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Merck says blockbuster cancer drug met main goals in trial of new under-the-skin formulation

The news may help Merck retain sales of Keytruda, which is the world’s best-selling drug.

Business - MarketWatch - 7 hours ago

Cancer patient in Wales denied life-extending drug

Rachel Davies is not able to access the life-extending drug because she lives in Wales.

The signs, symptoms and treatment of prostate cancer

One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with cancer – reports

Disgraced Hollywood movie producer undergoing treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia in a New York prison, NBC and ABC have reported. Disgraced Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein has been ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

The Other War for These Gazans Is Against Cancer

The small number of cancer patients from Gaza who are receiving care in Jordan’s capital, Amman, bear burdens beyond those of illness — deep feelings of guilt, along with fear and homesickness.

World - The New York Times - October 26

Harvey Weinstein said to have bone marrow cancer

Disgraced Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein has been diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, according to numerous reports.

Medical student shot dead at Memphis cancer walk

A medical student was shot and killed at a cancer walk in Memphis over the weekend. Authorities have charged her ex-boyfriend with murder.

How a winning racehorse changed everything for girl with cancer

When Betsy had stomach pain, her GP put it down to a virus - but the five-year-old had cancer.

Lung cancer on the rise in nonsmoking Asian women

While lung cancer rates have been declining for decades, it's still the deadliest form of cancer. Each year, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. ...

James Van Der Beek, of 'Dawson's Creek,' has been waging a private battle with colorectal cancer

The actor said he is 'privately dealing' with the diagnosis and 'there's reason for optimism,' according to People magazine.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 4

Gerry Connolly discloses cancer of esophagus diagnosis

Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) revealed Thursday that he has been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus, saying he is “very confident in a successful outcome.” “A few days ago, I learned I joined the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Group builds playground for young cancer survivor

After 8-year-old Christian Herrera's cancer diagnosis limited his time outside, volunteers from the nonprofit Roc-Solid built a backyard playground just for him. Now, Christian and his family ...

Thousands of lung cancer cases detected in lorry clinics

Specially adapted lorries have been visiting towns to offer NHS checks in the community.

Charity wants testing of men at high risk of prostate cancer

Prostate Cancer Research acknowledges more accurate tests would be needed to justify screening all men.

'My cancer was found as I was about to give birth'

After a Caesarean section, Laura Hudson had to endure chemotherapy and have a mastectomy.

Are cancer survivors less likely to develop Alzheimer’s?

Research shows that patients with a history of cancer are less likely to develop dementia and those with Alzheimer’s are less likely to develop cancer. Understanding this relationship, say ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Bayern extend GK contract after cancer diagnosis

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Maria Luisa Grohs has been diagnosed with a malignant tumor, she announced on Saturday as the club extended her contract in a sign of support.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Lung cancer survival rate improves: Research

The survival rate among those with lung cancer has improved by more than a quarter in the last five years, according to a new report. The findings from the American Lung Association's latest "State ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 hours ago