Early warning signs in your hands that could indicate heart disease or lung cancer

Your hands can reveal a lot about you, from the hardness and calluses that come from years of physical work to the softness that comes with a life of ease. However, they can also indicate the onset of serious health problems, such as heart disease and lung cancer. Heart disease is the second leading cause … Read more

Asian American women get lung cancer despite never smoking. It baffles scientists and leads to more research.

It was fall 2021 and Aurora Lucas had a persistent cough and chest pain. However, her doctors dismissed the symptoms and told her to drink hot water and honey. After three months of hospital visits, Lucas was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer at the age of 28, despite never having smoked. Lucas, a Filipino … Read more

What type of cancer does he have?

The King’s cancer was discovered during surgery for an enlarged prostate – Shutterstock The king has not revealed what type of cancer he has been diagnosed with, but the cancer was discovered after he was treated for a benign prostate enlargement. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said that during this corrective surgery, “an isolated area of … Read more

New mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna tested in British patients

A new mRNA cancer vaccine, made by pharmaceutical company Moderna, is being tested in British patients. The mRNA technology – which has been adapted to make Covid-19 shots – helps the body recognize and fight cancer cells. Experts believe these vaccines could lead to a new generation of ‘off-the-shelf’ cancer therapies. Once in the body, … Read more