Asbestos refers to the group of minerals occurring naturally as bundles of fibers. It has largely been used to insulate buildings like homes, buildings etc. These mineral fibers were widely used for…
Understanding How Quickly Lung Cancer Spreads
Lung cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer and according to the National Cancer Institute, nearly 229000 people in the United States received lung cancer diagnosis in 2020. This…
An Introduction to Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing
What is Biomarker Testing? Lung cancer treatment includes a number of targeted therapies and driver mutations as well as immunotherapy to provide substantial benefits to the patients. To help doctors know the…
Use of Biomarker Tests for Lung Cancer Patients Shows Wide Variation
A new study from Netherlands has shown that biomarker testing to predict treatment response in non-small cell lung cancer varied widely in terms of costs and tests involved. The study has been…
Lung Cancer Spread To Other Body Parts: Everything You Need To Know
One of the most common forms of cancers is lung cancer. The survival of lung cancer largely depends on the type of cancer, stage of cancer, the overall diagnosis and the health…
Study Investigates on Rare Genetic Variants that Increase Lung Cancer Risk
In US, lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among both men and women. The risk of this disease lies mainly with lifestyle factors like smoking and environmental…
Detecting Circulating Tumor Cells in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients
Non-small cell lung cancer is the most prevalent form of lung cancer and accounts for more than 80% of all lung cancer cases. Circulating tumor cells (CTCs) lead to metastases and often…
Fenugreek – An Impressive Herb to Keep Your Lungs Healthy
Fenugreek is a common ingredient used in many Indian dishes and is often taken as a supplement. This herb has long been used in alternative medicine. It comes with light green leaves…