Breast cancer treatment often involves radiation therapy, which can be tough on healthy cells too. Scientists are looking for ways to protect these good cells while still effectively targeting cancer cells. One promising idea is using metal complexes, like those with copper and manganese, as protect
Cancer rates in Harare, Zimbabwe, have been changing over the last 30 years. This is important because it helps us understand how cancer is affecting people in Africa. The Zimbabwe National Cancer Registry has been keeping track of these changes. But, there is not much data like this from other part
Katelyn Jonozzo, a 31-year-old marathon runner, was always health-conscious. She started gymnastics at a young age and later became a dedicated marathon runner. In 2024, she qualified for the Boston Marathon, excited to run it in 2025. But her plans took a dramatic turn in February when she experie
Cervical cancer screening just got a big update. Now, women have more choices. They can use a self-swab HPV test. This test is easier and less invasive than the old Pap test. The American Cancer Society says this change could help more women get checked regularly. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a
Criscilla Anderson, known for her work with Britney Spears and her role in the Netflix show "Country Ever After, " passed away at 45 due to colon cancer. Her friend Lindsey Villatoro shared the heartfelt news on Instagram, revealing Criscilla's final message to her loved ones. Criscilla's message w
Cancer is a tricky foe. It has some common traits, but finding shared molecular patterns across different types has been a challenge. Now, with tons of data at hand, researchers are diving deep to uncover these hidden links. A recent study took a big leap. They looked at data from twelve different
Tammie Rosen, a key figure in the independent film scene, has passed away at 49 after a tough fight with cancer. She was the head of communications at the Sundance Institute, where she made a big impact. People who knew her say she was a great leader. Ebs Burnough, the chair of the Sundance Institu
Hugh Freeze's journey has been anything but smooth. The former football coach recently shared some personal updates that shed light on his current state. At 56, he's dealing with more than just career setbacks. Freeze revealed he's been battling prostate cancer since early 2025. The good news is tha
Black Diamond Therapeutics has shared some promising news about their drug, silevertinib. It's being tested on people with a specific type of lung cancer. The results from the second phase of trials show that 60% of patients responded well to the treatment. This includes 25 partial responses and one
Bladder cancer is a serious health issue. But there's hope on the horizon. Scientists are looking into how natural killer (NK) cells can help fight this disease. NK cells are like the body's own soldiers. They attack cancer cells. This study focuses on genes linked to NK cells. It's about finding ou
