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Marriage Boosts Cancer Survival More Than Chemo

A study published in 2013 has recently come into the social media spotlight because of its unique findings on the benefits of marriage to cancer patients. Researchers found that married patients were less likely to have metastatic cancer, more likely to have proper… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on May 30, 2024

“Watch-and-Wait” Prostate Cancer Approach Effective

For a large percentage of men with prostate cancer, the tumor may be so slow-growing that doctors advise a “watch-and-wait” approach instead of active treatment. Now, a study of almost 2,200 patients followed for up to a decade finds that, for most, that decision may be a… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on May 30, 2024

Smart Bandages Monitor Wounds and Deliver Treatment

A new generation of bandages not only promote healing, but also deliver treatment and allow remote monitoring of a wound. Researchers are working on smart bandages that allow healthcare providers to observe the progress of the injury and accelerating healing with bursts of… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on May 30, 2024