#chemotherapy is an active hashtag on Bluesky. In the last 30 days, 31 people shared 47 posts with it — around 2 a day. Activity is up 78% versus the previous week, peaking on Aug 3 with 4 posts.
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Nationwide Iron Shortage - Premier Hematology
Learn about the nationwide iron shortage and its impact on health. Gain practical advice on managing iron deficiency from the experts at Premier Hematology.
healthcare-in-europe.com
Reshaping the gut microbiome to boost chemotherapy
Common antibiotic reshaped gut bacteria in preclinical models, significantly reducing liver clearance and doubling how long chemotherapy remained in circulation to reach tumors
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Chemotherapy Timing Could Improve Outcomes for Glioblastoma Patients
New research suggests that chemotherapy for aggressive brain cancer, glioblastoma, may be most effective if administered immediately after surgery rather than several weeks later. Scientists discovered that the blood-brain barrier, which typically blocks drug access to the brain, is temporarily disrupted during two critical periods: 15 minutes and 48 to 72 hours post-operation. This finding challenges the current standard practice of delaying chemotherapy for four to six weeks after surgery, suggesting a potential paradigm shift in treatment protocols. Experts believe that exploiting these temporary 'windows of opportunity' could allow for a more direct and potent attack on residual cancerous cells, significantly improving patient outcomes. The study's publication follows an emotional plea from Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, a glioblastoma patient, for greater investment in brain cancer research and a national lead in the UK. The research highlights the importance of timing in treatment efficacy, as the temporary disruption of the blood-brain barrier allows for better drug penetration. This could lead to more personalized treatment plans and potentially save lives by reducing cancer recurrence rates. The findings may also influence other cancer treatments that face similar challenges with drug delivery to the brain.
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Expanded boutique at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore supports women throughout cancer treatment
The Women's Health Boutique at Mercy reflects the hospital’s mission by helping women feel seen, supported and cared for.
healthcare-in-europe.com
Focused ultrasound may enhance chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer
The study, which took place in Korea, enrolled 60 participants with either borderline resectable or locally advanced pancreatic cancer.
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