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We weren’t prepared for how much ambient health fear comes along with aging. Social media hasn’t helped, particularly if you are the type of person who gets stuck in a loop of “this normal-looking mole was actually skin cancer” content. There’s a rare bit of good news on that front, though. In a new clinical trial, personalized mRNA vaccines were shown to effectively target and kill undetectable cancer cells in people with melanoma, cutting the risk of the cancer returning and/or metastasizing.
Said one doctor, “We have tried to use vaccines in cancer therapy for decades, but the efficacy has not been clinically relevant in phase 3 trials to date. If this is successful, this will open up a new field that will be relevant not just to melanoma, but many other cancers.”
This comes on the heels of a new study of an experimental pancreatic cancer treatment that is extending the lives of advanced patients, a trial of a new medication that can deliver targeted chemotherapy to women with aggressive uterine cancer, and multiple studies that found GLP-1 medications can lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
With younger generations getting into tanning, we’re going to need all the melanoma treatments we can develop. Maybe they need to check out our coverage of the chemo cream fluorouracil, including this first-hand account of being on it.
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Your friends at Gloria
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We like pairing a pretty top with jeans, but we’re seeing them matched up with all sorts of things these days — including oversized workout shorts (advanced). The trend is kinda like the going-out tops of yore, but for daytime events where kids or your parents might be present. 14 compelling options, from tank to full-sleeve, below.
We like this one better than the Dôen version — better length, amazing price. Gap Factory Relaxed Sleeveless Tie-Neck Top, $25. Size XS to XXL.
On super-sale; grab it before its gone. Zimmermann Guipure Lace-Paneled Linen-Silk Blend Tank, $188. Size 2 and 3.
A gorgeous long-sleeve option. Posse Danielle Lace-Trimmed Cotton Blouse, $330. Size XXS to XXL.
Sexy, but still demure enough for daytime wear. Reformation Zella Top, $188. Size 0 to 12.
A chic little top in a lovely shade. Mango Fitted Fine-Knit Polo, $50. Size XXS to 4XL.
More dressed up. Cadets Taffeta Top, $118. Size S, M, L.
This shape is appealing. Sézane Yvonne Top, $130. Size 2 to 14.
The ease of a tee, but a lot prettier. J.Crew Embroidered Cap-Sleeve Top, $98. Size XXS to 3XL.
An adorable gingham option. Tomas by Emerson Fry Cafe Check Button-Front Wide-Hem Top, $138. Size XS to XL.
We like how simple this one is. Cos Gathered-Neck Jersey Top, $79. Size XS to XL.
The ideal vintage-inspired top. Source Unknown Broderie Anglaise Lace Top, $185. Size S, M, L.
We like the lettuce hem on this little tank. Asos Trim-Detail Cami, $17. Size XS to L.
Scalloped trim fancies up a breezy short-sleeve button-up. Me+Em Cheesecloth Trim-Detail Blouse, $125. Size 0 to 14.
Love all the gauzy cotton shirts by this brand, particularly this one which feels both retro and new. Maison Hotel Mina Shirt, $189. Size XS to XL.
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Posse Danielle Lace-Trimmed Cotton Blouse, $330
Gap Factory Relaxed Sleeveless Tie-Neck Top, $25
Mango Fitted Fine-Knit Polo, $50
Source Unknown Broderie Anglaise Lace Top, $185
J.Crew Embroidered Cap-Sleeve Top, $98
Cos Gathered-Neck Jersey Top, $79
TO READ Being in this business means reading every hormone book we can get our hands on. We’re excited for The Hormone Loop, in which an endocrinologist attempts to demystify what’s going on with the hormone systems in our body. You can read an excerpt here.
TO TRY These sleepbuds. If you're a light sleeper, have a snoring partner, or wake up at every little noise, Ozlo Sleepbuds are worth a look. Designed just for sleep, they're comfortable for side sleepers and let you stream your own audio, from white noise and meditations to podcasts. They block out distracting noise to ensure you get the best possible sleep. Right now they're $100 off, which is one of the best deals we've seen. Check them out here. #partner
TO WATCH A 1980s NYC cult filled with supermodels and socialites sounds tailor-made for an HBO documentary. Bring Me the Beauties is the tale of the Eternal Values cult, told through old footage of its charismatic and striking leader, Frederick von Mierers, as well as with interviews with male supermodel Hoyt Richards (von Mierers died of AIDS-related complications in 1990). And for true-crime fans, this week brings the debut of Netflix’s The Witness.
TO COOK This oven-roasted chicken shawarma recipe is so good and easy, it continues to be passed around our friend group via text. Just make sure to give your chicken time to rest in the marinade!
If you’ve been around here for a while, you know we love Left On Friday swimwear. We’ve had their suits for years, and they still look and feel great. On our list for this year is this flattering and chic one-piece, these high-rise bottoms, and this supportive top that actually works for larger busts. We also want this extremely cool sun shirt for extra protection.
And don't sleep on the activewear. These are quite literally the softest workout pants we own and the first we reach for out of the drawer every week. Shop it all here. #partner
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