Cancer Detection

Men above 50 must watch for these often-missed prostate cancer signs

Frequent urination, weak flow or blood in urine may be early signs of prostate cancer in men over 50, but these are often mistaken for ageing or ignored entirely

Respiratory viruses like flu, coronavirus may trigger cancer relapse: Study

A new study reveals that respiratory infections like common flu and coronavirus can awaken dormant breast cancer cells in the lungs, raising concerns for survivors

This simple test can help spot silent inflammation linked to heart disease

From heart disease to cancer and Alzheimer's, this simple test detects hidden inflammation that can warn of serious health problems before symptoms start

Good oral hygiene may lower cancer risk, suggests AIIMS-led research

New research from AIIMS Delhi highlights the strong link between oral health and reduced cancer risk, calling for better dental hygiene awareness across India

From blood pressure to mental health, key health checks men must not skip

From blood pressure to mental health, these essential screenings help men detect silent health risks early and stay ahead of preventable chronic conditions

Rising temperatures may be driving cancer risk in women, warns study

Women living in hotter regions face higher rates of breast, ovarian, cervical and uterine cancers, with heat-linked deaths also on the rise, study shows

Sperm donor with cancer gene fathered 67 kids across Europe; 10 diagnosed

A sperm donor unknowingly carrying a rare cancer-causing gene mutation fathered 67 children in Europe, with 10 diagnosed with cancer already, prompting urgent calls for limits on use of donor sperm

Reagan, Carter and Biden: A history of US presidents diagnosed with cancer

As Joe Biden begins treatment for prostate cancer, here's a look at other US presidents who faced cancer diagnoses and how their cases were managed

How Sanjay Dutt fought stage 4 lung cancer with chemo and resolve

Diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2020, Sanjay Dutt turned to chemotherapy, exercise, and family support in his fight against non-small cell lung cancer-diagnosed only after symptoms turned severe

AI tool claims your selfie can predict cancer survival more accurately

FaceAge, an AI tool developed by Harvard researchers, estimates biological age using facial images and can predict cancer survival outcomes more accurately than doctors

PM lauds cancer awareness drive in rural Delhi honouring ex-khap chief

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently paid tributes to former Palam 360 Khap chief Chaudhary Ramkaran Solanki on his fourth death anniversary and lauded the "Cancer Free Delhi Rural" campaign that was launched in his memory. The campaign that is being spearheaded by his son and the current head of the khap, Chaudhary Surendra Solanki, in collaboration with the Amerix Cancer Hospital aims to raise cancer awareness and provide free screenings across Delhi's rural regions. "I pay my tribute to respected Chaudhary Ramkaran Solanki ji on his fourth death anniversary. On this occasion, I was happy to know about the Cancer Free Delhi Rural programme organised by Chaudhary Surendra Solanki ji in his memory in Dwarka, Delhi. The work done by Chaudhary Ramkaran Solanki ji for the society and this effort to carry forward his ideals and values is commendable," a letter written by Modi on May 9 read. The prime minister acknowledged Solanki's unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers, ...

Hope after chemo: Lymph node removal may boost ovarian cancer survival

A recent study by Aiims, Delhi suggests that removing lymph nodes after chemotherapy may significantly improve survival rates among ovarian cancer patients

AI helping in early cancer detection via genomics solutions, data analytics

AI plays key role in enhancing early detection, diagnosis, and treatment outcomes

DNA Wellness to invest Rs 200 cr for 100 cervical cancer screening labs

City-based DNA Wellness on Thursday said it will invest Rs 200 crore to set up over 100 cervical cancer screening labs across India by 2027. The company has acquired exclusive rights to conduct the DNA Ploidy Test, a diagnostic tool developed by the British Columbia Cancer Research Agency, Canada, the company said in a statement. The test, also known as CERViSure, is a quick, accurate, and non-invasive method to detect cervical cancer. DNA Wellness also announced the launch India's first CERViSure laboratory in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, which will provide easy access to cervical cancer screening facility to people. "Going forward, DNA wellness will invest Rs 200 crore to set up some 100 dedicated CERViSure laboratories across India, in a phased manner by 2027, to help the DNA Ploidy reach a maximum number of patients," the company said. "By October 2024, the company will open dedicatedlaboratories in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot and Surat," Pathik Bhandari, Co-founder, DNA Wellness, ...

Rising cases of Breast cancer: Everything you need to know so far

Actor Hina Khan's recent stage 3 diagnosis underscores a concerning trend of breast cancer amongst younger women. So here's all about the breast cancer impacting overall survival and future recurrence

Now doctors use artificial intelligence for early cancer detection: Experts

Experts say tech still nascent, diversified dataset for correct risk profiling currently unavailable

Govt push puts spotlight on cervical cancer, experts hope for turning point

Cervical cancer is at the centrestage of public health concern with the government's push for vaccinations in the Union interim budget, a move that is a potential game changer for the disease that kills more than 77,000 women in India each year. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman last week said in her speech that the government will encourage vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV), which leads to cervical cancer, among girls aged 9-14. A day later, model-actor Poonam Pandey grabbed social media attention - and some headlines -- with claims she had died of the disease. It was a hoax, a stunt purportedly attributed to raising awareness about cervical cancer. The fake claim raised some buzz about cervical cancer. But it is the government's proactive stance to promote vaccinations that will raise awareness, foster early immunisation practices and marks a significant step towards preventing unnecessary fatalities, said scientists. The battle is complex and tough, they ...

British Indian doctor to undertake 'ground-breaking' cancer vaccine trial

The trial will be available for just 44 patients around the world. After the trial finishes, the vaccine will either be licensed for use or if it's successful, a bigger study will be carried out

National Cancer Awareness Day 2023: History, importance, myths and more

The National Cancer Awareness Day intends to bring issues to light about cancer in addition to encouraging support for research and treatment endeavours dedicated towards handling this deadly disease

Cancer cases up 79% among under-50 in past 30 years, reveals study

In 2022, India recorded around 146,000 cancer cases, and projections indicate that this number is set to rise to 157,000 by 2025