom,' has been a prominent figure in the fight against child trafficking and exploitation
2023-09-19 16:34
Fiery Djokovic into ninth Wimbledon final, record 35th at Slams
Fiery Djokovic into ninth Wimbledon final, record 35th at Slams
Novak Djokovic powered into his ninth Wimbledon final as the fiery defending champion feuded with the umpire and spectators before beating Jannik Sinner to reach a record 35th Grand...
2023-07-14 23:56
What you need to know about new research into treating cervical cancer
What you need to know about new research into treating cervical cancer
Using existing drugs to treat cervical cancer before standard treatment could lead to a 35% reduction in the risk of relapse or death, a new study suggests. Researchers from the UCL Cancer Institute and UCLH looked into whether a short course of induction chemotherapy (IC), where a drug is used to destroy as many cancer cells as possible, before chemoradiation (CRT), could help with this. Here’s everything you need to know about the findings… What is cervical cancer? According to the NHS website, cervical cancer is a type of cancer found anywhere near the cervix – the opening between the vagina and the womb (uterus), which is also known as the neck of the womb. Most cervical cancers grow very slowly and are caused by an infection from specific types of human papillomavirus (HPV) and mostly affect women under the age of 45. According to Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, symptoms include vaginal bleeding that is unusual to you, changes to vaginal discharge, discomfort during sex and pain in your lower back or pelvis. Changes to cells can be spotted by a cervical screening, and then treated before they turn into cancer. There are around 3,200 new cases every year in the UK, with the five-year survival rate being around 70%, according to Cancer Research UK. CRT has been the standard treatment for cervical cancer patients since 1999, but even though there have been overall significant developments in radiation therapy techniques, up to 30% of people experience their cancer coming back. What did the research involve? Over a 10-year period, 500 patients who had been diagnosed with cervical cancer – that was large enough to see without a microscope but hadn’t spread to other parts of the body – took part in the Interlace trial at hospitals in the UK, Mexico, India, Italy and Brazil. Researchers looked into whether a short course of IC before CRT could reduce rates of relapse and death. What results were found? After five years, researchers discovered that 80% of the people who received a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy were alive, whilst 73% had not seen their cancer return or spread. A major benefit, according to researchers, is that it can be incorporated into standard of care treatment relatively quickly, because cheap, accessible and already-approved ingredients such as carboplatin and paclitaxel are needed for IC. “Our trial shows that this short course of additional chemotherapy delivered immediately before the standard CRT can reduce the risk of the cancer returning or death by 35%,” said Dr Mary McCormack, lead investigator of the trial from UCL Cancer Institute and UCLH. “This is the biggest improvement in outcome in this disease in over 20 years. “I’m incredibly proud of all the patients who participated in the trial; their contribution has allowed us to gather the evidence needed to improve treatment of cervical cancer patients everywhere. “We couldn’t have done this without the generous support of Cancer Research UK.” Why is the research important? Dr Iain Foulkes, executive director of research and innovation at Cancer Research UK, said: “Timing is everything when you’re treating cancer. The simple act of adding induction chemotherapy to the start of chemoradiation treatment for cervical cancer has delivered remarkable results in this trial. “A growing body of evidence is showing the value of additional rounds of chemotherapy before other treatments like surgery and radiotherapy in several other cancers. “Not only can it reduce the chances of cancer coming back, it can be delivered quickly using drugs already available worldwide. “We’re excited for the improvements this trial could bring to cervical cancer treatment and hope short courses of induction chemotherapy will be rapidly adopted in the clinic.”
2023-10-23 19:51
Sergi Roberto admits talking to 'excited' Neymar about Barcelona return
Sergi Roberto admits talking to 'excited' Neymar about Barcelona return
Barcelona captain Sergi Roberto claims Neymar is excited by the idea of returning to Catalonia this summer. The 31-year-old has been put up for sale by Paris Saint-Germain and wants to leave the club.
2023-08-12 19:00
Chase Kalisz joins six-timers worlds club with runner-up finish at US national championships
Chase Kalisz joins six-timers worlds club with runner-up finish at US national championships
Chase Kalisz has become the seventh American swimmer to make six world championship teams
2023-06-30 10:52
'Is he gonna blame Amber again?' Johnny Depp shredded for arriving late at Cannes presser for latest film
'Is he gonna blame Amber again?' Johnny Depp shredded for arriving late at Cannes presser for latest film
Johnny Depp apparently got stuck in traffic and also missed the photo call with director Maiwenn and the rest of the cast of 'Jeanne du Barry'
2023-05-18 22:24
Boeing cuts 2023 forecast for 737 deliveries as it reports loss
Boeing cuts 2023 forecast for 737 deliveries as it reports loss
Boeing reported another hefty loss Wednesday as it trimmed its full-year forecast for deliveries of the 737 to address a...
2023-10-25 22:49
Trump arraignment scheduled for next week in Georgia election case
Trump arraignment scheduled for next week in Georgia election case
Donald Trump’s arraignment in Fulton County, Georgia has been scheduled for 9.30am on 6 September. The remaining 18 defendants in the 2020 election subversion case have been scheduled to be arraigned after Mr Trump in 15-minute increments. Former New York Mayor and Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani is scheduled to be arraigned at 9.45am, and former law professor John Eastman after that at 10am. “Kraken” lawyer Sidney Powell is set to be arraigned at 10.15am on 6 September – Wednesday next week – followed by former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows at 10.30am. More follows...
2023-08-28 22:08
'Lady, you look weird': Kim Kardashian causes concern online over botched face after crying fit shows it doesn't move
'Lady, you look weird': Kim Kardashian causes concern online over botched face after crying fit shows it doesn't move
Kim was left in tears after her ex-husband Kanye West unleashed a series of violent online attacks, but fans were more worried by her crying face
2023-05-27 13:13
Brookfield Fund Loses Consultant Approval After Leaders Exit
Brookfield Fund Loses Consultant Approval After Leaders Exit
Investment consultant Aksia LLC rescinded its approval for Brookfield Asset Management’s special-situations fund after two top executives left,
2023-10-31 08:38
Glover seizes lead with 64 at St. Jude Championship
Glover seizes lead with 64 at St. Jude Championship
Lucas Glover, the 2009 US Open champion, fired a six-under-par 64 to grab a one-stroke lead after Friday's second round of the St. Jude Championship...
2023-08-12 06:36