Mumbai: The treatment chamber’s walls had to be lead-shielded, the next few rooms vacated and several other strict safety measures put in place before two highly radioactive injections were given at a gap of just 15 seconds to a 17-year-old with stage 4 neuroblastoma at the Tata Memorial Centre’s ACTREC facility in Kharghar recently. It […]
New Delhi: In a milestone for cancer care in India, President Droupadi Murmu, formally inaugurated the Sri Ganga Ram Hospital (SGRH) Cancer Care Centre and interacted with cancer patients on Thursday. According to an official release, the Sri Ganga Ram Hospital is a cutting-edge facility dedicated to providing comprehensive care to cancer patients. The President […]
Haridwar: Doctors at AIIMS-Rishikesh have successfully removed a 35kg bone tumour from the leg of a 27-year-old patient from Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh. Mohd Salman, a daily wage worker, had been grappling with chondrosarcoma, a rare and aggressive bone cancer originating in the cartilage, for the past six years. What began as a minor […]
Jun 25, 2025 08:55 PM IST Prolonged exposure to vehicular emissions and pollutants can increase the risk of lung cancer, said the oncologist. Know prevention tips to follow. While smoking and tobacco use remain the leading causes of lung cancer, recent studies have linked rising air pollution and prolonged exposure to environmental pollutants as significant […]
New Delhi: Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) has launched ‘CanWin’, a cancer support group aimed at creating a shared space for patients, survivors, caregivers, oncologists, and volunteers. The initiative is In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month. According to ACCs, CanWin is a brand-agnostic platform focused on providing emotional support and community-based healing. The initiative aims […]
Kate Shemirani’s daughter, Paloma, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of cancer. Despite doctors informing her that she had an 80 percent chance of survival with chemotherapy, Paloma refused treatment and instead opted for alternative therapies, reportedly under her mother’s influence. She died in July 2024 at the age of 23. Also read | […]
The risk of kidney cancer rises significantly after the age of 40. While genetics and age are key contributors, lifestyle choices also play a critical role in increasing the likelihood of developing the disease. Follow these tips to prevent the risk of kidney cancer.(Freepik) In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Pushpinder Gulia, director of […]
Veteran broadcaster and former Sky News anchor Dermot Murnaghan has made a courageous and emotional revelation, he’s been diagnosed with cancer. In a heartfelt statement, the respected journalist opened up about his health journey, his treatment plan, and the road ahead. Dermot, a trusted voice in UK news for decades, stepped away from the limelight […]
Kidney cancer occurs when cells in the kidney begin to grow uncontrollably, potentially forming a tumour. While genetics can play a role, lifestyle habits often significantly contribute to increasing the risk of developing kidney cancer. Also read | Kidney cancer: Causes, diagnosis, drawbacks of conventional surgery, breakthrough treatments Overconsumption of painkillers can have severe effect […]
After being discharged from the hospital 11 days post-cancer surgery, actor Dipika Kakar is now opening up about her experience. She shared that one of the most challenging aspects following her cancer diagnosis was having to abruptly wean her son Ruhaan off breastfeeding in just one night. Also read: Dipika Kakar gets discharged from the […]
