Cancer, heart disease, stroke-linked deaths are declining globally but there is warning about other diseases. Here's what research study revealsDeaths from dementia, other neuropsychiatric conditions including alcohol use disorder, and some other cancers like pancreatic and liver ha...
14 Sep, 2025, 09.22 PM IST
New cases of breast cancer could be up 38 pc by 2050 globally; related deaths by 68 pc: StudyBy 2050, breast cancer cases and deaths are expected to rise significantly, particularly in countries with low human development index. Res...
24 Feb, 2025, 10.46 PM IST
Research finds risk-reducing mastectomy can decrease breast cancer mortalityA study published in the British Journal of Cancer reveals that risk-reducing mastectomies (RRM) in women with certain genetic variants can...
19 Feb, 2024, 05.16 PM IST
People can avail treatment for any type of cancer under Ayushman Bharat scheme: Jitendra SinghUnion Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, a medical professional, stated that early detection is crucial in controlling Type 2 Diabetes and lifesty...
30 Jul, 2023, 07.49 AM IST
Cancer mortality sees increase in women but declines in men, finds studyThe cancer mortality trend in India has decreased by 0.19 per cent annually among men but increased by 0.25 per cent among women, which tra...
29 Jul, 2023, 11.40 AM IST
Apollo Cancer Centres launches breast cancer detection test in tie up with Datar Cancer GeneticsThe EasyCheck- Breast test developed by Nashik-based molecular diagnostics company Datar Cancer Genetics, has received breakthrough designa...
22 Jun, 2022, 07.04 PM IST
Oral cavity & lungs cancer common in Indian men, women suffer from cervix & breast tumourPoor survival rate can be attributed to a delay in diagnosis, poor availability and access to treatment centres.
04 Feb, 2020, 10.27 AM IST
Young and vulnerable: Breast cancer on the rise among Indian women in late 20s, early 30sCancer burden has doubled in India over last 26 years.
25 Oct, 2018, 01.04 PM IST
Ladies, get some sun! Vitamin D may cut breast cancer riskThe vitamin is also known to help in building healthy bones.
19 Sep, 2018, 06.12 PM IST
- Muscle loss may up mortality risk in breast cancer patients
New York, April 8 (IANS) Loss of muscle mass in women with breast cancer may increase their risk of mortality, says a study.
08 Apr, 2018, 04.47 PM IST
30 minutes of exercise, 5 days a week may help you keep breast cancer at bayBreast cancer-related mortality has shown a declining trend because of early detection and improved treatment.
24 Oct, 2017, 11.03 AM IST
Health ministry to roll out screening & control programme of 5 non-communicable diseasesIn the first phase, the population based screening component will be rolled out in 100 districts in 32 states and UTs with about 1,000 sub-...
21 Jan, 2017, 08.02 PM IST
Grilled meat consumption increases mortality risk among breast cancer survivorsCooked meat intake is a highly prevalent source of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and other carcinogenic chemicals.
06 Jan, 2017, 05.55 PM IST
New gene therapy technique can stop the spread of malignant cancer cellsThe therapy could be used alongside chemotherapy to treat early-stage breast cancer tumours before they spread.
20 Sep, 2016, 07.16 PM IST
Can you escape breast cancer?Breast cancer is fast becoming the most common cancer in most cities of India. It is also one of the leading causes of death in women.
20 Feb, 2016, 04.04 PM IST
Cancer rates on the rise in lower-income countries: StudyThe increase in many low-and middle-income countries is partially due to increases in risk factors that are typical of Western countries.
14 Dec, 2015, 05.51 PM IST
Facts and timely decisions can help Indian women fight breast cancerGiven the rising incidence of breast cancer in India, there is an urgent need to educate the public about breast cancer as well as counsel ...
19 Nov, 2013, 10.55 AM IST