Healthcare News Feed

Welcome to Caring Support's news feed. We've compiled some interesting news articles relating to healthcare and written our own abstracts for your enjoyment!

Please note: The views and opinions expressed in these article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the position of Caring Support.

Colon Cancer

Exercise Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Rates

A Canadian-led global study found structured exercise after chemotherapy reduced colon cancer recurrence by 28% and death risk by 37%. Patients worked with physiotherapists over three years. Researchers say adding physical activity to care plans is as effective as expensive cancer drugs and far more affordable and sustainable.

June 6, 2025
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Breast Cancer

New Breast Cancer Treatment Slows Disease by 44%

A new drug combo using trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) nearly halved disease progression in HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. Called a “smart bomb,” it targets cancer cells directly. Patients saw significantly improved outcomes over standard care. The treatment could soon become a first-line option pending regulatory approval, experts say.

June 4, 2025
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Coffee

Coffee and Healthy Aging Linked in Women, Study Finds

Women who drank 1–3 cups of caffeinated coffee daily in midlife were more likely to reach older age with better cognitive, physical, and mental health. The benefit was unique to coffee — not tea or soda. Still, researchers caution it’s not a universal prescription due to hormonal and individual differences.

June 2, 2025
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Exercise

Study Finds Lifestyle, Not Genes, Key to Healthy Aging

Dr. Eric Topol’s research reveals Super Agers—those living into their 80s+ disease-free—don’t share special genes. Instead, diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management drive longevity. New technologies like organ clocks and polygenic risk scores offer hope for preventing chronic illness. Topol himself follows the evidence-based practices he promotes.

May 30, 2025
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Anxiety

PSW Quits Long-Term Care Over Abuse, Reflects Broader Workforce Crisis

After 14 years, Wendy Harvie left her job as a PSW due to violence and burnout. She faced repeated physical abuse from residents and lacked job security. Her experience reflects rising long-term care worker shortages in Canada, as many staff leave due to unsafe conditions, low pay, and poor support.

May 28, 2025
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Vaccine

Majority of Canadians Support Mandatory Childhood Vaccinations Amid Measles Surge

A new poll shows 69% of Canadians support mandatory vaccines for school entry—up from 55% last year. This rise follows rising measles cases in Ontario and Alberta. Public health experts urge voluntary immunization, citing trust issues. Alberta and Ontario continue to report high infection rates and hospitalizations, especially in children.

May 26, 2025
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