The Latest Breaking News from Cancer

Home and Away's Johnny Ruffo, 34, gives heartbreaking update on terminal cancer diagnosis

Johnny Ruffo - best known for having played Chris Harrington on Home and Away - shared an update with fans on social media this week, following the actor being diagnosed with terminal cancer

Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2023

"We've had to shut down NHS scanners": Christie cancer treatment staff explain why they have to strike

More than 100 staff will go on strike tomorrow morning

Manchester Evening News · Mar 2, 2023

Scientists reveal why American man with prostate cancer developed ‘uncontrolled’ Irish accent

‘His accent was uncontrollable, present in all settings and gradually became persistent’

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2023

The 11-minute exercise scientists say cuts cancer, stroke and heart disease risks

Adults should be doing a certain amount of physical activity every week, but you don't have to be strict to see health improvements.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

‘Researchers solve mystery that could speed up development of new cancer drugs’

A new study has revealed what scientists call a traffic light mechanism controlling genetic activity within cells.

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

Vauxhall dealers to stage north v south clash to battle cancer

Lookers dealerships to lock horns in match for charity cash

Liverpool Echo · Mar 1, 2023

Colorectal cancer getting diagnosed later, among younger people: study

More people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer at later stages of the disease and at younger ages, a study published Wednesday in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.

Axios · Mar 1, 2023

Hero boy, 13, raises more than £700,000 after sleeping outside in a tent for three years

Inspirational teen Max Woosey, 13, lived in a tent for more than a thousand nights, in memory of a family friend who died of cancer - and he's now announced the end of his epic campout

Daily Mirror · Mar 1, 2023

Ayr Miss Teen GB hopeful shares powerful breast cancer message as brave cousin battles disease

The inspirational Ayrshire schoolgirl hopes to use her Miss Teen Great Britain platform to drive home a breast cancer awareness message.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

Rarecan eyes up to £3m investment this year as cancer platform targets rapidly growing market

The Hexham-based start-up is on the hunt for a lead investor to take it into its next funding round

Birmingham Post · Mar 1, 2023