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Blood test can help detect this rare cancer

15 Aug 2018 9:19 AM IST

Experts warn 9/11 firefighters have much higher risk of cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

New delivery methods can combat cancer

Scientists showed that specialized nucleic acid-based nanostructures could be used to target cancer cells while...

14 Aug 2018 9:37 AM IST

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists discover how to target 'undruggable cancers' which affect...

Scientists say that the cancers they hope to treat are particularly stubborn thanks to mutations that make cells grow...

14 Aug 2018 9:24 AM IST

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Link between palliative care and suicide risk in cancer patients

Several medical societies recommend palliative care for all patients with advanced stage lung cancer.

12 Aug 2018 11:42 AM IST

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This blood test may predict kidney cancer risk 5 years in advance

Early detection of kidney cancer can be lifesaving.

12 Aug 2018 9:26 AM IST

Bone degeneration in rheumatoid arthritis is caused by hyperactivity of certain bone cells called osteoclasts, which absorb bone tissue. (Photo: Pixabay)

Osteoporosis drugs tied to lower fracture risk and health costs

More than one-third of women prescribed bisphosphonates never fill their first prescription.

11 Aug 2018 2:05 PM IST

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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia patients at higher risk of melanoma

Here is what a new study has found.

10 Aug 2018 11:30 AM IST

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Cervical cancer screening without Pap test OK for some women

The new guidelines also recognize that risks and benefits of cervical cancer screening change as women age.

22 Aug 2018 6:52 PM IST

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Major breakthrough: Scientists develop drug that prevents weight

If the pill does become effective, it will help reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and even dementia.

22 Aug 2018 11:33 AM IST

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Breakthrough for ovarian cancer patients: Half of women in trial...

Research, lead by team at Institute of Cancer Research in London and Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, said the...

22 Aug 2018 10:25 AM IST

Experts warn 9/11 firefighters have much higher risk of cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Kids whose parents fought cancer have lower grades, earn less as...

According to the post study analysis, one in three people will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives.

21 Aug 2018 10:50 AM IST

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Novel blood test detects 95 per cent of cancers at any stage of...

Scientists hope that the new diagnosis method will allow patients to receive tailored treatments.

21 Aug 2018 9:42 AM IST