How chemotherapy fights cancer
Chemotherapy, often called “chemo,” is one of the most common treatments for cancer. It uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells or stop them...
Why are more young people getting bowel cancer?
Bowel cancer has long been thought of as a disease that mostly affects older people, but that’s changing fast. In Australia and around the...
The leading risk factor for cancer isn’t what you think
If you were to ask most people what causes cancer, the answer would probably be smoking, alcohol, the sun, hair dye or some other...
From Pharaoh’s curse to cancer cure: Scientists turn toxic tomb fungus into life-saving drug
A fungus once feared for causing deadly infections in ancient tombs is now offering new hope in the fight against cancer.
Researchers from the University...
Scientists detect the earliest signs of ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is often called a “silent killer” because most people don’t know they have it until it has already spread to other parts...
Understanding long-term side effects of cancer treatment
Finishing cancer treatment is a major milestone, and many people feel relief and hope once it’s over. But for many cancer survivors, the end...
These natural foods can help fight cancer
While no single food can prevent or cure cancer, some foods have natural compounds that may help the body fight cancer cells and reduce...
These daily habits may cause cancer
Cancer is a serious disease that happens when abnormal cells grow out of control in the body. While some risk factors, like age or...
Could feeling very tired be an early sign of cancer?
Fatigue is something almost everyone experiences. Whether it’s from a lack of sleep, stress, a busy lifestyle, or even an illness like the flu,...
Is it possible to cure stage 4 cancer?
Hearing the words “stage 4 cancer” can feel terrifying. It’s often seen as the most serious kind of cancer, and many people think it...