Why common cancer drugs work differently than previously thought
Chemotherapy has long been a standard treatment for cancer, with researchers believing that certain drugs, known as microtubule poisons, halt the division of cancer...
Scientists find genetic cause of some brain cancers
Brain tumors meningiomas are the most common type of tumors affecting the central nervous system, occurring around the brain or spinal cord.
Every year, approximately...
Scientists find link between cancer and diabetes
In the 1920s, a peculiar observation was made: cancer patients exhibited sweet-smelling urine.
This intriguing symptom was swiftly associated with elevated blood sugar levels, suggesting...
Living alone may increase cancer risk by one third, study finds
A new study reveals that people who live alone face a greater risk of dying from cancer.
The study conducted by the American Cancer Society...
Scientists find the cause of failure in cancer drug development
Developing effective cancer drugs is a complex challenge, often hindered by unexpected results in clinical trials.
These drugs are designed to target specific mutated proteins...
Scientists find new light therapy to treat metastatic cancer
Metastatic cancer, a deadly disease with a low survival rate, continues to pose significant challenges in treatment.
Often, patients face relapse due to the persistence...
Old anxiety drug offers hope to brain cancer patients
Brain cancer, particularly glioblastoma, poses a formidable challenge in the realm of cancer treatment.
Glioblastoma is both the most common and deadly form of brain...
These diets may hold the key to fighting blood cancer
In the quest to find better treatments for leukemia, a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, scientists at Penn State's...
“Forever chemicals” (PFAS) to increased risk of thyroid cancer
Researchers at Mount Sinai have identified a concerning link between certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as "forever chemicals," and a...
Diabetes complications linked to worse colon cancer outcomes
Diabetes is a condition that affects how our bodies handle sugar (glucose). When not well-managed, diabetes can lead to various health problems, including vision...