Cancer Research

Health December 1

New cancer therapy hunts and destroys deadly tumors in major breakthrough study

Researchers at UCLA have created an “off-the-shelf" cell-based immunotherapy that can seek out and destroy pancreatic cancer cells, even after the cancer has spread to other organs.

Health November 25

The deadly cancer hiding in plain sight — and why most patients never get screened

Researchers reveal that current lung cancer screening guidelines miss 65% of patients, and call for universal age-based screening to catch more cases.

Health November 25

Aggressive cancer warning signs revealed after JFK’s granddaughter's diagnosis

Acute myeloid leukemia symptoms include severe fatigue, shortness of breath and unusual bleeding, as highlighted by Tatiana Schlossberg's recent diagnosis.

Health November 17

Fast-growing cancer could be slowed by common blood pressure drug, research shows

Scientists accidentally discovered how an old blood pressure drug hydralazine could fight aggressive brain cancer by targeting cellular oxygen sensors.

Health November 14

Spike in deadly cancer before age 50 linked to common convenience foods

A new study reveals eating ultraprocessed foods increases early-onset colorectal cancer risk by 45%. Research links ready-to-eat foods to precancerous adenomas.

Health November 12

Some cancer patients could avoid surgery with innovative new therapy

Researchers say a new drug-delivery implant could help patients with hard-to-treat bladder cancer avoid losing their bladders — and stay cancer-free for years.

Health November 6

New pancreatic cancer treatment ‘wakes up’ immune cells, researchers say

A new pancreatic cancer therapy targets sugar molecules on cell surfaces, offering hope where traditional immunotherapies have failed in treating this deadly disease.

Health November 4

'Dilbert' creator's desperate plea shines spotlight on alternative prostate cancer drug

The FDA-approved drug Pluvicto offers hope for advanced prostate cancer patients, but access barriers remain despite proven effectiveness in extending survival.

Cancer October 30

Why cancer is hitting the Midwest harder than anywhere else in America

Cancer rates are rising alarmingly in America's Corn Belt states, including Iowa, Nebraska and Illinois, outpacing national averages since the mid-2010s.

Health October 27

Cancer cures could be in reach with cutting-edge medical tech, doctor predicts

An AI cancer detection breakthrough could deliver cures within five to 10 years, says Fox News medical expert. Revolutionary technology identifies cancer before it forms.

Health October 23

Cancer survival appears to double with common vaccine, researchers say

A new study finds that combining the COVID vaccine with immunotherapy may nearly double cancer survival rates — patients lived an average of 37.3 months compared to 20.6 months without the vaccine.

Health October 21

Breakthrough blood test could spot dozens of cancers before symptoms appear

A new Galleri blood test detected 75% of cancers without current screening options, with over half found in early stage I or II, according to GRAIL researchers in California.

Health October 15

Hidden type of breast cancer could be exposed by new breakthrough tech

Ohio State University scientists are applying artificial intelligence to predict which lobular breast cancer patients will face higher recurrence risks over the next decade.

Health October 2

Prostate cancer patients see longer survival with new combination drug

A UCLA study shows that a new treatment combining a radioactive drug with radiation therapy could help delay hormone therapy for men with recurring prostate cancer.

Health October 2

Risk of deadly cancer triples with hidden mouth bacteria, study finds

Scientists link poor oral health to dramatically higher pancreatic cancer risk, emphasizing the importance of regular brushing and dental care for prevention.

Health September 29

Weight-loss drugs now linked to cancer protection in women, major new study reveals

A new study finds that GLP-1 medications are linked to lower overall cancer risk, particularly for endometrial and ovarian cancers, in obese adults. Oncologist Dr. Slomovitz discusses the findings.

Health September 26

Common vitamin shown to slash skin cancer risk in some groups, study suggests

A new study finds that vitamin B3 (nicotinamide) at 500 mg twice daily reduces basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma risk in veterans over a 25-year period.

Health September 22

Two popular types of exercise could reduce cancer growth, study finds

New research from Edith Cowan University shows that a single bout of weight training or HIIT can boost anti-cancer myokines and reduce breast cancer cell growth in survivors.

Health September 18

Common over-the-counter medication slashes colorectal cancer recurrence in half

Researchers found that 160 milligrams of daily aspirin significantly lowered cancer recurrence risk for colorectal patients with PIK3 pathway alterations.

Health September 8

Popular sweetener could make cancer treatment less effective, study finds

A new study reveals that sucralose may reduce cancer treatment effectiveness, but supplementation could counteract the artificial sweetener's negative effects.

Health September 3

Erin Andrews had 'no symptoms' before cancer diagnosis, pushes for early screenings

Erin Andrews credits her routine gynecologist's visits with saving her life from cervical cancer and now advocates for early detection through a national campaign.

Special Report September 1

Father leads international effort to find a cure for son’s brain tumor

Fernando Goldsztein started the Medulloblastoma Initiative after he was told that there was nothing he could do to save his son, Frederico, after his diagnosis.

Health August 25

Risk of colon cancer slashed by eating specific types of vegetables, study finds

A Chinese study finds that consuming 20 to 40 grams per day of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale and cauliflower significantly decreases colon cancer risk.

Health August 21

Colon cancer may be missed as doctors rely on AI, alarming study warns

Medical experts warn that artificial intelligence in colonoscopy procedures could weaken physicians' natural abilities to detect tumors without technology.

Health August 16

Cancer vaccine shows promise in preventing recurrence of pancreatic, colorectal tumors

A new cancer vaccine targeting KRAS gene mutations shows promise in preventing pancreatic and colorectal cancer recurrence in a UCLA clinical trial.

Health August 11

Woman's snoring was symptom of rare form of cancer: 'Don't ignore it'

A 51-year-old mother's persistent nasal congestion and snoring was actually a symptom of a rare olfactory neuroblastoma tumor that surgeons successfully removed.

Health August 8

Colorectal cancer diagnoses soar among younger adults for one key reason

New research reveals that updated colorectal cancer screening among younger Americans has led to significant increases in local-stage tumor detection and diagnoses.

Health August 6

Woman beats deadly brain cancer with investigational cell therapy: 'Truly amazing'

A clinical trial of an experimental cell therapy shows promising results for glioblastoma patients, with tumors disappearing on MRIs after the breakthrough cancer treatment.

Health August 5

Cancer deaths hit 'alarming' surge due to common health condition, experts say

New research reveals that obesity-related cancer deaths in the U.S. have surged within 20 years, with obesity linked to 13 cancer types. Experts discuss the risk and prevention.

Health August 2

Common sweetener could hold untapped potential to fight aggressive cancer, study finds

Preliminary study reveals that fermented stevia extract may help fight pancreatic cancer cells, though experts caution that more human research is needed before clinical use.