There has been a striking 79 per cent increase in new cases of cancer among the under 50s around the world over the last 30 years. According to a study published in the journal BMJ Oncology, the research has found that the...
A higher intake of ultra-processed or junk food has been associated with a greater risk of developing cancer, according to a study published in the Lancet last month. Ultra-processed food is basically any food out of a...
4th February, New Delhi: Integrated and comprehensive strategies, engaging all stakeholders in place of a siloed approach along with a focus on palliative care and preventive lifestyle, is the need of the hour in cancer care...
Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 9.9 million deaths in 2020. The World Cancer Day is observed on 4 February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention,...
This pandemic has exposed the weaknesses and lack of resilience of healthcare systems and these flaws have had major consequences for cancer care and cancer patients. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected health care services...
Cancer being a time sensitive disease and patients appear to be at increased risk of COVID-19 infection. The prime concern and challenge is related to patient safety. The dilemma revolves around, whether cancer patients...
An estimation of the Indian Council of Medical Research says that about 1300 people die of cancer every day in India. Recently, two legendary stars of Indian Cinema – Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor – died of cancer. An...
