Iran has launched drones toward Israel today, in highly anticipated retaliatory strikes that the White House said is “likely to unfold over a number of hours.”
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One type of diet could help make cancer treatments more effective, according to a report by Professor Tim Spector's ZOE Nutrition. Science writer Tim Newman, writing for ZOE, said a recent study from King’s College London, co-led by ZOE’s Scientific Co-Founder Prof. Tim Spector, focused on advanced melanoma, a type of skin cancer.
He said: "They found that patients who followed a Mediterranean diet more closely benefited the most from the cancer treatment. And gut bacteria seemed to be key. The results of the study appear in JAMA Oncology."
The study looked at a form of immunotherapy called immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) which has significantly improved survival times for people with cancer over the last 10 years. But not all patients respond to the lifesaving drugs as well as others.
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Tim Newman said: "Recent evidence suggests that gut bacteria might influence how effective ICB is. Studies have shown that patients with a “favourable gut microbiome” are more likely to respond well after treatment with ICB."
He added: "Because your diet influences your gut microbiome, the scientists explored whether dietary patterns might affect people’s responses to ICB, in the most recent study."
Researchers gathered information about dozens of patients, including their diets, and calculated the “overall response rate” to treatment, which is the proportion of participants whose tumors were destroyed or significantly reduced by ICB.
They also measured how many participants lived for 12 months without their cancer getting worse.
The authors concluded that: “A Mediterranean-style diet that is enriched in whole
Iran has launched drones toward Israel today, in highly anticipated retaliatory strikes that the White House said is “likely to unfold over a number of hours.”
Manchester City were boosted by the return of Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake against Luton but John Stones wasn't passed fit for the game.
Catherine Zeta-Jones and her daughter Carys looked gorgeous at a family wedding. Jones shared videos of herself and Carys, who’ve developed a shocking resemblance over the years, as they smiled their way through the marriage of Joel Douglas and his bride Mascha. Michael Douglas, the older brother of Joel, officiated the wedding, something that made Zeta-Jones laugh.
Prince William and Carole Middleton are staying close as they support Princess Catherine through her cancer battle.
Prince William has reportedly been spotted enjoying a “low-key” pub outing with his mother-in-law, Carole Middleton, amidst the challenging times following the Princess of Wales’ cancer treatment. Last month, Kate Middleton revealed that she’d been diagnosed with cancer and that she is now undergoing a course of preventative chemotherapy. In a video message released to the public, Kate, 42, explained that she was looking “forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery”.
Adam Peaty's ex-girlfriend Eiri Munro has revealed that his stint on Strictly Come Dancing was the 'beginning of the end' for their three-year relationship, which ended in 2022. Eiri shares three-year-old son George with Olympian Adam, 29, who appeared on the BBC dancing competition in 2021 and is now in a relationship with Gordon Ramsay's daughter Holly, 24.The former couple got together in 2019, but the spotlight came onto the relationship when Adam appeared to nearly kiss dance partner Katya Jones in front of millions of viewers at the end of a performance.
Jack Dunn David Barrington Holt, longtime manager of the Jim Henson Company’s Creature Shop in L.A., died March 13 of complications from cancer, his son, Chris Holt, announced. He was 78. After receiving a BA in industry design with honors from London’s University of the Arts in 1963, Holt began his illustrious 30-year career as a creator, quickly building his reputation as a skilled photographer, designer, engineer and model maker.
Five years after his wife Tanya tragically died from cancer at the age of 53, Vinnie Jones has opened up about finding love again.The pair were together for 27 years and they shared two children, Kaley, 37, and Aaron, 33, with the Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels star explaining that no matter how much time passes, “the grief is always going to be in there”. In a new interview with the Mirror, former footballer Vinnie has opened up about finding love following Tanya’s passing, with the actor striking up a romance with personal assistant Emma Ford.
After her shock announcement that she’s in the early stages of receiving treatment for cancer, it’s thought that the Princess of Wales Kate Middleton will be adopting some significant lifestyle changes in order to give herself the best chance of a speedy recovery. Kate, 42, is currently spending some time away over the Easter break with William and their three children.This break from the spotlight will no doubt have provided a much-needed sanctuary for the royal as she undergoes preventative chemotherapy to treat the condition that was discovered following her major abdominal surgery in January.
Princess Catherine‘s kids are staying strong for their mom.
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King Charles is making a rare comment about his cancer diagnosis and treatment.
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Kensington Palace has shared more details about Kate Middleton's cancer treatment, saying the princess is in 'good spirits'. The palace has answered a series of questions about Kate's health after it was announced she is being treated for cancer.
undergoing treatment for his cancer, is set to attend the Easter Mattins Service at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle later this week in honor of the spring holiday.Buckingham Palace confirmed on Tuesday that he will make an appearance alongside wife Queen Camilla and other members of the Firm. The outing will be one of the former Prince of Wales’ first public appearances since announcing the news of his illness in February.However, Kate Middleton — who is currently dealing with her own cancer — and husband Prince William will not be walking alongside the royal family to church this year.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice said Manchester City centre-back John Stones had forgotten all about the upcoming clash between the two clubs after they linked-up on international duty last week.
Martin Kemp has shared a previously unseen photo of Kate Middleton as he shared his support amid her cancer treatment. The Princess of Wales revealed she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy in an emotional video message on Friday following abdominal surgery earlier this year.
The Prince and Princess of Wales' helicopter was pictured departing from the Windsor Estate on Saturday, 23 March with it being thought that the family of five are taking a well-earned break at Anmer Hall in Norfolk. Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis broke up from school for the Easter holidays on Friday, 22 March - the same day that Kate bravely revealed she had been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy treatment.The home, which was given to the couple by Queen Elizabeth II after their wedding in 2011, is thought to be their favourite residence to escape to - and is somewhere where they have a wide circle of close friends.
Kate Middleton has been spotted in a helicopter with husband Prince William after she announced she has been diagnosed with cancer.The Prince and Princess of Wales were today seen boarding a helicopter on their way to their country home, Anmer Hall, in Norfolk, for an Easter break. It is thought they will be joined by their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
The Princess of Wales shared the heart-breaking news that she has been diagnosed with cancer on Friday, 22 March and is in the early stages of a treatment plan. Her doctors, who Kate praised in her video message, have had the princess begin chemotherapy - but had to wait for her to regain enough strength following her abdominal surgery to begin the treatment.