Frailty is associated with increased prevalence of depressive symptoms in adults with cancer
Frailty strongly linked to depression in cancer patients
A meta-analysis of cross-sectional studies examined the relationship between frailty and depression in adults with cancer.
Frail cancer patients are nearly six times more likely to struggle with depression, a major red flag for care teams and families.
Perspective review discusses chronic air pollution effects on children and older adults in Puerto Rico
Air pollution may change your body’s microbes and raise cancer risk
This perspective review examines the impact of chronic air pollution and environmental exposures on children and older adults.
Tiny particles in the air we breathe may be altering the body’s microbiome and increasing cancer risk, especially in kids and older adults l…
Systematic review links reproductive concerns to mental health issues in 2,741 cancer patients
Cancer treatment often damages male fertility and causes deep anxiety
This systematic review synthesizes data from 2,741 reproductive-aged male patients with cancer regarding reproductive concerns.
Cancer therapy creates deep worry for men about fertility and mental health during recovery and beyond
Review of X chromosome inactivation in women with pathogenic variants and cancer risk
Women with X-linked cancer risks face unique genetic challenges
This narrative review examines X chromosome inactivation and its implications for women carrying pathogenic variants on the X chromosome.
A review explores how X chromosome inactivation affects women carrying pathogenic variants linked to cancer and X-linked syndromes.
Systematic review and meta-analysis shows Mediterranean diet adherence correlates with reduced mortality in cancer patients
Sticking to a Mediterranean diet lowers death risk for many cancer types
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated adherence to the Mediterranean diet in cancer patients across 17 studies with sample size…
A review of 17 studies shows that following a Mediterranean diet is linked to lower death rates and better survival for people with various …
Systematic review and meta-analysis of unmet supportive care needs in 32,493 adults with cancer
Cancer patients need more help with information and mental health support now
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated unmet supportive care needs among 32,493 adults with cancer.
A massive review of over 32,000 patients shows that information and emotional support are the biggest gaps in cancer care today
CBT-based psychoeducation improves anger control and death anxiety in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy
Eight CBT sessions help cancer patients control anger and fear of death
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 80 individuals receiving chemotherapy, with 40 in the control group and 40 receiving eight session…
Eight sessions of CBT-based psychoeducation significantly improved anger control and reduced death anxiety in people receiving chemotherapy …
Narrative review examines multimorbidity impact on sepsis morbidity and mortality outcomes
Sepsis Risk Skyrockets When You Have Multiple Chronic Conditions
This narrative review synthesizes evidence regarding sepsis in patients with multimorbidity including type 2 diabetes and heart failure.
Common chronic diseases like diabetes and heart failure create hidden traps that make sepsis much harder to fight and treat.
Scoping review of 343 records on drug resistance mechanisms across all cancer types
Cancer cells pause to survive drugs then reset for a comeback
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from 343 eligible records regarding drug resistance in all types of cancer.
Cancer cells can pause their growth to hide from drugs and then wake up stronger once the medicine stops.
Narrative review links ultra-processed food to obesity and multiple metabolic conditions
Is Ultra-Processed Food Driving Obesity And Infertility
This narrative review examines the association between ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption and adverse health outcomes.
Ultra-processed foods might hurt your health by causing weight gain or by acting directly on your body without weight gain at all.
Palliative care integration reduced diagnostic intensity and costs in adult cancer patients dying at a Jordanian center
Palliative care cuts end-of-life costs and tests for cancer patients
This retrospective cohort study analyzed 299 adult cancer patients who died at a tertiary cancer center in Jordan.
Cancer patients who get palliative care need fewer tests and spend less in their final week.
Systematic review and meta-analysis shows Tai Chi improves sleep quality in cancer patients
Gentle Movement Helps Cancer Patients Rest Better Tonight
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effect of Tai Chi on sleep quality in cancer patients.
Cancer patients struggling with insomnia may find relief through gentle Tai Chi movements that improve sleep quality significantly.