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Three-drug combo improves survival period of bowel cancer patients: Study

The data from the results of a phase-3 clinical trial noted that the three-drug combination, encorafenib, binimetinib and cetuximab, should replace chemotherapy for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who have a BRAF gene flaw. A targetted three-drug combination therapy could increase the survival period of patients with advanced bowel cancer for overall nine months as […]

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Why smokers are thrice more prone to chronic back pain

While common awareness brings in the understanding that smoking can lead to cancer and cardiovascular diseases, not everyone is aware that smoking can also cause lower back pain or can further worsen an existing back condition. Smoking is often seen as a risk factor for multiple medical issues. However, its relation to musculoskeletal conditions, like […]