Mindfulness vs. cancer: chicago study tests stress relief for At-Risk women

This small pilot study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness program could help reduce chronic stress and related biological factors that may increase colon cancer risk. It involved 24 Black women, aged 45-65, living in high-stress Chicago neighborhoods who were already at elevated risk for colon cancer. Researchers measured stress levels, weight, blood markers, and gut bacteria before and after the mindfulness course to see if the practice showed promise for future, larger prevention studies.