Coventry University graduate tells how she beat bowel cancer
A Coventry University graduate has thanked staff for helping her complete her degree while fighting a courageous battle against bowel cancer. Karen Bucknall showed tremendous...
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.
The ‘big three’ causes of mouth cancer
By knowing the causes of mouth cancer, we can take positive steps to reduce our own level of risk, says a leading health charity. The...
Patient-led surveillance shows promise for melanoma care
Patient-led surveillance shows promise for melanoma care: Melanoma patients using their smart phone to submit images of lesions to their specialists appears to be a...
HIV antiretroviral therapy reduces cancer risk
Prompt initiation of antiretroviral therapy reduces cancer risk in HIV patients: HIV patients have an increased risk of developing skin and mucosal cancers, even though...
A quarter of men put off health issues
Bupa UK has found a quarter of men put off health issues, with 1 in 10 deliberately missing or delaying a cancer screening. Quarter of...
New Landmark Tool in the Fight Against the Impact of Covid-19 on Cancer Launched
New Landmark Tool in the Fight Against the Impact of Covid-19 on Cancer Launched: As part of the 'Time To Act' campaign, the European Cancer Organisation is launching its Data...
Cervical cancer rates set to double for over 50s
Cervical cancer rates set to double among over 50s over next 20 years: A new model, commissioned by Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, has found that...
Magic bullet treatment targets leukaemia
Magic bullet treatment targets leukaemia: Researchers have made a huge leap forward in finding a targeted therapy for acute myeloid leukaemia. The innovative 'magic bullet' technique uses specific antibody-targeting...
Most children with cancer have mild COVID-19
Most children and adolescents with cancer have mild COVID-19 disease and make a full recovery, a new study has found. But paediatric cancer patients with...
Reducing lymphatic spread of cancer
Reducing lymphatic spread of cancer: Professor Ben Hogan’s findings, published in Nature Cell Biology today, shows a novel molecular mechanism that controls the formation of...
