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'He's perfect': the boy who mum feared would never be born

Annabel Crabb to host online breast cancer event on Tuesday.

Newcastle Herald

'Wonder' drug to treat aggressive form of lung cancer promises hope

A new drug that can increase survival rates and average survival of cancer patients! Seems futuristic, right? Well, researchers at the Queen Mary University London have found a new drug that can work against a difficult-to-treat and aggressive form of cancer, mesothelioma. The findings of the study have been published…

The Times of India

Drug offers ‘wonderful’ breakthrough in treatment of asbestos-linked cancer

Medicine used alongside chemotherapy in trials quadrupled three-year survival rates for mesothelioma

The Guardian - UK

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FDA approves new chemotherapy treatment for pancreatic cancer patients

Learn about the FDA-approved chemotherapy treatment for pancreatic cancer that offers hope to patients, with insights from experts and real-life survivor s...

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Teen who believed her cancer was cured by ‘miracle from God’ ordered by NSW court to continue chemotherapy

Judge found girl had ability to refuse treatment, but ‘sanctity of life’ was also a consideration

The Guardian - AU

Surge in UK cancer patients going private revealed as King Charles starts treatment

Exclusive: As NHS targets are being missed nearly 300,000 people paid for chemotherapy in last five years

The Guardian - UK

Toby Keith, one of country music's biggest stars, dies at 62

Keith announced on social media in 2022 that he had been having chemotherapy and radiation treatments for stomach cancer. He is behind such hits as "Red Solo Cup" and "Beer For My Horses."

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One cancer survivor story as volunteers converge on the Kentucky State Capitol

Tina Barrett is entering her seventh year of her journey with cancer. She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, then came a double mastectomy and lots of chemotherapy. The central Kentucky woman said for the next three years all was good until she fell in early 2022

WEKU

Scientists reveal why one type of chemotherapy works best in bladder cancer

These findings may explain why the approach, cisplatin chemotherapy, can lead to cure in a small subset of patients with metastatic, or advanced, bladder cancer. Read further on Dynamite News:

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From chemo to surgery: how cancer treatments are becoming kinder

Many cancer patients today are experiencing fewer side effects and better outcomes thanks to pioneering research

The Guardian - UK

Immunotherapy eliminates senescent cells, making chemotherapy more efficient

Apart from eliminating a significant portion of the tumour cells, cancer therapies such as chemotherapy also produce senescent tumour cells, which are also referred to as "zombi cells." Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

A moment that changed me: My body seemed like a death machine – until I saw those two blue lines

After cancer, chemotherapy and temporary menopause, I didn’t dare imagine having a baby. But all of a sudden my womb was designing a whole new life

The Guardian - UK

Throat Cancer: A guide to early detection and timely intervention

Throat cancer, encompassing cancers of the larynx, pharynx, and tonsils, manifests through a range of symptoms that demand attention and swift action. Linked to factors such as tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, and certain viral infections, early detection is crucial for successful treatment. Treatment may involve surgery, radiation therapy, or…

The Times of India

University of California Scientists Unleashes AI to Predict Chemotherapy Resistance in Cancer

The study, led by Dr Trey Ideker, a professor in the Department of Medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine, showcases the potential of artificial intelligence in unravelling the complexities of cancer drug responses.

International Business Times UK

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'Glamour girl's' Mulletfest quest after breast cancer battle

How an accidental mullet after chemo has become a fundraiser.

The Guardian - UK

50 years of Cancer Research UK: how small successes over time are leading to better outcomes for people with cancer

Thanks to advances in scientific research and policy, people diagnosed with cancer in 2024 can expect kinder treatments and better outcomes. Here, Nic Fleming looks back over 50 years of dedication, innovation and progress

The Conversation

From straight to curly, thick to thin: here's how hormones and chemotherapy can change your hair

Head hair comes in many colours, shapes and sizes, and hairstyles are often an expression of personal style or cultural identity.

The Independent UK

Jill Martin on getting an ‘ambush makeover’ as she tries on wigs after chemotherapy hair loss

The award-winning TV personality shared videos on her social media of her experience shopping for a new wig for a ‘makeover’

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The Times of India

Immunotherapy in gastrointestinal oncology: A new dawn for cancer treatment

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, including cancers of the colon, stomach, esophagus, pancreas, and liver, affect millions of people worldwide and remain a leading cause of mortality. While surgery remains the gold standard treatment for curing GI cancers, chemotherapy and radiation therapy help in downstaging the disease and reduce the risk of…

Evening Standard

Dianne Buswell flies back to Australia post Strictly final to be with cancer-battling father

The Strictly pro confirmed earlier this year that her dad Mark was undergoing chemotherapy

Dynamite News

Here is why chemotherapy becomes less effective, finds study

According to two research from UCL and Yale, chemotherapy becomes less effective when healthy">healthy cells encourage cancer cells to grow more slowly. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

Amy Dowden says Strictly Come Dancing ‘saved my life’ as she reflects on her cancer battle

The dancing pro, 33, finished chemotherapy last month

The Times of India

How to protect yourself from flu during cancer treatment

Cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy, are designed to target rapidly dividing cells, which unfortunately also include some healthy immune cells. This immunosuppression can leave cancer patients more vulnerable to infections, making the flu a significant concern. So here are some key strategies for prevention:

WEKU

The border guard looked forbidding — then surprised them with his empathy

A husband and wife were returning from Mexico with chemotherapy medication when a guard asked to see the bottles of white powder. His kindness in that moment left an impression.

Dynamite News

Do you know presence of healthy cells enables cancer to resist treatment? Study finds

Chemotherapy becomes less effective as healthy cells encourage cancer cells to grow more slowly, according to two studies from UCL and Yale. Read further on Dynamite News:

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