In a recent clinical trial, researchers found that a reduced-dose chemoradiotherapy regimen for early-stage anal cancer may be comparable to standard treatment in achieving short-term tumor response, while causing fewer serious side effects.
A large population study found that higher dietary fiber intake was associated with reduced risk of stroke and improved survival among stroke survivors, with genetic evidence supporting a causal link for small vessel stroke.
A large cohort study found neoadjuvant radiotherapy improved survival for rectal cancer patients but significantly increased the risk of permanent diverting stomas—especially in upper rectal tumors.
First-year university students who adopted unhealthy habits such as poor diet, vaping, and reduced brushing frequency experienced significant declines in self-reported oral health over 6 months.