Chiropractor broke mum’s pelvis treating ‘back pain’ before shock cancer diagnosis
Beverley Johnston, from Dennyloanhead, was diagnosed with an incurable blood cancer in October last year after suffering years…
Breast cancer and obesity: Explaining risks with compassion
Many risk factors tied to breast cancer are beyond the control of patients, including genetic factors. But patients…
Jessie J ‘frustrated’ as second breast cancer surgery postponed
“Obviously I’d already cancelled my tour so I was obviously frustrated but again it’s out of my control…
Young Southland mum faces incurable cancer months after own mum’s diagnosis
“They brought me into a room and told me that they were pretty sure it was cancer, but…
Major new study may lead to earlier detection of lung cancers
A major new study, which has recently begun recruiting, is hoped to lead to earlier detection of lung…
Philippine Firm Says It Was Asked to Bury Radioactive Dust
SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. said it was ordered by the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute to take custody of 23…
Want to live longer? How new drugs, AI and daily habits can extend lifespan
Million-dollar longevity clinics, IV drips, personalised genome sequencing – the quest for a longer, healthier life often feels…
Mitochondria and lysosomes work together to control regulatory T cell activation
Metabolism guides the activation states of regulatory T cells, the immune cells that prevent inappropriate activation of the…
Study reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis among Americans younger than 50
A comprehensive analysis of over 5.2 million hospitalizations reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis cases among Americans…
Parents of 11yo son with rare cancer in urgent bid to fund Houston treatment trial
Hugo Donaldson’s condition is a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. Photo / Supplied Scans in September this year…
How COVID mRNA vaccines may make cancer treatments more effective
A new study reveals that SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccines can amplify immune checkpoint therapy in lung and skin cancers…
Disruption of glial circadian rhythms linked to Alzheimer’s disease progression
Alzheimer’s disease is notorious for scrambling patients’ daily rhythms. Restless nights with little sleep and increased napping during…