Shockwave therapy could help dysregulated white blood cells
Shockwave therapy – used as a last resort to treat wounds that do not heal with conventional treatments – could have other, previously unknown benefits,...
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.
ILC: Smoking costs UK economy in excess of £19 billion a year
A new report released by the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC) today argues that anti-smoking measures could save billions across the UK economy. Released following...
Smoking, early menopause and lung cancer link
Encouraging young women to quit smoking has taken on added importance after University of Queensland research showed associations between smoking, early menopause and lung cancer....
Increasing the accuracy of early ovarian cancer detection
Increasing the accuracy of early ovarian cancer detection: A test being developed in Queensland could help to reduce the high mortality rate from ovarian cancer...
Skin cancer: new immunotherapy treatment
Skin cancer: new immunotherapy treatment strategies improve prognosis – but prevention is still essential: Immunotherapy has revolutionised the treatment of inoperable, metastasised skin cancer. More...
Text intervention reduces sunburn for those at risk
Text intervention reduces sunburn for those at risk: Regular and interactive text messaging has been shown to be an effective way to help young people...
People with a skin condition feel judged
Over half of those with a skin condition feel judged by others, But four in five believe that their appearance is important to their general...
The effect of acute exercise in humans on cancer cell growth
The effect of acute exercise in humans on cancer cell growth: New research presented at The Physiological Society's Annual Conference Physiology 2021 shows that molecules released...
Support with weight after endometrial cancer
Women recovering from endometrial cancer require health professionals to provide them with individualised weight management plans to assist with their recovery, a University of Queensland...
Increasing sensitivity of bowel cancer test
Increasing sensitivity of bowel cancer test could help earlier diagnosis for young people – research finds. Increasing the sensitivity of a bowel cancer test used...
