April 16, 2018 SXSW: Scientists tout 'pen' technology that detects cancer in 20 seconds The MasSpec pen, developed by researchers from the University of Texas at Austin, is capable of detecting cancerous tissue in real time with over 96 percent accuracy. Medical experts hope it will revolutionize the way cancer is detected during surgery.
April 16, 2018 FDA green-lights 23andMe to sell test for 3 mutations of breast cancer gene The FDA on Tuesday will allow genetic testing company 23andMe to market directly to consumers its test that will help assess three mutations in a common type of breast cancer gene.
April 16, 2018 New organ called 'interstitium' may explain how cancer spreads, study says A group of scientists recently discovered an organ called the interstitium. It may help to explain how cancer spreads.
April 16, 2018 Care guidelines for cancer survivors often unclear Treatment guidelines on care for survivors of the most common cancers often lack specifics or offer conflicting advice about when or how often to do certain tests, a review of recent recommendations finds.
April 16, 2018 Blood test offers hope for better lung cancer treatment Researchers have taken an important step toward better lung cancer treatment by using blood tests to track genetic changes in tumors as they progress from their very earliest stages.
April 16, 2018 'Pen' can detect cancerous tissue in 10 seconds, researchers claim A new handheld device, the MasSpec Pen, could someday help cancer surgeons figure out what to cut and what to leave alone in real time.
April 16, 2018 New surgical goggles spot cancer tissue where human eye won’t, study claims The goggles have an integrated camera that can pick up infrared signals beneath the surface of the tissue.
April 12, 2018 Gynecologic cancers: Ways to reduce your risk This year more than 98,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer--- and about 30,000 will die from the disease. Dr. Manny talks with gynecologic oncologist, Dr. Sharyn Lewin about the signs and symptoms and what preventive measures to take
April 12, 2018 Teaching the immune system to fight back against cancer Breast cancer survivor, Dr. Yvonne Paterson is one of the early pioneers of tumor immunology. After founding Advaxis, a bio-tech company, her lifelong research is finally being developed to help cure metastatic disease
