Medical News on Cancer
Colorectal cancer: Treatment looks set for human clinical trials
May 03, 2018
An immunotherapy that engineers T cells to target only cancer cells killed tumors and prevented metastases in a mouse model of human colorectal cancer. Read More
What is the difference between leukemia and lymphoma?
Apr 30, 2018
Leukemia and lymphoma are both types of blood cancer that affect the white blood cells. There are some similarities between the two conditions, but the origins, causes, diagnosis, and treatments are different. In this article, learn about the differences between leukemia and different types of lymphoma here. Read More
What causes a friable cervix?
Apr 30, 2018
Friable cervix occurs when someone’s cervix becomes extra sensitive. Symptoms may include bleeding between periods, pain inside the vagina, or unusual discharge. Friable cervix is often caused by an STI or pregnancy but can also result from cervical cancer. In this article, we discuss causes, symptoms, and treatment. Read More
Could hemp help to beat ovarian cancer?
Apr 26, 2018
Although hemp has fallen out of favor over the years, some scientists believe that a certain strain could help in the battle against ovarian cancer. Read More
What is a malar rash?
Apr 24, 2018
A malar rash is also known as a butterfly rash and appears on the face. It is usually red or purple and may be blotchy or solid. It can occur alongside many conditions, including lupus and rosacea. Treatment depends on the cause. There are lifestyle tips and tricks that can help. Learn more about the best ones here. Read More
'Biomedical tattoo' might catch cancer early
Apr 22, 2018
Medical research is reaching a new frontier with implants that can accurately spot early signs of cancer. Yet the road from laboratory to patient is long. Read More
Is it lung cancer? This blood test can tell
Apr 19, 2018
To tell lung cancer from benign tumors, specialists often have to use invasive methods. Yet researchers say that a simple blood test can change that. Read More
Added to chemotherapy, this drug doubles lung cancer survival
Apr 19, 2018
Adding immunotherapy to chemotherapy doubled survival in a trial of metastatic nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer lacking EGFR and ALK mutations. Read More
Prostate cancer: Big data unlocks 80 new drug targets
Apr 17, 2018
In the largest study of its type, researchers find several new prostate cancer drug targets by harvesting and analyzing reams of genetic data. Read More
Two common iron supplements may cause cancer
Apr 16, 2018
Researchers find that certain iron supplements — called ferric citrate and ferric EDTA — increase the levels of a cancer biomarker. Read More
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