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Researchers discovered how to flip pancreatic cancer cells from treatment-resistant back to treatable, opening new hope for one of the deadliest cancers. The breakthrough could transform how doctors fight tumors that stop responding to chemotherapy.
Beloved Australian comedian Magda Szubanski announced she's in remission after completing chemotherapy for stage four mantle cell lymphoma. The Kath and Kim star shared the "fantastic news" nine months after her rare blood cancer diagnosis.
A groundbreaking study of over 3,000 breast cancer patients reveals that staying active during chemotherapy significantly improves how women feel physically, emotionally, and mentally. The best part? Any type of movement helps, from walking to strength training.
A Bangalore scientist created an AI test that identifies which early-stage breast cancer patients actually need chemotherapy, potentially sparing 70% of women from unnecessary treatment. The breakthrough comes as breast cancer cases in India surged to nearly 240,000 in 2025.
William Goff survived leukemia as a baby, but chemotherapy damaged his heart. Two years ago, he received a life-saving transplant and now plays baseball again.
Stage 4 cancer survivor Jessica DeCristofaro is turning her hardest experience into comfort for others. She's creating care packages filled with essentials that help patients feel supported during chemotherapy.
A South Florida woman who beat stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma now creates care packages filled with items she wished she had during treatment. Jessica DeCristofaro has sent more than 10,000 Chemo Kits across the country to help patients feel less alone.
A new radiation treatment for advanced prostate cancer is helping patients skip harsh chemotherapy while getting better results. Texas Oncology in Longview is now offering Pluvicto, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells.
Patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia now have a new treatment option that doesn't require chemotherapy and allows time off from treatment. The FDA approved the first all-oral, fixed-duration therapy for this common adult leukemia.
Researchers developed a blood test that could help doctors decide which chemotherapy will work best for young men with testicular cancer. This breakthrough could spare patients from aggressive treatments that won't help them while identifying better options.
Canadian snowboarder Max Parrot went from battling stage II Hodgkin lymphoma through 12 rounds of chemotherapy to winning Olympic gold at Beijing 2022, just three years after his diagnosis. Now 32, he's training to defend his title at Milano-Cortina 2026 while inspiring others to never give up.
A new charity providing free wigs to chemotherapy patients and people with hair loss conditions celebrated a heartwarming launch in Salisbury. OCTO transforms years of hospital wig donations into an official organization ready to help even more people across southern England.
Patients with one of the deadliest cancers can now use an electric field device at home alongside chemotherapy. The wearable patches add two months of survival time without the harsh side effects of traditional treatments.
A researcher who grew up using a "pharmacy tree" in India just won a grant to test whether its compounds can fight pancreatic cancer with fewer side effects than chemotherapy. El Paso faces the highest pancreatic cancer rates in Texas, making this breakthrough research especially urgent for the local community.
Cambridge researchers discovered why lung and ovarian cancers return after chemotherapy and found a promising way to stop it. The breakthrough could help millions of patients facing cancer recurrence.
After undergoing surgery and chemotherapy, basketball player Nikola Topic received a standing ovation as he made his NBA debut. The emotional moment captured fans celebrating his remarkable journey from cancer patient to professional athlete.
UK cancer patients can now receive three chemotherapy cycles instead of six without compromising survival, following groundbreaking research that prioritizes quality of life. The NHS has already updated its treatment guidelines to offer this less toxic option.
Scientists used microscopic worms to discover two promising treatments that could protect cancer patients from the painful nerve damage caused by chemotherapy. The breakthrough could help millions complete lifesaving treatment without debilitating side effects.
Researchers created an AI tool that predicts which ovarian cancer treatments will work best for each patient right at diagnosis, using slides doctors already have. The breakthrough could help patients avoid ineffective chemotherapy and find better options faster.
Researchers at Brown University Health have discovered a molecule that could revolutionize treatment for glioblastoma, one of the deadliest brain cancers. The breakthrough explains why some tumor cells resist chemotherapy while others don't.
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