The Latest Breaking News from Chemotherapy

From Chemotherapy to Three Peaks in 24 Hours: Princess Kate's Remarkable First Major Challenge Since Cancer Remission

Princess Kate completes the National Three Peaks challenge after cancer remission, using the feat to spotlight holistic care and the hidden toll of serious illness.

International Business Times UK · Jun 28

Exam stand-in cites chemotheraphy when caught cheating

A 57-year-old cheat caught sitting a civil service examination on behalf of a younger job seeker tried to explain away the difference in their looks by saying chemotherapy made him appear older.

Bangkok Post · Jun 28

Supplies of essential chemotherapy drugs are running low and experts fear rationing could soon begin

Younger patients with a full chance of recovery are being prioritized for drugs, according to one doctor

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Phase 3 Trial Confirms Exercise Can Reverse Chemo Brain, Easing Cognitive Impairment Affecting 80 Percent of Cancer Patients

A Phase 3 EXCAP trial published in June 2026 demonstrates that a structured home-based walking exercise program significantly reduces chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment (chemo brain) in cancer patients. Up to 80% of chemotherapy patients experience chemo brain, which can persist for years. Here is the full finding.

Medical Daily · Jun 16

Cheltenham hospital admits failing man who died after using contaminated shower

Chris Elliot was exposed to ‘lethal dose’ of bacteria while receiving chemotherapy from Gloucestershire NHS trust

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

Ovarian cancer drug approved for NHS use will prolong lives

A drug that can treat chemotherapy-resistant ovarian cancer has just been approved for use on the NHS in England. Mirvetuximab soravtansine (also known as Elahere) is the first new drug to be approved for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer in over 20 years.

The Conversation · Jun 11

Actor Tyler Mane reveals he is having treatment for rare male breast cancer

Star, 59, of 2000 blockbuster X-Men seeks to raise awareness of condition as he undergoes chemotherapy

The Guardian - US · Jun 10

Tracy Shaw rushed to A&E following chemotherapy as she says she has ‘no strength left’

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The Independent UK · Jun 8

Coronation Street star rushed to A&E after chemotherapy as she says she had ‘no strength left’

Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw was rushed to A&E following chemotherapy treatment as the actor said she had “no strength left”.

The Independent UK · Jun 8

Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw 'vulnerable as a baby' after A&E trip over horrific chemo side effect

The 52-year-old said she ‘has no strength left’ after being diagnosed with breast cancer in April

Evening Standard · Jun 8