University of Washington researchers have detected Echinococcus multilocularis, a disease-causing tapeworm, in West Coast wildlife for the first time. The parasite, previously found in Canada and the Midwest, can cause fatal, cancer-like cysts in humans and animals.
A 70-year-old man in Xi'an, China, was diagnosed with lung cancer due to a 2.1 cm lung nodule. After surgery, doctors discovered it was a chili tip, mistaken for cancer due to its density and shape on CT scans. The doctor noted this is the third such case in his nearly 30-year career.
Professor Richard Scolyer, a renowned pathologist, documented his battle with glioblastoma and became 'patient zero' in a radical immunotherapy trial. Despite his diagnosis, he pursued ambitious goals, including a 100km daily bike ride and completing 280 parkruns, inspiring many with his determination and openness.
Professor Richard Scolyer, a renowned pathologist, died of brain cancer after documenting his fight and becoming 'patient zero' in a radical treatment. He also completed a challenging bike ride and inspired many with his determination and openness.
Actress Natalie Ng Man-yan, former Miss Hong Kong, has died at 51 after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. Diagnosed in 2022, her cancer relapsed and spread to multiple organs. Ng documented her struggle on social media, inspiring many with her resilience.
Poolbeg Pharma will trial its oral drug POLB 001 at six NHS hospitals to prevent cytokine release syndrome (CRS), a dangerous side-effect of cancer immunotherapy. The drug could improve patient safety and save healthcare systems millions by allowing treatment outside specialist centers.
PhD students in Australia are facing financial hardship due to low stipends, with rates falling below the poverty line. A recent report recommended increasing stipends to $50,000, but the government has not committed to the changes, sparking concerns about equity and Australia's research capacity.
A large-scale study from Harvard University suggests that men ejaculating over 21 times per month may have a 19-22% lower risk of developing low-risk prostate cancer. However, frequent ejaculation showed no significant protective effect against high-risk or metastatic prostate cancer. Urologist Huang Po-jen emphasizes that this is an observational study showing correlation, not causation, and advises against deliberately altering ejaculation frequency for cancer prevention. He recommends a healthy lifestyle and regular screenings as the primary methods for prostate cancer prevention.
Revolution Medicines' experimental drug, daraxonrasib, has shown unprecedented success in treating advanced pancreatic cancer, doubling patient survival rates and significantly reducing the risk of death by 60% compared to standard chemotherapy. The drug, a first-in-class RAS(ON) inhibitor, targets specific RAS gene mutations and demonstrated a remarkable improvement in tumor shrinkage and patient quality of life, with a much lower incidence of severe side effects. The FDA has granted it expanded access and speedy review.
Chinese urological cancer experts are now influencing global treatment models, according to Professor Ye Dingwei. At the 2026 ASCO annual meeting, five studies from China were presented, with Ye's team from Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center contributing three oral presentations on bladder and prostate cancer. Their research focuses on optimizing perioperative strategies, first-line treatments for advanced cancers, and salvage therapies for drug-resistant cases, marking a shift from surgical platforms to comprehensive treatment and original research.
Pesquisa da Unicamp desenvolve terapia com complexo de prata e anti-inflamatório (AgNMS) para câncer de pele não melanoma. Em fase clínica, o tratamento busca ser menos invasivo que cirurgias e mais acessível que imunoterapia, com potencial para remissão total.
Jessie J, Jessica Cornish, is finding success in China's music market, performing on the show "Singer" and adapting lyrics to local cities. The Chinese market, strengthened by copyright laws and post-Covid industry growth, is lucrative for Western artists like Westlife and Charli XCX, who adapt to local preferences for melody and vocal technique, despite challenges like censorship and tattoo visibility rules.
An environmental campaign group, Fighting Dirty, is taking legal action against the UK government over new chemical safety regulations. The group claims the proposals could allow the fast-tracking of chemical hazard classifications from countries with lower standards into UK law, potentially weakening protections against carcinogens.
SpaceX's Cargo Dragon spacecraft is scheduled to undock from the International Space Station (ISS) on June 16 at approximately 4:05 p.m. GMT. It will return to Earth carrying experiment results, including cartilage tissue samples and materials for cancer research, splashing down off the coast of California on June 17.
India's National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority approved a 50% price hike for Carboplatin and Cisplatin cancer injections due to rising raw material costs and supply concerns. Prices for anti-tetanus immunoglobulin and three childhood vaccines were also revised to ensure availability.
Frank Michael, chanteur italo-belge célèbre pour ses chansons d'amour comme Toutes les femmes sont belles, est décédé à 79 ans après une bataille contre le cancer des poumons. Avec plus de 15 millions de disques vendus, il a maintenu une discrétion médiatique malgré son succès international.
Hong Kong actress Barbara Chan Man-yee has died at the age of 66. She passed away peacefully on Friday morning at Prince of Wales Hospital after an illness, surrounded by family. Her sons announced her death, stating that a private memorial service will be held.
Un maillot de bain spécialement conçu pour les femmes ayant eu un cancer du sein a été développé à Hendaye par Decathlon. Il intègre des poches pour prothèses et des finitions sans couture pour le confort et la dissimulation des cicatrices.
Taiwan's Insurance Bureau has excluded home cancer chemotherapy from new in-home acute care insurance due to a lack of statistical data on its incidence. Current policies only cover pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and soft tissue infections. Insurers will use data from these three conditions to develop future policies for home cancer treatment.
French sailor Charlie Dalin, winner of the Vendée Globe in record time, has died of cancer at the age of 42. He was diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer in 2023 but kept it private during his record-breaking solo circumnavigation.
French sailor Charlie Dalin, winner of the Vendee Globe race, has died at 42 after a battle with cancer. He set a record time in the 2024-25 edition while undergoing treatment.
New Medicaid work requirements, with stricter definitions of medical frailty, could cause many sick Americans to lose health coverage. Patients like DeAnna Brandon, a blood cancer survivor, worry they won't be able to meet the new proof requirements, despite being unable to work.
AstraZeneca's oral anti-obesity drug, elecoglipron, has shown promising results in a study, demonstrating a good safety and tolerability profile while leading to significant weight loss and appetite reduction.
Perrine Le Pape, wife of Vendée Globe winner Charlie Dalin, announced his death on June 11, 2026. Dalin, who won the race in 65 days, had revealed his battle with intestinal cancer detected two years prior.
