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Could Bats Hold The Key To Beating Cancer?

Bats are exceptional among mammals for not only their ability to fly but also their long lives.

Zenger

Melanoma expert 'patient zero' in brain cancer fight

A leading pathologist fighting incurable brain cancer has trialled a personalised vaccine that could become the new frontier in treating the disease.

AAP

Amy Dowden and Stacey Solomon lead Nicky Newman tributes after influencer dies of breast cancer

Newman’s passing was announced on Monday on Instagram in a statement written by the influencer and cancer campaigner prior to her death

Evening Standard

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Stacey Solomon and Amy Dowden lead tributes to cancer campaigner Nicky Newman who has died aged 35

Nicky Newman, known for her positive messaging and catchphrase ‘Go and grab life’, was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer five and half years ago

The Independent UK

Breakthrough Prizes 2024 winners include innovative cancer treatment

French and Canadian scientist Michel Sadelain was announced as a winner of the prestigious Breakthrough Prize for his pioneering work in CAR T-cell therapy

The Hindu

The Big C-omedy Night: Joe Lycett, Kerry Godliman and more head to Hackney Empire in aid of cancer

All proceeds from the comedy night at the Hackney Empire will go to a breast cancer unit in Essex

Evening Standard

Tests that diagnose diseases are less reliable than you’d expect. Here’s why

You feel unwell, and visit your doctor. They ask some questions and take some blood for testing; a few days later they call to say you have been diagnosed with a disease.

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The 'old person' disease killing as many kids as cancer

Overshadowed by its old-age equivalent, childhood dementia receives little attention, but it has a growing and deadly effect on the kids who suffer from it.

AAP

Cancer care experience at UK’s Markey Center changes occupational mindset

The impact of cancer care can be seen in a variety of ways. Sometimes it changes one’s whole approach to a future vocation.

WEKU

Are We Losing the War on Cancer?

For half a century, we have thrown everything we have at the disease, but we are no closer to curing it

The Walrus

Jonnie Irwin shares ‘frustration’ as terminal cancer is ‘on the move’

Jonnie Irwin has shared how “frustrated” he feels amid his terminal cancer battle.

Evening Standard

‘Forever chemical’ exposure linked to higher cancer odds in women

New research finds evidence that exposure to PFAS and phenols increases odds of certain ‘hormonally driven’ cancers for women

The Guardian - US

‘These patients do not have time’: families in UK demand access to new drug that slows brain tumours

Vorasidenib worked in trials but is not yet available on the NHS

The Guardian - UK

Reporters Without Orders Ep 288: Cervical cancer in Mizoram, protests for tribal status

This week, host Basant Kumar is joined by The Quint’s Himanshi Dahiya and independent journalist Anand Dutta.

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The Guardian - UK

‘Dire need’ for labels on alcohol and ads about unhealthy eating to cut avoidable cancers

Health campaigners call for hard-hitting messages about risks of drinking and of being overweight

The Independent UK

Mother who beat colon cancer twice shares symptoms doctors ignored

‘Being your own advocate doesn’t mean you are a disgruntled patient’

Evening Standard

Chris Evans inundated with support as he unveils scar after skin cancer surgery

Chris Evans has given fans an update on his health after revealing his skin cancer battle last month on his Virgin Radio show.

The Independent UK

Terminally ill mum who had donor baby asks brother to raise daughter, two

Doctors have told single mum Emma Postance, 42, she could have just two years to live

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The Independent UK

Chris Evans celebrates successful melanoma surgery after skin cancer diagnosis

Radio DJ has shared the latest about his health journey following his announcement in August

Newcastle Herald

Milestone for Newcastle's palliative pioneers

Meet the remarkable individuals behind Newcastle's most compassionate and crucial service.

The Independent UK

Maddy Anholt dies aged 35 after ‘aggressive’ brain cancer diagnosis

Women’s Aid said the charity was ‘devastated’ by the death of its ambassador.

The Independent UK

More at-risk patients can now get tested for ovarian cancer

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence said those eligible for genetic testing include people who have had certain cancers, or whose relatives have breast or ovarian cancer

The Guardian - UK

Consumer genetic test results ‘causing unnecessary breast cancer alarm’

Women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene variants may be told of higher cancer risk without accounting for family history

The Independent UK

Thousands of patients at risk of developing ovarian cancer could get tests

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence said it hopes to raise awareness of high-risk genes with the new measures.

The Canberra Times

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