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There has been a wave of oral cancers being caught at later stages because dentists did not pick up early signs due to Chinese coronavirus lockdown closures. The UK suspended dental services during the first shutdown in March 2020, with access to regular appointments not resumed until June 8th. Matthew Garrett from the Royal College of Surgeons has said that because many patients were forced to use phone or video conference consultations in all but serious dental cases and emergencies, dental practitioners were not able to pick up on the subtle changes to soft tissue in the mouth, or other neck or head conditions which could have meant catching some cancers early. “Anecdotally, patients are now presenting later with more advanced oral cancer, which means the tumours are larger and surgery is more complicated,” Mr Garrett said, according to a Times report on Monday. The newspaper of record states that while dental practices have resumed services — albeit with restrictions … [Read more...] about Lockdown Delays Led to Surge in Oral Cancer Cases

SARASOTA, Fla. (WJZ) — Baltimore Orioles first baseman Trey Mancini is playing baseball again after a yearlong battle with colon cancer, and his return has made national headlines. The standing ovation Mancini got in his first spring training at-bat brought him to the brink of tears, and those closest to him shared every bit of the emotion. READ MORE: Standing Ovation For Trey Mancini, Singles At First-Bat In Orioles Spring Training Baltimore Orioles first baseman Trey Mancini singles in his first spring-training at bat of the 2021 season. He returned to the game nearly a year after being diagnosed with cancer. Credit: Baltimore Orioles Mancini’s mom Beth and dad Tony were in the stands for their son’s triumphant return. “It was more emotional than I thought it would be when I pulled into the parking lot. It was just a reality that we were back and this was real and there was going to be a game today. It’s just a dream come true after everything he’s been through,” … [Read more...] about ‘A Dream Come True’: Orioles’ Trey Mancini’s Family Emotional Following First Baseman’s Return A Year After Cancer Diagnosis

Radiologists around the country are noting a potential aftereffect of the COVID-19 vaccine: swelling in lymph nodes under the armpit that are showing up on mammograms. Lymph nodes exist in various regions around the body, including the neck, groin and armpits, and swell in the presence of bacteria, infection or sometimes cancer, according to the Mayo Clinic . Typically, an enlarged lymph node in the armpit region would warrant a biopsy of the breast tissue, as it can be an indicator of breast cancer that is beginning to spread, according to the Susan G. Komen Foundation ; however, radiologists say that these occurrences after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are to be expected and are not normally of concern. ADVERTISEMENT In most patients, evidence of swollen lymph nodes following vaccination typically does not warrant further action unless the swelling persists or other health issues are at play, Massachusetts General Hospital said in a recent release . The Centers … [Read more...] about Radiologists report COVID-19 vaccine causing swelling on mammograms

(CNN) The late Chadwick Boseman was honored with a Golden Globe on Sunday for his incredible turn in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom." Boseman's wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, accepted the award -- which was for best performance by an actor in a motion picture-drama -- in his honor. Boseman died in August at age 43, after fighting a private battle with colon cancer. The moving and heartfelt speech, which was a fitting tribute to a hero gone too soon, is below: "He would thank God. He would thank his parents. He would thank his ancestors for their guidance and their sacrifice. Read More He would thank his incredible team Michael Greene, Azeem Chiba, Nicki Fioravante, Evelyn O'Neill, Chris Huvane, Logan Coles. He would thank his team on set for this film -- Deidra Dixon, Sian Richards, Craig Anthony and Andrew Carlone. He would say something beautiful, something inspiring, something that would amplify that little voice inside of all of us that tells you … [Read more...] about Chadwick Boseman’s widow gives moving acceptance speech as actor wins Golden Globe

Former President Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter returned to in-person church services in Georgia this month after receiving coronavirus vaccinations. The announcement was made Sunday at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga., where the Carters have been attending services for more than 30 years. Jimmy Carter Jimmy Carter Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter return to Georgia church after vaccinations The progressive case for the Hyde Amendment COVID-19 pork or more shots? MORE , 96, and his wife, 93, were acknowledged by pastor Tony Lowden during end-of-service announcements. ADVERTISEMENT The couple waved from their front-row pew, according to The New York Times , which first reported their return. In a Facebook post, the church said it will put new protocols in place to keep everyone at the church safe. They include strict social distancing, temperature checks and reduced capacity for in-person services. The Secret Service will reserve the … [Read more...] about Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter return to Georgia church after vaccinations