Dramatic rise in late diagnosis of oesophageal cancer
The proportion of oesophageal cancer cases diagnosed at stage 4 has risen from around a quarter to just over a third of all cases, over...
Cancer
Exploring innovative cancer research and treatments, highlighting the latest developments in cancer therapy and research. It encompasses diverse topics including new support centres, upskilling doctors for cervical cancer screening, breakthroughs in metastatic breast cancer, and pioneering studies on deadly cancers. Additionally, it delves into the broader impact of cancer treatments on patient wellness, like cognitive impairments in survivors and menopause onset, while also exploring alternative therapies and novel technologies for early diagnosis and treatment, such as robotics and medicines derived from unique sources. This holistic approach underscores the multifaceted nature of cancer care and research.
How low testosterone almost broke me
How low testosterone almost broke me, and what I learned as a GP As a qualified GP, with over a decade of experience in the...
New bowel cancer test for early detection
A new, highly accurate testing service that improves the early-stage detection of bowel cancer with strong clinical validity will be available in the UK within...
Mouth cancer: signs you must not ignore
Mouth cancer in the UK is no longer rare. The latest figures show more than 11,000 new cases a year, double compared to a generation...
New research uncovers how the microbiome helps fight melanoma
Scientists at the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute) have uncovered how the gut microbiota help the immune system fight melanoma, explaining...
World-first breakthrough for bowel cancer immunotherapy
Research shows world-first breakthrough for bowel cancer immunotherapy. Researchers at the University of Galway have revealed the results of a world-first study into how bowel...
Thyroid hormone may drive prostate cancer
Thyroid hormone receptor beta signalling is a targetable driver of prostate cancer growth. An international research team led by the Medical University of Vienna has...
Registration is now open for VyvaExperts25
Global oncology and vascular access experts unite this October to advance cancer care Vygon's VyvaExperts25 to spotlight innovation and best practice in vascular access Registration...
‘Trains of Thought: A Natural History of the Mind’ Review
Rebecca Wallersteiner takes a look at ‘Trains of Thought: A Natural History of the Mind’, a new book by clinical psychologist James Brennan about where...
Breast cancer survivors at no higher risk of second primary cancer
Women who have had early breast cancer have a lower risk of developing a second cancer than previously thought A new study by researchers at...
