The latest oncology survivorship news & quality of life updates
Cancer patients lose faith in healthcare system if referred late by GP
If it takes more than three trips to the GP to be referred for cancer…
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Breast cancer survivors who experience pain during intercourse may benefit from lidocaine
Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University report that breast cancer survivors who experience pain…
Many young cancer patients may have limited awareness of fertility preservation options
A new study points to the need for increased awareness of fertility preservation options for…
Promising prognosis as cancer deaths continue to fall
Sasha Petrova, The Conversation The rate of Australians dying from cancer is on a steady,…
Oestrogen-suppressing drugs substantially reduce breast cancer deaths
A class of hormonal drugs called aromatase inhibitors substantially reduce the risk of death in…
Increased radiation offers no survival benefit for patients with low-risk prostate cancer
Increased radiation dose was only associated with higher survival rates in men with more aggressive…
Study finds one-third of colorectal cancers diagnosed before 35 are hereditary
Hereditary colorectal cancers, caused by inherited gene mutations, are relatively rare for most patients. However,…
Cancer survivors may face unique challenges when trying to adopt
A new study has found that US cancer survivors’ options for adoption may be limited…
Young adults who survive cancer hospitalised more often than the general population
Advances in the treatment of adolescents and young adults with cancer have resulted in higher…
Online intervention may help men get their lives back on track after testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is the second most common form of cancer in young Australian men (18-39).…