Each year, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) hosts the world’s largest cancer conference—bringing together tens of thousands of clinicians, researchers, and innovators to shape the future of cancer care. Here are the key takeaways from this year’s event.
The early detection and effective treatment of lung cancer is a critical public health challenge. To address this, a multi-pronged strategy is essential.
In India, over half of lung cancer patients are non-smokers. Air pollution in Indian cities has reached levels where even non-smokers exhibit blackened lungs, similar to those of long-term smokers. This harsh reality demands a shift in our perspective, writes Sigal Atzmon.
It’s time to confront a hard truth: the current state of cancer treatment globally is not up to scratch. Despite advancements in medical science, the world’s approach to managing this pervasive disease is encountering significant hurdles, necessitating an urgent reassessment and a shift towards more effective strategies.
Mounting rates of cancer among such young people is particularly worrying given that our risk of developing the disease only grows as we age.
Cancer, previously primarily linked to individuals aged 50 and older, is currently experiencing a notable change in its demographic patterns
Returning to a full life after a serious illness is often a much bumpier journey than most people imagine. Here in part two of a special series on rehabilitation, we examine why patients aren’t receiving the physical therapy they so often need.
Why do we snack on pastries or potato chips rather than fruit or nuts, even when we know they’re bad for our health?
Finding a lump in one of your breasts, or noticing a sudden change is something that every woman dreads. Yet the reality is that, in most instances, there’s nothing to worry about and everything to be gained from performing regular checks.
Dermatological conditions are a frequent and debilitating side effect of many cancer treatments. But they don’t tend to last long and they can be a sign of better long-term outcomes.