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VILPA, the technique that will slash your risk of having cancer

A recent study published in JAMA Oncology suggests that engaging in just four to five minutes of "vigorous physical activity" can significantly reduce the risk of cancer among individuals who have previously been inactive.

The Times of India

Thrissur native P.D. Sheena becomes Major General of MNS

Maj. Gen. Sheena was commissioned to the Military Nursing Service (MNS) in the year 1985. She specialised in Oncology Nursing from the prestigious TATA Memorial Hospital Mumbai, in 1994, and served as Nurse Oncologist for 20 years in different Armed Forces Hospitals

The Hindu

Eye Cancer Specialists Fly To Kenya For Global Confab

Israeli ophthalmologists organize international conference of ocular oncologists to promote equity in global eyecare

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Survey finds gaps in specialised paediatric oncology care at all tertiary hospitals in India

The survey notes that dedicated paediatric oncology departments are available at 41.6% of the publicly managed tertiary-level hospitals.

The Hindu

CME on lymphoma and laryngectomy at Kidwai

As part of its golden jubilee celebrations, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is conducting a continuing medical education workshop on lymphoma changing trends on September 2

The Hindu

Government to probe allegations of issuing pre-dated work order for PET-CT equipment project at Kidwai

An alleged pre-dated work order issued for the development, operation, maintenance and management of Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography equipment under a public-private partnership at the State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is being scrutinised

The Hindu

A Hidden AI Stock to Add to Your Portfolio

Many AI techniques are already being used in healthcare, where the highest degree of accuracy is required. One such area is oncology testing and the cancer research programs of Guardant Health.

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An experiment to switch from tobacco to sandalwood farming

At a time when efforts were underway to identify a suitable alternative crop for tobacco, which is linked to cancer and cardiovascular diseases among other ailments, Antardhwani, an independent think tank of HCG-Bharat Hospital and Institute of Oncology (BHIO), is steering a project under which tobacco farmers had switched to…

The Hindu

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology turns 50, but authorities barely aware of milestone

The Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO), a regional cancer hospital that has been recognized as a Center of Excellence in Oncology, turns 50 on June 26.

The Hindu

Madras Medical Mission sets up Surgical Oncology Department

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New trials show increased survival rates for a range of cancers

A roundup of some of the most promising announcements at a meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.

Al Jazeera

Breast cancer drug cuts risk of most common form returning by 25%

Trial results presented at US oncology conference suggest ribociclib could be gamechanging and boost survival rate significantly

The Guardian - UK

Buy, Sell, or Hold: Pfizer Inc. (PFE)

Pfizer (PFE) continues to make significant strides in the pharmaceutical industry, given its recent acquisition and drug approvals. Is the stock a buy, sell, or hold now? Keep reading to find out….

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Railway Hospital celebrates International Nurses Day

The officers and staff of the Vijayawada divisional railway hospital, in association with American Oncology Institute, celebrated International Nurses Day at IPD block on the hospital premises on Friday

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Daily Record

Scottish Government's record on cancer treatment is unacceptable

Record View says that the dire picture of oncology waiting times is dismal.

The National (Scotland)

David Smith: Chance to visit home perfect tonic to stresses of the big city

As people queued to get a location in London this week, the stress from oncology finally broke me.

The Guardian - AU

When cancer and pregnancy intersect it is overwhelming in every way – we need better support

Pregnant people diagnosed with cancer feel isolated and even stigmatised. Oncology and neonatal teams must be able to coordinate effectively

Al Jazeera

Closed borders put cancer patients in Syria’s Idlib at risk

Stuck on the Syrian side of the border unable to return to Turkey, patients fret over how they will continue treatment.

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Manchester Evening News

Teenage girl died after doctor shortage left her without the expert desperately needed to save her

The huge national shortage has left the hospital without the ability to recruit the staff needed

Liverpool Echo

Warning over national problem which contributed to teen girl's death

Katie Wilkins died after visiting the hospital on multiple occasions

Wales Online

Dr Mohammad Muneeb Khan says 30 seconds of sunlight each morning could massively cut cancer risk

Dr Khan is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Queen's Centre for Oncology and Haematology

Daily Record

New report urges sweeping changes to NHS Tayside oncology following breast cancer scandal review

The analysis came after its was revealed in 2019 that more than 300 patients, including 14 who have since died, were given reduced amounts of the treatment by doctors between December 2016 and March 2019

ABC News

Broken Hill's Rob and Cheryl Meuret 'blown away' by $23,000 fundraiser to help fight cancer

An 12-year-old boy's offer to cut off his mullet to raise money for two neighbours suffering from cancer leads to a successful community fundraiser in Broken Hill, with all monies to be donated to an oncology unit and lodge.

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1 Stock to Buy This Week Following Its Recent Earnings Beat

Biopharmaceutical giant Gilead Sciences (GILD) reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and sales and raised its full-year guidance. Analysts see immense growth potential in the company’s HIV and oncology franchises, which should boost its performance in the upcoming quarters. Given its strong earnings, high profitability, discounted valuation, and attractive dividend, we think…

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Edinburgh nurse wins £82,000 on BBC's The Wheel after disagreement with Ally McCoist

Oncology nurse Helen managed to beat the other two contestants fighting for the top prize by answering only one question - the first time that has happened in the show's short history

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