Cancer: News
12 Jan 2024
IndiaIndia set to launch HPV vaccination campaign for girls: Report
The government is preparing to launch a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive for girls in the age group of 9-14 years, The Indian Express reported.
10 Jan 2024
Health & WellnessNew DNA test likely to detect 18 early-stage cancers
Researchers at US biotech company Novelna have created a groundbreaking DNA test capable of detecting 18 early-stage cancers across all major human organs.
03 Jan 2024
IndiaIndia recorded second-highest cancer deaths in Asia in 2019: Lancet
In 2019, India recorded nearly 12 lakh new cancer cases and 9.3 lakh deaths, making it the second largest contributor to the cancer burden in Asia.
03 Jan 2024
ChinaChinese nuclear scientists develop X-ray machine for cancer treatment
Chinese researchers have developed a groundbreaking X-ray machine called "Flash," which has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment.
02 Nov 2023
Health & WellnessNo Shave November: Why do men observe this month-long tradition
We are at that time of the year when several men around the world forgo trimming, shaving, or grooming their facial hair to observe a month-long tradition called No Shave November.
22 Oct 2023
Health & WellnessSwiss drugmaker excels lung-cancer treatment; to use AI for patient-identification
Roche Holding AG's cancer medication—Alecensa—has reportedly shown a significant edge over traditional chemotherapy for lung cancer.
11 Sep 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningIndian AI model matches radiologists in detecting gallbladder cancer
An AI-based approach in detecting gallbladder cancer (GBC) has been found comparable to that of experienced radiologists, per a study published in The Lancet Regional Health-Southeast Asia journal.
25 Aug 2023
Marathi CinemaMarathi actor Milind Safai dies at 53 after battling cancer
Milind Safai, the veteran Marathi film and television actor, reportedly succumbed to his battle with cancer on Friday (August 25) at around 10:45 in the morning. The 53-year-old was undergoing treatment for some time.
23 Aug 2023
Zimbabwe Cricket TeamHeath Streak is alive, rumors of death fake; confirms Olonga
Former Zimbabwe cricketer Heath Streak is alive after news of him surfaced regarding his death. Henry Olonga, Streak's former teammate, took to social media and confirmed that the latter passed away.
02 Aug 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningHow AI can revolutionize breast cancer screening
A recent large-scale trial in Sweden involving over 80,000 women found that using artificial intelligence (AI) in breast cancer screening is safe and can reduce radiologists' workload by nearly 50%.
02 Aug 2023
HollywoodWho was Marc Gilpin, 'Jaws 2' actor succumbs to cancer
Marc Gilpin, known for his role in Jaws 2, has sadly left for heavenly abode following a long battle with cancer on Saturday (local time). He was 56.
15 Jul 2023
World Health OrganizationHow much aspartame is safe for you
Popular artificial sweetener aspartame has become the center of controversy among regulatory bodies.
14 Jul 2023
FoodArtificial sweetener aspartame 'carcinogenic,' but safe within limits: WHO
The World Health Organization's International Research Agency on Cancer (IARC)'s assessment of the health impact of aspartame came out on Friday.
08 Jun 2023
Health & WellnessWorld Brain Tumor Day: Facts about this fatal disease
Every year June 8 is observed as World Brain Tumor Day to raise awareness of brain tumors as well as honor individuals with brain tumors, their families, and medical professionals.
01 May 2023
ResearchHow this Indian start-up uses AI to detect respiratory disorders
Artificial intelligence is bound to bring a revolution in the healthcare sector. Dectrocel Healthcare, a start-up at IIT-Mandi, has come up with an AI-based imaging technique that can help with the early detection of respiratory illnesses, hepatobiliary diseases, and genetic disorders in children.
05 Apr 2023
Johnson & JohnsonJohnson & Johnson offers $9B to settle 'talcum-caused cancer' claims
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has been dealing with lawsuits against its talc-based baby powder for years. The company has now offered to pay $8.9 billion to settle the claims of tens of thousands of plaintiffs.
29 Mar 2023
Union Health Ministry384 essential medicines to cost more from April; See list
In the midst of rising inflation in India, medicine prices are expected to increase by 12% beginning April 1.
23 Mar 2023
Navjot Singh SidhuNavjot Singh Sidhu's wife suffering from cancer, pens emotional note
Senior Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife, Navjot Kaur Sidhu, announced on Wednesday that she is suffering from stage-2 invasive cancer.
18 Mar 2023
HollywoodPleased to be alive: Actor Sam Neill on cancer battle
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has opened up about his battle with cancer in his new memoir, leaving his fans in a state of shock.
13 Mar 2023
PfizerPfizer acquires Seagen for $43 billion to improve cancer treatments
Pfizer has acquired Seagen, a Washington-based biotechnology company, for approximately $43 billion, in an attempt to expand its reach in cancer treatment. The pharmaceutical company is reported to have paid $229 per share.
04 Mar 2023
Joe BidenJoe Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed successfully in February
United States (US) President Joe Biden had a cancerous skin lesion successfully removed in February from his chest, his doctor announced on Friday.
21 Feb 2023
ResearchScientists find 'Bond villain' DNA that could revolutionize cancer treatment
Researchers have identified pieces of DNA that act like "villains in a Bond film" in the way they help in the spread of cancer.
16 Feb 2023
Health & WellnessWorld Cholangiocarcinoma Day: Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
World Cholangiocarcinoma Day is observed on the third Thursday of February every year.
29 Jan 2023
Rakhi SawantRakhi Sawant's mother dies battling cancer, last rites in Mumbai
Actor Rakhi Sawant's mother, Jaya Bheda, passed away on Saturday night. She was 73.
03 Jan 2023
TennisTennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with throat and breast cancer
In what comes as a disturbing piece of news, tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer.
27 Dec 2022
Health & WellnessAll about HPV infection: Symptoms, causes, and more
Human papillomavirus infection or HPV is a sexually transmitted disease that causes warts in your body, affecting the mouth, throat, and genitals.
06 Dec 2022
HollywoodEmmy-winning actor Kirstie Alley dies at 71
American actor Kirstie Alley died on Monday aged 71. The actor was battling cancer and the news of her demise was confirmed by her children on social media via the actor's Twitter handle.
20 Nov 2022
Bengali CinemaBengali actor Aindrila Sharma passes away at 24
Bengali actor Aindrila Sharma passed away at a Howrah hospital on Sunday. She was 24.
11 Nov 2022
COVID-19 VaccineCOVID-19 vaccination boosts cancer treatment efficacy in patients: Study
Since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in early 2020, its vaccines have become a point of discussion for several reasons.
29 Oct 2022
TechnologyScientists believe 'dark matter' might revolutionize cancer treatment
Epigenetics, the study of how gene expression changes, may alter the way cancer is detected and treated, a couple of new research studies have suggested.
22 Oct 2022
Hair CareUS woman sues L'Oreal, claims company's hair products caused cancer
A woman in the United States on Friday sued French cosmetics giant L'Oreal after she developed a rare uterine cancer, Agence France-Presse reported.
17 Sep 2022
Johnson & JohnsonMaharashtra cancels Johnson's baby powder license, company moves court
Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) canceled the baby powder manufacturing license of American pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson Pvt. Ltd. on Friday citing "public health at large."
31 Aug 2022
VaccineIndia to get its first indigenous cervical cancer vaccine today
India is all set to get its first indigenous cervical cancer vaccine this week.
03 Aug 2022
Science and TechnologyResistant starch can lower hereditary cancer risk by over 60%
A method to keep hereditary cancer at bay might have been discovered.
26 Jul 2022
Health & Wellness5 ways in which papaya can boost your health
Papaya is a fruit commonly found and consumed in most Indian households, thanks to its nutritional benefits.
21 Jul 2022
Health & WellnessHere are some lifestyle changes cancer survivors must make
As your cancer treatment ends, it is crucial to be informed about how to care for and improve your health.
07 Jul 2022
Indian Institute of Technology-MadrasIIT Madras's AI tool can predict cancer-causing genes: Here's how
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) have found a way to improve the efficiency of cancer treatment.
08 Jun 2022
World Health OrganizationRare result: Cancer vanishes in all patients during drug trial
In a first, a small clinical trial has found 100% eradication of cancer without patients having to go through the painful and time-consuming chemotherapy sessions.
04 Aug 2021
Hugh JackmanHugh Jackman gets skin biopsy done for cancer scare
Hugh Jackman uploaded a video a day back, informing his fans that he recently had a skin biopsy done for his nose.
13 Jun 2016
IndiaAbout 2,500 Indian children suffer from Medulloblastoma yearly
According to a report, over 2,500 Indian kids suffer from Medulloblastoma, a common pediatric malignant primary brain tumor.
