TED Talks Daily Is there a link between cancer and heart disease? | Nicholas Leeper
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Sep 23, 2022 What if the heart holds the key to fighting cancer? A cardiologist explores the surprising connection between heart disease and cancer, revealing shared biological pathways. Challenging traditional views, he discusses innovative treatments that could target both illnesses simultaneously. The conversation also touches on medical myths and unusual diagnoses, making for an engaging dialogue that could change how we think about these leading causes of death.
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Linked Diseases
- Cancer and heart disease, the top two causes of death, are often viewed as separate.
- Nicholas Leeper suggests they share similarities and could be treated similarly.
Shared Risks
- Shared risk factors exist for both heart disease and cancer.
- A key genetic factor for heart attacks is linked to a cancer gene.
Modern Understanding
- Traditional views depict cancer as uncontrolled cell growth and heart disease as cholesterol buildup.
- Modern understanding shows both involve inflammation, immune cells, abnormal blood vessels, and stem cells.