Cancers
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Barriers in the UAE: A Call for Enhanced Public and Physician Education
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a global health challenge and a major health burden within the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Despite the launch of a national CRC screening program in Abu Dhabi in 2014, a mixed-methods study aimed to understand the persistent issue of low participation and adherence among the adult population in Al-Ain has uncovered major screening barriers. The research,…
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Molecular Profiling and Targeted Therapy for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in the MENA Region
The treatment paradigm for advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has been fundamentally changed by the introduction of targeted therapies and immunotherapy over the past decade. Given that lung cancer remains a leading cause of global cancer mortality, understanding the regional molecular epidemiology is vital. This systematic review and expert opinion study aimed to determine the prevalence of key oncogenic…
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Clarithromycin-loaded Nanoparticles Enhance Antibacterial and Anticancer Performance
Researchers have successfully developed clarithromycin-loaded albumin-based nanoparticles (CLA-BSA NPs) that promise to revolutionize the delivery of antibacterial and anticancer drugs. This innovative drug delivery system, detailed in a study published in Pharmaceutics on May 31, 2025, showcases enhanced therapeutic efficacy for clarithromycin, a widely used antibiotic already known for its diverse medical applications. Clarithromycin (CLA) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic commonly…
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Study Sheds Light on BRCA Gene Variants in MENA Region
A groundbreaking systematic review has provided unprecedented insights into the genetic factors influencing breast cancer in Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) populations. Published in the Eurasian Journal of Medicine and Oncology, the study analyzed 34 eligible studies involving 5,984 individuals, identifying 385 distinct variants of unknown significance (VUS) in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes – the key players in…
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