“Rogue” DNA Rings Expose Brain Cancer’s Earliest Secrets
Scientists report that rogue rings of extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) can emerge strikingly early in glioblastoma and may set…
Genetic mutation in some East Asians linked to aldehyde storm and increased liver disease risk
Researchers have identified the mechanism by which a common genetic mutation increases liver disease risk. Their findings suggest…
Progress stalls in fight against chronic diseases. These European countries have fared best
Published on 11/09/2025 – 6:00 GMT+2 ADVERTISEMENT Deaths from chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and neurological…
Australian basketballer Tiana Mangakahia dies of cancer aged 30
Australian basketball is in mourning after the death of former Opals and Sydney Flames player Tiana Mangakahia from…
Abnormal protein activity found to promote cell migration and spread of glioblastoma
Ever wondered how the different cells in our body communicate with each other to fulfill their different roles-be…
New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…
New method reveals how mitochondrial DNA mutations influence cancer growth
Mitochondria act as energy factories in cells and have their own, separate DNA. Mutations to mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)…
China’s healthcare sector sees record US$10.6 billion fundraising as biotech booms
China’s healthcare sector is on track to secure record fundraising this year, driven by robust global investor demand…
AI Tools Are Spreading Medical Scams Online
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at AI medical scams, using machine learning to derive drugs…
Philips Faces Deepened French Probe Over Sleep Apnea Device Safety
French prosecutors stepped up an investigation into Royal Philips NV for potentially causing danger to human health with…
New science improves clarity of genetic cancer tests
Cancer treatment is becoming more personalised. By considering a patient’s unique genetic and molecular profile, along with their…
Plastic Surgeon Goes Viral For Taking On Insurance Company Mid-Surgery
In between scrubbing in for surgeries, Dr. Elisabeth Potter, a Texas-based plastic surgeon who works with breast cancer…