Five Ebola Patients Recover in DR Congo
Five patients who had recovered from Ebola were discharged from a hospital in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to health authorities.
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Daily Pill Doubles Survival Time for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
A daily pill has nearly doubled survival time for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, according to a clinical trial presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting. The drug, daraxonrasib, marks one of the biggest breakthroughs in decades, experts say.
Weight-Loss Drugs May Cut Breast Cancer Risk by 30%
Weight-loss drugs could reduce the risk of developing or dying from cancer by up to 30%, according to a series of studies presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting.
Groundbreaking Genomic Test Could Spare Millions from Chemotherapy
A groundbreaking genomic test could spare millions of breast cancer patients chemotherapy, according to trial results that may transform global healthcare guidelines. The findings will be presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting in Chicago.
Anger Over Decision Not to Extradite Canadian Suicide Kit Supplier
Bereaved families in the UK have expressed anger and frustration over the decision not to extradite a Canadian man who supplied suicide kits to victims in the UK, according to The Guardian.
Blood Test and Admissions Policy Changes Highlight ‘Test’ Trends
The American Cancer Society has added a blood test to colorectal cancer screening options, offering a new approach for people who avoid traditional methods. Meanwhile, Yale University is updating its testing requirements for applicants.
Kylie Minogue reveals cancer battles, motherhood dreams in Netflix doc
In a deeply personal moment during her Netflix documentary, Kylie Minogue disclosed her second cancer diagnosis in 2021, which she had kept secret for five years. She also revealed a heartfelt letter she wrote to a future child during IVF attempts after her first diagnosis in 2005.
UK Scientists Developing Ebola Vaccine for Trials in Months
UK scientists are developing an Ebola vaccine that could be ready for clinical trials within two to three months, according to BBC.
WHO: 12th hantavirus case confirmed in the Netherlands
The World Health Organization has confirmed the 12th case of hantavirus in the Netherlands, with the infected individual currently hospitalized in isolation, according to the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM).
UK Melanoma Cases Rise to Record 26,500 Annually
Melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK are projected to reach a record 26,500 new diagnoses annually by 2040, according to a recent analysis by Cancer Research UK.
Whale to be removed from Danish island after failed German rescue
Danish environment officials are planning to remove the carcass of a humpback whale from the island of Anholt, as concerns are raised of a potential health risk, according to the BBC.
US Doctor Contracted Ebola in DRC Flown to Germany
An American doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been flown to Germany for treatment, according to The Guardian.
Ebola Vaccine Could Take 9 Months as Death Toll Rises, WHO Warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Wednesday that a vaccine for the Bundibugyo species of Ebola could take up to nine months to be ready, as the death toll continues to rise in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries.
Drug addiction counsellor sentenced in Matthew Perry’s overdose death
A drug addiction counsellor has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in the overdose death of Friends star Matthew Perry, according to US media reports.
Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies at 47
Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, died of stage 4 glioblastoma at 47, his family announced Tuesday. He had traveled to Singapore for experimental treatments and attended NBA events before the cancer returned.