UK Cancer Death Rates Fall by Almost a Third Since 1980s
Cancer death rates in Britain have dropped by 29% since the 1980s, driven by advances in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, though challenges remain.
Category : Cancer Care
Holiday Leg Aches Lead to Tragic Loss from Leukaemia
Marie Fellows recounts the heartbreaking story of her 10-year-old daughter Larissa, whose holiday leg aches turned fatal from undiagnosed leukaemia, leading to a foundation in her memory.
Cancer Patient in Limbo: Tumors Too Small for Treatment
Kerie Ivory, diagnosed with stage 4 neuroendocrine cancer, faces a paradoxical struggle: her small, slow-growing tumors disqualify her from recommended treatments, leaving her in a state of fatigue and uncertainty while awaiting progression.
Couple's Cancer Journey Leads to Deeper Intimacy and Fun
Will's prostate cancer diagnosis and surgery transformed his and Lucy's sex life, improving communication and sparking a playful collection of toys, showcasing resilience and renewed connection.
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Will & Grace Actor Corey Parker Dies at 60
American actor Corey Parker, known for roles in Will & Grace and Friday the 13th, has passed away at age 60 following a metastatic cancer diagnosis.
Bacon Backlash Hits UK Supermarkets Over Cancer Fears
Sales of nitrite-cured bacon have plummeted by 7.3% in three months, while nitrite-free alternatives rise 20%, driven by WHO cancer warnings and consumer health concerns.
Storage Staff Run 100km Relay for Cancer Research
Access Self Storage employees from across the UK united in London for a 100km charity relay race during Self Storage Week, raising vital funds for Cancer Research UK through a collaborative team effort.
Cancer, Politics, and Parking: A Personal Year in Review
John Crace reflects on a tumultuous year caring for his wife through cancer treatment, navigating NHS care, political absurdities, and everyday frustrations like parking fines.
Beverley Callard Updates After Cancer Surgery, Ready for Work
Coronation Street star Beverley Callard shares a positive update after breast cancer surgery, revealing she can skip a second operation and plans to return to filming Fair City soon.
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London Mum: Menopause Harder Than Chemo After Breast Cancer
A London mother-of-two diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer at 37 reveals medically-induced early menopause has been more challenging than chemotherapy, highlighting overlooked symptoms and lack of support for young women.
Finnian Garbutt's GoFundMe for Family After Cancer Diagnosis
Hope Street star Finnian Garbutt, 28, has established a fundraising campaign to support his wife and 18-month-old daughter following his Stage 4 skin cancer diagnosis, which he revealed is now in its final stages.
Weight Loss Drugs Could Reduce Addiction Risk, Study Finds
A US study indicates GLP-1 receptor agonists, used for diabetes and obesity, may lower addiction risks and overdose deaths by influencing brain reward pathways.
Cancer Patient Stranded in Dubai Amid Drone Attacks
A mother with stage three lung cancer is trapped in Dubai due to drone attacks, fearing for her health as chemotherapy is delayed and flights are canceled.
Cancer Patient Scammed by Fake Daughter Text
A 73-year-old cancer and stroke survivor lost nearly all his savings after scammers impersonated his daughter in text messages requesting emergency funds, devastating the vulnerable father.
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Bruce Campbell Diagnosed with 'Treatable, Not Curable' Cancer
Horror icon Bruce Campbell announces cancer diagnosis, calling it 'treatable, not curable.' The Evil Dead star will step back from conventions and work to focus on health.
Bruce Campbell Diagnosed with Cancer, Pauses Career
Horror icon Bruce Campbell, famous for playing Ash Williams in Evil Dead, announces a cancer diagnosis. He will cancel appearances to focus on treatment, reassuring fans of his resilience.
Finnian Garbutt, 28, in Last Stages of Life After Cancer
TV actor Finnian Garbutt, known for his role in BBC's Hope Street, shares devastating news that his cancer has progressed rapidly, entering the final stages of his life at age 28.
Guide Dog Dropout Marcus Becomes Beloved Therapy Dog
Marcus, a black Labrador once deemed too lazy for guide dog work, now thrives as a therapy dog at Cancer Fit in Sydney, bringing comfort to cancer patients with his affectionate nature.
Nurse Dies After Cancer Misdiagnosed as Breastfeeding Pain
Angel Madu, a 39-year-old A&E nurse, passed away after her stage four cancer was initially mistaken for breastfeeding discomfort. Her family shares her heartbreaking story.
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Nihal's Life with XP: A Story of Resilience and Hope
Nihal, diagnosed with xeroderma pigmentosum, faces a 4,000 times higher skin cancer risk. Wearing a special helmet, she navigates daily life, from TV appearances to marriage, defying odds.
Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis Delay: A Family's Tragic Story
Grace Gillen shares her father's heartbreaking journey with pancreatic cancer, where diagnosis took months but death came in just six days. She now runs the London Marathon to fund early detection research.
Prostate Cancer Drug VIR-5500 Shows 'Stunning' Early Results
Early trials of the immunotherapy drug VIR-5500 for advanced prostate cancer have shown promising results, with significant tumour shrinkage and minimal side-effects reported in patients.
Christmas Headache Was Actually Stage 4 Brain Cancer
Rose Biggs, 35, initially dismissed her headaches as festive stress before discovering two brain lesions. The mother-of-two had previously survived breast cancer twice.
Dad's Cancer Fight: Farewell Party to Marathon Run
A Fulham father who lost a testicle to cancer held a Zoom farewell party, completed a penis-shaped run, and is now tackling the London Marathon to raise awareness for men's health.
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Magda Szubanski in Stage Four Cancer Remission
Australian comedian Magda Szubanski reveals she is in remission from stage four cancer, sharing her journey and gratitude for medical care and support.
Womb Stem Cell Surgery Helps Boy with Spina Bifida Walk
A three-year-old boy, Tobi Maginnis, who was expected to be paralyzed due to severe spina bifida, can now walk after pioneering stem cell surgery performed in the womb as part of a world-first clinical trial.
Orforglipron Pill Outperforms Semaglutide in Weight Loss Trial
A clinical trial reveals that the daily pill orforglipron leads to 6-8% body weight loss in diabetes patients, surpassing oral semaglutide, offering a potential non-injection alternative to Wegovy and Mounjaro.
Beverly Callard Cries 'Like a Baby' After Cancer Surgery
Coronation Street star Beverly Callard opens up about her emotional breast cancer battle, detailing hospital complications and moments of vulnerability.
Portable Life Support Doesn't Hold Back Liam Pearce's Active Life
Liam Pearce, 27, lives with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) for end-stage heart failure. Despite initial fears, he now skis, runs a business, and embraces life, delaying a heart transplant to enjoy his current vitality.
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Lawyers Challenge Bayer's $7.25bn Roundup Cancer Settlement Deal
A group of 14 law firms representing nearly 20,000 plaintiffs is seeking to intervene in Bayer's proposed $7.25bn Roundup settlement, citing unfairness to cancer sufferers and concerns over the deal's terms and negotiation process.
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