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Episode 24: USC Scientists Create Smart Cancer-Fighting Cells

What are Echo-Back CAR-T cells, and how do they fight cancer? Echo-Back CAR-T cells respond to ultrasound, target tumors precisely, and work five times longer than current therapies, offering hope for solid tumor treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 23: Cancer Vaccine Breakthrough

How does a new cancer vaccine work? A breakthrough vaccine from Tufts University uses a lysate of tumor proteins to train the immune system to attack cancers like melanoma, lung, and breast cancer, offering hope for long-lasting protection. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 22: Flash Radiotherapy, a Revolutionary Approach to Cancer Treatment

What is flash radiotherapy, and how could it revolutionize cancer treatment? Flash radiotherapy delivers ultra-high doses of radiation in under a second, destroying tumors while sparing healthy tissue. Human trials show fewer side effects and promising results. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 21: New Hope for Childhood Brain Cancer Treatment

How could a new drug transform childhood brain cancer treatment? CT179 targets cancer stem cells, blocks tumor growth, and prevents recurrence, offering hope for better survival rates and quality of life in children with brain cancer. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 20: Breakthroughs in Understanding Cancer Risks

How do our genes influence cancer risk? New research identifies 400 gene variations linked to 13 cancers, offering hope for better prevention, earlier detection, and personalized treatments. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 19: What Is in Our Water Can Hurt Us

How are "forever chemicals" linked to cancer? New research shows PFAS in drinking water are tied to higher rates of cancers like kidney, breast, and digestive system cancers, highlighting the need for stricter regulations. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 17: Household Chemicals and Canine Cancer

How do household chemicals affect your dog’s cancer risk? New research shows that common chemicals like flame retardants and phthalates increase bladder cancer risk in dogs—and may pose similar risks to humans. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 16: Revolutionizing Breast Cancer Screening With Metabolomics

How could metabolics revolutionize breast cancer detection? New research shows that blood markers like the glutamine-glutamate ratio can detect breast cancer years earlier than mammograms, offering a more accurate, noninvasive screening method. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 15: Cancer Outcome Dramatically Improved With Exercise

How do fitness levels impact cancer survival? New research shows that higher muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness can reduce all-cause mortality by up to 46% in cancer patients, even in advanced stages. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 14: New Discoveries About Epigenetics Driving Cancer

How do epigenetic patterns help us understand cancer? New research shows that cancer’s epigenetic switches—how genes are turned on and off—can predict patient outcomes and reveal new drug targets, opening up exciting treatment possibilities. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 13: Some Bile Acids Enhance Liver Cancer Treatment

Why is immunotherapy less effective for liver cancer? New research shows certain bile acids suppress T cells, but others like UDCA can boost their cancer-fighting power. This discovery could revolutionize liver cancer treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 12: Using Cancer’s Resistance to Defeat Itself

How are scientists using cancer’s resistance to fight it? Penn State researchers have developed a Trojan horse strategy, engineering cancer cells to self-destruct and kill nearby tumors. This breakthrough could revolutionize cancer treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 11: Can Aspirin Improve Current Cancer Therapies?

How can common drugs like aspirin improve cancer treatment? New research shows that anti-inflammatory drugs can clear cancer’s “smoke screen,” making immunotherapy more effective. Clinical trials are underway to test this exciting breakthrough. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 9: Exercise Betters Us at a Molecular Level

How powerful is exercise for your health? New research shows exercise transforms your body at the molecular level, reducing cancer and heart disease risk by 50% or more. Just 30-45 minutes of moderate activity can add years to your life. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 10: Does China Lead in Cancer Research?

How is global collaboration changing cancer research? A new partnership between Eastern and Western medicine combines AI, traditional Chinese medicine, and cutting-edge science to improve cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 8: Improving Anyone’s Health Through Simple Diet Additions

How does your diet affect your gut microbiome and cancer risk? A new study shows that plant-rich diets, like vegan and vegetarian diets, promote beneficial gut bacteria linked to better health and lower cancer risk. Even omnivores can improve their gut health by eating more plant-based foods. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 7: New Insights Into Mitochondria in Cancer and Aging

How do mitochondria help cancer cells survive under stress? New research reveals that mitochondria split into two specialized groups—one producing energy and the other supporting cell growth. This adaptation, seen in pancreatic cancer cells, could lead to breakthroughs in cancer treatment and aging research. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 6: How Inflammation Leads to Cancer

Can gut inflammation really lead to cancer? New research uncovers a genetic link and a potential treatment, offering hope for millions with IBD. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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Episode 5: Fiber May Help Overcome Cancer

Did you know that a high-fiber diet may be one of the most powerful tools we have in preventing cancer? Recent groundbreaking research has uncovered an unexpected mechanism linking dietary fiber, gut bacteria, and cancer prevention. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.

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