Scientists halt common cancer with modified cold virus
Modified common cold virus gives hope to millions suffering from this cancer.
Bee venom can kill ‘untreatable cancer’ cells: study
Honeybee venom offers hope for the treatment of untreatable breast cancers, trailblazing Australian research reveals.
Do cancer survivors have lower risk of dementia?
A number of studies have found that cancer survivors have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Researchers have suggested that some of the biological mechanisms that contribute to cancer may also help to prevent dementia.
Researchers uncover new weapon to fight cancer, inflammatory diseases
Researchers studying malaria discover an immune system protein that has the potential to treat a wide range of cancers and inflammatory diseases.
Blood pressure drug linked to increased cancer risk in older Aussies
Drug’s properties can make skin more sensitive to the sun and heighten risk of melanoma, scientists say.
The health aid at our fingertips
Massage and myotherapy can improve quality of life for anyone suffering chronic pain and for those in palliative care.
Warning signs of kidney cancer
With kidney cancer rates rising, an oncologist outlines the warning signs you should never ignore.
Sedentary behaviour linked to increased risk of cancer death
Replacing sedentary behaviour with low-intensity physical activity or moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity may be associated with a lower risk of cancer mortality.
GPs warn of dangers as health checks plummet
Massive drop in cancer tests due to COVID-19 has medicos fearing late diagnoses may be too late for some.
Aspirin back in fashion with stunning bowel cancer results
High-risk group’s development of bowel cancer halved with two tablets a day.
Cancer costs soar for patients with private health cover
Cancer treatment can be twice as expensive for patients with private health insurance, but if they shop around and ask the right questions of doctors and service providers, savings can be made.
New cancer treatment listed on PBS
Treatment continues the battle to give cancer patients greater peace of mind while extending their life expectancy.