Your doctor took a biopsy of a funny-looking mole on the back of your left hand. Now you’re in their office for the pathology report. They confirm what you feared: melanoma. Instantly, you feel the blood drain from your face and your heart pounding. Before you surrender to full-blown panic, ask a crucial question. “Are…

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AMSTERDAM — A concerning trend has been uncovered in the approval of cancer drugs by the European Medicines Agency (EMA). Dutch researchers found that many of these drugs approved between 1995 and 2020, especially those fast-tracked through expedited approval processes, fail to show significant added benefits for patients. This revelation comes amid rising global spending…

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Have you ever wondered why some cancer treatments work for some patients but not for others? This question lies at the heart of a new study conducted by researchers at Purdue University. They’ve embarked on a mission to unlock the mysteries of chemoresistance — the phenomenon where cancer patients’ bodies resist…

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BELLINGHAM, Wash. — It’s no secret how crucial early detection is in the battle against cancer. However, that’s much easier said than done for many forms of the disease. That challenge is the driving force behind an innovative study by researchers from the University of Nottingham, who have developed a low-cost imaging device that may…

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Have you ever considered how the vitamins in your food might affect your health beyond just keeping you healthy? Researchers from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine are shedding light on how vitamin B6, found in foods like chicken, fish, and bananas, interacts with pancreatic cancer. While vitamin B6 may…

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BLACKSBURG, Va. — Cancer is a major concern for dog owners, especially as their furry companions get older. Nearly half of all dogs over the age of 10 are likely to develop some form of cancer, making early detection key to keeping our pets disease-free into their senior years. With at in mind, researchers at…

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COLCHESTER, United Kingdom — A woman who says she’s survived skin cancer twice due to her use of sunbeds has introduced a fake tanning product to advocate for “safe tanning.” At the age of 42, Lisa Costello unveiled the fake tan mousse product after she “learned the hard way” about the dangers of tanning beds.…

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RICHMOND, Va. — Ovarian cancer can be devilishly tricky to diagnose in its early stages when treatment is most effective. That’s because the symptoms—bloating, constipation, back pain—are maddeningly vague and resemble far more common problems. Scientists are now on the verge of making early detection of ovarian cancer much simpler thanks to a urine test under…

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A five-dollar circuit board could hold the key to near-instantaneous breast cancer screenings. Scientists say a new handheld device is capable of testing for breast cancer in less than five seconds using just a small sample of saliva. This portable device is not only remarkably quick and user-friendly but also highly cost-effective.…

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OTTAWA, Ontario — Researchers at the University of Ottawa may have uncovered an unexpected yet powerful weapon against advanced colorectal cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease often called a “silent killer.” Their study reveals that the experimental drug vanoxerine, originally developed to treat cocaine addiction, could help fight this aggressive cancer. Vanoxerine…

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DARWIN, Australia — Could cannabis cure cancer? Researchers believe a revolutionary new skin cancer treatment is on the horizon. A cannabis extract has been found to significantly slow down the growth of melanoma cells and increase their death rates. The research from Charles Darwin University (CDU) and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) scientists…

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STOCKHOLM, Sweden — In a surprise announcement, British officials revealed that King Charles III has cancer. While the exact type and stage of the disease were not disclosed in the Feb. 5 statement, the condition was reportedly discovered while the 75-year-old monarch was undergoing a separate procedure for an enlarged prostate. The news comes as…

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MANCHESTER, United Kingdom — A cancer-stricken young girl with “no hope” of recovery has been saved after doctors gave her a stem cell transplant using blood from a newborn baby’s umbilical cord. Eight-year-old Sarah Marica received the experimental treatment when chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant failed to cure her acute myeloid leukemia (AML). She…

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SAPPORO, Japan — Cancer cells are notorious for their ability to evade the immune system, which is what makes treating the disease so difficult. However, these cancer cells may have finally met their match thanks to a novel technology designed to make them visible to the body’s defenses. The groundbreaking study by researchers in Japan…

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WILFORD, United Kingdom — A mother praises her dog as her “little lifesaver” for helping in the early detection of her breast cancer. Trisha Allison says that while relaxing on the couch and watching TV one morning, her dog Luna unexpectedly jumped onto her, inadvertently pressing against her right breast. Luna, a two-year-old collie and…

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PHILADELPHIA — Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy is an innovative form of cancer treatment. It actually changes a patient’s T-cells (immune cells) so that they can find and destroy cancer cells. Since its approval in 2017, the therapy has already helped thousands of cancer patients back to health. Now, a promising new report by…

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BOSTON — Losing weight, in many contexts, is a positive. Whether looking to slim down for the summer or find a few hidden abs, weight loss routinely ranks among the most common goals people work toward, usually through a mix of dieting and exercise. However, if you’ve been losing weight without even trying lately, a…

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BARCELONA, Spain — A game-changing treatment to combat bladder cancer is on the horizon. Using tiny, self-propelled nanorobots, an international team of researchers was able to reduce bladder tumors by 90 percent with just a single dose. Bladder cancer, one of the most common tumors in men, poses a significant health challenge due to its…

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NEWTON, Mass. — A new study has identified over 900 chemicals in food, beverages, and consumer products that have a link to breast cancer. Scientists have developed an expedited method for predicting which chemicals are likely to cause the disease to develop, focusing on specific characteristics. These characteristics include chemicals that induce tumors in animals,…

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ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Immune-based treatments have been very effective for many people dealing with cancer, but these approaches to destroying tumors may also cause severe gastrointestinal issues, a new study reveals. The factors driving these side-effects have remained a mystery, until now. Researchers from the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have discovered the…

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — An innovative new lung cancer test that deliver nanoparticle sensors into the lungs could significantly aid in early detection of the disease. The test involves patients using an inhaler or nebulizer to activate the sensors, which then produce detectable DNA barcodes in urine to signal the presence of cancer. The groundbreaking research,…

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WASHINGTON — Scientists are issuing a dire new warning after cancer-causing heavy metals were found in children’s foods. Two new studies from Michigan State University are shedding light on the correlation between heavy metals in food and serious health ailments, warning the issue has “taken on new urgency.” The studies arrive in the wake of alarming…

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — The new year is bringing new hope in the battle against cancer. Researchers at the University of California-Riverside have developed a novel method to control a notorious protein, MYC, which plays a pivotal role in the progression of three in four human cancer cases. MYC, a protein without a defined shape, is…

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ULSAN, South Korea — South Korean researchers from the Ulsan Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) have developed a cutting-edge method to treat cancer using tiny, specialized devices called “nanodrones.” These revolutionary nanodrones are engineered to specifically target and destroy cancer cells. To understand this, we first need to know about Natural Killer (NK) cells. NK…

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ABERDEEN, Scotland — Kirstin Smith noticed something peculiar while watching her three-year-old son, Cian, play with his toys. When the TV glare reflected in his eyes, she could see a “cloudy spot” with a “white glow.” Concerned, she immediately consulted her neighbor, a general practitioner, who advised her to have Cian’s eyes examined by an…

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URBANA, Ill. — New imaging technology, inspired by butterflies, can distinguish between normal and cancerous cells with 99 percent accuracy, researchers say. This breakthrough, led by researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, found that cancerous cells can be identified by their unique fluorescence in the UV spectrum. The stimulus for this technology came from…

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BERGEN, Norway — A concerning new study reveals a potential link between gene changes early in life and severe breast cancer risk. Scientists from the University of Bergen are investigating a novel area — epimutations — which involves alterations in how our genes are activated or deactivated, rather than changes to the genes themselves. Investigators explored…

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CLEVELAND — Common diabetes medications may provide a surprising additional benefit — reducing the risk of colorectal cancer. Scientists at Case Western Reserve University are advocating for clinical trials to verify if these drugs, which include the popular weight loss drug semaglutide, can prevent this deadly form of cancer. The study, published in JAMA Oncology,…

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HOUSTON — Beans may be small, but they make a massive difference in our stomachs. Adding navy beans to the diets of colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors can pay serious health dividends in the long run, according to researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Study authors explain that simply eating more beans…

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Cancer can be a terrifying word, but knowledge can be a powerful weapon in stopping or preventing the disease. Screening and early detection of cancer go hand in hand. Screening refers to tests and exams used to find a disease in people who do not have any symptoms. Early detection means finding and diagnosing a…

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CHICAGO — Artificial Intelligence (AI) might play a vital role in identifying non-smokers who are at risk of developing lung cancer, according to new research. Scientists employed an AI model to assess the risk of lung cancer in non-smokers by analyzing a single chest X-ray. Their findings show that this model accurately pinpointed about 30…

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NEW DELHI, India — Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but they’re also cancer’s worst nightmare. Scientists say “nanodiamonds” have the ability to stop the spread of cancer, making tumors much easier to treat. These tiny diamonds are composed of carbon nanoparticles which are just two to eight nanometers in size. Scientists in India used…

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LOS ANGELES — Artificial intelligence (AI) can predict the survival chances of cancer patients with a high degree of accuracy, according to a new study. Scientists have created an AI model capable of forecasting the survival outcomes for patients with various cancer types. By analyzing gene expression patterns of epigenetic factors — which affect gene…

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CHICAGO — Eating red meat and consuming dairy might aid in cancer prevention, a surprising new study reveals. Researchers found that trans-vaccenic acid (TVA), a fatty acid in beef, lamb, and dairy, enhances the ability of immune cells to combat tumors. This study also indicates that higher TVA levels in the blood correlate with better…

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PHILADELPHIA — Mailing in your stool may not be the best way to screen for colorectal cancer. Scientists from the Dallas-based Parkland Health system found that more than 10 percent of fecal immunochemical tests (FIT) used for routine colorectal cancer (CRC) screening produced unsatisfactory samples that could not be processed. FIT is a self-collected test that detects…

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BRISTOL, United Kingdom — Consuming a high amount of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may lead to an increased risk of mouth and throat cancers, a new study warns. The research, which analyzed the dietary habits and lifestyles of nearly half a million individuals over more than a decade, finds that those who ingested more UPFs were…

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NAGOYA, Japan — A breakthrough in the early detection of ovarian cancer, often referred to as the ‘silent killer,’ could soon be possible due to the discovery of three key proteins. Researchers captured these proteins using nanowires coated with a specialized chemical, offering hope for an early diagnostic tool and potentially revolutionizing the treatment of…

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Non-cancerous breast conditions are far more common than breast cancer among women. Twenty percent of breast biopsies come back with a diagnosis of cancer. Look at it this way – there are hundreds of thousands of women with breast conditions that are not biopsied because they are not likely to be cancer. Add them to…

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NEW YORK — Cancer often lurks silently, showing no symptoms until it reaches an advanced, difficult-to-treat stage. Ovarian and gastroesophageal cancers, in particular, are notorious for their elusive progression, frequently leading to late-stage diagnoses. To combat this, an international team of researchers has developed a highly sensitive blood test that holds promise for early cancer detection.…

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SYDNEY, Australia — A cutting-edge blood test might finally be able to detect pancreatic cancer. The highly aggressive disease is often diagnosed late because its early stages do not exhibit specific symptoms. Most patients receive a diagnosis only when the cancer has already advanced and started affecting nearby organs. Over 64,000 Americans have been diagnosed with…

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SEOUL, South Korea — Artificial intelligence (AI) may outperform humans in screening for lung cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease. A high-performance machine learning tool demonstrated increased sensitivity, meaning it was much less likely to overlook cases requiring immediate intervention. The tool also improved radiologists’ performance in detecting tumors on chest X-rays and…

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NEW YORK — Does a popular diabetes drug actually help fight cancer, or is it just a myth? Researchers from Columbia University Irving Medical Center are finally shedding some much-needed light on the effect of the drug metformin on various forms of cancer. While it’s typically a prescription for patients with diabetes or prediabetes, study…

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LISBON, Portugal — Scientists are sounding the alarm that breast cancer patients are being pushed out of the workforce and into homelessness, underscoring the urgent need for new labor laws. Researchers in Europe highlight that while advanced breast cancer (ABC) is often incurable, many individuals live with the disease for years and could continue working if…

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ADELAIDE, Australia — A decades-old anti-anxiety drug can improve the survival chances of those suffering from glioblastoma — an aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. That’s according to researchers from Flinders University, who found how cerebrospinal fluid, the clear and colorless liquid that surrounds and protects the brain, affects the efficacy of brain cancer treatments.…

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Researchers have discovered a dangerous link between obesity in male teenagers and over a dozen forms of cancer. A team from the University of Gothenburg reveals young adults who are overweight when they’re 18 years-old have a significantly higher risk of developing 17 different types of cancer later in life. The research…

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OAK BROOK, Ill. – A world-first study has concluded that annual screenings for lung cancer can significantly increase survival chances — especially among smokers. Researchers from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York conducted a study over 20 years and discovered that diagnoses made through annual low-dose CT scans resulted in a survival rate of 81…

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Both obesity and Type 2 diabetes have been risk factors for pancreatic cancer for some time, according to past studies. Now, researchers from the University of British Columbia are offering up the first detailed explanation as to why. Scientists have uncovered a direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer.…

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DENVER, Colo. — While Bob Barker was hosting “The Price is Right,” he always reminded the audience at the end of the show to spay and neuter their pets. However, is sterilizing your dog actually harmful to their health? Researchers at the Morris Animal Foundation have uncovered a potential connection between canine sterilization and the…

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MUNICH, Germany — In an encouraging development for cancer prevention, aspirin, the common drug known for easing headaches and reducing fevers, has stepped into the spotlight for its potential role in warding off colorectal cancer (CRC). This form of the disease currently ranks as the third most diagnosed cancer globally. Colorectal cancer affects millions each…

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LONDON — Multivitamins could increase the risk of cancer by as much as 30 percent and should carry a health warning, a doctor from a British charity warns. The controversial suggestion goes against the widely-held belief that taking multivitamins could help boost health by ensuring people receive adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals each day.…

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