Cannabis Use Disorder Triples Risk of Oral Cancer
Cannabis use disorder is associated with a significantly higher risk of oral cancer, says new research from UC San Diego School of Medicine.
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Synergistic Treatment Approach Supercharges Cancer Immunotherapy
A precise timing of existing treatments could significantly improve treatment outcomes for one of the most aggressive cancers, suggests new research from researchers at UC San Diego.
Gene Signature an Early Warning System for Aggressive Pancreatic Cancer, Study Finds
A molecular pathway used by pancreatic cancer cells to adapt to stress and inflammation could lead to earlier detection and treatment of the deadly disease.
Air Pollution May Contribute to Development of Lung Cancer in Never-smokers, New Study Finds
A new study reveals that air pollution, traditional herbal medicines and other environmental exposures are linked to genetic mutations that may contribute to the development of lung cancer in people with no or hardly any history of smoking.
Curebound Cancer Challenge Comes to UC San Diego to Power Lifesaving Cancer Research
On August 2, UC San Diego will host the Curebound Cancer Challenge, with cancer patients, survivors, doctors, researchers, families and friends all coming together to ride – or run, walk, spin or cheer from the sidelines - to raise critical funds for cancer research.
More Smokers Quit After Big Hike in California Tobacco Tax
Public Health researchers from UC San Diego have found that a 2016 increase in California's tobacco tax led to more people quitting.
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