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Ashya King proton beam therapy 'causes fewer side effects' study finds
The study found the alternative to standard cancer treatments has a lower impact on hearts and lungs.
Henry Austin Jan 30, 2016
YouTuber TotalBiscuit quits Twitter and all social media following terminal liver cancer diagnosis
Gaming personality, real name John Bain, will continue to produce video content.
Ben Skipper Jan 26, 2016
Gilbert Deya: Fake archbishop found selling Aldi olive oil as miracle cure for cancer and HIV
Deya is wanted in his home country of Kenya for child trafficking.
James Tennent Jan 25, 2016
Celine Dion's brother Daniel loses battle with cancer
The singer faces more heartbreak with the loss of her brother, just two days after the death of her husband Rene Angelil.
Priya Joshi Jan 16, 2016
David Bowie's final song I Can't Give Everything Away is a poignant and beautiful farewell
Singer's haunting final track on last album Blackstar includes the line 'I know something is very wrong'.
Ben Skipper Jan 11, 2016
There is no 'safe' limit for alcohol consumption, medical chiefs warn
The recommended weekly intake for men has been slashed from 21 to 14 units, the same as women.
Romil Patel Jan 08, 2016
Cancer screening could be harmful and has never been shown to 'save lives'
Experts claim that the benefits of cancer screening are exaggerated.
Romil Patel Jan 07, 2016
Cancer: New treatment imminent as world's largest database uses 3D imaging to help scientists
The database of molecules, canSAR, has been updated with 3D images.
Matt Atherton Jan 04, 2016
Lemmy obituary: Motorhead's hard-living frontman was a hero to heavy metallers and punks alike
The 70-year-old singer and bass player died less than 24 hours after being diagnosed with cancer on Boxing Day.
John Hall Dec 29, 2015
Alzheimer's, HIV, cancer and penis transplants: Medical breakthroughs of 2015
IBTimes UK takes a look at some of the biggest medical breakthroughs of the year
Sean Martin Dec 23, 2015
North Carolina town rejects solar farm proposal fearing cancer
Woodland residents also fear project would drive youngsters out of town.
Jigmey Bhutia Dec 14, 2015
Cancer: Magic mushrooms fight off depression and anxiety – with a side of 'mystical experiences'
Study shows psilocybin chemical in magic mushrooms improves mental health in cancer patients.
Matt Atherton Dec 11, 2015
Genes discovered that could help prevent development of leukaemia
The discovery could help with treatment and prevent relapses of leukaemia.
Sean Martin Dec 07, 2015
Former US president Jimmy Carter reveals brain tumour has disappeared following cancer treatment
Carter has revealed that his brain tumour has disappeared after responding well to cancer treatment.
John Hall Dec 06, 2015
Lil Boosie cancer diagnosis: US rapper asks fans to pray for him after kidney growth revelation
Hip hop star posted about sad health news on Instagram.
Toyin Owoseje Nov 26, 2015
Cooking the books: When that sensational new cancer research finding isn't all it seems
There has been a recent explosion of reports linking fried foods to cancer.
Darren Saunders Nov 11, 2015
Genetically engineered algae kills 90% of cancer cells without harming healthy ones
Tiny diatom algae turned into cancer destroying nanoparticles by Australian scientists.
Hannah Osborne Nov 10, 2015
Cancer care: One in 4 diagnosed at London A&E departments died within 2 months
London Cancer Alliance said only 36% diagnosed at London A&Es lived for over a year.
Jigmey Bhutia Nov 02, 2015
WHO, bacon and cancer: Here is the full list of the 116 things that are carcinogenic to humans
It's not just bacon, cigarettes and alcohol that will give you cancer – formaldehyde and leather dust will kill you too.
Hannah Osborne Oct 28, 2015
World's first sonic tractor beam lifts and transports objects using sound waves
Tractor beam could be used on production lines to transport delicate objects without physical contact.
Anthony Cuthbertson Oct 27, 2015
Bacon causes colorectal cancer, steak is 'probably carcinogenic' says World Health Organization
An estimated 34,000 deaths a year worldwide are attributable to diets high in processed meats.
James Tennent Oct 26, 2015
Add-Aspirin: World's biggest clinical trial will see if daily aspirin stops cancer recurring
Add-Aspirin phase III trial will study 11,000 UK cancer patients for 12 years.
Hannah Osborne Oct 22, 2015
People with more than 11 moles on right arm prone to skin cancer
More than 100 moles on body could indicate greater melanoma risk, according to a study.
Vasudevan Sridharan Oct 19, 2015
YouTuber TotalBiscuit diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer, given 2-3 years to live
After being cleared of bowel cancer John Bain reveals disease has spread to his liver and is inoperable.
Ben Skipper Oct 16, 2015
Cure for cancer: Researchers discover Malaria protein armed with toxin can kill cancer cells
Tests conducted on mice showed a malaria protein armed with a toxin can destroy cancer cells.
Jigmey Bhutia Oct 15, 2015
Two-year-old becomes youngest person to be cryogenically frozen
Matheryn Naovaratpong cryogenically preserved after parents made decision to freeze her brain.
Anthony Cuthbertson Oct 15, 2015
Scientists discover there are four different types of bowel cancer
The identification of four types will help them better treat each disease.
Sean Martin Oct 12, 2015
Artificial intelligence cuts cancer drug development time in half
Cancer-fighting drug developed in seven years rather than the average of 14 by using AI.
Anthony Cuthbertson Oct 11, 2015
US: Man's cancer detected after shark attack
Eugene Finney believes a shark saved his life after a tumour was discovered during treatment for his injuries.
Priya Joshi Oct 08, 2015
Almost 50% of risk of testicular cancer is passed down via genetic faults
DNA usually makes up 20% of risk for other cancer types.
Sean Martin Sep 09, 2015
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