Keywords: Cancer


New studies reveal how DNA movement and cell mechanics drive cancer development

A wave of new research is transforming scientific understanding of cancer at its most fundamental level. Several studies published in recent weeks show that the physical behavior of DNA and the internal mechanics of cells play a far greater role in cancer development and spread than previously understood,......

Plant based diets linked to lower risk of major chronic diseases

A plant-based diet centered on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes is associated with reduced risk of several chronic diseases. These benefits are driven by lower inflammation, improved cholesterol levels, better blood sugar control, and positive effects on gut microbiota. Outcomes depend......

France campaign uses bold slogan to break colon cancer screening taboo

A new awareness campaign in France aims to normalise discussion of colon cancer and encourage more people to take part in screening. Led by La Ligue contre le cancer, the initiative is part of the “Mars bleu” month dedicated to colorectal cancer prevention and uses a deliberately provocative......

Scientists engineer bacteria to destroy cancer from within

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed modified bacteria capable of infiltrating and consuming solid tumors, offering a potential breakthrough in non-surgical cancer therapy. Their study, published in ACS Synthetic Biology, builds on years of work using microbes to selectively......

Personalized mRNA vaccine keeps most breast cancer patients in remission

An individualized mRNA vaccine has kept most women with triple negative breast cancer in long term remission, according to results published in Nature, offering new evidence that tailored immunotherapy may provide durable protection against one of the most aggressive forms of the disease. The study,......

Cancer figures in Lebanon raise serious concern, warns health minister

Lebanon’s Minister of Health has raised the alarm over the country’s cancer statistics, describing them as deeply concerning and calling for stronger efforts in prevention and public awareness. Speaking at a conference held in Mount Lebanon on the occasion of World Cancer Day, Health Minister......

Mirna El Mohandes dies at 39 after long battle with colon cancer

Mirna El Mohandes, the Egyptian actress whose gentle screen presence and romantic roles left a lasting mark on television and cinema, died on August 5, 2015, after a prolonged struggle with colon cancer. She was 39. Born on May 3, 1976, in Cairo, her life and career unfolded alongside decades of chronic......

“A Major Step For France”: health minister announces nationwide lung cancer screening by 2030

French Health Minister Stéphanie Rist announced on Wednesday that lung cancer will now be included in a nationwide screening program, similar to existing initiatives for breast and colon cancer. The announcement coincided with World Cancer Day, highlighting France’s commitment to early detection......

Caltech unveils enzyme-powered bubble robots for tumor targeting

Scientists at the California Institute of Technology and the University of Southern California have pioneered microscopic bubble-shaped robots that autonomously seek out tumors and deliver anticancer drugs, marking a significant leap in practical medical microrobotics. Led by Wei Gao, a professor of......