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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