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radiation therapy news

Advanced radiotherapy machine launched at Medanta, Gurugram

The Varian EDGE can treat brain, lung, breast and head and neck cancers with shorter sessions, doctors say. (HT Photo)
Published on Dec 23, 2025 07:31 am IST

The War on Cancer Relies on Proton Therapy

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Published on Nov 24, 2025 08:39 am IST

Joe Biden completes a round of radiation therapy for prostate cancer

In May, Biden's postpresidential office announced that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that it had spread to his bones.
Published on Oct 23, 2025 10:34 am IST

Joe Biden health update: What is radiation therapy and how does it treat cancer?

Joe Biden health update: What is radiation therapy and how does it treat cancer? (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
Published on Oct 12, 2025 01:20 pm IST

Joe Biden begins five-week radiation therapy for aggressive prostate cancer

Former US President Joe Biden has started five-week radiation therapy for aggressive prostate cancer.
Published on Oct 11, 2025 11:36 pm IST

Joe Biden begins five-week radiation treatment for cancer | Key updates

Biden's treatment will reportedly span five weeks.
Updated on Oct 12, 2025 05:14 am IST

AIIMS-Bathinda eyes CSR funds to set up proton beam therapy for cancer treatment

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Published on Apr 15, 2025 07:24 am IST

Some early breast cancers may not need surgery after chemotherapy: New study

No surgery, no recurrence: A new breast cancer treatment shocks researchers!
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 06:32 pm IST

Cancer patients beware: These radiation therapy myths could cost you

Is Radiation Therapy Safe? An Expert Clears Up the Biggest Misconceptions.
Updated on Feb 11, 2025 01:34 pm IST

5 things you didn’t know about radiation therapy in cancer

Is Radiation Therapy Safe? Experts Break Down the Pros and Cons
Updated on Feb 10, 2025 05:25 pm IST

Blood cancer medication makes radiation therapy on brain tumours more effective

Blood cancer medication makes radiation therapy on brain tumours more effective, study reveals how
Published on Jul 20, 2024 05:29 pm IST

Role of radiotherapy intent in cancer care: Oncologist explains

“Radiotherapy is an essential treatment modality in cancer care. It employs high-energy X-ray beams to target and destroy cancer cells," said Dr Prashant Nayak.
Published on Jul 19, 2024 09:58 am IST

Radiation therapy journey: Essential tips for cancer patients

Radiation therapy tips: Ways to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients
Published on Jul 01, 2024 08:52 pm IST

How precision radiation treatment supports in lung cancer: Research

In this study, the researchers showed that that the low-dose radiation bath was not associated with excess secondary cancers, long-term toxicity or survival with long-term follow-up.
Published on Jun 30, 2024 01:21 pm IST

AIIMS Bathinda introduces stereotactic radiosurgery, a painless, non-invasive cancer treatment

Newly inducted stereotactic radiosurgery equipment at AIIMS, Bathinda. (Sanjeev Kumar /HT)
Updated on Apr 06, 2024 08:40 am IST

A new way to treat brain tumours is a sign of how the field of surgery has trans

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New Delhi: A demonstration of ZAP - X gyroscopic radiosurgery platform, after its unveiling at the Indraprastha Apollo hospital, in New Delhi, Friday, March 8, 2024. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav) (PTI03_08_2024_000341B)
Published on Mar 25, 2024 08:00 am IST

Low-dose radiation therapy may enhance heart function in patients: Study

Dietary salt alternatives can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.
Published on Nov 29, 2023 05:24 pm IST

Chandigarh’s GMCH-32 introduces new cobalt therapy unit for cancer patients

It is cost-effective and efficient for cancer treatment, particularly in areas with limited resources or infrastructure for advanced radiation therapy. (HT File)
Updated on Nov 06, 2023 06:16 am IST

Soon, Tata Memorial hosp in Kharghar to offer proton therapy for paediatric cancer patients

Soon, Tata Memorial hosp in Kharghar to offer proton therapy for paediatric cancer patients
Updated on Nov 02, 2023 08:20 am IST

How high-dose radiation can treat older patients with inoperable kidney tumors

How high-dose radiation can treat older patients with inoperable kidney tumors: Study
Published on Oct 02, 2023 05:23 pm IST

Pune hospital to get high-end Cyberknife equipment to treat cancer patients

In the first-of-its-kind treatment facility for tumour patients, Ruby Hall Clinic (RHC) will start using the robot radiotherapy machine Cyberknife in August (HT FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 12, 2023 11:43 pm IST

Shannen Doherty shares behind-the-scenes video before head tumour surgery

Shannen Doherty is battling stage 4 of her breast cancer (theshando/Instagram)
Published on Jun 15, 2023 08:25 am IST

‘Fear is obvious’: Shannen Doherty shares throwback video of cancer treatment

Shannen Doherty participates in Fox's "BH90210" panel at the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour on Aug. 7, 2019, in Beverly Hills
Published on Jun 15, 2023 08:03 am IST

How antibacterial treatment helps in skin problem caused by radiation therapy

Has antibacterial and antifungal properties: This powerful ingredient helps fight fungal infections. It has anti-bacterial properties which may decrease acne-causing bacteria on the skin.
Published on May 07, 2023 12:34 pm IST

Tapping into the many tales of Dr Ernest Borges Road

Writer Jerry Pinto interacts with daughter of Dr Ernest Borges, Renee Maria Borges, an Indian evolutionary biologist and professor at the Centre for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science, as they walks down memory on Dr E Borges Road in Parel, Mumbai. (ANSHUMAN POYREKAR / HT PHOTO)
Updated on Sept 19, 2025 12:09 am IST

Cancer treatment: Here's how to take care of hair after chemotherapy, radiation

Cancer treatment: Here's how to take care of hair after chemotherapy, radiation
Updated on Feb 09, 2023 02:45 pm IST

Cancer treatment: Can stem cell transplants fight cancer?

Cancer treatment: Can stem cell transplants fight cancer?
Updated on Feb 03, 2023 08:50 am IST

Gene abnormalities influence radiation resistance: Study

Gene abnormalities influence radiation resistance: Study
Published on Oct 23, 2022 03:06 pm IST

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: How can women with breast cancer conceive?

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: How can women with breast cancer conceive?
Published on Oct 14, 2022 08:33 pm IST