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Medical News on Cancer

New strategy defeats cancer cells that evade chemotherapy

Nov 28, 2018

Scientists have found that making the cancer cells that survive chemotherapy more aggressive results in them being vulnerable to anti-inflammatories. Read More

End-of-life symptoms of metastatic breast cancer

Nov 28, 2018

The end-of-life symptoms associated with metastatic breast cancer depend on where a person’s cancer has spread to, and they can include both physical and mental issues. Treatment focuses on improving quality of life and caring for the individual’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Learn more here. Read More

Breast cancer: Tumor growth fueled by bone marrow cells

Nov 27, 2018

New research uncovers a mechanism of tumor growth that may explain why some breast cancer tumors are more aggressive than others.  Read More

'DNA origami' tackles multidrug-resistant cancer cells

Nov 26, 2018

Scientists have developed a 'DNA nanoplatform' that carries anticancer drugs to targeted cancer cells and also prevents the cells from expelling the drug.  Read More

What you need to know about breast cancer

Nov 26, 2018

Breast cancer survival rates are rising as screening and treatment improve. But breast cancer is still the most invasive cancer in women. Find out who might have a greater risk, what symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options a person might face. Plus, learn about the types of breast cancer and the stages. Read More

Ovarian cancer statistics

Nov 26, 2018

Knowing the statistics on ovarian cancer can help a person better understand the condition. However, it is important to remember that everyone has a different experience with cancer. Read More

Do cancer treatments accelerate brain aging?

Nov 26, 2018

A new study finds connections between key markers of biological aging and signs of cognitive decline years after the completion of breast cancer treatment. Read More

What are the most common causes of pelvic pain in men?

Nov 23, 2018

Pelvic pain in men can result from a range of issues, including a hernia, prostatitis, and appendicitis. This pain occurs somewhere between the navel and groin. Treatment depends on the cause and may involve antibiotics. Learn about the most common causes of pelvic pain in men here. Read More

Rainforest vine compound kills resilient cancer cells

Nov 23, 2018

New research finds that a compound extracted from vines in the Congolese rainforest can kill cancer cells where other substances have failed.  Read More

Could a type of sugar halt cancer's march?

Nov 23, 2018

A recent study concludes that supplementation with a type of sugar interrupts cancer cells’ metabolism. This simple intervention could help fight cancer. Read More

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