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Elizabeth Taylor's Children Continue Philanthropic Legacy and Pursue Diverse Paths

Elizabeth Taylor's Children Continue Philanthropic Legacy and Pursue Diverse Paths

Elizabeth Taylor's Children Continue Philanthropic Legacy and Pursue Diverse Paths
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Oncologists Highlight Environmental Factors and Missed Symptoms in Rising Cancer Rates

Oncologists Highlight Environmental Factors and Missed Symptoms in Rising Cancer Rates

Cancer rates are increasing globally, particularly among adults under 50, with oncologists pointing to environmental exposures as a likely contributing factor. Dr. Christopher Cann, an oncologist at Fox Chase Cancer Center, suggests that pesticides and PFAS play a role, while Dr. Monisha Singh of Houston Methodist Hospital adds pollution, plastics, and recent dietary changes to the list of potential influences. Both experts emphasize the importance of recognizing common, often-missed signs of cancer and advocating for oneself in healthcare. These signs include unintentional weight loss of 10 pounds or more over several weeks to months, chronic fatigue that impacts daily life, changes in urination (especially for men, such as blood or frequent urges), persistent changes in stool habits like blood, black stool, or prolonged constipation/diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, new or changing skin spots, and intense night sweats requiring clothing changes. Early diagnosis is crucial for better prognosis, and individ...
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Global shares fall, Treasury yields rise as central banks double down on inflation fight

Global shares fall, Treasury yields rise as central banks double down on inflation fight

By Amanda Cooper and Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) - Equities around the world fell while Treasury yields rose on Friday, as markets approached the end of a turbulent week marked by a global push by central banks to quell inflation.
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Global shares edge higher as central banks double down on inflation fight

Global shares edge higher as central banks double down on inflation fight

By Amanda Cooper and Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) - An index of global equity markets edged higher on Friday, as losses in Europe were partly offset by late gains on Wall Street, with markets ending a turbulent week marked by a global push by central banks to quell inflation.
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New Evidence Supports Kneecap Resurfacing in Total Knee Replacement for Improved Quality of Life

New Evidence Supports Kneecap Resurfacing in Total Knee Replacement for Improved Quality of Life

A 20-year study, the Knee Arthroplasty Trial (KAT), conducted by teams at the University of Oxford and the University of Aberdeen, has provided significant evidence supporting kneecap resurfacing during total knee replacement surgery. This trial, the longest randomized study in knee replacement surgery, followed 1,715 UK patients. While the study found no clear difference in Oxford Knee Scores between resurfaced and unresurfaced knees, every other outcome measured, including quality of life, leaned towards resurfacing. Patients who underwent kneecap resurfacing gained 0.380 more quality-adjusted life years over two decades at a comparable total healthcare cost. The cost of the additional implant was offset by fewer hospital readmissions. The authors concluded that the evidence now favors resurfacing as the default approach, though individual anatomy still plays a role in the final surgical decision. This finding reinforces the practice of many surgeons, particularly in the United States and Australia, wher...
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Down a Dirt Road, Find Destination-Worthy Pastries in Petaluma

Down a Dirt Road, Find Destination-Worthy Pastries in Petaluma

Blooms End At Neighboring Fields is so much more than a bakery — it’s a sense of place
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Sokolove Law Donates to Providence Cancer Institute for Mesothelioma Research and Patient Care

Sokolove Law Donates to Providence Cancer Institute for Mesothelioma Research and Patient Care

Sokolove Law, a national mesothelioma law firm, has made a $2,500 donation to the Providence Cancer Institute in Portland, Oregon. This contribution is intended to support cancer research and mesothelioma care at the institute. The donation was specifically made to the Shell-Shocked Sprinters, a Hood to Coast Relay team that includes Sokolove Law Registered Nurse Andi Lowe. Providence Cancer Institute has been the primary charitable beneficiary of the Hood to Coast and Portland to Coast relays since 2013. Philanthropy accounts for approximately 70% of the institute's cancer research funding, including its thoracic oncology program, which specializes in treating mesothelioma. The Shell-Shocked Sprinters successfully completed the 196-mile relay, contributing to the event's overall fundraising of over $1 million this year, bringing the cumulative total to more than $10.5 million, all of which remains in Oregon to fund cancer research, treatment, and patient support services.
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US regulators examine testosterone therapy for women as experts debate evidence, safety

US regulators examine testosterone therapy for women as experts debate evidence, safety

By Siddhi Mahatole and Padmanabhan Ananthan Sept 17 (Reuters) - US health regulators weighing testosterone use in menopausal women at a public meeting on Thursday were told by some experts that a female-specific product was needed while others pointed to gaps in evidence on the hormone's broader
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Humana Study Reveals Significant Reduction in Hospitalizations and Costs for Cancer Patients with Specialty Pharmacy Care

Humana Study Reveals Significant Reduction in Hospitalizations and Costs for Cancer Patients with Specialty Pharmacy Care

Humana Inc. has released findings from a study indicating that cancer patients enrolled in its Medicare Part D plans who utilized CenterWell Specialty Pharmacy services experienced an 11.7% reduction in hospitalizations. The research, conducted by Humana Pharmacy Analytics and Consulting, also showed a 2.7% decrease in emergency department visits and a 7.7% reduction in overall medical costs for these beneficiaries. The study focused on the impact of pharmacy-led care coordination services, which emphasize medication adherence and continuous patient support. These services were provided by Humana’s CenterWell Specialty Pharmacy Oncology Center of Excellence (COE) over a one-year period. The COE program offers specialized clinical care and mail-order delivery for patients managing complex cancer diagnoses and therapies, including those prescribed intravenous chemotherapy, oral targeted oncolytics, and immunotherapies. The results of this retrospective, observational analysis were consistent across various p...
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European shares tick lower on telecoms weakness, but poised for weekly gains

European shares tick lower on telecoms weakness, but poised for weekly gains

By Sudeshna Ghoshal Sept 18 (Reuters) - Europe's STOXX 600 slipped on Friday, led by losses in telecom stocks, but remained on track for modest weekly gains in a week marked by a retreat in oil prices and interest rate decisions by several central banks.
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Piers Morgan: Diana's Brother Has Started A 'Royal War,' Wants To 'Settle Scores'

Piers Morgan: Diana's Brother Has Started A 'Royal War,' Wants To 'Settle Scores'

Piers Morgan has warned that Charles Spencer is risking starting a "royal war" with "Swan Song," the earl's upcoming book about his late sister, Princess Diana.
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Three Points: Manchester United at Fulham

Three Points: Manchester United at Fulham

Left-back It isn’t clear whether Luke Shaw will be available for this match, but with an international break coming up, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he sat this game out. Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui haven’t fully convinced as replacements, but neither has Shaw as a starter so far this season.  Shaw’s chemistry with Marcus […]