December 26, 2025 3:13 PM
Disrupted Sleep Cycles Linked to Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study
Women who work night shifts or frequently travel across time zones, leading to irregular sleep patterns, may face a higher risk of developing aggressive breast cancer, according to a new study. Researchers from the Texas A&M University College of Arts and Sciences found that disruptions to the body’s circadian rhythm alter the structure of mammary glands and weaken immune system defences, creating conditions that allow cancer to grow and spread more easily. “Cancer keeps time. If your ...