NHS Expands Genetic Testing for Minority Ethnic Cancer Patients
The NHS has introduced groundbreaking genetic testing for a fifth genomic variant, addressing disparities in chemotherapy safety for Black and minority ethnic cancer patients.
Category : Cancer Care
Bowel Cancer Mistaken for Food Intolerance in Mum's Story
A 39-year-old mother from South London initially blamed dairy and spicy foods for her upset stomach, but it turned out to be bowel cancer. She urges others to check symptoms and seek medical advice promptly.
Breast Reconstruction Delays: Women Wait Years Post-Lockdown
Hundreds of women who had mastectomies during the Covid-19 pandemic are still awaiting breast reconstruction surgeries, facing physical pain and emotional distress due to NHS backlogs and resource shortages.
AI Predicts Bowel Cancer Drug Response for NHS Patients
A new AI tool, PhenMap, developed by researchers in London and Dublin, predicts how advanced bowel cancer patients respond to the NHS drug bevacizumab, potentially sparing thousands from ineffective treatments and severe side-effects.
Runner's Life Changed by Unexpected Cancer Diagnosis
Abi Sherratt, 27, was fit and healthy when a friend noticed a swollen neck. She was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and is now running the London Marathon to raise funds for cancer research.
Marathon Runner's 100-Mile Tribute to Father Lost to Prostate Cancer
Chris Asher, 50, will run the London Marathon followed by an 80-mile journey to Margate to honor his father and raise funds for Prostate Cancer UK, emphasizing early detection.
Mum's Cancer Return Spurs Son's Marathon Fundraising Drive
After doctors cleared his mother of small cell lung cancer, Phil McCullough's joy turned to grief when it returned months later. Now, he's running the London Marathon to support Maggie's, the charity that helped them through the ordeal.
Repurposed Drug May Extend Survival in Aggressive Ovarian Cancer
A clinical trial reveals that relacorilant, a drug used for Cushing's syndrome, could improve outcomes for patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, offering new hope in treatment.
Couple's Cancer Battle: Both Parents Diagnosed With Young Kids
Jolene and Spencer Eddy faced unimaginable challenges when both were diagnosed with cancer while raising three young children. Their story of resilience and hope inspires many.
GOSH Plans Tablet Switch for Kids as Young as 4 to Save NHS
Great Ormond Street Hospital research reveals switching children from liquid medicine to tablets could save £40,000 per patient annually, with kids as young as seven preferring the taste of pills.
Woman Recovers from Three Deadly Diseases with Cell Therapy
A 47-year-old woman with three life-threatening autoimmune diseases achieved a near-normal life after CAR T-cell therapy, marking a world-first recovery and resetting her immune system.
Gin and Tonic Pain Revealed Stage Four Cancer Diagnosis
Lauren Firenze experienced severe pain after drinking alcohol, which led doctors to discover Hodgkin lymphoma. Her story highlights unusual symptoms and a supportive love journey.
Mastectomy Journey: Finding Relief After Genetic Cancer Diagnosis
Rachel Watkyn shares her emotional story of undergoing a double mastectomy after discovering a rare genetic mutation, revealing unexpected feelings of empowerment and peace.
Jane Fallon Slams Fake AI Obituary During Cancer Recovery
Author Jane Fallon, partner of Ricky Gervais, denounces disgusting AI-generated fake obituary and hospital images circulating online following her breast cancer diagnosis and surgery.
Dee Freeman Dies at 66 After Lung Cancer Battle
Dee Freeman, known for her role on The Young and the Restless, has passed away at age 66 following a courageous fight against stage four lung cancer, her family announced on Instagram.
Itching Nightmare Diagnosed as Hodgkin's Lymphoma After Year
Sumbul Ari endured 11 months of severe itching and fatigue, dismissed by doctors as dry skin or eczema, before being diagnosed with Stage 2-3 Hodgkin's lymphoma in Cairns, Australia.
Beverley Callard Shares Emotional Cancer Journey and Denial
Former Coronation Street star Beverley Callard reveals her emotional struggle with early-stage breast cancer, discussing denial and the wait for post-surgery results in a candid Instagram video.
Breathlessness, Fatigue Could Signal Bowel Cancer, Doctor Warns
A doctor explains that breathlessness, fatigue, and sudden urges to use the toilet could be lesser-known symptoms of bowel cancer, urging early detection through NHS screening.
Vaping Linked to Cancer Risk: Study Reveals Warning Signs
Australian researchers find vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer, with early signs like DNA damage and inflammation. The study urges regulators to act now.
Betty Mukherjee's Womb Transplant Journey After MRKH Diagnosis
Betty Mukherjee, 28, from Race Across the World, opens up about her MRKH disorder diagnosis, fertility treatment with partner Dan, and hopes for a womb transplant to start a family.
Alea O'Shea, 25, Fights Brain Cancer with GoFundMe Campaign
Former Home and Away actress Alea O'Shea, diagnosed with brain cancer, continues treatment as friends launch fundraiser to cover medical costs, raising over $80,000.
Kelsey Parker's Tribute to Tom Parker Four Years After Death
Kelsey Parker shares emotional tribute to late husband Tom Parker on fourth anniversary of his death, reflecting on grief, family, and keeping his memory alive.
Cancer Survivor's Journey from Death Sentence to New Life
George Jerjian shares his harrowing story of being told he had six months to live due to a bone tumor, only to discover it was benign, leading to a transformative recovery and new career.
Huntington's Disease: Living as a Ticking Time Bomb
Sarah Power has known her fate for 18 years after testing positive for Huntington's Disease at age 23. Now 41, she shares her journey of fear, family loss, and newfound hope with a breakthrough treatment.
Stomach Pain Leads to Brain Tumour Diagnosis in Father
A 37-year-old man's severe abdominal pains led to a shocking brain tumour discovery, highlighting rare medical cases and the challenges of diagnosis and recovery.
Itchy Skin Led to Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis at 26
Georgie Swallow shares her harrowing journey from persistent itchy skin to a stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma diagnosis, detailing her treatment, relapse, and life after cancer.
Gran's Cancer Misdiagnosed as Constipation, Now Needs Private Chemo
Sarah Williams, 53, was told to take laxatives for constipation, only to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that spread. She now faces private chemotherapy due to NHS delays.
Mum Warns: Breast Shrinkage Can Signal Cancer
A mother from Salford shares her journey after noticing breast shrinkage, an unexpected symptom that led to a stage four breast cancer diagnosis, urging women to check for changes.
Polyurethane Implants Cut Mastectomy Complications in Cancer Study
A new European study reveals that polyurethane-coated breast implants significantly reduce scarring and infection risks for women undergoing radiotherapy after mastectomy, improving recovery outcomes.
BBC Actor Finnian Garbutt, 28, Enters Hospice with Terminal Cancer
Finnian Garbutt, the 28-year-old star of BBC's Hope Street, has shared a heartbreaking update from his hospice bed after his terminal skin cancer diagnosis progressed rapidly throughout his body.
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