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New Landmark Drug Nearly Doubles Survival In Advanced Pancreatic Cancer, FDA Approves
The US FDA has approved daraxonrasib, a targeted oral drug for previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer. In a 500-patient trial, it nearly doubled median overall survival compared with standard chemotherapy
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New Indian AI Tool May Help Trace What Triggered A Person's Cancer
Indian researchers have developed MutAIverse, a generative AI platform that analyses DNA damage and traces possible chemical exposures behind it
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Moderna-Merck Breakthrough Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise In Clinical Trial For Melanoma Treatment
A personalised mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck has met key goals in a Phase 3 melanoma trial. The treatment is designed around mutations unique to each patient's tumour, potentially opening a new chapter in personalised cancer care
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New HIV Pill Delivers Breakthrough Results In First Human Trial
Researchers say the treatment appears safe and effective so far, although larger Phase 3 trials will be needed before it can be approved for widespread use.
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India's New Cervical Cancer Breakthrough Pill May Stop HPV Before It Turns Cancerous
India has taken a significant step towards preventing cervical cancer with SHetA2, a first-in-class anti-HPV drug candidate licensed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to Emcure Pharmaceuticals
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Same Cancer, Different Treatment? Doctors Explain Why Personalised Care Wins
Two people with the same type of cancer may receive completely different treatments. Experts explain how genetics, tumour biology, overall health and precision medicine are transforming cancer care and improving patient outcomes.
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Blood Test May Predict Lung Cancer Risk 5 Years Before Diagnosis: Study
Scientists have identified a 14-protein blood signature that may predict lung cancer risk more than five years before diagnosis. The discovery could pave the way for earlier screening, prevention and treatment of the world's deadliest cancer.
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Experimental Hepatitis B Drug May Offer 'Functional Cure' For Some Patients
Breakthrough hepatitis B drug bepirovirsen offers functional cure in some patients, may reduce need for lifelong treatment, say studies.
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Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
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Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
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OpenAI Cracks 80-Year-Old Math Mystery. Why You Should Care Even If You Hate Math
What's next? Will machines now compete for Nobel Prizes? And why the world needs to pay attention before it gets left out in the cold.
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The Future Of Gut Health: 5 Medical Breakthroughs On The Horizon
The future of gut health was discussed in great detail at the 16th India Probiotic Symposium. Here are the five medical breakthroughs that are expected to come into existence in the near future.
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No More Expensive Treatments? Scientists Create Cancer-Fighting Cells Inside Body
Researchers at the University of California have developed a method to engineer cancer-fighting T cells that bypasses costly lab procedures.
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Medical Breakthrough: 62-Year-Old Woman Regains Ability To Walk After Complex Knee Replacement Surgery
A woman who had to crawl to move around for several years due to a severe knee deformity caused by rheumatoid arthritis can stand and walk again due to a complex robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery at a private hospital in Gurugram.
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Medical Breakthrough: 62-Year-Old Woman Regains Ability To Walk After Complex Knee Replacement Surgery
A woman who had to crawl to move around for several years due to a severe knee deformity caused by rheumatoid arthritis can stand and walk again due to a complex robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery at a private hospital in Gurugram.
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New Landmark Drug Nearly Doubles Survival In Advanced Pancreatic Cancer, FDA Approves
The US FDA has approved daraxonrasib, a targeted oral drug for previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer. In a 500-patient trial, it nearly doubled median overall survival compared with standard chemotherapy
-
New Indian AI Tool May Help Trace What Triggered A Person's Cancer
Indian researchers have developed MutAIverse, a generative AI platform that analyses DNA damage and traces possible chemical exposures behind it
-
Moderna-Merck Breakthrough Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise In Clinical Trial For Melanoma Treatment
A personalised mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck has met key goals in a Phase 3 melanoma trial. The treatment is designed around mutations unique to each patient's tumour, potentially opening a new chapter in personalised cancer care
-
New HIV Pill Delivers Breakthrough Results In First Human Trial
Researchers say the treatment appears safe and effective so far, although larger Phase 3 trials will be needed before it can be approved for widespread use.
-
India's New Cervical Cancer Breakthrough Pill May Stop HPV Before It Turns Cancerous
India has taken a significant step towards preventing cervical cancer with SHetA2, a first-in-class anti-HPV drug candidate licensed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to Emcure Pharmaceuticals
-
Same Cancer, Different Treatment? Doctors Explain Why Personalised Care Wins
Two people with the same type of cancer may receive completely different treatments. Experts explain how genetics, tumour biology, overall health and precision medicine are transforming cancer care and improving patient outcomes.
-
Blood Test May Predict Lung Cancer Risk 5 Years Before Diagnosis: Study
Scientists have identified a 14-protein blood signature that may predict lung cancer risk more than five years before diagnosis. The discovery could pave the way for earlier screening, prevention and treatment of the world's deadliest cancer.
-
Experimental Hepatitis B Drug May Offer 'Functional Cure' For Some Patients
Breakthrough hepatitis B drug bepirovirsen offers functional cure in some patients, may reduce need for lifelong treatment, say studies.
-
Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
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Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
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OpenAI Cracks 80-Year-Old Math Mystery. Why You Should Care Even If You Hate Math
What's next? Will machines now compete for Nobel Prizes? And why the world needs to pay attention before it gets left out in the cold.
-
The Future Of Gut Health: 5 Medical Breakthroughs On The Horizon
The future of gut health was discussed in great detail at the 16th India Probiotic Symposium. Here are the five medical breakthroughs that are expected to come into existence in the near future.
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No More Expensive Treatments? Scientists Create Cancer-Fighting Cells Inside Body
Researchers at the University of California have developed a method to engineer cancer-fighting T cells that bypasses costly lab procedures.
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Medical Breakthrough: 62-Year-Old Woman Regains Ability To Walk After Complex Knee Replacement Surgery
A woman who had to crawl to move around for several years due to a severe knee deformity caused by rheumatoid arthritis can stand and walk again due to a complex robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery at a private hospital in Gurugram.
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Medical Breakthrough: 62-Year-Old Woman Regains Ability To Walk After Complex Knee Replacement Surgery
A woman who had to crawl to move around for several years due to a severe knee deformity caused by rheumatoid arthritis can stand and walk again due to a complex robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery at a private hospital in Gurugram.
