Damaging effects of ageing could be prevented, scientists claim
Some of the damaging effects of ageing could be stopped by the manipulation of cells, according to new research.
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North-east mum organises spooky charity fundraiser after cancer diagnosis
A north-east mum who was diagnosed with cancer is organising a spook-tactular fundraiser for charity.
New drug that could save young leukaemia patients’ lives approved for NHS use
A potentially life-saving new treatment for children with a rare form of leukaemia is being made available on the NHS – but a drug for adults with blood cancer has been rejected.
New bowel screening service launched at Aberdeen hospital
A new screening service for those concerned about bowel cancer has been launched at a north-east hospital.
Scientist criticises lack of response to processed meat cancer risk study
A leading scientist, who co-authored a report on the link between cancer and processed meats such as bacon and ham, has criticised the Government for failing to act on its findings.
New ‘Trojan horse’ cancer drug shows promise in trials
A “Trojan horse” drug which attacks tumour cells from within may offer new hope to cancer patients with few options left, researchers say.
Triple cancer survivor to cycle from Twickenham to Tokyo
A grandfather who has survived three types of cancer is cycling from Twickenham to Tokyo to raise money for charity.
Lung cancer scans to be offered in trucks in supermarket car parks
Trucks in supermarket car parks will offer lung cancer checks under a new scheme to be rolled out across England.
New ‘Trojan horse’ cancer drug shows promise in trials
A “Trojan horse” drug which attacks tumour cells from within may offer new hope to cancer patients with few options left, researchers say.
Scrubs actor Sam Lloyd ‘diagnosed with cancer’
Sam Lloyd, who played bumbling lawyer Ted Buckland in the American comedy-drama Scrubs, has been diagnosed with cancer.
New bowel cancer test ‘leads to higher participation in screenings’
The introduction of a simpler test for bowel cancer has led to an increase in the number of people taking part, official analysis suggests.
Rogue ‘Cell of Origin’ may be the starting point of all cancers
All cancers may be triggered by a rare rogue stem cell that has learned how to cheat death, research suggests.
Cancer charity launches support groups in north-east town
A cancer charity has announced a programme of support groups in a north-east town.
Risk of obesity-related cancer ‘increasing in younger US generations’
The risk of developing an obesity-related cancer is increasing for millennials in the US, according to a new study.
Tories pledge fast-track cancer diagnosis service
The Scottish Conservatives have pledged to introduce fast-track cancer diagnosis to improve waiting times for patients.
MSP and breast cancer survivor sister unite to support World Cancer Day
An MSP and her breast cancer survivor sister are urging people to help raise money for research by wearing a unity band to support World Cancer Day.
Sore throat could indicate cancer of larynx – study
GPs should consider cancer of the larynx when patients report a persistent sore throat – particularly when combined with other seemingly low-level symptoms, research suggests.
Five-year survival rates for common cancers show little improvement
Five-year survival for breast, prostate and bowel cancer has barely improved in the last decade, new figures suggest.
North-east mum with incurable cancer says thanks for ‘dream wedding’ donations
“It has gone from us originally planning a registry office and a quiet meal in Peterhead to my absolute dream wedding. It has been amazing.”
Cancer referral guidelines updated to help identify symptoms early
Guidelines on cancer referrals in Scotland have been updated in a bid to recognise symptoms of the disease earlier.
Extra staff needed to meet cancer strategy aims
Staff shortages within the NHS risk undermining the Scottish Government’s £100 million cancer strategy, a new report has found.
Breast cancer cells can be forced to become ‘harmless’ fat cells, say scientists
Breast cancer cells can be turned into harmless fat cells, early research suggests.
North-east mum Laura’s dying wish is to marry the man she loves
Laura Colborne, from Peterhead, was given the devastating news she has incurable cancer last week and is now making plans for the final months of her life.
Aberdeen man ‘feared worst’ over wife’s cancer news
An Aberdeen man has spoken of his wife’s cancer battle and hailed her as a survivor to help highlight a new health campaign.
Protein shows promise in tackling breast cancer
An experimental treatment based on a naturally occurring protein could offer new hope for women with one of the deadliest breast cancers.
Mexico trip for Aberdeen mum in bid to beat cancer
An Aberdeen mum-of-two who doctors predicted has five to nine months left to live hopes to travel to Mexico in a bid to beat cancer.
Donations bolster Aberdeen charity’s cancer battle
An Aberdeen cancer charity today hailed north-east residents for a year of generosity.
Call for action on cancer risk from processed meats like bacon and ham
A senior food scientist and top NHS doctor have joined politicians from across Parliament to demand action on the cancer risk from processed meats like bacon and ham.
Bloating might not be sign of too much food, cancer charity warns
Persistent bloating, a major symptom of ovarian cancer, could be mistaken as a result of post-Christmas weight gain, a charity has warned.
Glasgow experts lead UK pancreatic cancer research
Half of the top dozen UK pancreatic cancer researchers are based in Glasgow, new analysis has found.