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Obesity at Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Higher Mortality Risk in Children Ottawa, 13 Jan (ONA)--- A Canadian study reveals that children with cancer who are obese at diagnosis face an elevated risk of relapse and death. The population-based research analyzed data from 11,291 children aged 2 to 18 years in the Cancer in Young People in Canada (CYP-C) database between 2001 and 2020. Obesity was defined as a body mass index at or above the 95th percentile for age and sex. Among the participants, 10.5% were obese at diagnosis. The study found ...

Carrots May Aid in Managing Type 2 Diabetes: Study Copenhagen, 9 Jan (ONA) --- A study from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) suggests that carrots may support type 2 diabetes management by improving blood sugar regulation and promoting a healthier gut microbiome. Type 2 diabetes affects millions worldwide. Treatment typically involves dietary changes and medication, though many people experience side effects from common pharmaceuticals. Researchers from SDU, Odense University Hospital, and the University of Copenhagen believe carrots could offer a natural, ...

Glass of Milk A Day Cuts Bowel Cancer Risk: Study London, 8 Jan (ONA) --- A large study from the United Kingdom (UK) has found further evidence that people with more calcium in their diet - equivalent to a glass of milk a day - can help reduce their risk of bowel cancer. The researchers analysed the diets of more than half a million women over 16 years and found dark leafy greens, bread and non-dairy milks containing calcium also had a protective effect. A recent study from Oxford University and Cancer Research UK highlights the role of diet in reducing the risk of bowel cancer. ...

Tea Bags Release Billions of Microplastics into Water: Study Madrid, 29 Dec (ONA) --- A recent study by the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) has revealed the alarming release of micro- and nanoplastic (MNPL) particles from tea bags into water, raising concerns about potential health risks. Published in Chemosphere, the study analyzed three types of tea bags and found that billions of plastic fragments are released per milliliter of water. Tea bags made from polypropylene released the highest amount of particles, averaging 1.2 billion per milliliter, ...

Global Autism Prevalence Doubles to 1 in 127 Canberra, 24 Dec (ONA)--- A new study published in The Lancet Psychiatry finds that one in 127 people globally—approximately 61.8 million individuals—are on the autism spectrum, nearly doubling previous estimates. The research, conducted by Australian institutions including the University of Queensland and the University of Sydney, used 2021 data to provide updated figures. The findings highlight a significant gender disparity, with autism prevalence twice as high in men compared to women. This gap is attributed to ...

Tea and Coffee Linked to Lower Head and Neck Cancer Risk Washington, 23 Dec (ONA) --- Research finds people who have more than four coffees a day have 17% lower chance of head and neck cancers. A new study suggests that drinking tea and coffee may slightly reduce the risk of head and neck cancers. Researchers analyzed data from 14 studies across Europe, North America, and Latin America, involving over 25,000 participants. The findings reveal that consuming more than four cups of caffeinated coffee daily is associated with a 17% lower risk of head and ...

Cooking Oil Linked to Increasing Colon Cancer: Study Washington, 22 Dec (ONA) --- A recent study published in the medical journal Gut and revealed a potential link between cooking oils and increasing colon cancer cases among young people.Tumors analyzed in the study were found to contain greasy substances formed during the metabolic breakdown of seed oils such as sunflower, canola, corn, and grapeseed oil.These oils, when consumed in excess, may trigger chronic inflammation, a condition linked to cancer and other serious diseases.Researchers emphasized the importance of using ...

Study Highlights Benefits of Drinking Plenty of WaterCalifornia, US, 18 Dec (ONA) --- A new study by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has shed light on the wide-ranging benefits of drinking more water. By analyzing 18 previous studies with a median of 48 participants each, the research highlights specific health advantages, including reduced risks of kidney stones and improved weight management.While only 10 of the reviewed studies showed measurable benefits, other findings suggest water consumption may help prevent migraines, urinary tract ...

Nasal Fungi Linked to Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma: Study Lisbon, 17 Dec (ONA) --- A global team of researchers, including scientists from the University of Porto, has discovered that people with allergic rhinitis and asthma have different nasal fungal communities, or mycobiomes, compared to healthy individuals. The study, published in Frontiers in Microbiology, analyzed nasal swabs from 306 participants, including 214 patients with respiratory diseases and 125 healthy controls. The findings revealed that patients with allergic rhinitis and asthma had richer and ...

Dark Chocolate Linked to Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Study Washington, 17 Dec (ONA)--- A recent study has found that consuming dark chocolate five times a week may lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes by up to 21%. Researchers analyzed data from over 111,000 U.S. healthcare workers over a 25-year period, focusing on the impact of chocolate type—dark versus milk—on diabetes risk. While total chocolate intake showed a 10% reduced risk for those consuming 1 ounce (28 grams) at least five times weekly, the strongest benefit came from dark chocolate. In contrast, milk chocolate ...

Chinese Researchers Discover New Pattern in Virus TransmissionBeijing, 16 Dec (ONA) --- A Chinese research team from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences has uncovered a new pattern in virus transmission through synthetic biology techniques. The study, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, focuses on the movement patterns of E. coli bacteria and a bacteriophage, M13, that can infect it. To understand the underlying patterns, researchers used E. coli as the host and M13 ...

Sugary Drinks Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risk Than Baked Treats: Study Stockholm, 11 Dec (ONA) --- A recent study in Frontiers in Public Health indicates that sugary drinks pose a greater risk for cardiovascular disease compared to sweets like baked goods. Researchers led by Suzanne Janzi from Lund University examined nearly 70,000 Swedish adults’ diets and heart health over two decades. The study found that sugary beverages, such as sodas and fruit drinks, were more strongly linked to heart disease than solid treats, which digest more slowly due to ...

Billions of Malaria Cases Have Been Prevented this Century: WHO Geneva, 11 Dec (ONA) --- The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 2.2 billion cases of malaria have been prevented since the year 2000 through risk education, use of mosquito nets and vaccinations. In the process, around 12.7 million deaths have been averted, the WHO writes in a report published in Geneva today. Seventeen countries now routinely vaccinate young children against malaria. According to WHO estimates, this could save tens of thousands of deaths each year. Malaria is the most ...

AI Models Predict Neuroscience Outcomes Better Than Experts: StudyLondon, 27 Nov (ONA) --- Large language models (LLMs), advanced AI systems trained on vast text datasets, found to outperform human experts in predicting neuroscience study results, according to a study by the University College London (UCL).Published in Nature Human Behaviour, the research highlights LLMs' ability to identify patterns in scientific literature, enabling them to forecast experimental outcomes with remarkable accuracy.Lead researcher Dr. Ken Luo of UCL Psychology & Language Sciences explained ...

Omega-3s and Omega-6s May Reduce Overall Cancer Risk: StudyLondon, 24 Nov (ONA) --- A recent study in the International Journal of Cancer suggests that fish oil supplements may help lower the risk of developing cancer. Researchers in the UK analyzed data from over 250,000 participants who underwent blood tests to measure omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid levels and were monitored for more than a decade.Higher levels of omega-3s were linked to reduced rates of colon, stomach, lung, and digestive tract cancers, while omega-6s correlated with lower rates of 14 cancers, including brain and ...

Eggs May Lower Cholesterol and Improve Brain Health: Study California, US, 17 Nov (ONA) --- A study of the University of California, San Diego suggests eating two to four eggs daily may help lower cholesterol levels and support brain health, challenging their high-cholesterol reputation. Researchers found women who consumed more eggs experienced less memory decline, while earlier data showed men who ate more eggs performed better on cognitive tests. Though cholesterol-rich foods like butter and cream were once linked to heart disease, current research highlights ...

Japanese Study Aims to Reduce Disease Risk for Low Birthweight BabiesTokyo, 17 Nov (ONA) --- A recent study by a Japanese team could pave the way for the development of treatments aimed at reducing health issues like kidney disorders for low birthweight babies, while also working towards breaking the intergenerational cycle of related diseases. In Japan, around 10 percent of babies are born with low birthweight, according to the team. The research comes as a growing number of babies in Japan are born weighing less than 2,500 grams, causing them to face a higher and yet ...

Over 800 Million Adults Worldwide Have Diabetes, Most Untreated: Study London, 14 Nov (ONA) --- A new study has found that over 800 million adults globally have diabetes, nearly double previous estimates, with more than half of those over 30 not receiving treatment. Published in The Lancet, the research estimated 828 million people aged 18 and above were affected by diabetes in 2022, with 445 million, or 59%, untreated. Previously, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated 422 million cases, highlighting the disease’s rapid increase, especially in low- and ...

Rising Frailty in Older Adults Linked to Increased Dementia Risk: StudyWashington, 13 Nov (ONA)--- A new study published in JAMA Neurology has uncovered a strong link between frailty and the risk of dementia in older adults.Researchers found that frailty levels, marked by physical vulnerability and cumulative health deficits, tended to increase significantly in the years leading up to a dementia diagnosis.The study tracked frailty trajectories in adults over 60 with no baseline cognitive impairments.Using a frailty index, researchers measured physical health deficits and found ...

Liver-Brain Communication Key to Managing Circadian Eating and Obesity Washington, 11 Nov (ONA) --- A recent study published in Science revealed that the hepatic vagal afferent nerve (HVAN) plays a crucial role in regulating circadian eating patterns, offering potential insights for anti-obesity treatments. The research found that communication between the liver and brain via the HVAN influences food intake rhythms, with disruptions leading to weight gain, particularly under high-fat diets. In mice, removal of HVAN corrected disrupted eating patterns and reduced ...

Vigorous Exercise Found to be More Helpful in Reducing Blood Pressure Than Walking London, 10 Nov (ONA) --- A recent study published in Circulation finds that vigorous exercise, such as cycling, stair climbing, or running, is more effective at lowering blood pressure than low-intensity activities like walking.Researchers analyzed health data from 14,761 individuals across five countries, who wore activity trackers to monitor physical movement.Participants’ daily activities were categorized into six groups: sitting, sleeping, slow walking, fast walking, standing, and vigorous ...

Groundbreaking Study Explores Revolutionized Treatment of Diabetes London, 22 Oct (ONA) --- A groundbreaking clinical trial at the University of Oxford explores the potential of using parasitic tick saliva to treat type 1 diabetes.The study aims to eliminate the need for immunosuppressant drugs in patients receiving beta cell transplants, a key challenge in treating the condition.Current therapies require immunosuppressant drugs to prevent the immune system from attacking the transplanted cells.Researchers believe that parasitic ticks, which have evolved to evade the immune ...

Standing Does Not Improve Heart Health: StudySydney, 22 Oct (ONA) --- A new study from the University of Sydney revealed that standing for long periods does not significantly improve heart health compared to sitting. Instead, it may increase the risk of circulatory issues such as deep vein thrombosis and varicose veins, according to Medical News Today.The research analyzed data from 83,000 UK Biobank participants, using accelerometers to track how much time they spent sitting or standing daily. Researchers examined occurrences of cardiovascular diseases like coronary heart disease, ...

Study Finds 3% of Children Show Symptoms of Both Autism and ADHDMadrid, 15 Oct (ONA) --- A Spanish study revealed that around 3% of school children show symptoms of both autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), while 0.5% might qualify for dual diagnoses.Among autistic children, 33% also exhibit ADHD, and 10% of children with ADHD show autism traits. The study, led by Josefa Canals and published in *Autism Research*, analyzed data from over 3,700 children in Tarragona, Spain, gathered from both parents and teachers.The study also found higher comorbidity rates in boys ...

Chronic Stress Speeds Colorectal Cancer's Spread Dramatically: StudyVienna, 13 Oct (ONA) --- A new study suggests that chronic stress can accelerate colorectal cancer progression by disrupting gut microbiota, especially lowering levels of Lactobacillus, a beneficial bacterium essential for immune response.Researchers tested this by inducing chronic stress in mice through daily restraint, mimicking human stress.Stressed mice showed faster tumor growth and reduced beneficial bacteria, compromising their cancer-fighting ability. Both stressed and non-stressed mice developed tumors 11 ...

Chinese Scientists Apply New Scientific Method for Radiation-free Treatment of Heart DiseasesBeijing, 8 Oct (ONA) --- Chinese scientists at a Chinese hospital specializing in cardiovascular care has widely applied a radiation-free percutaneous intervention method in its treatment of heart disease. According to researchers at Fuwai Hospital under the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, is guided by ultrasound images and involves sending the treatment instruments from the peripheral blood into the heart in a minimally invasive manner. This method avoids the ...

Vitamin C Deficiency in Elderly Linked to Fatigue: Study Ottawa, 7 Oct (OCT) --- A new study recommends that older adults experiencing unusual bleeding, fatigue, and weakness be evaluated for scurvy, a disease resulting from vitamin C deficiency. Detailing a case study of a 65-year-old woman with mobility issues and social isolation, the study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) showed that scurvy, or vitamin C deficiency, is not just an 18th-century seafarers’ disease. Researchers from the University of Toronto in Canada implored clinicians ...

Coffee, Soda, Fruit Drinks Linked to Higher Stroke Risk Dublin, 2 Oct (ONA)--- A study led by the University of Galway, Ireland, has found that excessive consumption of soda, fruit drinks, and coffee significantly increases the risk of stroke. According to the research, led by Professor Andrew Smyth, drinking two or more sodas daily raises stroke risk by 22%, while two fruit drinks a day triples the risk of intracerebral hemorrhage, particularly in women. In contrast, tea consumption was found to reduce stroke risk, with black tea lowering it by 29% and green tea ...

Study Finds Gaps in Care for Adults with Schizophrenia DisordersNew York, 24 Sep (ONA) --- New research finds that adults with schizophrenia spectrum disorders have high rates of comorbid mental and only 26% received minimally adequate treatment.Meeting the needs of people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders will require innovative interventions and implementation to improve access to and use of evidence-based approaches, the authors argue.The research was published in Psychiatric Services.The researchers, led by Natalie Bareis, Ph.D., from Columbia University, analyzed data on ...

Excess Weight Increases Risk of Second Cancer: StudyChicago, 23 Sep (ONA) —- A recent study published in JAMA Network Open examined the link between obesity and the incidence of second primary cancers among adults diagnosed with cancer.Cancer survivors who are overweight or obese face a significantly higher risk of developing secondary cancers, highlighting the urgent need for effective weight management strategies in survivorship care.The research analyzed data from the Cancer Prevention Study II Nutrition Cohort, which included 26,894 participants diagnosed with nonmetastatic ...