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Ireland launches MAGIC-I: First clinical study on genomics in childhood cancer

MAGIC-I, the country's first clinical study of genomics approaches in cancer care, is set to revolutionise childhood cancer care in Ireland.

NHS to adopt pioneering technology for improved bowel cancer diagnosis

Patients are set to benefit from advanced technology that significantly enhances bowel cancer diagnosis, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.

New grant targets hidden heart damage in cancer patients

A team of researchers from King's College London has been awarded £850k to develop imaging tests that detect heart damage caused by cancer.

New tool detects cancer tumours with faulty DNA repair

Researchers from the University of Cambridge and the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre have created an algorithm that finds vulnerable cancer tumours.

The UK cancer care system is at breaking point, experts warn

Leading cancer experts have warned that the UK cancer care system needs radical intervention to tackle growing financial pressures.

NHS to fast-track skin cancer vaccine trials

Patients with advanced skin cancer in England are set to be fast-tracked into trials of a new cancer vaccine.

Faster cancer diagnoses reduce wait times for 80,000 patients

The UK government’s £26 billion NHS investment has enabled 80,000 more people to receive cancer diagnoses or all-clear results within 28 days.

£5.5 million pledged to transform bowel cancer care

Research institutes have committed £5.5 million in funding for a world-leading research team tasked with making personalised medicines for bowel cancer patients.

First-ever NHS treatment approved for advanced Hodgkin lymphoma

New combination therapy will be available on the NHS, offering new hope to people with advanced Hodgkin lymphoma.

MHRA approves trofolastat for prostate cancer imaging

In a world first, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved trofolastat to detect cancerous lesions in men with prostate cancer.

New discovery could improve immunotherapy for leukaemia and other cancers

Researchers have revealed a new finding that could improve cancer care immunotherapy treatments, particularly for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) and other cancers.

NHS breast cancer screening campaign gains an impressive amount of engagement

After the NHS announced the launch of their first ever breast cancer screening campaign, tens of thousands of women have been accessing vital advice on attending mammograms.

Transforming radiotherapy research and treatment through continued innovation

Professor David Sebag-Montefiore outlines the profound impact of radiotherapy research. Through global trials and personalised approaches, innovation advances cancer care. Collaborative efforts ensure patient-centred treatments, paving the way for smarter, kinder therapies and a future of precision oncology.

The future of genomic sequencing for cancer diagnosis and treatment

Trevor Graham, Professor of Genomics and Evolution and the Director of the Centre for Evolution and Cancer at the Institute of Cancer Research, London, describes efforts to incorporate genome sequencing for cancer detection and treatment.

Record numbers are attending breast cancer screening, but thousands still miss appointments

According to the latest NHS England figures, a record number of women are up to date with their breast screenings. However, many of those invited are still not attending their appointments.

How cancer cells trick the immune system by altering mitochondria

Cancer cells are masters of disguise, evading immune destruction through cunning mechanisms. Groundbreaking research reveals a novel tactic: mitochondrial transfer. Cancer cells cripple immune cells by donating their damaged mitochondria, hindering the immune response and fostering tumour growth.

UK invests £82.6 Million to support AI in cancer care and drug discovery

The UK government is investing £82.6 million in groundbreaking research to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform cancer care and accelerate drug discovery.

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