Colon cancer can be tricky. It often comes back in a new spot after treatment. This is called metachronous metastasis. Doctors want to find ways to predict who might face this issue. A recent study looked at patients with stage II or III colon cancer. These patients had surgery between 2016 and 202
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is facing a significant health issue: more older adults, especially those 85 and older, are getting cancer. This problem is growing faster here than in many other parts of the world. From 1990 to 2021, the number of new cancer cases in this age group in
In China, breast cancer patients often feel anxious and sad during their treatment. This can make their lives harder and their treatment less effective. A recent study looked at whether adding fun activities and learning sessions could help these patients feel better. The study involved 280 women w
Prostate cancer is tricky. It can hide, especially the most dangerous type, Grade Group 5 (GG5). Doctors often miss it during biopsies. That's why finding better ways to detect it is important. One tool that might help is the Cell Cycle Progression (CCP) score. It could point out hidden GG5 cancer.
Scott Adams, the creator of the famous Dilbert cartoons, has been dealing with serious health issues. Recently, he revealed that he is now paralyzed from the waist down due to prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Adams shared this news on social media, saying he can't move his muscles but
Cancer in dogs is a serious issue, especially for larger breeds. While you can't change your dog's genes, there are steps you can take to lower the risk of cancer. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight is crucial. Overweight dogs are more likely to develop cancer and have shorter lifespans. Make sur
The Knight family has made a huge donation to fight cancer. They gave $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University's Knight Cancer Institute. This is a lot of money. It is more than double the second-biggest donation this year. Warren Buffett gave $746. 7 million to his foundation. That is a
A new TV series is on the way, based on a book about a teen girl facing a tough battle. Campbell Cooper, the main character, is a sharp-tongued teenager dealing with cancer. After doctors say she won't survive, Campbell moves to a small town called Promise. This town is known for its miracles, but C
Cancer treatment just got a new twist with a clever use of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). Scientists have found a way to deliver this common household chemical directly to cancer cells, making it a potential game-changer in the fight against tumors. The big challenge with H2O2 is that it breaks down qui
In the world of medical research, a new player has emerged that could change the game for people with a tough type of blood cancer called acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This cancer is notorious for being resistant to many treatments, especially in cases with complex genetic issues like MECOM rearrang
