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A toxic, avoidable PPE scandal at the heart of the NHS

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As The Independent reports on thousands of cancer nurses left exposed to dangerous chemicals linked to miscarriages and infertility, it is beyond belief that this state of affairs is allowed to persist

The Independent UK

NHS cancer nurses exposed to toxic chemicals linked to miscarriage due to inadequate PPE

Exclusive: Thousands of healthcare workers who administer toxic drugs such as chemotherapy are routinely provided with just a plastic apron and gloves as protection, The Independent can reveal

The Independent UK

Promising drug found to double survival rate for advanced pancreatic cancer patients

Survival time almost doubled among advanced cancer patients after taking new drug

The Independent UK

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The NHS Just Changed Cancer Care Forever With a 1-Minute Injection

NHS rolls out 1-minute cancer immunotherapy jab, cutting treatment time and improving efficiency for thousands of patients across England.

International Business Times UK

Thousands of cancer patients in England to benefit from new immunotherapy jab

Injectable pembrolizumab can treat several types of cancer and can be administered in under two minutes

The Guardian - UK

Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted celebrates all clear from throat cancer

Ex-Metallica man Jason Newsted "free and clear" of cancer after intensive treatment

Metal Hammer

Veteran battling stage 4 colon cancer says he was denied healthcare treatment by VA over his income

The VA determines whether veterans are eligible for medical coverage, in part, by looking at their income

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NHS approves new treatment for aggressive cancer that could triple life expectancy

Also known as Ziihera, the antibody treatment targets a protein called HER2, which stimulates tumour growth. It works by activating the immune system to eliminate cancer cells and reduces HER2 levels

The Independent UK

New pancreatic cancer drug nearly doubles survival time in patients

Pancreatic cancer is the only cancer with a five-year survival rate that’s below 20%

The Independent UK

Department of Health retracts claim sunbeds are as dangerous as smoking

DHSC corrects statements after regulator intervenes as experts say smoking causes far more cancer cases

The Guardian - UK

867-5309: number from 1980s hit song Jenny now routes callers to cancer support

Music’s most famous number is being repurposed to offer resources and support for patients and caregivers

The Guardian - US

A 'vital' new drug for hot flushes is now available: what does this mean for UK women?

Veoza, also known as fezolinetant, was first approved a couple of years ago - and is now available for prescription for those eligible

Woman & Home

Draft rare cancers law offers hope to those with incurable brain tumours

Abi Feltham was diagnosed with a brain tumour in May 2024 and was told she has 15 years to live.

Evening Standard

“These chemicals are not just additives; they may be migrating from the headphones into our body”: Research shows nearly all headphones contain chemicals that are dangerous to human health

And they could be absorbed into your skin via sweat

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The Independent UK

Victims of cancer-linked pregnancy drug to demand public inquiry into ‘silent scandal’

The victims are due to meet with Health Secretary West Streeting on Monday

Evening Standard

London firefighters exposed to toxic chemicals face higher risk of cancer, report warns

Around one in 25 of the firefighters surveyed by the FBU have reported being diagnosed with cancer

The Independent UK

Patients with ‘invisible’ cancer being turned away by doctors

Neuroendocrine cancer impacts more than 6,000 people a year in England

AAP

Financial toll hangs heavy over cancer patients

Australians undergoing cancer treatment are facing out-of-pocket expenses even when accessing the public healthcare system, data reveals.

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The Independent UK

Cancer drugs among nearly 400 medicines at risk of shortage in UK

Exclusive: Drugs to treat stroke and schizophrenia patients could be hit if suppliers no longer see them as commercially viable

Evening Standard

King’s support at Sandringham charity parkrun ‘means the world’

Charles cheered on participants on Saturday morning and chatted with local members of Move Against Cancer’s 5K Your Way group.

The Independent UK

One in four school leavers have higher cancer risk because they skipped this vaccine

A ‘concerning’ number of students are missing out on the crucial HPV vaccines, says health minister

The Independent UK

Study finds no stomach cancer link to long-term acid reflux drugs

Early research on the links was ‘hampered by several methodological limitations’ says researchers

Evening Standard

Scotland first part of UK to approve ‘cutting edge’ treatment for stomach cancer

The Scottish Medicines Consortium has approved zolbetuximab – to be used together with chemotherapy – to treat those with advanced stomach cancer.

The Independent UK

United Airlines technician with Stage 4 cancer fired during chemotherapy session, lawsuit says

Exclusive: ‘No one should have to choose between their health and their livelihood,’ a lawyer for 737 mechanic Hasan Syed told The Independent

The Independent UK

Minnesota jury says Johnson & Johnson owes $65.5 million to woman with cancer who used talcum powder

A Minnesota jury has awarded $65.5 million to a woman who claimed talcum products made by Johnson & Johnson exposed her to asbestos and contributed to her developing mesothelioma

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