Medical News on Cancer
'Electronic tongues' may help diagnose early stage bladder cancer
Jul 23, 2019
New research proposes the use of electronic tongues for detecting bladder cancer in its early stages. The device is cheap, noninvasive, and easy to use. Read More
What does it mean when a scab turns yellow?
Jul 22, 2019
Scabs can turn yellow as a normal part of the skin’s healing process. However, yellow scabs can sometimes indicate an infection, such as impetigo or herpes. Learn about the causes and treatment of yellow scabs and when to see a doctor here. Read More
Colorectal cancer rates rising in younger adults
Jul 22, 2019
In the United States, colorectal cancer rates are rising in the under 50s. Also, diagnoses in younger adults are more likely to be of advanced disease. Read More
New anticancer strategy 'disguises drugs as fats'
Jul 22, 2019
Researchers have found a way to 'disguise' anticancer drugs in order to safely deliver higher doses to tumors. This approach was successful in mouse models. Read More
Misdiagnosis of the 'big three' results in 'serious harm'
Jul 22, 2019
New research finds that diagnostic errors involving cancer, infections, and vascular events often lead to death or permanent disability. Read More
Higher iron levels may protect arteries but raise clot risk
Jul 18, 2019
A new study links naturally higher iron levels to a reduced risk of clogged arteries but a raised risk of clots related to the slowing of blood flow. Read More
What to know about inflammatory rheumatism
Jul 17, 2019
Conditions that involve inflammation in the joints are known as inflammatory rheumatism. This article looks at the types, symptoms, and treatments of inflammatory rheumatic diseases. Read More
Facts about skin cancer in black people
Jul 16, 2019
Black people can get skin cancer, though it is less likely to affect them than people with lighter skin. For darker-skinned people, it usually occurs on lighter areas of the skin. Learn more here. Read More
Could targeting this enzyme halt ovarian cancer?
Jul 16, 2019
Scientists have identified an enzyme that promotes cell proliferation in the most common and lethal ovarian cancer and could serve as a treatment target. Read More
Could artificial intelligence be the future of cancer diagnosis?
Jul 16, 2019
The authors of a recent paper believe that in the future, artificial intelligence might be able to tell benign from malignant lesions without a biopsy. Read More
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