Month: July 2022

Fluoride has become one of the most controversial topics today. You can find information about it almost everywhere—from the internet, to books, and even word of mouth. Some will tell you that it’s a dangerous chemical linked to negative health effects, while others will claim that it’s an important element for strong teeth and bones, and is safe for consumption at a recommended dosage. This article covers all you need to know about fluoride but this doesn’t mean that you should not discuss with a reputable North Huntingdon dentist regarding the use of dental products containing fluoride, and weather they are recommended for you. So without further ado, the following are some of the most common myths and facts surrounding the use of fluoride: Myth: Fluoridated Water Is Linked To Cance

The recent successes of CAR-T therapy for cancer patients have scientists "dreaming big" when it comes to the future of these novel treatments. Chimeric antigen receptor T-cells are genetically altered from a patient's own immune system, and are designed to target and destroy cancer cells. There are some drawbacks to the therapy, however. CAR-T therapy has successfully treated leukemia and lymphomas, but the cancers often come back. The T-cells can also trigger a storm of cytokines in patients, which can be life-threatening. It will take time to overcome the challenges of CAR-T therapy, but scientists are hopeful that the issues will be resolved and then they'll move on to bigger and better immunotherapies with altered T-cells. Controlling CAR T-Cells CAR-T therapy reprograms the pati