Research on cancer

Health news

Basque Country halves colon cancer deaths with screening programme

A Spanish study links the colorectal cancer screening programme rolled out in the Basque Country to a 50% drop in deaths among people aged 50 to 69.

05/08/2026

Health news

Why one smoker gets cancer and another doesn't

For the first time scientists provided evidence on the effect genetic makeup has on developing cancer, underscoring the need to take personalised care into account.

27/07/2026

Health news

Why are more young adults being diagnosed with some cancers?

Well-known risk factors such as smoking, alcohol use, diet, and physical activity have not been increasing among younger adults in recent decades, except for obesity. But researchers say that alone cannot fully explain the rise of cancer among young adults.

30/04/2026

Health news

Tiny capsules could make radiotherapy safer and more effective

This approach aims to reduce the side effects of radiotherapy on healthy tissues. The project relies on the use of lithium-6.

19/03/2026

Sci-Tech

Inside Japan’s biotech scene: personalised DNA and cancer care

In partnership with The Government of Japan

As Japan faces the challenges of a rapidly ageing population, homegrown biotech pioneers are redefining the boundaries of preventative medicine and precision oncology.

23/02/2026

Health news

Nearly 40% of cancer cases are likely preventable, study says

A new study has revealed that more than one third of new cancer cases globally could be prevented by controlling common risk factors such as smoking and alcohol.

04/02/2026

Health news

Calorie restriction increases the effectiveness of chemotherapy, study

A controlled reduction in calorie intake can increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy in the treatment of sarcomas. Research has shown that this restriction reduces tumour volume and protects healthy cells from treatment damage.

04/02/2026

Health news

Scientists achieve pancreatic tumour regression in breakthrough study

A new study by researchers in Spain found that triple therapy eliminates pancreatic tumours in mice

28/01/2026

Nutrition

Study finds link between ultra-processed foods and colorectal cancers

Women who ate the most ultra-processed foods had a higher risk of developing polyps that can lead to cancer compared with women who ate the least.

14/11/2025

Health news

Blood test for prostate cancer cuts risk of dying by 13%, study finds

One life was saved for every 456 men invited for a prostate cancer screening, the study found.

30/10/2025

Health news

Obesity-related cancer rising globally, study warns

Thyroid, breast, colorectal, kidney, and endometrial cancer diagnoses are surging worldwide, with colorectal cancer increasing fastest in people under 50.

21/10/2025

Health news

Breast cancer: What you need to know about early detection and risk

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder of the importance of early detection and education in the fight against the most common cancer in women.

18/10/2025

Health news

Alcohol is fuelling thousands of cancer cases in Europe, WHO warns

Alcohol consumption is a major cause of cancer in Europe, the WHO's cancer research agency warned in a new report.

14/10/2025

Health news

This special protein found in bacteria could kill cancer cells

The new process was tested in breast, colon and pancreatic cancer cells.

10/10/2025

Health news

Trump signs executive order to use AI in fight against child cancer

The move doubles previous funding but comes against a backdrop of broader cuts to federal science budgets, including the loss of grants for long-running pediatric cancer research networks.

01/10/2025

Health news

Why are more young people seemingly getting cancer?

Are early-onset cancers really rising - or are doctors just finding more of them?

30/09/2025