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04 Aug 2021

Hugh Jackman gets skin biopsy done for cancer scare

Hugh Jackman uploaded a video a day back, informing his fans that he recently had a skin biopsy done for his nose.

03 Aug 2021

Comedian Kathy Griffin reveals she has 'stage one' lung cancer

American comedian Kathy Griffin, known for her controversial quips at celebrities, revealed recently that she has lung cancer.

23 Jun 2021

Thackeray stays transfer of 100 MHADA flats to Tata hospital

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has stayed the transfer of 100 MHADA flats in Mumbai to the Tata Memorial Hospital for providing temporary accommodation to cancer patients undergoing treatment there.

09 Jun 2021

Mumbai's Tata Memorial Hospital conducts India's first CAR-T cell therapy

The Centre has approved Rs. 19.15 crore for conducting the first-in-human Phase I/II clinical trial of the CAR-T cells, a type of gene therapy, for cancer treatment, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) said on Tuesday.

12 Dec 2020

Yuvraj Singh turns 39: A look at his monumental feats

Indian legend Yuvraj Singh turned 39 on Saturday.

21 Oct 2020

On kids' 10th birthday, Sanjay Dutt announces recovery from cancer

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, on the occasion of his children Shahraan and Iqra's 10th birthday, has announced his recovery from cancer.

20 Oct 2020

'Crazy Heart' actor Jeff Bridges reveals he has lymphoma

Acclaimed actor Jeff Bridges has been diagnosed with lymphoma.

29 Aug 2020

Chadwick Boseman: A glorious journey from stage to filmic eternity

Everyone knows by now that Chadwick Boseman is no more.

29 Aug 2020

'Black Panther' star Chadwick Boseman, 43, dies of colon cancer

Actor Chadwick Boseman, best known for his role as King T'Challa in Marvel Cinematic Universe's Black Panther, died on Friday (local time) after a long battle with colon cancer, his family confirmed in a statement.

19 Aug 2020

India's cancer cases could witness 12% surge in 5 years

As India continues to battle the novel coronavirus pandemic, concerns have been raised over another major health condition: Cancer.

09 Aug 2020

Reporter Victoria Price recovers from thyroid cancer, courtesy a viewer

A miracle has happened with TV reporter Victoria Price.

13 Jul 2020

'On my deathbed', said Divya Chouksey before succumbing to cancer

Just a day before she lost a hard-fought battle with cancer, actor/model Divya Chouksey penned a heartbreaking note on Instagram, telling fans and admirers she is short of time and wished for another life without suffering.

22 Jun 2020

Former India shooter Pournima Zanane passes away at 42

Former India shooter Pournima Zanane has passed away at the age of 42.

30 Apr 2020

Rishi Kapoor hospitalized, brother Randhir confirms he is not well

On Wednesday, veteran actor Rishi Kapoor was admitted to Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai.

04 Feb 2020

On World Cancer Day, Sonali Bendre shares inspirational post

On Tuesday, February 4, the day which is observed as the World Cancer Day, Bollywood actor Sonali Bendre shared a heartfelt and inspiring video on social media, tracing her battle with the disease and sharing what she learned from it.

04 Feb 2020

Rishi Kapoor returns to Mumbai; reveals why he was hospitalized

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, who was recently admitted at a hospital in Delhi, is now back home in Mumbai.

29 Dec 2019

Happy birthday Anshula Kapoor: Things to know about her

Film producer Boney Kapoor's daughter and actor Ajun Kapoor's sister Anshula Kapoor turned 27 today.

10 Nov 2019

Tahira Kashyap taught me it's okay to share problems: SRK

Shah Rukh Khan, who is currently hosting the second season of TED Talks India, said that author-filmmaker Tahira Kashyap, one of his guests on the show, inspires him to be open about his problems.

05 Nov 2019

Cancer cases rise 4 times within one year in India

In 2018, the number of people diagnosed with common cancers at state-run NCD clinic shot up four times as compared to the year before, government data has revealed.

22 Sep 2019

This app detects skin cancer with 95% accuracy: Details here

Skin cancer, triggered by the abnormal growth of skin cells, is one of the most common forms of cancer worldwide.

12 Sep 2019

Rishi Kapoor to be back on sets by September end

Rishi Kapoor, who was in New York for cancer treatment for almost a year, has returned to India on Tuesday.

10 Sep 2019

After 11 months, 11 days, cancer-survivor Rishi Kapoor returns home

After almost a year of staying in New York for his cancer treatment, Rishi Kapoor is finally back in India.

08 Sep 2019

Health Minister says ex-PM Morarji Desai consumed cow urine

On Sunday, the Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Ashwini Kumar Choubey said that the former Prime Minister Morarji Desai used to drink cow urine for its medicinal properties.

30 Aug 2019

Why will Ayushmann Khurrana skip his next, 'Dream Girl' promotions?

Ayushmann Khurrana's career is on a roll these days.

21 Aug 2019

Is Rishi Kapoor returning to India before Ganesh Chaturthi?

Rishi Kapoor, who is currently in his last leg of cancer treatment in New York, has often spoken about how much he misses India.

17 Aug 2019

Rishi tweets "Aa Ab Laut Chalen". Is he feeling homesick?

Rishi Kapoor, who is currently in New York for his cancer treatment, has often spoken about how much he misses India.

23 Jul 2019

Sonali Bendre pushing herself to hit the gym is inspirational

Last year Sarfarosh actress Sonali Bendre flew down to New York after she was diagnosed with cancer, and her battle with the Big C has since turned out to be an inspiration.

18 Jul 2019

Rishi Kapoor talks about battling cancer, notifies about his return

Ever since Rishi Kapoor flew to New York last September for his cancer treatment, there have been a lot of speculations about his return.

13 Jul 2019

Irrfan Khan to take a break after 'Angrezi Medium'?

Irrfan Khan recently wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming movie, Angrezi Medium.

18 Jun 2019

#HealthBytes: Six foods that will naturally detox your lungs

Smoking kills!

31 May 2019

Undergoing treatment in US, Rishi Kapoor wants to return home

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, along with wife Neetu Singh, went to the US in September 2018, for his cancer treatment.

19 May 2019

After cancer battle, Rishi Kapoor visited by Mukesh, Nita Ambani

Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor and his wife, Neetu Kapoor, were visited by Indian business magnate Mukesh Ambani and his wife Nita Ambani in New York City, United States.

12 May 2019

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking

One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.

11 May 2019

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking

01 May 2019

Actor Rishi Kapoor is cancer free, confirms director Rahul Rawail

Last year in September, veteran actor, Rishi Kapoor, left his fans anxious as he suddenly moved to New York, USA, for getting an undisclosed medical illness treated.

12 Apr 2019

Irrfan's wife Sutapa Sikdar pens emotional note on his comeback

Last year when Irrfan Khan was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, he went missing from limelight almost immediately.

05 Apr 2019

After cancer treatment, Irrfan Khan begins shooting for 'Angrezi Medium'

Ever since Irrfan Khan returned to Mumbai from London post his cancer treatment, there have been speculations and presumptions about his onscreen comeback.