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Ancient viruses could help kill cancers
DNA “echoes” of viruses that infected our ancestors millions of years ago could help the…
Breath-holding technique could improve outcomes for radiotherapy patients
By Beck Lockwood, University of Birmingham A technique that will enable cancer patients to hold…
For routine breast screening, you may not need a 3D mammogram
Meagan Brennan, University of Sydney Victorian Minister for Health Jenny Mikakos recently announced six new…
Researchers warn that cancer drugs don’t always work as intended
Scientists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) have identified 10 cancer drugs currently in clinical…
Scientists discover how cancer cells regenerate in the prostate
Scientists have discovered a mechanism by which cancer cells in the prostate can regenerate following…
Cancer survival in high income countries is improving but international disparities persist
From 1995-2014, one- and five-year survival of seven cancers (oesophagus, stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, lung,…
Scientists discover new breakthrough in cancer hair loss treatment
Scientists have determined a new way to protect the hair follicle from chemotherapy in an…
Patients diagnosed with cancer after skipping appointment more likely to die within a year
Cancer patients who miss an urgent referral appointment for their symptoms are 12% more likely…
B cells linked to immunotherapy for melanoma
Researchers at EMBL’s European Bioinformatics Institute and the Medical University of Vienna have found evidence…
Tiny bubbles in our body could fight cancer better than chemo
Healthy cells in our body release nano-sized bubbles that transfer genetic material such as DNA…