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Test run finds no cancer risk from stem cell therapy
Therapeutic stem cells can be made without introducing genetic changes that could later lead to…
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‘Intelligent scalpel’ locates cancerous tumours in the brain
Removing a brain tumour is a delicate task, if not done properly it can have…
‘Liquid biopsy’ blood test detects genetic mutations in common form of lung cancer
A simple blood test can rapidly and accurately detect mutations in two key genes in…
Controlling ‘bad cholesterol’ production could prevent growth of tumours
Several studies have recognised a link between obesity and cancer. Richard Lehner, professor of Paediatrics…
New predictive tool for assessing breast cancer risk
Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) have identified a molecular…
ASCO urges aggressive efforts to increase HPV vaccination and prevent cancer
Use of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines should be rapidly expanded to protect thousands of young…
Marriage may help prolong survival in cancer patients
New research has uncovered a link between being married and living longer among cancer patients,…
European premier of novel scanning technique to show whether drugs work
The first cancer patient in Europe to be scanned with a revolutionary imaging technique inspires…
Scientists discover how chinese medicinal plant makes anti-cancer compound
New research led by Professor Cathie Martin of the John Innes Centre has revealed how a plant…
St Vincent’s scandal
By Nial Wheate, University of Sydney – originally published on The Conversation. (ONA Editor’s note: The final section of…