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Chemotherapy can be a challenging treatment – here’s how to deal with some of the side-effects

Chemotherapy is powerful cancer medication – but it can also be a very challenging treatment. It works by killing fast-growing cancer cells but kills healthy cells too, so it’s important to know how to care for your body during and after therapy.

The Conversation

Basketball Legend Dikembe Mutombo Dies at 58

The NBA announced Mutombo passed away due to brain cancer on Monday.

Sports Illustrated

Black prostate cancer survivor didn’t take risk seriously as GP said he was ‘more likely to be hit by bus’ than die

Research shows 69 per cent of Black adults are unaware that Black men face a twofold increased risk of developing prostate cancer in their lifetime

The Independent UK

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Handheld scanner could transform cancer and arthritis diagnosis – study

The device can generate highly detailed 3D images in just seconds, researchers say.

The Independent UK

Utah mom with terminal cancer plans her own funeral after three month diagnosis

‘3 months to spend with my babies and loved ones’

The Independent UK

John Ashton death: Beverly Hills Cop actor dies aged 76 after battle with cancer

As well as playing Detective Sergeant John Taggart in the Beverly Hills Cop films, Ashton was known for his roles in ‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ and ‘Midnight Run’

The Independent UK

Hospital clowns bring joy to young Ukrainian cancer patients who survived Russian missile attack

Two months after Russia bombed Ukraine's largest children's hospital, some of the young cancer patients who survived the strike are having their spirits bolstered by hospital clowns

The Independent UK

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Madonna’s stepmother Joan Ciccone dies after ‘aggressive cancer’ at age 81

Madonna’s father married Joan Ciccone in 1966

The Independent UK

James Middleton Gives a Rare Update on Sister Kate’s Cancer Battle

The royal sibling said Princess Kate is "getting all the right support."

Marie Claire

TikTok ‘sunburning’ hack won’t heal your acne – but it may put you at risk of skin cancer

Social media is full of questionable advice. But one of the latest skincare hacks some users are sharing online is seriously worrying. Some content creators on TikTok are claiming that getting a sunburn or spending time in a tanning bed will help get rid of acne.

The Conversation

Majority of black people think racism played role in failure to test for prostate cancer

Survey findings are despite black men being twice as likely to develop the disease than overall population

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle CEO Darren Eales to step down after blood cancer diagnosis

Darren Eales will remain as Newcastle’s chief executive till a successor is appointed but said he needs to prioritise his health and family

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle chief executive to step down after cancer diagnosis

Darren Eales will continue to lead the executive team at the club until a successor is appointed

The Independent UK

Princess of Wales Kate attends ‘inspiring’ ballet show as cancer recovery continues

Kate attended the English National Ballet’s matinee show of Giselle at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London

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Access to a GP can make all the difference in surviving lung cancer – and that is a problem for Māori

Surviving lung cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand could depend on whether you can access a GP – raising questions about equity in the country’s health system.

The Independent UK

Nicola Sturgeon leads support for Janey Godley as comedian announces she’s receiving ‘end-of-life care’

The comedian announced her ovarian cancer diagnosis in November 2021

The Independent UK

Hollyoaks actor Jennifer Metcalfe reveals personal connection to Mercedes devastating cancer storyline

New episodes see character Mercedes McQueen deal with saddening news

The Guardian - UK

Majority of black people think racism played role in failure to test for prostate cancer

Survey findings are despite black men being twice as likely to develop the disease than overall population

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Dead Daisies guitarist Doug Aldrich diagnosed with throat cancer

Former Whitesnake, Dio and Revolution Saints guitarist Doug Aldrich will be replaced for upcoming Dead Daisies shows in Europe

LiveScience

New self-swab HPV test is an alternative to Pap smears. Here's how it works.

There's a new way to screen for high-risk HPV, a viral infection that can lead to cervical cancer. This alternative method of collecting samples for cervical cancer screening doesn't require a speculum.

The National (Scotland)

Janey Godley flooded with tribute messages as she confirms end-of-life care

SCOTTISH comedian Janey Godley has been flooded with thousands of tribute messages after announcing she is now receiving end-of-life care following…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish comedian Janey Godley reveals she is in end-of-life care for cancer

JANEY Godley is now in end-of-life care – with former first minister Nicola Sturgeon among those to send their love to the Scottish comedian.

The Guardian - UK

As a doctor, I’m no apologist for Wes Streeting – but here’s where he’s right about the NHS

NHS ‘senior sources’ blasted the health secretary for admitting the service is broken. I applaud him for telling the truth, says palliative care doctor Rachel Clarke

The Guardian - UK

Pressure mounts on publisher of Economist over ties to tobacco

Exclusive: Experts pull out of health conferences run by Economist Impact after revelations of commercial links

Marie Claire

Queen Camilla's son just shared a rare update on King Charles' cancer

He also spoke about how his mum is dealing with it

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