Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic gut inflammatory condition affecting the colon in humans. This study uses human samples as well as a mouse model of colitis induced by a chemical, DSS, to ...

For those who did not respond well to medication, surgery is an option. The most common medication option is anti-inflammatory drugs. These can be used orally or topically to reduce inflammation of ...

We report that in addition to attracting CXCR3+ T cells to tumor sites a key role of CXCL9 and CXCL10 is in inducing a self-feeding feedback loop that accelerates effector/cytotoxic activities of both ...

As Election Day draws near, all eyes are on Colorado's Congressional District 8. The race is one of handful that will decide control of the U.S. House. The candidates went toe-to-toe Friday in a ...

Younger adults with colon cancer tend to be diagnosed at a later stage and have more aggressive types of tumors. Additionally, young patients living with colorectal cancer have long-term ...

Two studies suggest that young adults need additional resources and support to prevent, screen, and cope with more aggressive types of cancer Young adults with colon cancer are typically diagnosed ...

Cutting-edge research has uncovered how chronic stress disrupts the balance of gut microbiota to speed up the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC), opening new avenues for CRC ... To further explore ...

While stress is known to significantly contribute to the onset of various health issues, a new study on Sunday showed how stress can worsen colorectal ... influences CD8+ T cell levels -- which ...

VIENNA, Austria — In an alarming discovery, researchers have uncovered a startling link between chronic stress and the progression of colorectal cancer. The culprit ... plantarum helps regulate bile ...