International Journal Of Cancer
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Oral microbes and gastric cancer
Studies in three large population cohorts that include Asian, African American and European American people support a role for the oral microbiota — the collection of microbial species in the mouth — in gastric cancer development. Read MoreDec 13, 2021
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Breast cancer treatment in older women
A new study from Vanderbilt epidemiologists suggests that it’s time to reconsider clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of early-stage breast cancer in older women. Read MoreNov 12, 2020
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A step toward cancer prevention
A computational technique that combines the effect of multiple genomic variants has the potential to identify high-risk individuals for cancer prevention. Read MoreAug 10, 2020
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Mouth health and colorectal cancer
Microbial species in the mouth could be playing a role in colorectal cancer development, according to new research from epidemiologists at VUMC. Read MoreJun 6, 2019
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Searching out pancreatic cancer risk
Vanderbilt researchers have identified a biomarker that could be used to predict pancreatic cancer risk. Read MoreDec 7, 2017
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Bile acids, microbiota and colon cancer
Bile acids produced by a western diet alter the composition of the gut microbiota and promote intestinal carcinogenesis. Read MoreJul 5, 2017
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Potential target for lung cancer therapy
The glutamine transporter protein appears to contribute to the survival of lung cancer cells, suggesting it may be a useful diagnostic biomarker and target for therapies. Read MoreOct 5, 2015
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Wilms’ tumors differ in developing nations
In addition to limited health care resources, biological factors may play a role in the poor survival of children with a common kidney cancer in developing nations. Read MoreApr 13, 2012
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‘Acid test’ for cervical cancer
An inexpensive, low-tech test for cervical cancer may be a good option for screening for the disease among HIV-infected women in developing countries. Read MoreFeb 21, 2012