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Carrying the weight: Cancer caregivers and nutrition care
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New research conducted by Ipsos among informal cancer caregivers in Spain, Poland, France and Germany showed that 93% of caregivers worry about the weight and muscle loss they notice in their loved ones.
Biden team says diagnosis only made in last week amid Trump criticism
The former US president’s office said his "last known" prostate cancer screening was in 2014 amid speculation that he had been hiding his diagnosis.
Joe Biden has prostate cancer. Here's what to know about the disease
Doctors say aggressive prostate cancer, like the former US president's, can be treated but not cured. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Former US President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer
Doctors diagnosed Biden prostate cancer on Friday, saying the cancer cells had spread to the bone.
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Former Uruguayan President José Mujica dies at age of 89
The Latin American country's 40th leader — known as "Pepe" — became internationally renowned because of his humble lifestyle.
Weight loss drugs could slash cancer risks by 41% compared to surgery
Larger studies are needed to confirm the findings, which offer the latest evidence that the medicines can do much more than help people lose weight.
German woman rid of cancer after new double-lung transplant surgery
The surgery method could offer new hope for some late-stage cancer patients who are out of other options.
Scientists develop tool to predict biological age using just a selfie
The tool has some limitations, but could eventually be used to help predict health outcomes, the researchers said.
Which cancers are rising among people under age 50?
While cancer diagnoses are increasing among younger people, death rates are not rising for most cancers, the study found.
King Charles III says his cancer journey showed the 'best of humanity'
The British monarch, who announced he had cancer last year and is still undergoing treatment, was reflecting on his diagnosis at a charity event.
'After pregnancy loss, test to find out why revealed I had cancer'
Few cancers are passed from parent to child, but genetic testing can help identify people at higher risk. In Sidney Raskind's case, it may have saved his life – but experts say these tests come with tradeoffs.
Childhood toxin exposure could be driving cancer uptick in under-50s
Gene mutations linked to a bacterial toxin were more common in people who developed cancer early than those diagnosed after age 70.
New spit test better than blood test at detecting prostate cancer
The saliva test appears to be more accurate than the standard test, which uses blood samples.
Testicular cancer: Warning signs and how to check you have it
Testicular cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if it’s caught early. Here’s what you need to know about checking for signs and treatment.
South African farm workers demand EU stops flow of toxic pesticides
Pesticides deemed too dangerous for Europe continue to be made here and exported. South Africa’s farm workers have had enough.
King Charles briefly hospitalised after cancer treatment side effects
Britain’s King Charles III’s health has been closely monitored ever since announcing his diagnosis with an undisclosed form of cancer early last year.
How do European countries compare on breast cancer deaths?
Breast cancer death rates are expected to drop across European countries, here’s a look at how different women’s age groups compare.
Demand for specialised medical care to ease suffering is surging
Nearly 74 million people are in need of palliative care, but there are major gaps in access, a new study suggests.
New report warns Europe is backsliding on serious health issues
How much progress has Europe made on health? Many challenges lie ahead, a new report from WHO Europe says.
Global breast cancer toll to surge by 2050, WHO warns
The growing burden is expected to disproportionately affect developing countries.