Understanding brain tumors: meningioma and glioblastoma
Brain tumors might sound scary, and that's mainly because we often don't know enough about them. Let's simplify things and look at two common...
Good fitness is linked to 40% lower risk of 9 major cancers
It turns out that staying fit while you're young can have some pretty impressive benefits down the line.
According to a large study published in...
Scientists develop a simple test to detect bladder cancer early
Bladder cancer, if caught early, has an impressive survival rate of over 80%. However, this number drops drastically if the disease is detected late.
Now,...
Heavy alcohol drinking is common in cancer patients
We often hear about the dangers of excessive drinking. From causing car accidents to leading to health problems, there's no shortage of reasons to...
Scientists develop a new drug to stop cancer
City of Hope, a top US cancer research organization, has unveiled exciting results from a study focusing on a groundbreaking pill that could fight...
Scientists find hidden link between diabetes and cancer
In the 1920s, an unusual discovery was made: cancer patients had sweet-smelling urine.
This strange symptom was soon linked to heightened blood sugar levels, indicating...
New study challenges the link between depression, anxiety, and cancer
For years, there have been whispers that emotional problems like depression and anxiety might be linked to an increased risk of developing cancer.
The idea...
Scientists find a new way to treat deadly brain cancer
Glioblastoma is a very aggressive type of brain cancer. It spreads fast and can damage healthy parts of the brain.
Right now, treating it is...
Research finds a new cause of cancer growth
A recent research endeavor by Flinders University in Australia has revealed that circular RNAs, newly identified genetic fragments, may play a role in determining...
Black cardamom may help fight cancer
Long ago, people in India believed black cardamom could help with many health problems. They used it for colds, coughs, and even severe lung...