Women with severe endometriosis are 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer
A landmark study from researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the…
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Exhaled-breath test for lung cancer
The foundational science to develop an exhaled-breath test for detection of lung diseases including lung…
Cancer is the biggest health concern among the public, poll reveals
Two-thirds of the public say they are very or somewhat worried about being told they…
Unlocking the mystery of pre-existing drug resistance: New study sheds light on cancer evolution
The evolution of resistance to diseases, from infectious illnesses to cancers, poses a formidable challenge. Despite…
Hormone therapy for breast cancer linked with lower dementia risk
Hormone modulating therapy (HMT) used for the treatment of breast cancer was associated with a…
Preview: World Cancer Congress in Geneva
UICC’s flagship event is taking place 17-19 September in Geneva, Switzerland. It is expected to…
Blood cancer drug could make radiotherapy on brain tumours more effective
Drugs developed to fight blood and other cancers could also help improve the efficiency of…
Implantable LED device uses light to treat deep-seated cancers
Certain types of light have proven to be an effective, minimally invasive treatment for cancers…
Physical exercise prevents nerve damage during chemotherapy
Cancer treatments often cause nerve damage that can lead to long-lasting symptoms. Medication has proven…
Chemotherapy disrupts gut microbiome in patients with breast cancer
Chemotherapy is known to cause behavioural side effects, including cognitive decline. Notably, the gut microbiome…