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Women with mental illness are twice as likely to develop cervical cancer: Study
Women who have a history of mental illness, neuropsychiatric impairment, or substance abuse are less likely to have gynaecological screening tests for cervical cancer and are more than twice as likely to get the disease.
Published on Mar 25, 2023 03:47 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Solna
NFL tight end Foster Moreau steps away from football to battle Hodgkin lymphoma
Moreau's illness was discovered during a routine physical conducted by the New Orleans Saints' medical team.
Published on Mar 23, 2023 08:39 PM IST
Paurush Omar
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
Chhavi Mittal reacts to criticism against kissing her kids
Chhavi Mittal in her latest post responded to a social media user who said it is ‘child abuse' for the actor to kiss her kids. She has a son and a daughter.
Published on Mar 15, 2023 03:00 PM IST
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
Mediterranean diet is the most effective way to prevent prostate cancer: Study
A study conducted by the University of South Australia has found that the risk of developing prostate cancer is lower in men who consume colorful fruits and vegetables on a regular basis.
Published on Mar 10, 2023 08:40 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Melbourne
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
Why some tumour cells become resistant to chemotherapy: Researchers reveal
Chemotherapy is still the primary treatment for the majority of tumours, making it a core problem in cancer research to understand why some tumour cells develop resistance to it.
Published on Mar 07, 2023 12:36 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Sydney
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
‘Duesseldorf patient’ cured of HIV, cancer after stem cell transplant: Study
Two other cases with both HIV and cancer, patients in Berlin and London, have previously been reported as cured in scientific journals following the high-risk procedure.
Published on Feb 21, 2023 05:46 AM IST
AP | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny
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
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
Leukaemia signs and symptoms: How to detect, treat the aggressive blood cancer
Fever or chills, fatigue, frequent infections, weight loss, enlarged liver or spleen, nose bleeds are some common signs of leukaemia. Here's all about signs and symptoms of one of the most common cancers in children.
Published on Feb 07, 2023 12:31 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Lifestyle after cancer therapy: Tips one must follow to avoid cancer recurrence
Try implementing these 5 healthy suggestions by doctor to help yourself cope with the side effects of cancer treatment and lower your risk of cancer recurrence
Updated on Feb 06, 2023 08:05 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Symptoms or signs that men must know when prostate cancer is getting worse
Health experts reveal the most common early signs of prostate cancer and symptoms that one must know when prostate cancer is getting worse in men
Updated on Feb 06, 2023 07:48 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Oesophageal Cancer: Risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention tip
Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month: Esophageal cancer can happen to anyone and is seen anywhere in the esophagus. Here's all you need to know about the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention tips for Oesophageal Cancer
Updated on Feb 06, 2023 03:15 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
How chemotherapy drug delays enzymes that support growth of cancer cells
For 40 years, etoposide has been a trusted chemotherapeutic for treating a variety of cancers. Etoposide succeeds by targeting Type IIA eukaryotic topoisomerases, enzymes - also known as topo IIs -- that enable the replication of cancer cells.
Published on Feb 06, 2023 12:07 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, New York
Cancer risk factors: Here's why Indians are at a higher risk of the disease
Health experts reveal Indian population specific risk factors that lead to a higher incidence of cancer and tips to identify and address these risk factors and reduce the disease burden from cancer
Updated on Feb 05, 2023 07:08 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Cancer patient on New York-bound flight seeks help with hand bag, offloaded
The traveller, identified as Meenakshi Sengupta, lodged a complaint against the flight attendant accusing them of refusing to help her put the handbag in the overhead cabin as she was unable to do so because of weak limbs.
Published on Feb 05, 2023 03:03 PM IST
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