Mum Dies of Brain Tumour Mistaken for Sinus Infection
Tragic story of Jennifer Roscoe, 38, whose brain tumour was misdiagnosed as a sinus infection, leading to her death from glioblastoma.
Category : Oncology
Gut Bacteria Could Predict Skin Cancer Recurrence with 94% Accuracy, Study Finds
New study shows gut bacteria can predict melanoma recurrence with 94% accuracy, but bacterial markers differ by region.
Rise in Lung Cancer Among Non-Smokers: A Distinct Disease
Lung cancer in non-smokers is rising, especially among young women. It is a distinct disease often caused by genetic mutations like EGFR, leading to adenocarcinoma.
Mel Schilling death: Three key bowel cancer signs often missed
Mel Schilling dies of bowel cancer aged 54. Experts highlight three often-missed symptoms: weight loss, fatigue, and stomach pain.
Daily pill doubles survival for advanced pancreatic cancer patients, trial shows
A new daily pill, daraxonrasib, doubles survival for advanced pancreatic cancer patients, hailed as a major breakthrough by experts.
Doctor warns of four 'silent killer' ovarian cancer symptoms women must not ignore
Dr Amir Khan warns of four subtle ovarian cancer symptoms including bloating and pelvic pain, urging women over 35 to seek help if symptoms persist for three weeks.
Woman describes grief after sister's death from cancer
Emma Dawson describes the raw grief after her younger sister Lucy died from advanced cancer at age 32, recounting the guilt and fear that followed.
Horseradish: The Pungent Spice with Cancer-Fighting Properties
Horseradish, a pungent root vegetable, offers health benefits including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and potential anticancer properties.
McConnell Not Cleared to Resume Senate Duties
Senator Mitch McConnell has not been cleared to return to work six weeks after a fall, his office confirmed, as he undergoes intense physical therapy.
Ultra-Fast Cancer Treatment Could Replace Radiotherapy
Flash radiotherapy, developed at Cern, delivers ultra-fast radiation in under a second, targeting tumours with fewer side-effects than conventional treatment.
Doctor's Top Anti-Ageing Pick: Medik8 Crystal Retinal Serum
Dr. Ewoma Ukeleghe, a former NHS doctor, recommends Medik8 Crystal Retinal serum for anti-ageing, citing its effectiveness and innovative formulation.
Record Cancer Cases Overwhelm NHS as UK Population Ages
Cancer cases in the UK hit record high, with 403,000 diagnoses yearly. NHS struggles with demand as ageing population drives increase.
HPV Linked to Aggressive Skin Cancer in New Study
Case study finds HPV19 integrated into skin cancer DNA; patient with immune deficiency recovered after stem cell transplant.
Scotland First in UK to Approve New Stomach Cancer Drug Zolbetuximab
Scotland becomes first UK nation to approve zolbetuximab, a targeted drug for advanced stomach cancer, offering new hope for patients.
Nurse's Breastfeeding Pain Was Terminal Cancer; Last Christmas Looms
Angel Madu, 39, thought her lump was breastfeeding pain; it was terminal cancer. With no NHS options, she flies to Mexico for £75k treatment. Fundraiser at £30k.
Manchester doctor's leukaemia diagnosis weeks before med school
Thomas Hunt flew home early from a holiday after feeling unwell, leading to an acute leukaemia diagnosis just weeks before starting medical school.
Actress's arm tattoo ends up under tongue after cancer surgery
Actress Harriet Trewhitt's arm tattoo now under her tongue after reconstructive surgery for tongue cancer. She says it's a good dating anecdote.
Björn Borg Opens Up About Aggressive Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Björn Borg reveals aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, remission, and personal struggles in new autobiography.
Woman Who Refused Cancer Treatment Was Influenced by Mother, Inquest Finds
Inquest finds 23-year-old Paloma Shemirani, who refused chemo for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, was influenced by her mother, a former nurse struck off for Covid misinformation.
Barry Manilow adds more tour dates after successful lung cancer surgery
Barry Manilow, 82, adds six dates to his tour after successful lung cancer surgery, despite some fan concerns over his recovery.
Davina McCall diagnosed with breast cancer one year after brain tumour
Davina McCall reveals breast cancer diagnosis and successful lumpectomy, one year after brain tumour removal.
Adrian Chiles Skin Cancer Diagnosis Prompts NHS Warning Signs Reminder
Adrian Chiles' skin cancer diagnosis serves as a reminder of NHS warning signs for non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancer.
Victoria Derbyshire devastated by hair loss after chemo
Victoria Derbyshire reveals devastation over hair loss from chemo, expresses gratitude for life, comments on PM's wife's mastectomy, and pays tribute to Sir Alex Younger.
Victoria Derbyshire: 'I was just glad to be alive' after cancer
Victoria Derbyshire said she was simply glad to be alive after her breast cancer diagnosis, discussing the side effects of chemotherapy and her mastectomy.
Man had four inches of penis removed after cancer ordeal
Steven Hamill, 33, developed aggressive penile cancer at 26. His penis swelled to four times its normal size, leading to four inches being amputated. He now raises awareness.
Breast Cancer Deaths in UK Reach Record Low as Overall Cancer Mortality Falls by a Third
Breast cancer deaths in UK hit record low; overall cancer mortality down nearly a third since 1980s, says Cancer Research UK.
David Cameron Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis, Calls for Targeted Screening
David Cameron reveals prostate cancer diagnosis, underwent focal therapy, and urges government to introduce targeted screening for the disease.
New immunotherapy drug shows 'stunning' results in advanced prostate cancer trial
Early trial of immunotherapy drug VIR-5500 shows tumour shrinkage in advanced prostate cancer, raising hopes for new treatment.
Mum heard voices to harm herself to save baby after birth
Jessie Calvert, 20, suffered hallucinations and heard voices after a traumatic birth, believing her baby was dead and that harming herself would keep Matilda safe.
Excessive burping could be a warning sign of bowel cancer, doctor warns
A doctor warns excessive burping could signal bowel cancer after a nurse was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer.
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