Sex Differences in Immune System May Explain Higher Rate of Skin Cancer in Men

Differences in inflammatory cells in men and women may help explain the higher incidence of a certain skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma, according to new research. Exposure to UV rays causes changes in immune cell function, and repeated sun exposure may trigger the suppression of cancer-fighting pathways. Men are three times more likely than women… [Continue Reading]

Family Support Helps Sleep Apnea Patients Stick to Their Treatments

The technique of applying air to the airways during sleep has been established as a treatment for sleep apnea, but many patients have difficulty sticking to the treatment. New research shows that people who involve loved ones in their treatment are more likely to complete their treatment, improving their sleep and reducing the risk of… [Continue Reading]