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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."

WEKU

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

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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:

Dynamite News

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

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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

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

How an accidental mullet after chemo has become a fundraiser.

Newcastle Herald

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 Guardian - UK

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 Conversation

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’

The Independent UK

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…

The Times of India

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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:

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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:

Dynamite News

Research reveals why presence of healthy cells enables cancer to resist treatment

According to two studies from UCL and Yale, chemotherapy becomes less effective because healthy cells push cancer cells to grow more slowly. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Tennis legend Chris Evert reveals cancer has returned and prepares for more chemotherapy

The 18-time grand slam champion was given the all-clear in January after treatment for ovarian cancer but announced it has returned

The Independent UK

Chris Evert set for more chemotherapy as cancer returns

The 18-time grand slam champion was given the all-clear in January after treatment for ovarian cancer.

The Hindu

Doctors at American Oncology Institute in Vijayawada give new lease of life to two-year-old

A two-year-old baby diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) was successfully treated by doctors at the American Oncology Institute in Vijayawada. After initial evaluations revealed an alarmingly high WBC, low platelet count, and anaemia, intensive chemotherapy was administered. Within one month, the disease was under control and complete remission was…

Zenger

AI Outperforms Doctors In Assessing Breast Cancer, Could Spare Women Unnecessary Surgery

Artificial intelligence model evaluates cancer cells and non-cancerous cells to determine treatment, potentially reducing chemotherapy

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