Now playing Next Health news UK moves forward with trials of new cancer vaccine in humans The UK government has signed an agreement with COVID vaccine developer BioNTech to treat up to 10,000 cancer patients with a new vaccine. 06/07/2023
Now playing Next Work Meet the CEO on a personal crusade to crush cancer stigma at work A campaign launched by Publicis Groupe’s chief executive to empower workers receiving cancer treatment has got the backing of more than 600 companies. 29/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news How zebrafish could hold the key to fighting brain cancer in humans Zebrafish brains share a number of characteristics with those of humans, which is why they’re being used to track the movement of cancer cells in real time. 26/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news Gas stoves can emit chemical linked to blood cancers, study finds Home cookers raise levels of benzene, a chemical linked to a risk of cancers of the blood cells, to well above "health benchmarks". 19/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news US approves new drug for 'aggressive and hard-to-treat' form of cancer US regulators approved a new drug used to treat an aggressive form of lymphoma, Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche announced on Friday. 16/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news UK researchers trialling breath test for early detection of cancer The breath test allows researchers to capture vapours and gases which can be analysed to detect the presence of biomarkers of certain cancers. 15/06/2023
Now playing Next Italy Cancer survivors in Italy and Spain wait for ‘right to be forgotten’ Millions of cancer survivors in Italy and Spain face discrimination when applying for insurance or loans, with their medical history tanking their chances of obtaining long-term deals -- even when they've been cancer-free for decades. 06/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news This daily pill could cut lung cancer deaths by 51% Cancer specialists have just made a huge step in treating one of the most deadly strains of the disease. 05/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news Scientists have found a way to get brain cancer cells to self-destruct Aggressive glioblastoma tumours could be in trouble: a breakthrough discovery successfully wiped out cancer cells in mice. 03/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news Nitrosamines: What are these toxic chemicals in our foods and drugs? Europe is investigating the risks posed by nitrosamines - chemicals found in food products and medicines that have been linked to cancer. 02/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news This quantum tech can make MRI imaging 100,000 times stronger NVision leverages quantum technology to make MRI imaging 100,000 times more precise, using existing machines. 02/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news Scientists find protein that can extend lives and kill cancer cells The researchers aim to reduce cancer recurrence risks, supercharge cancer-killing cells, and explore the potential for extending human lifespans. 19/05/2023
Now playing Next Health news These tiny worms can smell cancer in your pee Scientists say the humble roundworm can sniff out cancer cells and could help save lives by spotting tumours at a very early stage. 16/05/2023
Now playing Next Health news How scientists are using AI to supercharge mRNA vaccines and drugs A new AI-driven software has written code for COVID-19 vaccines that trigger up to 128 times greater antibody responses. 15/05/2023
Now playing Next Health news An mRNA vaccine shows promise against one of the deadliest cancers Pancreatic cancer is one of the most stubborn and deadliest types of cancer. Could tailored mRNA vaccines help the immune system fight it off? 15/05/2023
Now playing Next Health news Doctors are testing radiation to cure a major cause of cardiac arrest Radiation normally reserved for cancer patients is being tested on 400 patients to see if it helps repair misfiring heart cells. 02/05/2023
Now playing Next Health news Glider with tumours on board tests if cancer grows in zero gravity Scientists are trying to find out if gravity has an effect on cancer, heart rates, and bone fractures by using a glider to create weightlessness. 21/04/2023
Now playing Next Nutrition Calorie counts on menus could prevent thousands of cancer deaths Restaurant and fast food chains in the US with 20 or more outlets have to put calorie counts on their menus - and research shows this is saving thousands of lives. 19/04/2023
Now playing Next Green News Air pollution harms health from before birth to old age Researchers say pollution affects our quality of life and impacts our ability to work, learn and contribute to society. 17/04/2023
Now playing Next Italy Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi in intensive care with leukemia Former Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi is being treated for a lung infection that is a result of chronic leukemia . 06/04/2023