The number of people in the United States who have beaten cancer is growing fast. As of the start of this year, there are about 18. 6 million survivors, up from 18 million just last year. This number is expected to keep going up, reaching over 22 million by 2035. This increase is due to a mix of factors. The population is growing and getting older, which means more p...
A local group in Chippewa Falls is organizing a big golf event to raise money for cancer research. The ChemCeed Foundation is behind this effort. The event is called Teeing Off for a Cure. This is the 12th time they are doing it. The event is a 9-hole golf scramble. It includes fun games, food, drinks, and prizes. It will take place at Lake Hallie Golf Course. The f...
A farmer from Chilliwack is taking on a massive challenge. Juschka Clarke is gearing up to cycle 7, 000 kilometers across Canada. She is not doing this alone. She is part of a team of eight cyclists. Their mission? To raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation. This journey is not just about the distance. It is about honouring loved ones lost to cancer. The ride is pa...
The US Department of Health and Human Services recently made a bold move. They ended a contract with Moderna. The contract was for developing an mRNA vaccine for bird flu. The reason given was that mRNA technology is not well-tested. This decision sparked a response from Pfizer's CEO, Dr. Albert Bourla. He strongly disagreed with the claim that mRNA vaccines are unde...
Colorectal cancer is a significant health issue in the United States, ranking as the second leading cause of cancer deaths. This year, over 150, 000 new cases are expected, with nearly 53, 000 fatalities. This is a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective prevention and treatment strategies. Recent studies presented at a major oncology conference ha...
Cancer trials typically focus on how well a treatment works and how safe it is. But there's more to consider. Patients also deal with how treatment affects their daily lives, their finances, and the time it takes. These factors are just as important. They can greatly influence a patient's experience and overall well-being. A new idea is to look at cancer trials in a...
The latest issue of a journal has taken a deep dive into the lives of students and teachers. It covers all levels of education, from primary to tertiary. This isn't just about academics, though. It also sheds light on mental health and cancer, two big issues that affect everyone, including students and teachers. For the first time, it also includes studies on palliat...
Puerto Rico is aging quickly. Almost everyone there is of Hispanic or Latino background. This is one of the fastest aging populations globally. The focus is on people aged 85 and older. This group faces a significant cancer challenge. Researchers looked into how common cancer is and how often it leads to death among these elderly residents. They also compared these n...
Prostate cancer is a significant health issue for men in the United States. It's the most common cancer among men, after skin cancer. The good news is that it can often be managed successfully. This is especially true if it's caught early. However, the story changes when the cancer spreads to other parts of the body, like the bones. This is what has happened in the c...
The Irish Association for Cancer Research celebrated its 60th anniversary in a big way. They teamed up with the European and American cancer research groups to host a major conference in Dublin. This event, which took place from the 27th to the 29th of February 2024, was a gathering of the brightest minds in oncology research. Experts from all over the globe came tog...