Cancer research
Researchers at Lanzhou University have developed a novel optical fiber sensor based on surface plasmon resonance technology that allows for noninvasive detection of bladder cancer biomarkers with high sensitivity and real-time monitoring. This innovative approach has the potential to revolutionize early detection and screening of bladder cancer, a disease that
Cancer research
A recent study conducted at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has shed light on the factors that impact the prognosis and treatment outcomes of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The research, published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, found that older age is a significant predictor of worse survival,
Cancer research
Cancer researchers at Pontifical University Javeriana and Stanford University have discovered that informatics solutions can facilitate clinical trial screening, improving patient engagement and enrollment. They designed and implemented a personalized clinical trial matching system that integrated electronic medical records, clinical trials management systems, and a third-party software-based solution to directly
Cancer research
According to a new study, patients often fail to follow through with a colonoscopy after receiving an abnormal result on a blood-based test for colon cancer. Despite its non-invasive nature, the test only works if individuals complete the recommended follow-up procedure. Researchers examined Medicare claims data for over 6,000
Cancer
Scientists at the ADLM 2025 conference have presented studies highlighting two innovative tests that could revolutionize women's healthcare. A self-collection test for human papillomavirus (HPV) has shown promising results in underserved communities, while a minimally invasive test for endometrial cancer aims to reduce the number of invasive procedures
Cancer
A new study by the American Cancer Society has found that firefighters are at a higher risk of developing certain types of cancer, including skin, kidney, and lung cancer, compared to men working in other occupations. The study, which tracked nearly 470,000 participants over 36 years, found that firefighters
Cancer
In a bid to improve cancer awareness and encourage earlier diagnosis among Leicester's Black and ethnic minority communities, Consultant Medical Oncologist Olubukola Ayodele and Ear, Nose and Throat Consultant Oladejo Olaleye are leading a groundbreaking programme called 'Cancer Conversations'. The initiative brings cancer education directly into
Cancer
Data from Vienna, Austria, indicate that due to increasing use of imaging and lung cancer screening programs, the rate of detected pulmonary nodules has steadily increased over the past decade. According to research from Medical University of Vienna, the diagnosis and management of pulmonary nodules remain challenging. The study highlights
Cancer
Liquid biopsy-based multi-cancer early detection (MCED) has been identified as a promising approach to revolutionize cancer control, offering a potential solution to the limitations of current cancer screening methods. Despite several MCED tests reaching clinical trial phases, none have yet been approved for clinical use, highlighting uncertainties regarding their efficacy
Cancer research
Women born before 1990 can reduce their risk of cervical cancer by 80 to 90 per cent if they undergo regular screening. The current cervical screening rate in the UK is at its lowest point in almost 20 years, with only 66 per cent of eligible women up to date
Cancer research
Cancer screening efforts have lagged behind the goals set out by Healthy People initiatives, with large health disparities among minoritized communities. The research, conducted at the University of Wisconsin Madison, highlights the need to close care gaps through targeted screening program efforts. Lung cancer, the cancer with the highest mortality
Cancer research
Scientists at Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine have designed an innovative aptasensor for detecting alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), a protein biomarker associated with liver cancer. This research, supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province, aims to develop a cost-effective and reliable tool for early liver cancer diagnosis. The aptasensor
