Oral sex is causing an “epidemic” of throat cancers in the US and UK.

Dr. Hisham Mehanna, from the University of Birmingham, says that 70 percent of throat cancer cases are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) – a normally harmless virus that is spread sexually and has been linked to a multitude of cancers.

Dr. Mehanna explained that people who have multiple oral sex partners have up to a nine-fold increased risk of suffering throat cancer.

He wrote in The Conversation: “Over the past two decades, there has been a rapid increase in throat cancer in the West, to the extent that some have called it an epidemic.

“This has been due to a large rise in a specific type of throat cancer called oropharyngeal cancer.”

Dr. Mehanna continued: “HPV is sexually transmitted. For oropharyngeal cancer, the main risk factor is the number of lifetime sexual partners, especially oral sex.

“Those with six or more lifetime oral sex partners are 8.5 times more likely to develop oropharyngeal cancer than those who do not practice oral sex.”

Plastic surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more people opting for surgical procedures to alter their appearance. While plastic surgery can certainly have positive effects on a person’s self-esteem and confidence, it is important to consider the potential risks associated with these procedures.

Plastic surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries certain risks and potential complications.

Here are some of the dangers associated with plastic surgery:

Infection

Infections can occur after any surgical procedure, including plastic surgery. These infections can be mild or severe and may require hospitalization and additional treatments.

Anesthesia complications

General anesthesia carries risks such as allergic reactions, heart problems, and even death. Although rare, these complications can occur during plastic surgery.

Bleeding

Excessive bleeding can occur during or after plastic surgery, especially in procedures that involve significant tissue manipulation or incisions.

Scarring

Scarring is a common result of plastic surgery, and while most scars will fade over time, some may be permanent.

Nerve damage

Plastic surgery procedures can damage nerves, which can lead to numbness, tingling, or even loss of sensation in the affected area.

Dissatisfaction with results

Even when performed by a skilled surgeon, plastic surgery may not always achieve the desired results. Patients may be left feeling disappointed, unhappy, or even disfigured.

Psychological effects

Plastic surgery can have psychological effects on patients, including depression, anxiety, and body dysmorphia.

It is essential to carefully weigh the potential risks and benefits of plastic surgery before deciding to undergo a procedure. Patients should thoroughly research their chosen surgeon, the procedure they are considering, and the potential outcomes and risks. It is also essential to have realistic expectations for the results of the surgery.

Artificial intelligence has developed a cancer treatment in 30 days.

In a new study, researchers at the University of Toronto worked with Insilico Medicine to develop a potential treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) – an aggressive form of liver cancer that occurs when a tumour grows on the organ.

The AI discovered a previously unknown treatment pathway and designed a ‘novel hit molecule’ that is capable of binding to the target.

The system is also able to predict a patient’s survival rate using doctors’ notes.

Insilico Medicine CEO Alex Zhavoronkov said: “While the world was fascinated with advances in generative AI in art and language, our generative AI algorithms managed to design potent inhibitors of a target with an AlphaFold-derived structure.”