I approached the receptionist at my oncologists’ office with a sense of fear. At 56 years old, I had recently been diagnosed with breast cancer after my annual mammogram. Uncertainty loomed over me – would I survive? Had they caught it early enough? “Greetings, I’m Gina, and I have an appointment,” I said to the …
A recent study has raised concerns about a significant increase in cancer rates among young people over the past decade. Specifically, diagnoses of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers in Americans under 50 have surged, with the most significant rise observed in individuals under 19, at a staggering 109%. Between 2010 and 2019, the number of GI cancer …
According to a new assessment of cancer cases in the United States, there is both good news and troubling news. The good news is that cancer numbers are decreasing for individuals aged 50 and older. However, the troubling news is that cancer cases have increased among those under 50, particularly among women in their …
The NHS has made a commitment to enhance the speed of diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients by streamlining performance targets. These controversial reforms will reduce the number of cancer waiting time indicators from ten to three. Health officials argue that these changes will prioritize what matters most to patients, reduce bureaucracy, and align with …
A recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open has revealed a concerning increase in the rates of early-onset cancer among younger individuals from 2010 to 2019. The study found that the incidence rates of early-onset cancers have substantially risen, with gastrointestinal cancers exhibiting the fastest growth among the observed cases. Using data from …
Suki Thompson, a cancer campaigner and close friend of Susannah Reid, spent her final weeks surrounded by loved ones with a view of her beloved Cornish beach. Tragically, Suki passed away from skin cancer shortly after appearing on Good Morning Britain to raise awareness about the importance of sunscreen. Suki, who was originally diagnosed with …
The Health Secretary has announced plans to allow individuals displaying signs of cancer to go for a scan without having to see a GP. Steve Barclay is working on proposals to combat waiting lists in the NHS, aiming to provide patients with specialist help more quickly. Currently, patients experiencing cancer symptoms typically visit their GP …
A recent study conducted by researchers from Sweden analyzed data from over one million men. The study found that high fitness levels in young men reduced the risk of lung cancer by 42%. By Xantha Leatham, Deputy Science Editor For The Daily Mail Published: 23:30 BST, 15 August 2023 | Updated: 23:30 BST, 15 August …
Cancer targets are set to be “merged” rather than eliminated, asserted a health minister today. The National Health Service (NHS) plans to implement three targets focused on faster patient treatment and diagnosis, reducing the current assessment measures from 10. Will Quince, working under Health Secretary Steve Barclay, emphasized that this decision aligned with the NHS …
Eric Braeden, the renowned actor known for his role as Victor Newman in the long-running CBS soap opera “The Young and the Restless,” has recently announced that he has successfully overcome cancer. At 82 years old, Braeden shared the news of his diagnosis back in April, revealing that he had been dealing with prostate issues …