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Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough: New Daily Pill Doubles Survival Time For Advanced Patients
A new once-daily targeted therapy, daraxonrasib, has nearly doubled survival in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer in a landmark Phase 3 trial. Experts are calling it one of the most significant breakthroughs against one of the world's deadliest cancers in decades.
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Experimental Pill Promises New Hope For Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
The drug is called daraxonrasib and it blocks a mutated protein that fuels tumor growth in more than 90% of pancreatic cancer cases — a target that had eluded treatment for decades.
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Masterchef Pankaj Bhadouria Diagnosed With Breast Cancer: Why Women Over 50 Are At A Higher Risk
On May 28, Pankaj Bhadouria shared an Instagram post and wrote, "I have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Need your prayers and support."
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Are Some Cancers Worse Than Others? What Scientists Say
Scientists say some cancers are biologically more aggressive than others, but outcomes depend on many factors including tumour type, stage, genetics, treatment response, and early detection.
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Severity Of Genetic Mutation May Override Female Protective Effect Against Autism: Study
Autism spectrum disorder affects males more frequently than females, with women thought to possess biological protective mechanisms that reduce vulnerability to the condition.
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Is Hantavirus Mutating To Become More Contagious? US Experts Say No
European and US health experts say the hantavirus linked to the deadly MV Hondius cruise outbreak shows no evidence of mutating to become more contagious. Officials continue monitoring passengers worldwide as investigations into transmission continue
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Can Your Old Burns Transform Into Cancer? Here's What You Should Know
Most old burns never become cancer. However, large, deep and long-standing scars with additional damage, trauma and sun exposure carry the risk of transforming into Marjolin's ulcer.
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Hantavirus vs Bird Flu: Which Viral Infection Spreads Faster To Humans?
Hantavirus and bird flu are viral infections that can spread to humans under certain conditions. Here is what the WHO says about the transmission patterns for each and why you need to practise necessary precautions to be safe.
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Challenges In Screening For Ovarian Cancer: Why There Is No Reliable Early Detection Test Yet
On World Ovarian Cancer Day 2026, experts explain why ovarian cancer remains difficult to detect early. Silent symptoms, lack of reliable biomarkers and limits of current tests continue to challenge screening and timely diagnosis.
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How Public Health Officials Are Tracing People Who Came In Contact With Hantavirus Victims
Hantaviruses do not spread easily between people, which makes health officials confident the recent outbreak on a cruise ship that has killed three people will not turn into an epidemic.
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Ovarian Cancer In Younger Women: Is The Risk Rising?
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage because there is currently no reliable routine screening test for the general population.
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Canine Coronavirus: Can The Infection In Dogs Spread To Humans Easily?
Canine coronavirus primarily affects dogs, but emerging research suggests possible human infection risks. Here's what experts say about zoonotic transmission, symptoms, and whether pet owners should be concerned.
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Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
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Do Men Get Breast Cancer? The Silent Risk Factors Most Males Ignore
The symptoms of male breast cancer can be subtle, but they should never be dismissed. The most common sign is a painless lump beneath the nipple.
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DNA Mutations In Immune Cells May Be Driving Autoimmune Diseases, Study Finds
A new Nature study suggests DNA mutations in immune cells may drive autoimmune diseases by removing immune system brakes, offering clues for targeted treatments.
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Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough: New Daily Pill Doubles Survival Time For Advanced Patients
A new once-daily targeted therapy, daraxonrasib, has nearly doubled survival in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer in a landmark Phase 3 trial. Experts are calling it one of the most significant breakthroughs against one of the world's deadliest cancers in decades.
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Experimental Pill Promises New Hope For Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
The drug is called daraxonrasib and it blocks a mutated protein that fuels tumor growth in more than 90% of pancreatic cancer cases — a target that had eluded treatment for decades.
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Masterchef Pankaj Bhadouria Diagnosed With Breast Cancer: Why Women Over 50 Are At A Higher Risk
On May 28, Pankaj Bhadouria shared an Instagram post and wrote, "I have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Need your prayers and support."
-
Are Some Cancers Worse Than Others? What Scientists Say
Scientists say some cancers are biologically more aggressive than others, but outcomes depend on many factors including tumour type, stage, genetics, treatment response, and early detection.
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Severity Of Genetic Mutation May Override Female Protective Effect Against Autism: Study
Autism spectrum disorder affects males more frequently than females, with women thought to possess biological protective mechanisms that reduce vulnerability to the condition.
-
Is Hantavirus Mutating To Become More Contagious? US Experts Say No
European and US health experts say the hantavirus linked to the deadly MV Hondius cruise outbreak shows no evidence of mutating to become more contagious. Officials continue monitoring passengers worldwide as investigations into transmission continue
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Can Your Old Burns Transform Into Cancer? Here's What You Should Know
Most old burns never become cancer. However, large, deep and long-standing scars with additional damage, trauma and sun exposure carry the risk of transforming into Marjolin's ulcer.
-
Hantavirus vs Bird Flu: Which Viral Infection Spreads Faster To Humans?
Hantavirus and bird flu are viral infections that can spread to humans under certain conditions. Here is what the WHO says about the transmission patterns for each and why you need to practise necessary precautions to be safe.
-
Challenges In Screening For Ovarian Cancer: Why There Is No Reliable Early Detection Test Yet
On World Ovarian Cancer Day 2026, experts explain why ovarian cancer remains difficult to detect early. Silent symptoms, lack of reliable biomarkers and limits of current tests continue to challenge screening and timely diagnosis.
-
How Public Health Officials Are Tracing People Who Came In Contact With Hantavirus Victims
Hantaviruses do not spread easily between people, which makes health officials confident the recent outbreak on a cruise ship that has killed three people will not turn into an epidemic.
-
Ovarian Cancer In Younger Women: Is The Risk Rising?
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage because there is currently no reliable routine screening test for the general population.
-
Canine Coronavirus: Can The Infection In Dogs Spread To Humans Easily?
Canine coronavirus primarily affects dogs, but emerging research suggests possible human infection risks. Here's what experts say about zoonotic transmission, symptoms, and whether pet owners should be concerned.
-
Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
-
Do Men Get Breast Cancer? The Silent Risk Factors Most Males Ignore
The symptoms of male breast cancer can be subtle, but they should never be dismissed. The most common sign is a painless lump beneath the nipple.
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DNA Mutations In Immune Cells May Be Driving Autoimmune Diseases, Study Finds
A new Nature study suggests DNA mutations in immune cells may drive autoimmune diseases by removing immune system brakes, offering clues for targeted treatments.
