oncology

Fungi and cancerous tumours: Scientists uncover association

Posted in Medicine on 14th Oct, 2022
by Alex Muller

Scientists have uncovered an association between tumours and fungi, which may lead to a deeper understanding towards the biology of certain cancers.

Cancer death rates continue to fall, driven by new treatments and improved screening

Posted in Medicine on 14th Oct, 2022
by Alex Muller

There are more cancer survivors in the U.S. than ever before, thanks to advances in cancer research.

400 people in UK diagnosed with preventable cancer every day, data shows

Posted in Medicine, Science on 29th Sep, 2022
by Alex Muller

Experts say healthy lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking and eating more vegetables can lower risk.

Scientists identify immune targets for chemotherapy-resistant breast cancers

Posted in Medicine, Science on 29th Sep, 2022
by Alex Muller

Scientists have identified immune cell types that could be targeted to develop specific immunotherapies in chemotherapy-resistant breast cancers.

New targeted lung cancer screening programme on the horizon

Posted in Medicine, Science on 29th Sep, 2022
by Alex Muller

The UK National Screening Committee has recommended introducing a targeted lung cancer screening programme across the UK, for those at high risk of the disease. This has the potential to greatly improve early diagnosis of lung cancer.