Breaking Bad: How Shattered Chromosomes Make Cancer Cells Drug-Resistant

Original post: Newswise - Drug and Drug Abuse Breaking Bad: How Shattered Chromosomes Make Cancer Cells Drug-Resistant

UC San Diego and Ludwig Cancer Research scientists describe how a phenomenon known as “chromothripsis” breaks up chromosomes, which then reassemble in ways that ultimately promote cancer cell growth.

Healthcare Heroes: 10 Months on the COVID-19 Front Lines

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When Joni Stokx, RN, heard that the COVID-19 vaccine was coming, it brought her to tears. A nurse at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital, she’s been caring for COVID-19 patients for 10 months. While she and her co-workers wear all the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) and take lots of precautions, getting the vaccine will help her feel safer.

Similar factors cause health disparities in cancer, COVID-19

Original post: Newswise - Drug and Drug Abuse Similar factors cause health disparities in cancer, COVID-19

The same societal factors that have caused worse outcomes in cancer for some minority populations are now causing disparities in COVID outcomes. Potential policy changes could help reduce disparities and improve outcomes for both diseases.

Research reveals compromised transfer of SARS-CoV-2-specific antibodies through placenta

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Recent analyses indicate that pregnant women and newborns may face elevated risks of developing more severe cases of COVID-19 following SARS-CoV-2 infection.