A person was enjoying life, turning forty and planning big things. But life had other plans. A breast cancer diagnosis changed everything. This person had to face a lot of changes, like getting a port in the chest, avoiding raw fish, and shaving the head. But that's not all. The person had to deal w
Skin cancer is a widespread and potentially deadly condition. It is crucial to catch it early for successful treatment. Skin cancer makes up 1 in 5 of all cancer cases worldwide. Melanoma alone causes over 60, 000 deaths each year. This highlights the need for effective early detection methods. T
Skin cancer is a serious issue. It can be deadly if not caught early. In places where medical resources are scarce, diagnosing skin cancer can be tough. There aren't enough specialists to go around. This makes it hard to give patients the care they need. But there's a glimmer of hope. New technology
Cancer death rates in the US have been falling since 2001. This is great news. But there's a twist. While men have seen a drop in cancer diagnoses until 2013, women have seen a steady increase since 2003. This trend took a pause in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted medical care and
Breast cancer is a major health issue worldwide. Early detection and understanding risk factors are key to better outcomes. One tool that's gaining attention is Diffusion-Weighted Imaging (DWI) and Apparent Diffusion Coefficient (ADC) measurements. These tools help in spotting breast cancer. How
Olivia Munn has been open about her struggles with postpartum depression. She found it more challenging than her cancer battle. She had her first child, a son named Malcolm, in 2021. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023. She was not able to breastfeed. She had to stop breastfeeding immediate
The world of prostate cancer diagnosis has seen a significant advancement with the development of a new PET tracer. This tracer, known as Ga-PSMA-D5, is designed to target prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA). It has shown great promise in the detection of prostate cancer. The benefits of Ga-PS
In Japan, the number of people with Barrett's esophageal adenocarcinoma (BEA) has been climbing. This is due to several factors. Fewer people are getting infected with Helicobacter pylori. Plus, diets are becoming more Westernized. And obesity rates are going up. But finding BEA in someone in their
Dave Coulier, known for his role in "Fuller House, " is optimistic about his battle with cancer. He recently shared that a biopsy on a lymph node in his neck showed no signs of cancer. This news came after he completed his sixth round of chemotherapy in February. He is now eagerly awaiting the resul
Breast cancer is a tough journey. It brings a mix of emotions and a lot of stress. How people handle this stress varies. It depends on who they are, where they live, and who supports them. A recent effort looked into how women with breast cancer deal with the stress that comes with the diagnosis. T
