The Latest Breaking News from Cancer

Young women who are overweight may be less likely to develop breast cancer

A new study found that women who had a higher BMI at 20 appeared to have a reduced risk of post-menopausal breast cancer

The Independent UK · Sep 17

NHS Approves Breast Cancer Drug Rejected Two Years Ago After Trump Deal Raises NICE Spending Limit

NICE has approved Enhertu for eligible women in England after a new drug deal and higher cost-effectiveness threshold made the treatment affordable for NHS funding.

International Business Times UK · Sep 17

Women in England with incurable breast cancer to get life-extending drug on NHS

Thousands with HER2-low advanced breast cancer will have access to Enhertu after ministers strike deal on price

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17

Only 20% of Men in Advocacy Group Survey Knew Studies Have Linked Dairy to Prostate Cancer Risk

A survey found that 20% of men knew that studies link dairy to prostate cancer risk. The evidence is mostly observational and does not prove that dairy causes cancer.

Medical Daily · Sep 17

Life-extending breast cancer drug made available on the NHS after U-turn

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) announced that it has reversed an initial decision to reject the drug for widespread use for the NHS in England

The Independent UK · Sep 16

Breast cancer: Women in their 30s and 40s ‘should be warned of alcohol risk’

New research suggests key life stages are linked to changes in behaviour that increases the risk of developing cancer.

Evening Standard · Sep 16

Former Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman announces death of his wife after cancer battle

Ronald Koeman managed the Netherlands at this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK · Sep 16

Irish man with terminal brain cancer became 'The King of Chemo'; now eyes marathon record

A medical trial that Iain Ward joined in 2019 led to an unexpected discovery that changed his life. An MRI scan revealed a brain tumour, although doctors initially believed it was benign. Around six months later, further scans showed that the tumour was growing. Ward underwent brain surgery and was…

The Times of India · Sep 16

Cardiovascular Disease Overtakes Cancer as Top Killer of U.S. Hispanic Adults, with Heart Failure Diagnosed Years Earlier

Cardiovascular disease now kills more U.S. Hispanic adults than cancer, a new AHA statement says. See who is at risk and what families can do now.

Medical Daily · Sep 16

This Dividend Stock Is Beating the Market in 2026 and Yields 2.36%

Merck is beating the market year-to-date after a jump on positive Phase 3 data, while paying an annualized dividend of about $3.40 for a yield above 2.3%.

Barchart · Sep 16