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Treating Cancer Like an Evolving Ecosystem Could Beat Drug Resistance, New Mathematical Models Suggest

New mathematical models in Genetics published July 22 show that timed therapy switching before tumor regrowth could outperform maximum-dose cancer treatment by exploiting resistance evolution.

Medical Daily

Living With Metastatic Prostate Cancer: Bob Harris and His Cancer Story Highlights Advances in Modern Treatment

BBC broadcaster Bob Harris stepped down after revealing his prostate cancer has spread to his spine, highlighting why early detection can change outcomes.

Medical Daily

William Shatner reveals he and daughter secretly battled cancer together

The Star Trek legend and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, have revealed they were both diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer within a year of each other and are now using their experience to launch a podcast focused on health and survival.

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Scottie dog statue pulled from Glasgow trail after ‘significant’ vandal attack

Wanderlust, a much‑loved Scottie dog sculpture in Glasgow’s Scotties in the City art trail, has been removed from its spot after suffering…

The National (Scotland)

William Shatner and daughter reveal they faced stage four cancer at same time

The Star Trek actor was diagnosed with stage four malignant melanoma that spread to his lungs and brain.

Evening Standard

UCLA Develops Mineral Sunscreen Without the Chalky White Cast That Has Kept Millions from Using It

UCLA researchers engineered tetrapod-shaped zinc oxide particles that provide SPF 30 protection without a white cast or pigments, in a study published in ACS Materials Letters.

Medical Daily

The heartbreaking promise William Shatner made as his daughter battled cancer

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William Shatner and his daughter reveal simultaneous stage 4 cancer diagnoses

The ‘Star Trek’ actor and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, dealt with treatment for stage 4 cancer at the same time

The Independent UK

Jeana Keough suffers setback in cancer treatment

Jeana Keough's cancer treatment has been paused and plans to fit a feeding tube delayed after she was discovered to have an infection and a blood clot on her leg.

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Three speeches on a single day signaled a dying American democracy

Stephen Miller warned of a leftwing ‘cancer’ threatening civilization. As a critical care doctor, I have a response to his diagnosis

The Guardian - US

Texas invested billions to fight cancer. Abbott’s H-1B visas restrictions may stall research, some warn

MD Anderson is a global leader in cancer research, tapping hundreds of foreign-born scientists. Now Gov. Greg Abbott’s restrictions on H-1B visas may limit the talent pool.

The Texas Tribune

Who is Marie-France Van Heel? Meet UK PM Andy Burnham's wife, once the 'coolest girl in college', who worked at Sky Digital and MTV Europe and beat breast cancer risk

Marie-France van Heel, wife of Prime Minister Andy Burnham, has a notable career. She met Burnham at Cambridge and worked in marketing for major companies and was the 'coolest' girl in college. Van Heel also underwent a preventative double mastectomy due to family history. She helped design her husband's campaign…

The Economic Times

U.S. Drug Shortages Climb to 227 Medications as CT Contrast Agents and Chemotherapy Drugs Remain Critically Scarce

U.S. drug shortages rose to 227 in Q2 2026, marking a third straight quarterly increase. CT contrast agents and the cancer drug ifosfamide are critically scarce. Here's what patients need to know.

Medical Daily

Why Young Bones Are More Vulnerable: Lauren Tom's Daughter's Diagnosis and Understanding the Link Between Growth and Osteosarcoma

Lauren Tom shared her daughter, Ellie, has osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Her story shows why persistent bone pain in young adults should never be ignored.

Medical Daily

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What Happens When Prostate Cancer Spreads? Edward Stourton's Death Highlights the Importance of Early Detection

Edward Stourton's death came after a long fight with prostate cancer, which prompted experts to urge men to heed the warning signs of this common disease.

Medical Daily

Kevin Keegan Dies at 75 After Stage 4 Cancer Battle: Here's What Advanced Cancer Does Inside the Body

Football legend Kevin Keegan has died at 75 after battling stage 4 cancer. Here's what advanced cancer means, how it spreads, affects the body, and is treated.

International Business Times UK

How Did Kevin Keegan Die? Here's How a Car Crash Revealed Soccer Legend's Cancer

Kevin Keegan, renowned footballer and manager, has died at 75 after a battle with stage four cancer. Known for his achievements with Liverpool and Newcastle, his legacy remains influential.

Medical Daily

After Battling Skin Cancer Three Times, One Mother Is Warning Young People About UV Exposure's Harmful Nature

Skin cancer survivor Liz Benditt warns against TikTok's tanmaxxing trend, explaining how UV exposure raises skin cancer risk and why prevention matters.

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Evening Standard

Friends star Lauren Tom shares daughter has been diagnosed with rare bone cancer aged 25

Actor best known for playing Ross’s girlfriend Julie on Friends shared the news on Instagram

The Independent UK

Friends star Lauren Tom reveals daughter, 25, has been diagnosed with bone cancer

‘My family and I are doing everything we can to aid in her healing,’ she wrote on Instagram

The Guardian - AU

Ads call ovarian cancer a ‘silent killer’. But does urging women to undergo early detection testing do more harm than good?

Website offering blood check is aimed at people with a higher risk of disease – and false positives can create fear

Medical Daily

Bone Cancer at 25? Lauren Tom's Daughter's Diagnosis Highlights Warning Signs Young Adults Should Never Ignore

Lauren Tom's daughter, Ellie, is battling osteosarcoma. Here's what young adults should know about bone cancer symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and survival.

The Independent UK

Mother with breast cancer forced to fundraise £200k for life-extending drug due to ‘unfair’ postcode lottery

Breast Cancer drug Enhertu is not available on the NHS in England and costs about £20,000 for three months privately

International Business Times UK

'Solid Marriage': Experts Explain Why Prince William, Princess Kate Are Holding Hands in Public

Prince William and Princess Kate's public displays of affection highlight their strengthened bond after overcoming personal challenges, including Princess Kate's cancer battle.

Medical Daily

Researchers Develop a Fully Human Antibody That Halted Aggressive Prostate Cancer Growth and Spread in Lab Models

Umeå University researchers developed a fully human antibody that halted aggressive prostate cancer growth and spread in preclinical models. Here's what the early science shows.

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