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fromWIRED
1 week ago
Public health

An Inventor Is Injecting Bleach Into Cancerous Tumors-and Wants to Bring the Treatment to the US

fromWIRED
1 week ago
Public health

An Inventor Is Injecting Bleach Into Cancerous Tumors-and Wants to Bring the Treatment to the US

Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Jesus Santamaria, the scientist who writes murders, but would settle for slaying cancerous cells in real life

Scientists' analytical skills enable them to commit more sophisticated murders that are harder to solve.
Public health
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Stanford children's hospital in Palo Alto opens new treatment spaces - San Jose Spotlight

New outpatient clinic and infusion center opens at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, featuring six exam rooms and 15 private infusion bays.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Where Are All the AI Drugs?

The desire to stop your own tragedies from happening to someone else may be a strong motivator. However, the process of drug discovery has always been grindingly, gruelingly slow.
Medicine
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago

Weight-loss wonder drug Mounjaro/Zepbound shrinks breast cancer tumors

The anti-obesity medication tirzepatide, marketed as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for obesity, reduced obesity-associated breast cancer growth in a mouse model.
Health
Science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Found: a human gut microbe that makes cancer therapy more effective in mice

A gut bacterium can enhance cancer drug effectiveness by stimulating immune cells in mice, with plans for human trials.
Cancer
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago

Tirzepatide: The weight-loss drug that also shrinks breast tumors in mice

Tirzepatide induces significant weight loss and reduces breast cancer tumor growth in obese mice, suggesting potential anti-cancer benefits of next-generation weight-loss drugs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Atlanta United CEO Garth Lagerwey taking leave after cancer diagnosis

Garth Lagerwey, president and CEO of Atlanta United, is undergoing cancer treatment and taking an indefinite leave of absence.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Maimonides Health opens new interdisciplinary Melanoma Center

The new melanoma center at Maimonides Health integrates services from dermatology, pathology, surgery, and cancer treatment, streamlining care for melanoma patients.
Public health
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

I Was Diagnosed with Incurable Cancer. This Futuristic Treatment Could Save Me.

Patient diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2003, initially given eighteen months to live; twenty-one years later, survival story continues.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Delays in cancer tests and treatment causing 'avoidable deaths', damning report claims

“With every week that passes, the risk increases the cancer will grow or worse will spread to other parts of the body,” stated Dr. Michael McCarthy.
Public health
Health
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Cancer Care in Europe: How to Pick the Right Clinic with Confidence

Choosing a reputable cancer clinic abroad ensures high-quality care and successful treatment outcomes.
#breast-cancer
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

The mutagenic forces shaping the genomes of lung cancer in neversmokers

A multi-faceted approach integrating advancements in personalized medicine is vital for effective cancer treatment.
Cancer
fromNews Center
1 month ago

AI Matches Doctors in Mapping Lung Tumors for Radiation Therapy - News Center

iSeg, a new AI tool, enhances tumor segmentation in radiation therapy for improved cancer treatment precision and consistency.
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Memorial Sloan Kettering, UnitedHealthcare reach multiyear agreement to ensure continued in-network service for NYC cancer patients

Memorial Sloan Kettering and UnitedHealthcare have established a multiyear agreement to ensure in-network service for NYC cancer patients.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Maimonides Cancer Center celebrates 20 years of world-class cancer care in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

Maimonides Cancer Center has provided Brooklyn with world-class cancer care for two decades, fulfilling a critical need for accessible treatment within the community.
Brooklyn
fromNature
1 month ago

Nerve-to-cancer transfer of mitochondria during cancer metastasis - Nature

Cancer cells display metabolic plasticity crucial for progression and metastasis.
Interactions with the cancer microenvironment contribute to metabolic changes in tumors.
#nih
OMG science
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Cuts to Biomedical Research Will Cost Lives, Scientific Breakthroughs & Careers

Funding cuts to the NIH jeopardize critical biomedical research that supports cancer treatments and overall public health.
OMG science
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Cuts to Biomedical Research Will Cost Lives, Scientific Breakthroughs & Careers

Funding cuts to the NIH jeopardize critical biomedical research that supports cancer treatments and overall public health.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

UNIIQ invests 1.4M in these 4 South Holland startups to fuel health and deep tech innovation - Silicon Canals

With this strategic injection, UNIIQ is giving both the young companies and the regional innovation ecosystem a boost.
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Blood cancer patients in England first in world to be offered Trojan horse' drug

England is the first to offer a pioneering Trojan horse drug for blood cancer, targeting and destroying cancer cells effectively.
#immunotherapy
Cancer
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Hidden Barriers Holding Back Cancer's Most Promising Treatments

Immune checkpoint inhibitors revolutionized cancer treatment but progress has slowed due to various barriers.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Key takeaways from world's largest cancer conference in Chicago

Immunotherapy drugs like Keytruda and Car T-cell therapy show promise in significantly extending survival rates for cancer patients.
Cancer
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Keys takeaways from the world's biggest cancer research conference: Trojan horses and blood tests as treatment guides

Immunotherapy is revolutionizing cancer treatment and has substantial potential, especially when used earlier and more precisely in patient profiles.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Immunotherapy trial helps cancer patients with tumours live 40% longer

Car T-cell therapy significantly prolongs survival in cancer patients by approximately 40% compared to standard treatments.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gift of life': experts hail neck and head cancer breakthrough

An immunotherapy drug can significantly prolong head and neck cancer remission, offering a major advancement in current treatment methods.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Breakthrough cancer drug doubles survival in trial

An immunotherapy drug shows promise in extending survival for patients with advanced head and neck cancer, according to a clinical trial.
#ivermectin
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People with cancer face ticking timebomb' due to NHS staff shortages

Cancer patients are facing severe delays in treatment due to NHS staff shortages, threatening their survival and treatment efficacy.
#car-t-cells
Cancer
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

CAR T Cell Therapy Trial Shows Promise in Fighting Solid Tumors

CAR T cell therapy shows promise for treating solid tumors, traditionally less responsive to this treatment.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: CAR-T proves its worth in hard-to-treat solid tumours

CAR T cell therapy shows promise in treating solid tumors, with improved patient outcomes despite side effects.
Cancer
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

CAR T Cell Therapy Trial Shows Promise in Fighting Solid Tumors

CAR T cell therapy shows promise for treating solid tumors, traditionally less responsive to this treatment.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: CAR-T proves its worth in hard-to-treat solid tumours

CAR T cell therapy shows promise in treating solid tumors, with improved patient outcomes despite side effects.
Cannabis
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

All The Ways Medical Marijuana Helps Fight Cancer

Medical marijuana offers significant benefits in cancer treatment, particularly in pain management and alleviation of chemotherapy side effects.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Cancer experts warn of coffee enemas and juice diets amid rise in misinformation

Cancer misinformation leads patients to avoid effective treatments, endangering their lives.
#colon-cancer
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Major study proves exercise improves cancer survival

A tailored exercise program can significantly reduce the risk of death for colon cancer patients.
Exercise
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

More evidence of power of exercise in study of colon cancer survival - Harvard Gazette

Post-treatment physical activity significantly improves survival rates and reduces disparities between colon cancer patients and the general population.
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Rowing doctors bid to set world record for charity

Doctors will attempt to row 1,000,000 meters non-stop to raise funds for children's cancer therapy, led by a father motivated by his daughter's recovery.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Pharmacists warn drug shortage affecting cancer patients

Cancer patients face significant medication shortages affecting their treatment and quality of life.
Pharmacists highlight critical issues with the supply of Creon, essential for digestion in patients with serious conditions.
Coffee
fromDaily Coffee News by Roast Magazine
2 months ago

Weekly Coffee News: Loving Robusta Book + Influential LA Cafe to Close

Coffee industry sees initiatives to promote Robusta coffee and support cancer treatment for entrepreneurs.
Nestlé plans significant investment in Brazil's coffee manufacturing sector, while Map It Forward expands its podcasting efforts.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Woman's life-saving treatment delayed by Trump cuts to NIH: Cancer shouldn't be political'

The Trump administration's NIH funding cuts are causing life-threatening delays in cancer treatment for patients like Natalie Phelps.
#prostate-cancer
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US politics

Renowned oncologist questions Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis timeline - and when treatments possibly started: 'Doesn't make any sense'

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US politics

Renowned oncologist questions Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis timeline - and when treatments possibly started: 'Doesn't make any sense'

#car-t-cell-therapy
Cancer
fromNature
2 months ago

Cancer-fighting immune cells could soon be engineered inside our bodies

CAR T cell therapy has evolved from skepticism in the 1990s to a promising cancer treatment today.
Cancer
fromNature
2 months ago

Cancer-fighting immune cells could soon be engineered inside our bodies

CAR T cell therapy has evolved from skepticism in the 1990s to a promising cancer treatment today.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Carl H. June, creator of CAR-T therapies: The genetic medicine of the future will be able to treat everything, from diabetes to chronic infections'

The transformation in medicine driven by personalized gene therapies promises cures for many diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions, but widespread application may take decades.
Alternative medicine
Startup companies
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The pursuit of better drugs through orbital space crystals

Space-grown crystals could revolutionize cancer treatments, offering safer and more efficient methods of drug delivery.
#joe-biden
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive form' of prostate cancer, his office says

Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis is serious, but hormone sensitivity allows for some treatment options.
#health
Cancer
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to the bone, but it's hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
SF LGBT

TIME100 Health Honorees Toast to Progress, Affirmation Over Fear, and Changing a Heartbreaking Reality'

fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Cancer

PBP's Richard Boyd Barrett on throat cancer diagnosis: 'I plan to be back as soon as possible'

Mr. Boyd Barrett has been diagnosed with throat cancer and will undergo an intense treatment period lasting several months.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Cancer

'Bachelorette' Katie Thurston, 34, discovers breast cancer is stage 4, has spread to her liver - 5 days after her wedding

Katie Thurston announced in a video that her breast cancer has metastasized to her liver, now classified as stage four.
Cancer
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to the bone, but it's hormone-sensitive, allowing for effective management.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
SF LGBT

TIME100 Health Honorees Toast to Progress, Affirmation Over Fear, and Changing a Heartbreaking Reality'

fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Cancer

'Bachelorette' Katie Thurston, 34, discovers breast cancer is stage 4, has spread to her liver - 5 days after her wedding

fromsilive
2 months ago

Pregnant with leukemia: Staten Island mom shares story of frightening diagnosis

Yelena Trunzo's diagnosis of leukemia during pregnancy highlights both the challenges of medical care access and the profound support from her community.
fromABC7 New York
2 months ago

'Protect Our Children: In Safe Hands' spotlights healing kids in crisis

"The show focuses on the critical role of children's hospitals, showcasing stories of pediatric patients and their journeys through life-threatening health challenges."
NYC parents
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The ick factor that could save a life: US cancer researchers look to fecal waste for treatment clues

The Mayo Clinic's fecal waste biobank aims to personalize cancer treatment by studying the microbiome's impact on patient responses to medications.
#artificial-intelligence
US politics
fromNature
2 months ago

How political attacks could crush the mRNA vaccine revolution

Donald Trump's second term's first day featured a major AI investment, signaling support for transformative mRNA technology intended for personalized cancer treatments.
#king-charles
Cancer
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Palace gives update on King Charles after hospitalization for cancer treatment side effects

King Charles returned to public duties after hospitalization due to cancer treatment side effects, with plans for upcoming engagements.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Palace gives update on King Charles after hospitalization for cancer treatment side effects

King Charles returned to public duties after hospitalization due to cancer treatment side effects, with plans for upcoming engagements.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

New Adaptive Radiation Therapy at Maimonides reduces length of cancer treatment

Maimonides Cancer Center introduces Adaptive Radiation Therapy for quicker and more effective cancer treatment.
Cancer
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Radiation-induced amphiregulin drives tumour metastasis

Radiotherapy may inadvertently promote metastasis through amphiregulin expression, suggesting a complex role of radiation in cancer progression.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Insurance company denies cancer patient potentially life-saving lung transplant

Insurance denial jeopardizes a cancer patient's life-saving lung transplant after initial approval.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Fighting cancer is expensive. Ontario hospital parking fees make it worse, advocates say | CBC News

The cost of cancer is parking, it's the care, it's the hospital visits, it's the hospital beds, the medication.
Canada news
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Scientists Claim AI Can Tell Cancer Patients Their Odds of Living by Looking At Their Selfies

AI can estimate biological age from facial photos, indicating potential treatment outcomes for cancer patients.
Cancer
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

A humanized mouse antibody erases cancer in 84 people with a genetic mutation

Immunoablative therapy has shown successful tumor elimination rates in various cancers, providing a less invasive alternative to traditional treatments.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A 20-cent 'wonder drug' is being studied as a colon cancer-stopping supplement, and it looks promising

Metformin may offer potential colon cancer prevention and treatment benefits, beyond its use for diabetes.
fromNature
2 months ago

How protein-slayer drugs could beat some of the cruellest cancers

"For four years, my son never had a day off... frequently recovery was worse than the treatment." - Gavin Lindberg, father of neuroblastoma patient.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

I'm planning a big trip to celebrate finishing cancer treatment - but I refuse to take picky eaters along

Man refuses to travel with brother's picky eaters due to food preferences related to his personal journey.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

An American retiree spent $18,807 for cancer treatment abroad. She said medical tourism saved her money and stress.

Rising U.S. healthcare costs are driving retirees like Akaisha and Billy Kaderli to seek affordable medical treatment abroad.
#911-responders
NYC politics
fromABC News
3 months ago

As health program stalls and certifications stop, some critically ill 9/11 responders are left without care

Patients with 9/11 related illnesses face delays in cancer treatment due to administrative issues within the World Trade Center Health Program.
NYC parents
fromAol
3 months ago

Critically ill 9/11 first responders are being turned away from the program meant to save them

9/11 responders face critical delays in cancer treatment due to certification halts in the federal health program.
NYC politics
fromABC News
3 months ago

As health program stalls and certifications stop, some critically ill 9/11 responders are left without care

Patients with 9/11 related illnesses face delays in cancer treatment due to administrative issues within the World Trade Center Health Program.
NYC parents
fromAol
3 months ago

Critically ill 9/11 first responders are being turned away from the program meant to save them

9/11 responders face critical delays in cancer treatment due to certification halts in the federal health program.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

Belfast-based AMPLY Discovery completes 1.5M seed funding

AMPLY Discovery raised $1.75M to develop innovative AI-driven drug discovery therapies targeting cancers and drug-resistant infections in preclinical stages.
NYC parents
fromAol
3 months ago

Critically ill 9/11 first responders are being turned away from the program meant to save them

9/11 responders are facing delays in critical cancer treatments due to a standstill in the World Trade Center Health Program.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Exercise can counter side-effects of cancer treatment, biggest review of its kind shows

Exercise counteracts negative side effects of cancer treatment and enhances overall quality of life.
Cancer
fromtime.com
3 months ago

A New Immune Treatment May Work Against Several Cancer Types

A new immune-based treatment for cancer shows promise, allowing patients to avoid surgery with a high success rate.
Startup companies
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

Amsterdam's Avidicure exits stealth mode with 43.8M to develop new antibody therapies - Silicon Canals

Avidicure launched with $50M funding to develop multifunctional antibodies for cancer treatment, aiming to revolutionize oncology with innovative therapies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Top cancer experts being put off UK by politicians' messaging on immigration'

Political rhetoric on immigration is deterring top cancer professionals from working in the UK.
#brexit
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Brexit costs denying NHS cancer patients life-saving drugs, report warns

Brexit is significantly hindering British cancer patients' access to new treatments and clinical trials.
Fundraising
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 months ago

'My father was given six months to live but lived for 20 years thanks to others'

Michael Peters runs the London Marathon to support Anthony Nolan, highlighting the importance of stem cell donation in cancer treatment.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Medical cannabis shows potential to fight cancer, largest-ever study finds

The study on medical cannabis provides strong support for its efficacy in treating cancer symptoms and possibly the disease itself.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Mass. biotech company cuts 90% of workforce

Mural Oncology is laying off 90% of its workforce after failed clinical trials, signaling struggles in the biotech sector.
fromPage Six
3 months ago

Dave Coulier reveals he was hospitalized with life-threatening cold in final days of cancer treatment

Dave Coulier faced serious health challenges during his cancer treatment, including hospitalization due to a severe cold caused by a weakened immune system.
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Decentralize TV: Dr. Leonard Coldwell reveals shocking, heavily censored truths about CANCER, healing and the medical mafia complex

Dr. Leonard Coldwell critiques the medical-industrial complex for profiting from chronic illness, promoting emotional and natural solutions over pharmaceutical treatments.
UK news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Prince Harry 'wasn't told' about King Charles' recent hospitalization: report

Prince Harry was left in the dark about King Charles' hospitalization, learning about it through news reports.
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