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Radon Gas: A Silent Killer in Spanish Homes
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is responsible for approximately 1,500 lung cancer deaths annually in Spain, primarily affecting non-smokers, and entering homes through cracks in foundations and other openings.
Radon Gas: A Silent Killer in Spanish Homes
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is responsible for approximately 1,500 lung cancer deaths annually in Spain, primarily affecting non-smokers, and entering homes through cracks in foundations and other openings.
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8% Bias Score
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to 41% Increased Lung Cancer Risk
A study of over 100,000 people found a 41% increased lung cancer risk among those consuming the most ultra-processed foods, even when accounting for smoking; the research highlights the need for dietary changes.
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to 41% Increased Lung Cancer Risk
A study of over 100,000 people found a 41% increased lung cancer risk among those consuming the most ultra-processed foods, even when accounting for smoking; the research highlights the need for dietary changes.
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24% Bias Score
Rising Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers: Genetic and Environmental Factors
Lung cancer diagnoses are rising among never-smokers, linked to genetic mutations (like EGFR) and environmental factors such as air pollution (PM2.5) and radon, affecting women disproportionately, especially Asian women, despite decreasing smoking rates.
Rising Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers: Genetic and Environmental Factors
Lung cancer diagnoses are rising among never-smokers, linked to genetic mutations (like EGFR) and environmental factors such as air pollution (PM2.5) and radon, affecting women disproportionately, especially Asian women, despite decreasing smoking rates.
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52% Bias Score
Schleswig-Holstein Sees 8% Rise in Smoking-Related Hospital Admissions
Hospital admissions in Schleswig-Holstein for smoking-related illnesses like COPD and lung cancer increased by 8 percent in 2023 to 14,418 cases, highlighting the persistent health risks of smoking and the need for stronger preventative measures, according to the AOK Nordwest.
Schleswig-Holstein Sees 8% Rise in Smoking-Related Hospital Admissions
Hospital admissions in Schleswig-Holstein for smoking-related illnesses like COPD and lung cancer increased by 8 percent in 2023 to 14,418 cases, highlighting the persistent health risks of smoking and the need for stronger preventative measures, according to the AOK Nordwest.
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36% Bias Score
AbbVie Stock Surges 10% on Emrelis Approval and Immunology Growth
AbbVie's stock price surged 10% in six months due to FDA approval of Emrelis for lung cancer and exceptional growth (Skyrizi +71%, Rinvoq +57%) in its immunology portfolio during Q1 2025, despite high valuation and concerns about drug price controls.
AbbVie Stock Surges 10% on Emrelis Approval and Immunology Growth
AbbVie's stock price surged 10% in six months due to FDA approval of Emrelis for lung cancer and exceptional growth (Skyrizi +71%, Rinvoq +57%) in its immunology portfolio during Q1 2025, despite high valuation and concerns about drug price controls.
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40% Bias Score
Double Lung Transplant Cures German Woman's Stage 3 Lung Cancer
A German woman with stage 3 lung cancer received a pioneering double lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, a procedure that simultaneously removes both diseased lungs, minimizing cancer spread and resulting in remission; this novel approach offers hope for those with lung-limited canc...
Double Lung Transplant Cures German Woman's Stage 3 Lung Cancer
A German woman with stage 3 lung cancer received a pioneering double lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, a procedure that simultaneously removes both diseased lungs, minimizing cancer spread and resulting in remission; this novel approach offers hope for those with lung-limited canc...
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40% Bias Score
East African Lung Cancer Study Reveals Unexpected Risk Factors
A five-year study in East Africa found lung cancer is prevalent among women and non-smokers, linked to indoor air pollution, past TB infections, and impacting older farmers and peasants.
East African Lung Cancer Study Reveals Unexpected Risk Factors
A five-year study in East Africa found lung cancer is prevalent among women and non-smokers, linked to indoor air pollution, past TB infections, and impacting older farmers and peasants.
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20% Bias Score
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Lung Cancer Risk
A study of over 100,000 individuals found a 41% increased lung cancer risk among those consuming the most ultra-processed foods, even after accounting for smoking; the connection is not definitively causal, but highlights the potential contribution of such foods to lung cancer.
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Lung Cancer Risk
A study of over 100,000 individuals found a 41% increased lung cancer risk among those consuming the most ultra-processed foods, even after accounting for smoking; the connection is not definitively causal, but highlights the potential contribution of such foods to lung cancer.
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24% Bias Score
Lung Cancer Prevention: Expert Advice from Voronezh Oncologists
Voronezh regional oncologists advise on lung cancer prevention: quitting smoking (80-90% of cases), avoiding occupational hazards, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular screenings, improving air quality, and considering genetic predisposition.
Lung Cancer Prevention: Expert Advice from Voronezh Oncologists
Voronezh regional oncologists advise on lung cancer prevention: quitting smoking (80-90% of cases), avoiding occupational hazards, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular screenings, improving air quality, and considering genetic predisposition.
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20% Bias Score
New Drug Shows Promise in Treating Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers
A clinical trial of the drug zongertinib shows promise in treating HER2-mutated lung cancer in non-smokers, with 70% of participants experiencing tumor shrinkage; this offers hope for a previously difficult-to-treat cancer subtype that affects approximately 6,000 non-smokers annually in Spain.
New Drug Shows Promise in Treating Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers
A clinical trial of the drug zongertinib shows promise in treating HER2-mutated lung cancer in non-smokers, with 70% of participants experiencing tumor shrinkage; this offers hope for a previously difficult-to-treat cancer subtype that affects approximately 6,000 non-smokers annually in Spain.
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44% Bias Score
Finger Clubbing: An Overlooked Sign of Rising Lung Cancer Cases
Finger clubbing, a swelling of the fingertips, is a less-known symptom of lung cancer, highlighted by a former patient's experience and a 2012 study showing it affects 5–15% of patients. Rising lung cancer cases among young women (130% increase) and nonsmokers underscore the need for early detection...
Finger Clubbing: An Overlooked Sign of Rising Lung Cancer Cases
Finger clubbing, a swelling of the fingertips, is a less-known symptom of lung cancer, highlighted by a former patient's experience and a 2012 study showing it affects 5–15% of patients. Rising lung cancer cases among young women (130% increase) and nonsmokers underscore the need for early detection...
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60% Bias Score
Stage Four Lung Cancer Diagnosis in a Never-Smoker Highlights Systemic Issues
A Stanford professor and primary care doctor, age 49, was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, despite never smoking, highlighting the need for increased research funding and improved patient care for this deadly disease.
Stage Four Lung Cancer Diagnosis in a Never-Smoker Highlights Systemic Issues
A Stanford professor and primary care doctor, age 49, was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, despite never smoking, highlighting the need for increased research funding and improved patient care for this deadly disease.
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32% Bias Score
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