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Can ultrasound replace mammography in breast cancer screening?

Recently, three hospitals - Radboudumc in Nijmegen, St. Antonius Hospital in Nieuwegein and Noordwest Hospital in Alkmaar - conducted a study into the use of ultrasound as an alternative to mammography in breast cancer research. [1] The results suggest that ultrasound may replace mammography. A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast that screens all o...

Cancer? Can you do something with food?

Nutrition plays an important role in the treatment and management of cancer, including metastatic cancer. While diet is not a cure, it can help maintain good overall health and relieve certain symptoms. Here are some general guidelines: Healthy and balanced diet: It is important to aim for a nutritious diet with enough protein, healthy fats, whole ...

Colchicine in osteoarthritis

Scientists hope that in the future osteoarthritis patients can be treated with a drug that was originally intended for gout. Research shows that treatment with colchicine reduces the chance of a hip or knee replacement. Moreover, this vegetable extract is also affordable. At the moment, people with osteoarthritis, in which the cartilage of one or m...

Curcumin is almost as effective as regular antacids

Heartburn is a common condition caused by excess stomach acid. Antacids are a common treatment for heartburn. Curcumin is a compound found in turmeric. Turmeric is a yellow spice that is widely used in Indian cuisine. Curcumin has a number of health benefits, including an anti-inflammatory effect. Research has shown that curcumin can help reduce he...