| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Good News Network | ANTIVIRAL CHEWING GUM CUTS RISK OF CERTAIN HEAD AND NECK CANCERS TO ALMOST ZERO IN NEW STUDY | 1 hr ago |
University of Pennsylvania researchers discovered that chewing gum formulated with antiviral and antibacterial agents can markedly lower the presence of three microbes linked to head and neck cancer, potentially cutting the risk of certain cancers to almost zero.
Good News Network reports that the study evaluated the gum’s impact on three specific oral pathogens associated with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). The researchers noted significant reductions in microbial levels, indicating a promising, affordable preventive strategy.
Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma is a common and deadly cancer that develops in the lining of the mouth, and new preventive approaches are urgently needed.