Scientists uncover shared immune mechanism between pregnancy and cancer
Researchers have discovered a common mechanism that allows both cancer and pregnancy to evade the immune system.
This breakthrough could lead to new ways to...
Study reveals hidden risks in ‘benign’ prostate cancer diagnoses
New research has highlighted the challenges of diagnosing prostate cancer accurately, balancing the risks of overdiagnosis and underdiagnosis.
Some experts have suggested reclassifying the lowest...
Understanding the causes of cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide. It starts in the cells of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus...
Fasting may boost cancer-fighting immune function
A new study from researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) suggests that periods of fasting can enhance the ability of natural killer...
Understanding the common causes of thyroid cancer
Thyroid cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck.
This...
Why many non-smokers develop deadly lung cancer
Researchers from UCL, the Francis Crick Institute, and AstraZeneca have discovered why targeted treatments for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) sometimes fail, particularly in...
Diabetes drugs linked to lower cancer risk
A recent study has found that certain diabetes medications, including the well-known drug Ozempic, are linked to a lower risk of some cancers related...
Common causes of head and neck cancers
Head and neck cancers are a group of cancers that develop in or around the throat, larynx, nose, sinuses, and mouth.
These cancers can be...
New MRI technique makes pancreatic cancer visible early
Detecting pancreatic cancer early is challenging because the pancreas is located deep in the abdomen, and its position varies among individuals.
This often allows tumors...
Common causes of brain cancer everyone needs to know
Brain cancer is a complex and frightening disease that affects many people worldwide. Despite significant advances in medical research, the exact causes of brain...