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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.

Healthcare

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Healthcare

'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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Green News

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.

Europe News

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.

Health news

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.

Healthcare

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.

Health news

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.

Health news

Global breast cancer toll to surge by 2050, WHO warns

The growing burden is expected to disproportionately affect developing countries.

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Cancer death rates are much higher in UK’s most deprived areas

A new report highlights “huge disparities” related to cancer care in the UK.

Business

Merck sales forecast underwhelms as it pauses some shipments to China

Shares of Merck slid on Tuesday in early trading after the drugmaker surprised Wall Street with a lower-than-expected 2025 sales forecast due partly to a pause in shipments of one of its top-selling products to China.

Health news

EU can dodge millions of cancers by hitting tobacco, alcohol reduction

Reaching EU targets on the use of tobacco and alcohol, as well as addressing unhealthy diets and air pollution could help reduce almost four million cancer cases, according to a new study.

Health news

Europe losing cancer remedy tech race to US and China – study

Despite hosting more oncology start-ups, Europe is lagging in the development of cancer technologies, losing the competitive edge in some promising research fields to the US and China, according to a new report.

wellbeing

Dry January: How drinking alcohol can affect your health

Alcohol has been linked to over 200 health conditions, including cancers, cardiovascular disease, and more.