Scientists in Berlin have pioneered a new "carbon ion therapy" which will fire carbon ions at 73% of the speed of light for the extremely precise treatment of inoperable tumors. »»»
CHICAGO -- The Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO) will host its 39th Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer March 9-12 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. »»»
Each of us will be touched by cancer in our lifetime. Because of this, it is important to understand the different forms of cancer and the treatments available. »»»
WASHINGTON -- Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have developed a blood test with enough sensitivity and specificity to detect early stage ovarian cancer with 99 percent accuracy. »»»
Scientists have made a major advance in understanding the genetic causes of prostate cancer, opening a new front in the battle against the most common malignant disease in men. »»»
Developed in the world’s melanoma capitals of Australia and New Zealand, MoleSafe facilities can help to detect early skin cancer, specifically melanoma. »»»
TORONTO -- Women who take oral contraceptives lower their risk of developing ovarian cancer, with the protective effect still shielding them decades later, even if they've long since stopped taking... »»»
DENVER -- As a prostate cancer survivor, General Colin Powell is doing his part to inform men across the United States of the importance of prevention. »»»
LONDON -- Oncology, pain and communications experts from across Europe are today launching an innovative new educational workbook, entitled 'Cancer Tales': Communicating in cancer care, which... »»»
The use of hypnosis prior to breast cancer surgery reduced the amount of anesthesia administered during the operation, the level of pain reported afterwards, and the time and cost of the procedure,... »»»
Three cups of coffee a day can help prevent ovarian cancer, research suggests. A study found that caffeine reduces the risk of the disease by a fifth. »»»