THIS STORY ORIGINALLY appeared on WIRED Italia and has been translated from Italian. Pancreatic cancer turns off one of our most important genes in order to be able to grow and spread, new research published in the journal Gastro Hep Advances has found. The cancer is one of the most aggressive human diseases. It is … Read more
Many individuals continue to miss their smear test appointments. However, cervical cancer screening tests could soon be conducted at home – a development experts are hailing as revolutionary. NHS chiefs are considering the introduction of quick and user-friendly self-testing kits in England, which could result in approximately 400,000 additional people being tested annually. The test … Read more
When board-certified dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi was pregnant with her first child, a dark spot formed on her lower leg. Six months later, when the spot began to grow, the alarm bells started ringing. “As a dermatologist, I knew that any change in a mole could indicate developing cancer, so I had it biopsied, and … Read more
WASHINGTON — What if there was a way to peer into your body and spot early signs of cancer and other life-threatening ailments before they became serious? That’s the pitch from a new cluster of companies selling high-tech scans to healthy people interested in learning more about their wellness. These whole-body MRI scans aren’t cheap. … Read more
LONDON — King Charles III is preparing to visit Australia and Samoa in October, an itinerary that will span 12 time zones and test the monarch’s stamina as he recovers from cancer treatment. The trip, announced on Sunday by Buckingham Palace, marks a watershed moment for the 75-year-old king, who has been slowly returning to … Read more
Health bodies have warned of a lesser-known cancer symptom that you can spot on your bedding in the morning. According to experts, bedsheets that are “soaking” in sweat every day could be a warning sign that something is seriously wrong. Many of us experience some form of sweating at night, especially during the summer months. … Read more
Experts at Cancer Research UK are urging people to make an appointment with their GP if they are always feeling tired. With people working more hours and socialising more during the summer months, many will naturally feel more tired. However, if this is an ongoing issue and you suspect something else could be the cause, … Read more
A woman who experienced a number of common symptoms like bloating for 18 months has been diagnosed with stomach cancer. Despite normal blood and stool tests, Donna Taylor’s condition was initially undiagnosed. Hoping to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms, she spoke on BBC Morning Live alongside Dr Ranj, an NHS doctor and TV … Read more
Kate Middleton is set to make her second royal public appearance since she announced her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Kensington Palace confirmed Saturday that the Princess of Wales is slated to attend the 2024 Wimbledon men’s final Sunday, according to The Associated Press. Kate will be present to watch Carlos Alcaraz face off against … Read more
KYIV, Ukraine — The National Cancer Institute in Kyiv was busier than usual after a Russian missile struck Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital this week, forcing the evacuation of dozens of its young patients battling cancer. Russia’s heaviest bombardment of the Ukrainian capital in four months severely damaged Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital on Monday, terrorizing families and … Read more
