New insights into treatment targets for men with advanced prostate cancers

A study published recently in the Journal of Clinical Oncology Precision Oncology, an American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) journal, outlines findings from the largest-ever prospective genomic analysis of advanced prostate cancer tumors. Using comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) to analyze thousands of tumor samples from men with advanced prostate cancers, the researchers identified that 57

PSA: Trader Joe's Has a YouTube Channel

Trader Joe’s has made it very clear it puts people first, from its customers to its employees. So it’s no surprise the grocer — which was recently named by Forbes as America’s best employer — was quietly working behind the scenes to film and produce not one, not two, but 12 videos for its brand-new

Fish guide: Which fish should still be on the table

Seafood guide: What is the fish still on the table: fish is healthy – nutrition experts agree. However, environmental organizations are sounding more and more Alarm: Many fish stocks are overfished. Certain fishing and farming methods damage the environment. FOCUS Online explains what fish you can eat safely. Who wants to eat healthy, frequently, and

Appendix removal associated with development of Parkinson’s disease: Data from 62 million records explores relationship between the gut and the nervous system disorder

Patients who had their appendix removed were more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than those whose appendix remained in place, according to the largest study to address the relationship between the two conditions. The retrospective study involving more than 62 million patient records from 26 health systems will be presented at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW)

Trial remedies racial disparities in treatment for early-stage lung and breast cancer patients

Results from a study published in the Journal of the National Medical Association show that a pragmatic system-based intervention within cancer treatment centers can nearly eliminate existing disparities in treatment and outcomes for black patients with early-stage lung and breast cancer. The treatment completion rates before this intervention were 87.3 percent for white patients versus

Tons Of People Say They’re Losing Their Hair On The Keto Diet

Okay, so you’re on the keto diet and losing some serious weight—but you’re also noticing a little more hair in the shower drain…and in your hair brush…and all over your clothes. What gives? Is keto to blame? Unfortunately, maybe. The Instagram hashtag #ketohairloss is full of horror stories (and before-and-after pics) of people who started

How much protein do you need for weight loss and muscle growth?

(HealthDay)—Low-carb, vegetarian, Mediterranean—whatever your diet, it’s important to get enough protein. Although research hasn’t yet pinpointed one perfect formula, experts say that the typical “recommended” daily minimums aren’t optimal, and that it helps to factor in your weight and activity level to determine how much protein you personally need. A good baseline for people who

The Best Things Kim Kardashian Has Said About Motherhood

Proud mom! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West started growing their family in 2013, and the reality star has been gushing about her children ever since. The couple first welcomed their daughter North, followed by Saint in 2015 and Chicago three years later. While the makeup mogul carried her first two babies, she welcomed her third via surrogate after