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Scientifically Speaking | Sniffing out cancer with insect detectives
Scientists are now turning to the highly refined odour-detecting abilities of two insects – ants and locusts – to detect cancer
Published on Sep 06, 2023 09:23 AM IST
Anirban Mahapatra
Doctor on foods WHO must review for carcinogenic content apart from aspartame
WHO is set to declare aspartame as a 'possible carcinogenic'. A doctor on list of food items that could be possibly carcinogenic and must be reviewed by WHO.
Published on Jun 30, 2023 03:59 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Anal cancer symptoms: Warning signs of the rare cancer you should know about
Anal cancer symptoms: One must pay attention to any changes in the bowel habits or lumps around anus. Here are signs of anal cancer you shouldn't ignore.
Published on Jun 28, 2023 09:11 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
New HPV test crucial step for eradicating cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is almost always caused by a HPV infection. A new affordable HPV test could help countries, making it a critical step to eradicate the cancer.
Published on Jun 22, 2023 10:43 AM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Chhavi Mittal hits back at trolls who called her out for posting on National Cancer Survivor Day and ‘doing too much’
Actor Chhavi Mittal hits back at those who recently trolled her for posting on National Cancer Survivor Day and ‘being too much’. Here’s what she says.
Updated on Jun 09, 2023 06:30 PM IST
Navya Kharbanda
Blood test that can detect more than 50 types of cancer shows promise: Study
The study enrolled 6,238 patients, aged 18 and older. The blood test can detect 50 types of cancer and is made by the US firm Grail.
Published on Jun 03, 2023 12:56 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, London
A vaccine for pancreatic cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers of all. A new mRNA vaccine could prevent tumors from returning after surgery.
Published on May 25, 2023 01:08 PM IST
Deutsche Welle, Delhi
New epigenetic vulnerability of acute myeloid leukemia: Research
The researchers have spotted a new vulnerability of acute myeloid leukemia which can be targetted with srugs, thereby initiating a nerw form of treatment.
Published on Apr 11, 2023 11:55 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Houston
Watch out for these first warning signs of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is difficult to detect in early stages as there are no noticeable symptoms until cancer has advanced. Watch out for these first warning signs
Updated on Apr 14, 2023 12:26 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Protein that helps to suppress tumour growth: Study
The study states the presence of a novel protein that helps in supressing the growth of tumours.
Published on Apr 09, 2023 10:16 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Aurora
Signs of end-stage multiple myeloma, complementary care to manage it
Health experts reveal what are the signs of end-stage multiple myeloma and what is the complementary care that the doctors suggest for managing the condition
Published on Apr 07, 2023 02:00 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz
10 cancer symptoms women should not ignore
If you're healthy and young, you might not think of getting a cancer yet regardless of your age or family background, you should be aware and careful.
Updated on Mar 31, 2023 12:40 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
First signs of oral cancer and what should be the next steps
The early signs of oral cancer are often overlooked, as they are mistaken for common dental problems but it is important to be aware of these signs and symptoms as early detection can lead to better treatment outcomes.
Published on Mar 23, 2023 06:11 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Cancer recurrence can be avoided with physical activity: Study
The study noted that physical activity has been successful in delaying and preventing cancer recurrence in patients previously treated for colon cancer.
Published on Mar 22, 2023 11:33 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington
Cancer treatment: Artificial human skin now part of new skin cancer therapy
Artificial skin is the closest we get to real human skin and a new study has been successful in stopping invasive growth in a skin cancer model by utilising synthetic human skin.
Updated on Mar 13, 2023 12:24 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Copenhagen [denmark]
Prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men, study finds
The research studied the comparison of surgery , radiation treatment and monitoring, and found that active monitoring is a safer alternative to the other treatments.
Published on Mar 12, 2023 01:54 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Advanced imaging can help in clinical treatment of prostate cancer: Research
It is studied that beside the standard imaging techniques, additional scans can also help the doctors make informed decisions about the line of treatment to follow.
Published on Mar 11, 2023 01:24 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, London
Immunotherapy is the new era in cancer treatment: Doctors explain
Here’s how Immunotherapy helps in killing the cancer cells and boosting the immune system. All that you need to know.
Published on Mar 09, 2023 02:17 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
New technology will enhance cancer detection and treatment: Study
Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney have developed a revolutionary technique that enables medical professionals to avoid invasive biopsy procedures and monitor the efficacy of treatment by identifying and analysing cancer cells in blood samples.
Published on Mar 05, 2023 05:24 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Washington
Here's how your lifestyle can lead to prostate cancer
Unlike many other cancers, prostate cancer is very indolent and many are asymptomatic. It is the commonest cancer among elderly males with lifetime risk of 1 in 8 males and risk increases with increasing age. Here's how your lifestyle can lead to prostate cancer
Updated on Mar 05, 2023 03:40 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Can breakfast cereal or cookies cause ovarian cancer? Here's what experts say
Researchers have found an association between cancer and acrylamide, an industrial chemical generated during processing of food. All you want to know.
Published on Feb 28, 2023 03:59 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Childhood cancer: Treatment of paediatric cancer, management of side-effects
Treatment for childhood cancer typically involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and immunotherapy. Here are recent advances revolutionising paediatric cancer treatment and improved management of side-effects that you should know
Updated on Feb 23, 2023 12:59 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Pap smear test for cancer: How often should you go, ideal age, when to avoid it
Pap smear is a screening test used to detect potentially pre-cancerous and cancerous processes in the endocervical canal and can determine if any abnormal cells in the cervix tend to turn cancerous. Here's how often should you go, ideal age and when to avoid it
Updated on Feb 22, 2023 05:25 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Immunotherapy can benefit high-risk bladder patients after surgery: Research
This new data showed that at approximately three years of follow-up, nivolumab increased these patients' chance of staying cancer-free after surgery compared to patients who received a placebo
Published on Feb 19, 2023 09:17 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington
Childhood Cancer: Early signs of cancer in kids that every parent should know
Health experts reveal all about childhood cancer, its signs and symptoms for early recognition and what a parent should know
Updated on Feb 16, 2023 07:57 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Can erectile dysfunction trigger a risk of prostate cancer in young men?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a man can’t get or keep an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. This can be due to body-related issues or psychological issues but can it trigger a risk of prostate cancer in young men?
Updated on Feb 11, 2023 07:25 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Men, eat these 6 foods to cut prostate cancer risk
Prostate cancer risk increases with age. The right dose of nutrients can significantly reduce the risk. There are certain foods that can help prevent this cancer. Here's what an expert says
Published on Feb 10, 2023 01:15 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Cancer treatment: Here's how to take care of hair after chemotherapy, radiation
Chemotherapy and radiation drugs affect the healthy cells of the body too hence, the skin and hair problems start to show. Hair fall is usually noticeable about 2-4 weeks post the treatment and the scalp may feel tender. Here's how to take care of hair after chemotherapy
Updated on Feb 09, 2023 02:45 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
New cell death mechanism helps to treat cancer: Study
Many cancers, such as lung cancer and kidney cancer, have an overexpression of SLC7A11, which codes for the cystine transporter.
Published on Feb 08, 2023 02:54 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Texas
Liver cancer: Risk factors for rise in India's Hepatocellular Carcinoma cases
The male:female ratio for Hepatocellular Carcinoma in India is 4:1 and the age of presentation varies from 40 to 70 years. Here are the risk factors responsible for the increase in liver cancer cases
Updated on Feb 08, 2023 02:31 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
