Cancer

How a cheap blood test may soon detect one of the deadliest cancers

Researchers at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) have developed a blood test called PAC-MANN, to detect pancreatic cancer. The study is significant since this type of cancer is one of the deadliest and was responsible for more than 50,000 deaths last year

World Cancer Day: Irony of fentanyl sparking a US-China tariff war

On a day dedicated to fighting cancer, the fentanyl crisis turned medicine into a battleground, igniting a US-China tariff war

World Cancer Day 2025: How lung cancer is no longer just a smoker’s disease

A recent study has revealed an increase in lung cancer cases among people who have never smoked. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) warned that lung cancer in non-smokers is now the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally. What factors are causing this surge in cases among those who stay away from the stick?

World Cancer Day: How 'Devashis' became 'Deepshika' for many losing hope and direction

Devashis Sharma is not just another bureaucrat buried in files and confined to his official duties. He has redefined his role, blending his profession with compassion by actively helping people in their most desperate times, particularly those battling cancer

Explained: Why bowel cancer cases are on the rise in people under 50 years

Nearly two million people are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year, making it the third most common cancer globally. A study has found that the disease is becoming more prevalent in those under 50 years of age across all countries analysed. What is causing this increase in cases among younger people?

Has Kate Middleton defeated cancer? Here's what 'remission' means

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton announced that her cancer is now in 'remission' following a year of health challenges for the royal family. While this indicates a decrease or a disappearance of cancer signs and symptoms, it does not necessarily equate to a cure

AI better than doctors in detecting breast and ovarian cancers, find studies

Artificial intelligence has proven to be helpful in identifying more cases of breast and ovarian cancer. Studies conducted in Germany and Sweden have shown that AI models can outperform doctors and medical experts in detecting these cancers.

Lancet study hails India’s Ayushman Bharat health scheme in fighting cancers

A new study has found that the likelihood of timely cancer treatment for patients in India has increased by nearly 36% over the past six years, attributing this improvement to the Ayushman Bharat-PM Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), according to a report

Russia’s cancer vaccine is ready. Here’s why it matters

Russia has reportedly developed a vaccine against cancer that it will launch early next year. The jab, which will be free of cost, will treat patients instead of preventing the disease in the general population

Bowel cancer, second deadliest, rising faster among 25-49 age group: Study in Lancet

In several countries, cases of bowel cancer are rising among younger people in the 25-49 age group as compared to older adults who are traditionally more prone to developing cancers