Your Health: Simple steps to a better you.

      Understanding early-stage ovarian cancer is crucial for good care. By spreading awareness and promoting regular health check-ups, we can help reduce the harm this silent danger causes to women. Early treatment is key, stressing the importance of quick medical attention and proactive women's health. Introduction Dr. Ishu Gupta , a Senior Medical Oncologist at Cancel Cancer Hospital, Delhi, explains, "Ovarian cancer, often called the "silent killer," is a big health problem, especially when found early. In India, where gynecological cancers are common, knowing the signs, tests, and treatments for early ovarian cancer is important for better outcomes." Detecting Early Stage Ovarian Cancer "Finding ovarian cancer early is hard because it doesn't have clear symptoms at first. But there are small signs we should watch for. These include ongoing belly swelling, pelvic pain, trouble eating or feeling full quickly, and changes in peeing habits," adds ...

          Recent research from Israel challenges prior beliefs held by scientists and medical experts regarding the relationship between heart disease and cancer. While conventional wisdom linked cancer risk in heart patients primarily to factors like obesity and smoking, a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Tel Aviv University and Sheba Medical Center has uncovered a new aspect of this association. Understanding the Mechanism Prof. Jonathan Lior and his research student Tal Coller led a study published in Circulation, shedding light on the role of small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) released by damaged heart tissue.  These vesicles, which enter the bloodstream, were found to promote the growth of cancer cells throughout the body. Implications for Heart Patients The study reveals that heart patients face an elevated risk of developing cancer due to the secretion of these extracellular bubbles.  This discovery necessitates a reeval...