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More than one in four premature deaths in UK ‘will be due to cancer by 2050’

A new study warned that the ‘current trajectory of cancer costs is unsustainable’.

The Independent UK

Stop-smoking pill varenicline to be offered on NHS – what you need to know

For the first time since 2021, a pill used to help people quit smoking – varenicline – will again be available on the NHS.

The Conversation

How to prevent Cancer with little everyday lifestyle changes

India is not an exception to the fact that cancer is still one of the most difficult medical issues in the world. "There are things you can do to reduce your risk, but not all cancers can be prevented," according to Cancer Research UK. The rising incidence of cancer in…

The Times of India

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‘Game-changer’ pill to help people stop smoking to be rolled out on NHS

Varenicline works by tackling nicotine cravings and also helps with withdrawal symptoms, such as irritability and trouble sleeping.

The Independent UK

Study raises hopes of treating aggressive cancers by zapping rogue DNA

Tumours could be reduced by targeting genetic material driving their growth with a new drug in early-stage trials

The Guardian - UK

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Can I get lung cancer if I’ve never smoked?

Lung cancer experts tell Lisa Salmon that although smoking causes most cases, nearly a third are in non-smokers.

The Independent UK

Rise in casual smokers who may be less motivated to quit, study warns

Researchers called for public health campaigns to raise awareness of the dangers of casual smoking.

The Independent UK

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‘World-first trial could revolutionise brain cancer treatment’ – researchers

The research will trial multiple new treatments for people in the UK living with glioblastoma.

The Independent UK

Cancer study finds nuts could hold key to stopping spread of disease

The research found that cancer cells are in great need of selenium

The Independent UK

Denying cancer cells Brazil nut ingredient could halt spread of disease – study

Preventing breast cancer cells from receiving selenium could stop them from spreading, research has shown.

Evening Standard

Treatment cuts cervical cancer deaths by 40% in ‘biggest breakthrough for decades’

Cervical cancer kills hundreds of women each year according to Cancer Research UK

The Independent UK

New cervical cancer treatment regime ‘cuts risk of dying from disease by 40%’

Process tested in patients over 10-year period involves short course of chemotherapy before chemoradiation

The Guardian - UK

Ovarian cancer vaccine: What you need to know about breakthrough jab that could wipe out disease

There are around 7,500 new ovarian cancer cases in the UK every year

The Independent UK

World’s first vaccine for ovarian cancer ‘could wipe out the disease’

The hope is the jab could be given to all women preventatively on the NHS to eliminate the disease, which is the sixth most common cancer in women.

The Independent UK

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World-first ovarian cancer vaccine being developed in UK

‘A few decades ago the idea of a cancer vaccine was science fiction’ – but it is now becoming more of a reality, says Dr Claire Bromley from Cancer Research UK

The Guardian - UK

Streeting considers reviving dedicated cancer strategy after Tories axed it

Health secretary is examining case for a comprehensive plan for England to tackle UK’s second-biggest killer

The Independent UK

Handheld scanner could transform cancer and arthritis diagnosis – study

The device can generate highly detailed 3D images in just seconds, researchers say.

The Guardian - UK

Risk of lung cancer from radiotherapy doubles for breast cancer patients who smoke

Non-smokers found to have 1% chance of treatment leading to disease compared with between 2% and 6% for smokers

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The Independent UK

Vaccine hope for one in 400 people with genetic disorder that increases cancer risk

People with the condition have a higher risk of developing cancers of the bowel, womb and ovaries

Zenger

Nurse’s Son’s Hug Leads To Life-Saving Cancer Diagnosis‌ ‌

Ashley McLean's swift action after a hug reveals rare breast cancer, inspiring a community to raise funds for research.‌

Evening Standard

'Sunburning' acne cure TikTok trend could increase risk of cancer, NHS warns

Doctors say that intentionally burning skin could lead to future health risks

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Inheriting the breast cancer gene - what doctors want you to know about the chances, risks and testing

Breast cancer can be passed down genetically, but there are other important factors to consider…

The Independent UK

How long will the UK heatwave last? Temperatures to hit 27C, but more wet weather on the way

While not technically a heatwave, the UK’s warm weather continues with rainy showers

The Independent UK

Top doctors warn shortage of NHS radiologists will rise to 40 per cent by 2028

Staff shortages creating a “toxic cocktail” for NHS cancer services

The Guardian - UK

Deadly cancer treatment delays now ‘routine’ in NHS, say damning reports

Studies sound alarm at state of cancer care with hundreds of thousands waiting months to start essential treatment

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