Cancer: News
K-drama actor Kang Seo-ha (31) dies after cancer battle
The South Korean entertainment industry is mourning the untimely demise of actor Kang Seo-Ha, who passed away at 31 after a battle with cancer.
Groundbreaking method could prevent chemo-related hair loss in cancer patients
Sheffield Hallam University researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to help cancer patients retain their hair during chemotherapy.
'She'll sell you': Father hides daughter from ex-wife for 7yrs
A father in China reportedly hid his daughter from her mother for seven years.
Viagra could soon be used to treat cancer
Sildenafil, the active ingredient in the popular erectile dysfunction drug Viagra, has been found to have potential cancer-fighting properties.
Who was Julian McMahon? 'Fantastic Four' actor dies at 56
Hollywood actor Julian McMahon, famed for his roles in Charmed, Fantastic Four, Nip/Tuck, and FBI: Most Wanted, among several others, has died at 56.
Air pollution linked to lung cancer in non-smokers
A groundbreaking study has found a strong association between air pollution and lung cancer-driving DNA mutations.
This glowing paper sensor by IISc can detect liver cancer
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a novel glowing paper sensor.
Jessie J shares 'honest lows and highs' after cancer surgery
British singer-songwriter Jessie J has shared an update about her health after undergoing surgery for early-stage breast cancer.
Fungus once blamed for 'Pharaoh's curse' offers cancer treatment hope
A toxic mold that was once feared for mysterious deaths in ancient tombs, is now being hailed as a potential weapon against cancer.
Sea cucumbers may stop cancer from spreading in your body
A team of researchers from the University of Mississippi has made a major discovery in cancer treatment.
Aruna Irani reveals she battled breast cancer twice
Veteran actor Aruna Irani revealed recently that she was diagnosed with breast cancer not just once, but twice.
UK becomes first country to offer game-changing blood cancer drug
In a major breakthrough, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has approved a revolutionary "Trojan horse" drug to treat blood cancer patients in England.
Dipika Kakar gives first health update since tumor removal surgery
Television actor Dipika Kakar, who just went through a big surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from her liver, spoke about her health for the first time on husband Shoaib Ibrahim's YouTube channel.
Tannishtha Chatterjee opens up about Stage IV breast cancer battle
Actor-director Tannishtha Chatterjee recently opened up about her battle with Stage IV breast cancer. The news comes four months after her diagnosis, which she received while working on a film.
Dipika Kakar undergoes 14-hour surgery for Stage 2 liver cancer
Television actor Dipika Kakar, known for shows like Sasural Simar Ka and Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum, recently underwent a major surgery for Stage 2 liver cancer.
English singer-songwriter Jessie J diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer
English singer-songwriter Jessie J has revealed that she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Actor Vibhu Raghave dies of cancer at 37: Funeral today
Television actor Vibhu K Raghave (37), known for his roles in Nisha Aur Uske Cousins and Savdhaan India, died on Monday after succumbing to Stage 4 colon cancer.
New breast cancer treatment prolongs survival, slows disease progression
A new combination therapy has shown promise in treating aggressive, advanced breast cancer.
'Dead to Me' actor Valerie Mahaffey dies at 71
Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning Hollywood actor known for her roles in Desperate Housewives, Young Sheldon, and Dead to Me, among others, has passed away at 71.
Soon, cancer-fighting cells could be engineered inside our bodies
In the 1990s, when Bruce Levine and his colleagues first explored engineering immune cells to fight cancer, the scientific community was skeptical.
TV star Dipika Kakar diagnosed with Stage 2 liver cancer
Popular television actor Dipika Kakar has revealed that she has been diagnosed with Stage 2 liver cancer.
Global life expectancy dropped 1.8 years in 2 years: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report detailing the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global health.
This common energy drink ingredient increases cancer risk, warns study
A recent research published in journal Nature has raised concerns about taurine, a common ingredient in energy drinks such as Red Bull and Celsius.
Popular weight-loss jabs could reduce cancer risk by 40%: Study
New studies indicate that weight loss injections, also referred to as GLP-1 receptor agonists, could have a major anti-cancer effect apart from their main purpose of facilitating weight loss.
This 'super-jab' reduces cancer treatment time to just 5 minutes
The National Health Service (NHS) in England is all set to revolutionize cancer treatment with a groundbreaking five-minute "super-jab."
King Charles opens up about 'daunting' cancer journey and fears
King Charles III has opened up about his cancer journey, calling it a "daunting" and "at times frightening" experience.
ChatGPT detected woman's blood cancer a year before doctors
In an extraordinary case, a woman from Paris has credited AI chatbot ChatGPT with diagnosing her blood cancer a year before her doctors.
Alibaba's AI-driven cancer-detection tool gets FDA approval: Why it matters
Damo Academy, the research arm of Alibaba Group, has received a major seal of approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
'Alarming': Microplastics found in human ovary fluid for 1st time
For the first time, microplastics have been found in human ovarian follicular fluid, raising fears of their effect on women's fertility.
Overuse of CT scans raises cancer risk: Study
A recent study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine has found that CT scans, a key diagnostic tool, could be responsible for as much as 5% of all US cancer cases in a single year.
Sharmila Tagore's cancer was removed without chemo, says Soha
In a recent interview, actor Soha Ali Khan spoke about her mother, Sharmila Tagore's health journey.
How Apple Watch's warning saved a woman from rare cancer
A New Zealand woman has credited her Apple Watch Series 10's Vitals app with early detection of her blood cancer, potentially saving her life.
Tahira Kashyap's breast cancer has relapsed after 7yrs
Filmmaker Tahira Kashyap has revealed that her breast cancer has returned for a second time.
'Dennis the Menace' star Jay North (73) dies of cancer
Jay North, the star of the 1959 television series Dennis the Menace, passed away at 73. He was battling cancer for years.
This vaccine booster can enhance immunity against cancer by 150x
Researchers in China have developed a groundbreaking vaccine booster that can enhance immune responses to tumors and infections by as much as 150 times.
AI decodes unknown proteins, paving way for new cancer therapies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly in the field of fundamental biology, especially in protein analysis.
John Cena reveals past skin cancer diagnosis, joins skincare campaign
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, WWE icon and actor John Cena (47) opened up about his past fight with skin cancer.
Magnetic robot helps perform 'virtual biopsies' for early cancer detection
A team of engineers at the University of Leeds has developed a groundbreaking magnetic robot that could revolutionize early cancer detection.
Miniature robots can now find cancer inside your body
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have developed micro-robots that can perform non-invasive 3D scans to detect and diagnose colorectal cancer in real-time.
Why MRIs at AIIMS Delhi are about to become cheaper
India's first-ever locally-made Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner will be installed at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, by October.
New personalized vaccine offers hope in combating deadly pancreatic cancer
A new study published in the journal Nature emphasizes the promise of a personalized vaccine, autogene cevumeran, in treating pancreatic cancer.
AstraZeneca can now sell its cancer drug in India
AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd has received the nod from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) to import and sell a cancer treatment drug called Durvalumab.
Can idlis cause cancer? Karnataka government's crackdown explained
The Karnataka health department has detected carcinogenic chemicals in idlis made by some hotels and street vendors.
Shiva Rajkumar reveals shooting films while undergoing chemotherapy
Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar recently opened up about his battle with bladder cancer—all while working on film projects.
'Everything is going well': Hina Khan has successfully completed chemotherapy
Popular actor Hina Khan recently attended a Mumbai event, sharing updates on her Stage 3 breast cancer battle. She spoke about undergoing chemotherapy and surgeries that are now complete and she is currently undergoing immunotherapy.
This groundbreaking blood test could revolutionize cancer treatment
A revolutionary blood test, which is being trialed at The Christie hospital in Manchester, UK could change the way we treat cancer.
Cancer vaccine for women likely in 5-6 months: Union minister
Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav has announced that a new vaccine for cancers affecting women will be available in five to six months.
Rakesh Roshan shares how daughter Sunaina battled cancer, liver disease
Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, who himself survived throat cancer in 2019, recently opened up about how he draws inspiration from his daughter Sunaina Roshan's courage.
Emraan Hashmi praises Ayushman Bharat, PMJAY on World Cancer Day
On World Cancer Day, Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi stressed the need for early cancer detection and praised government schemes such as Ayushman Bharat and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) for making cancer treatment "more accessible and affordable."
Union Budget 2025: What's cheaper and what's costlier now
The Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has made some major changes to the customs duty structure.
Rakesh Roshan reveals what helped him heal during cancer treatment
Renowned filmmaker Rakesh Roshan recently opened up about his battle with early-stage throat cancer in a recent interview with India Today.
LinkedIn founder launches AI start-up to revolutionize cancer drug discovery
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and famed oncologist Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee have raised a whopping $24.6 million in a seed funding round.
UK charity trains dogs to detect early stage bowel cancer
The UK-based Medical Detection Dogs Charity has started a groundbreaking 2025 study, training dogs to sniff out early-stage pancreatic cancer.
This innovative treatment causes cancer cells to self-destruct: Here's how
Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania have developed an innovative cancer treatment using small extracellular vesicles (sEVs).
Hollywood actor Colin Egglesfield diagnosed with cancer for 3rd time
Colin Egglesfield, famous for his work in All My Children and Hallmark movies, has revealed that he is battling cancer for the third time.
Can antiperspirants cause cancer? Here's the truth
In our health-conscious (read: health-anxious) world, myths about everyday items can spread like wildfire, causing unnecessary worry.
New research shows physical fitness reduces cancer mortality rates
Could building muscle be the ultimate weapon against cancer?
How UK doctors removed brain tumor through patient's eye socket
In a landmark medical feat, surgeons from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust have successfully removed a previously inoperable brain tumor.
How 'All That Breathes's Shaunak Sen got 'accidental' cancer diagnosis
Acclaimed filmmaker Shaunak Sen, who is known for his internationally recognized documentary All That Breathes, recently faced a health crisis.