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Airborne Microplastics Linked to Lung and Colon Cancer

Airborne Microplastics Linked to Lung and Colon Cancer

We’re breathing in more than just air—and it could be fueling cancer. A new UCSF-led study points to airborne microplastics as a potential trigger for lung and colon cancers, raising urgent questions about the hidden cost of everyday plastic exposure.

Can We Finally Say Goodbye to Colonoscopies?

Can We Finally Say Goodbye to Colonoscopies?

Scientists in Israel have introduced a groundbreaking alternative to the traditional colonoscopy: a pill-sized camera that patients swallow. This innovative device captures 50,000 images, enabling physicians to diagnose issues early and potentially save up to 900,000 lives annually.

Are Mammograms Doing More Harm Than Good?

Are Mammograms Doing More Harm Than Good?

“For every 2,000 women, we may potentially save one woman’s life, but we will cause 10 to 20 women to be treated unnecessarily with surgery, chemo, and radiation.” This raises a critical question: Are mammograms doing more harm than good? Dr. Jenn Simmons, cancer surgeon, and other experts weigh in on the controversy.

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