British scientists have hailed a breakthrough in prostate cancer diagnosis as a “substantial leap forward”. A revolutionary new test has been developed in the UK that detects the disease in just 15 minutes. The new technique analyses protein structures in dried blood. This makes it easier to identify the presence of cancer. And scientists say … Read more
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK and across the globe, but it’s also one of the most treatable if caught early enough – which is why it’s important to know the signs. It typically develops on skin areas most exposed to the sun, emphasising the importance of … Read more
Mouth cancer: What are the causes and symptoms? There are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. It occurs when abnormal cells grow and divide in an uncontrolled way. As a result, the telltale symptoms tend to reflect where in the body the disease is growing. However, some of these … Read more
As with any cancer, spotting the symptoms of mouth cancer can have a major impact on the outcome. But a dentist says many people aren’t aware of the subtle signs that could save their lives. Spotting them could be the difference between a successful outcome and not. Dr Smita Mehra, principal dentist at The Neem … Read more
There are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. The type depends on where it starts. Some types are more common than others. In the UK, breast and prostate cancer affect the largest proportion of cancer patients. Among the other most common types of the disease in the UK is … Read more
Swedish scientists have made a breakthrough with a home test that can reveal the risk of a heart attack in just five minutes, offering hope for early detection. The simple questionnaire, which boasts the same accuracy as blood tests and blood pressure readings, was developed by researchers at the University of Gothenburg and has been … Read more
Roger in hospital after his double cancer diagnosis (Image: PA) A man who was remarkably fit and healthy, who shockingly collapsed only to be diagnosed with not one but two types of cancer within a four-month window, is urging his fellow men to “talk to somebody” and “act quickly” if they have any concerns. Roger … Read more
We all get blemishes on our skin every now and then. Spots can be the result of hormonal changes, an excess of oil on the skin or other relatively harmless factors. But there are times when a pimple could signal something far more sinister. According to a doctor, what can look like just a normal … Read more
Diabetes is a serious and typically lifelong condition which causes your blood sugar levels to become too high. While it is not known exactly what causes type 1 diabetes, among type 2 patients this is often linked to factors such as being overweight and not exercising enough. However, it can also run in families. More … Read more
The test searches for DNA changes in the blood linked to cancer (Image: Getty) An “ultra-sensitive” blood test can predict which breast cancer survivors will relapse years before scans show evidence of tumours. In the earliest case, the blood test correctly flagged cancer recurrence three years and five months earlier. Experts hope the breakthrough could … Read more
