A recent study has revealed a previously unknown link between the loss of the male sex chromosome, the Y chromosome, and an increased risk of cancer in older men.

This newly discovered connection indicates that the loss of the Y chromosome may impact the immune system's ability to respond to cancer cells.

For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Nikki Medoro spoke with Dr. Dan Theodorescu, director of the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Cedars-Sinai.

A recent study has revealed a previously unknown link between the loss of the male sex chromosome, the Y chromosome, and an increased risk of cancer in older men.
This newly discovered connection indicates that the loss of the Y chromosome may impact the immune system's ability to respond to cancer cells.
For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Nikki Medoro spoke with Dr. Dan Theodorescu, director of the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Cedars-Sinai.

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Loss of Y chromosome linked to increased cancer risk in older men

It’s that time of year when families are busy checking off those back-to-school lists making sure their children has the right pencils, notebooks, and backpack.

But even more important than school supplies may be ensuring that your child feels emotionally and mentally prepared for the new start. 

For more about that, KCBS Radio anchor Patti Reising was joined by Dr. Ravi Johar, United Health care Chief Medical Officer.

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It’s that time of year when families are busy checking off those back-to-school lists making sure their children has the right pencils, notebooks, and backpack.
But even more important than school supplies may be ensuring that your child feels emotionally and mentally prepared for the new start. 
For more about that, KCBS Radio anchor Patti Reising was joined by Dr. Ravi Johar, United Health care Chief Medical Officer.
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How to make sure your kids are mentally prepared to go back to school

As Cal Fire crews start to get the Park Fire burning near Chico under control, the attention turns to the aftermath of the massive blaze. 

It remains to be seen how the state's 4th largest wildfire could impact everything from the region's ecosystem to water quality.  

Jacksob Wester is a Civil Engineering Professor at Chico State. He oversaw research published earlier this year looking at the impact on water quality from Camp Fire in Paradise. He joined KCBS Radio  news anchor Holly Quan to talk about how his research relates to the Park Fire.

Photo credit: CAL FIRE_Official on Flickr

As Cal Fire crews start to get the Park Fire burning near Chico under control, the attention turns to the aftermath of the massive blaze. 
It remains to be seen how the state's 4th largest wildfire could impact everything from the region's ecosystem to water quality.  
Jacksob Wester is a Civil Engineering Professor at Chico State. He oversaw research published earlier this year looking at the impact on water quality from Camp Fire in Paradise. He joined KCBS Radio  news anchor Holly Quan to talk about how his research relates to the Park Fire.
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Looking ahead: The aftermath and long term effects of the Park Fire

This is KCBS Radio's daily Tech and Business Report. Today, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

Last week on our Tech and Business Report, we told you that Apple was delaying the rollout of its AI upgrade to its mobile operating system, but Mark got a chance to test out Apple Intelligence. 

You can hear our Tech and Business Report weekdays at 12:30 pm on KCBS Radio and for more, tune into Bloomberg Technology weekdays at 8 am.

This is KCBS Radio's daily Tech and Business Report. Today, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Last week on our Tech and Business Report, we told you that Apple was delaying the rollout of its AI upgrade to its mobile operating system, but Mark got a chance to test out Apple Intelligence. 
You can hear our Tech and Business Report weekdays at 12:30 pm on KCBS Radio and for more, tune into Bloomberg Technology weekdays at 8 am.

Loss of Y chromosome linked to increased cancer risk in older men

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