The Latest Breaking News on Cancer

Woman diagnosed with cervical cancer after thinking it was endometriosis

Sarah Carey, 40, had avoided getting a smear test for seven years

The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2023

Ants can smell cancer in urine, research shows

Scientists said the insects could be used as a cost-effective way to identify cancers in patients

The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2023

Scots cancer patient says her life has been 'ruined' after treatment delayed by Covid

Fiona Weir, 44, was concerned about the changing shape and colour of a mole but she was unable to see a doctor face to face during lockdown.

Daily Record · Jan 25, 2023

UV nail dryers could damage DNA and cause permanent mutations, new study claims

Despite researchers for years suspecting the UV light used to set gel manicures may have dangerous side effects, this is the first study that has shown cell damage

Daily Mirror · Jan 24, 2023

London doctors use ‘Man Van’ to help speed up prostate cancer detection

The mobile clinic has been driven to construction sites and GP surgeries, offering rapid testing

Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2023

Are UV gel nail polish lamps safe? New study finds link to increased DNA damage

Researchers noted that a long-term study still needs to be done before “stating conclusively” that these machines could lead to an increased risk of skin cancers

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2023

Grenfell survivors call for 'intensive testing' after firefighters diagnosed with terminal cancer

Up to a dozen firefighters who attended the tower block blaze have had a cancer diagnosis for which there is no cure

Wales Online · Jan 23, 2023

1 in 3 don't attend cervical screening in Newcastle - as charity urges Government to act to 'eliminate' heartbreaking disease

The Government has been urged to do more to bring down rates of cervical cancer - especially by boosting attendance at checkups.

Chronicle Live · Jan 23, 2023

Government ‘must commit to eliminating cervical cancer in the UK’

A charity said some women still struggle to access screening, citing falling screening rates.

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2023

Woman mortified as she has to admit 'cancer scare' was leftover from steamy romp

Annabel Fisher was referred to a specialist in Robe, southern Australia, when she grew concerned about the 'rock-solid' bruised mass, which was about the size of a 50p coin

Daily Mirror · Jan 23, 2023