Cancer: News
Jessie J is now cancer-free: 'Sobbed for hours'
Jessie J has announced she is officially cancer-free after a year-long battle with breast cancer.
Kylie Minogue reveals 2nd cancer diagnosis in new documentary
Pop icon Kylie Minogue (57) has revealed that she was diagnosed with cancer for a second time in early 2021.
Do all men have to undergo a prostate cancer test?
Screening for prostate cancer using a blood test can save lives, but the overall benefit is limited.
Quitting alcohol may reverse some harm
Alcohol consumption is often associated with social events and celebrations, but its impact on health is a growing concern.
'Family Man's Sharib Hashmi reveals wife's cancer journey amid relapse
Sharib Hashmi, known for his roles in Jab Tak Hai Jaan and The Family Man, is facing an emotional battle at home.
James Van Der Beek's widow shares update after 3 months
Kimberly Van Der Beek, the widow of actor James Van Der Beek, has shared a poignant update on her life three months after his death.
This enzyme can make diabetes, weight-loss drugs more effective
Scientists have discovered a new enzyme, PapB, which can significantly improve the effectiveness of popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy.
'Jurassic Park' actor Sam Neill is now cancer free
Hollywood actor Sam Neill has announced that he is now cancer-free after undergoing a new treatment.
'Wanted to give up...': Hong Jin Kyung on battling cancer
South Korean television personality and actor Hong Jin Kyung (49) recently opened up about her battle with cancer and the toll it took on her.
Eli Lilly bets on blood cancer drugs with $2.3B deal
Eli Lilly, a leading pharmaceutical company, has announced its plan to acquire Ajax Therapeutics for up to $2.3 billion in cash.
Why you must add alfalfa sprouts to your diet
Small but mighty, alfalfa sprouts are a powerhouse of nutrition.
UK government urged to cut ties with Palantir
Over 200,000 people have urged the UK government to sever its ties with US tech giant Palantir.
Mindy Cohn reveals she has again been diagnosed with cancer
Mindy Cohn, the renowned actor from The Facts of Life, has revealed that she has been battling cancer for the second time.
Malayalam actor Siddharth Venugopal (41) dies after cancer battle
The Malayalam television industry is mourning the untimely demise of actor Siddharth Venugopal (popularly known as Vinish), who passed away at 41 after a two-year-long battle with cancer.
Trump believes diet soda kills cancer, reveals US health official
US President Donald Trump has defended his love for diet soda, claiming it might help prevent cancer.
Your AI doctor could be wrong half the time
A recent study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are giving misleading medical advice half the time.
Sacha inchi: All about the nutrient-dense seeds
Sacha Inchi seeds, also known as Inca peanuts, are gaining popularity for their health benefits.
Wonder drug for treating ovarian, womb cancer on the way
British pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has reported promising results from an early-stage trial of its new drug for gynecological cancers.
AI meant for breakthroughs now caught in commercial-race: DeepMind CEO
Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, has revealed that his original vision for artificial intelligence (AI) was to use it as a tool for solving major scientific problems.
Vaping puts you at risk of lung, oral cancers
A recent study from the University of New South Wales in Sydney has found that vaping may significantly increase the risk of lung and oral cancers.
Comedian-actor Alex Duong dies at 42 after battling rare cancer
Alex Duong, a Los Angeles-based comedian, writer, and actor, has passed away at the age of 42.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky passes away at 43
Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of adult-content platform OnlyFans that revolutionized the online porn industry, has passed away at the age of 43.
'Supernatural' actor Carrie Fleming (51) dies after breast cancer battle
Carrie Anne Fleming, a Canadian actor known for her roles in horror productions such as iZombie and Supernatural, passed away on February 26. She was 51.
Amanda Peet reveals breast cancer diagnosis in emotional essay
Hollywood actor Amanda Peet (54) recently opened up about her breast cancer diagnosis in a candid essay for The New Yorker.
Novartis bets $3 billion on experimental breast cancer drug
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis has announced its intention to acquire an experimental breast cancer drug candidate, SNV4818, from US-based biotech firm Synnovation Therapeutics.
How scientists are using bacteria to attack cancer from within
Scientists from Shandong University in China have genetically modified a strain of Escherichia coli (E. coli) to fight breast cancer from within.
How AI helped techie develop cancer vaccine for his dog
In a groundbreaking case, an Australian man has leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) tools to develop an experimental vaccine that could potentially treat cancer in his pet dog.
Confidential health information from UK Biobank project leaked online
A recent investigation by The Guardian has revealed that confidential health data from the UK Biobank project has been exposed online multiple times.
US: Cipla recalls over 400 cartons of cancer drug
Cipla USA, a subsidiary of Indian pharmaceutical giant Cipla, has announced the recall of over 400 cartons of its anti-cancer drug Nilotinib Capsules.
'Finally found courage...': Rajshri Deshpande diagnosed with breast cancer
Rajshri Deshpande, known for her roles in Manto and Sacred Games, recently revealed that she has been diagnosed with Grade 1 breast cancer.
Why you must add papaya seeds to your diet
Often ignored, papaya seeds are a nutritional powerhouse that can do wonders for your health.
Eating vegetarian diet linked to lower risk of certain cancers
A recent study has found that vegetarians have a significantly lower risk of developing five types of cancer.
Vegetarian diet lowers cancer risk, reveals study of 1.8M people
A major new study has found that vegetarians have a significantly lower risk of developing five types of cancer.
This technique might help preserve fertility of cancer patients
Scientists at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology (NIANP) are working on an important technique to save eggs that are naturally lost inside the ovary at an early stage.
'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, the Hollywood actor best known for his role in the popular US teen drama Dawson's Creek, has died at the age of 48.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death out; was battling rectal cancer
Hollywood actor and two-time Emmy winner, Catherine O'Hara, died at the age of 71 on January 30.
This cancer cell protein may help treat Alzheimer's disease
A team of Chinese researchers has discovered that a protein produced by cancer cells could help in fighting Alzheimer's disease.
3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold (47) dies after cancer battle
Brad Arnold, the lead singer and songwriter of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47.
AI-backed mammography detects more cancers, cuts later diagnoses by 12%
A large randomised trial in Sweden has found that artificial intelligence (AI) can help detect breast cancer earlier and lower the number of women diagnosed years after screening by 12%.
Major breakthrough! Scientists eradicate pancreatic cancer in mice
A team of scientists from the Spanish National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) has made a major breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer.
Red cabbage v/s turnip: Which is healthier?
Red cabbage and turnip are two of the most nutritious vegetables, both of which are packed with antioxidants.
'China's Frankenstein' wants to gene-edit babies to end Alzheimer's
Chinese scientist He Jiankui, who was imprisoned for creating the world's first gene-edited babies in 2018, is now looking to make a comeback.
Why you must add lotus seed sprouts to your salads
Makhana sprouts are the new health trend that everyone is talking about.