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From Genes to Prognosis: New and impactful tools for lung cancer treatment and diagnosis

We have witnessed immense progress for lung cancer, such as screening, minimally invasive techniques for diagnosis and most important personalised customised treatment, in particular, the advances in new targeted therapies and new immunotherapies. These new treatments are reflected in the improved survival rates for patients. Next Generation Sequencing and Precision…

The Times of India

Understanding Nursing Specializations: How Nursing Students Can Choose Their Field

Are you a nursing student? It's such an exciting time as you learn how to provide essential healthcare to other humans.

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Doctors at American Oncology Institute in Vijayawada give new lease of life to two-year-old

A two-year-old baby diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) was successfully treated by doctors at the American Oncology Institute in Vijayawada. After initial evaluations revealed an alarmingly high WBC, low platelet count, and anaemia, intensive chemotherapy was administered. Within one month, the disease was under control and complete remission was…

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US-based foundation to support setting up of Centre for Computational Oncology at IISc

PHP to support IISc's Centre for Computational Oncology with $1M over 7yrs. Centre to foster research in cancer progression, metastasis, and tumor relapse to improve patient outcomes. Centre to nurture future leaders in computational oncology in India. Partnership facilitated by IISc Foundation in USA. PHP to contribute to fight against…

The Hindu

Experts discuss cancer research at JSS AHER conference

ICGEC-2023: Int'l Conf. on Genetics & Epigenetics of Cancer held at JSS Medical College-JSS AHER. Chief guest Dr. Murugesan Manoharan, Chief & Dir., Urologic Oncology & Robotic Urologic Surgery, Miami Cancer Institute, US. 600 delegates from 13 states, 18 resource persons from prestigious institutions. Dr. Surinder Singh, Pro-chancellor, JSS AHER,…

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Merck & Co. (MRK) Q3 Earnings Assessment: Is the Pharma Stock a Buy or Sell?

In the wake of Merck & Co.'s (MRK) better-than-expected fiscal third-quarter showing and the enigmatic potential hinted at by its clinical successes, is this pharmaceutical powerhouse a hidden gem for investors? Let's find out.

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KIMS to provide oncology services in Ongole of Andhra Pradesh soon

KIMS, known for providing speciality health services, will soon offer cancer treatment.

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Doctors are being sexually harassed at work. This needs to stop

Dominique Lee was training in radiation oncology when she was invited to join her supervisor to discuss a training opportunity. Instead, she was drugged and sexually assaulted.

The Conversation

KLE Cancer Hospital in Belagavi achieves a milestone

KLE Cancer Hospital in Belagavi has achieved a milestone with successful completion of its first patient treatment using HYPERARC-FSRS technique. The procedure was completed in just five minutes, compared to 45-60 minutes for Gamma Knife/Cyberknife SRS. Prabhakar Kore, Nitin Gangane, V.D. Patil, N.M. Mahanthshetti, and Col. Dayananda congratulated the hospital.…

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Health: Genetics helps explain childhood cancer, Read full report

The findings, which will help with genetic counselling, testing, and the implementation of personalised cancer screening and preventive programmes, were published in The Lancet Oncology. Read further on Dynamite News

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Government sets up three-member committee to probe Kidwai irregularities

The State government has on Wednesday set up a three-member committee headed by Arundathi Chandrashekar, Commissioner of Treasuries, to probe allegations of large-scale irregularities in the State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology.

The Hindu

Work starts on Maitland Private Hospital's $13m expansion

Mental health and oncology services will expand.

Newcastle Herald

Siddaramaiah orders probe into alleged irregularities in Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology

Following allegations of large-scale irregularities in the State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KIMIO), Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ordered a probe by a team of senior officials, including IAS officers from the departments of Cooperation and Finance. The team has been asked to submit its report in two weeks. An…

The Hindu

GPs ignoring cancer warning signs in young people, says UK oncology expert

Lack of awareness blamed for many patients being sent for psychological therapy instead of screenings

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VILPA, the technique that will slash your risk of having cancer

A recent study published in JAMA Oncology suggests that engaging in just four to five minutes of "vigorous physical activity" can significantly reduce the risk of cancer among individuals who have previously been inactive.

The Hindu

Thrissur native P.D. Sheena becomes Major General of MNS

Maj. Gen. Sheena was commissioned to the Military Nursing Service (MNS) in the year 1985. She specialised in Oncology Nursing from the prestigious TATA Memorial Hospital Mumbai, in 1994, and served as Nurse Oncologist for 20 years in different Armed Forces Hospitals

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Eye Cancer Specialists Fly To Kenya For Global Confab

Israeli ophthalmologists organize international conference of ocular oncologists to promote equity in global eyecare

The Hindu

Survey finds gaps in specialised paediatric oncology care at all tertiary hospitals in India

The survey notes that dedicated paediatric oncology departments are available at 41.6% of the publicly managed tertiary-level hospitals.

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CME on lymphoma and laryngectomy at Kidwai

As part of its golden jubilee celebrations, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is conducting a continuing medical education workshop on lymphoma changing trends on September 2

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Government to probe allegations of issuing pre-dated work order for PET-CT equipment project at Kidwai

An alleged pre-dated work order issued for the development, operation, maintenance and management of Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography equipment under a public-private partnership at the State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is being scrutinised

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A Hidden AI Stock to Add to Your Portfolio

Many AI techniques are already being used in healthcare, where the highest degree of accuracy is required. One such area is oncology testing and the cancer research programs of Guardant Health.

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An experiment to switch from tobacco to sandalwood farming

At a time when efforts were underway to identify a suitable alternative crop for tobacco, which is linked to cancer and cardiovascular diseases among other ailments, Antardhwani, an independent think tank of HCG-Bharat Hospital and Institute of Oncology (BHIO), is steering a project under which tobacco farmers had switched to…

The Hindu

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology turns 50, but authorities barely aware of milestone

The Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO), a regional cancer hospital that has been recognized as a Center of Excellence in Oncology, turns 50 on June 26.

The Hindu

Madras Medical Mission sets up Surgical Oncology Department

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New trials show increased survival rates for a range of cancers

A roundup of some of the most promising announcements at a meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.

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