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.

First ever early pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Researchers have unveiled a pioneering method that could revolutionise the early detection of pancreatic cancer, a disease known for its late diagnosis and low survival rates.

Routine blood tests could speed up cancer diagnosis for people with stomach pain or bloating

A new study led by researchers at University College London (UCL) suggests that routine blood tests could significantly enhance early cancer diagnosis for individuals experiencing stomach pain or bloating.

Combining prostate cancer treatments raises heart disease risk

New research highlights a crucial consideration for men battling prostate cancer, a potentially heightened risk of heart disease when certain medications are combined.

Home screening test reduces colorectal cancer deaths

A noninvasive colorectal cancer screening test can be done at home, showing positive results.

How AI is being used to predict breast cancer survival durations

Hailey Coverson, Data Scientist at Bayezian, discusses the complexities of genomic data, accounting for biases and inaccuracies and AI’s potential in supporting clinical decisions in breast cancer care.

New implantable device offers promising light-based cancer treatment

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have a development in cancer therapy: a miniature, wireless LED device that can be implanted directly into deep-seated tumours.

AI breakthrough in cancer detection

AI model named Candycrunch has been designed to transform cancer detection through advanced sugar analysis.

Breaking barriers in breast cancer treatment: The shift towards personalised care

Dr Mark Verrill, Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care, discusses the importance of personalised breast cancer treatment.

Long waits for cancer care become routine across the UK

Long waits for cancer care have become normal across the UK, with nearly half of all specialist cancer centres experiencing delays most weeks, according to the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR).

New hope in the fight against epstein-barr virus (EBV)

In a study, researchers from the University of Basel and the University Hospital Basel have uncovered a promising new approach to combat the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a common virus that affects 90% of the adult population.

Blood test predicts breast cancer recurrence years in advance

In a significant advancement for breast cancer treatment, a new blood test has shown the ability to predict the recurrence of breast cancer up to three years before tumours become detectable through conventional scans.

Altering cancer treatment dosing could significantly reduce its climate impact

The University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center has revealed that changing the dosing schedule for common cancer therapy could greatly reduce greenhouse gas emissions without compromising the patient's outcomes.

Can obesity cause cancer? Examining the connection between obesity and cancer

63.8% of the UK population are currently overweight or obese. Obesity is a major cause of ill health. Being moderately obese takes around 3 years off your life, whereas severe obesity shortens it by at least 10 years.

Plant virus-based treatment effective against metastatic cancer

In a recent study, researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed an experimental treatment made from a plant virus that shows effectiveness in protecting against a broad range of metastatic cancers in mice.

Lung cancer in Southeast Asia and China: Current trends and challenges

Zisis Kozlakidis from the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Cancer and Jiaao Yu from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University discuss the burden of lung cancer in Southeast Asia and China and the priorities for therapies and interventions.

Key pathway in cancer cell growth

Researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine have revealed a crucial molecular pathway that drives cells toward uncontrolled genome duplication.

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