If your cancer has come back, your doctor might suggest a biopsy to verify that it’s a recurrence instead of a second cancer. “By analyzing those cells through a biopsy, we can confirm whether they ...

Let’s accept it: gone are the days when back pain used to be an issue for elderly people. Nowadays, it is one of the most common complaints, even among young adults. Many people shrug it off as a ...

Breast cancer survivors may face fear of recurrence, even years after being declared cancer-free, highlighting the emotional complexity of survivorship. Vigilance through self-exams, mammograms, and ...

In 2010, the world of cancer treatment witnessed something remarkable. A new class of drugs called immune checkpoint inhibitors showed unprecedented results in cancers that had long defied treatment.

Scientists discovered that certain cancer cells use a low-level activation of a DNA-dismantling enzyme—normally seen in cell death—to survive treatment. Instead of dying, these “persister cells” ...

You may have rung the proverbial bell that announces the end of chemo or completed rounds of radiotherapy. You’re now declared “cancer free.” It’s normal to feel mixed emotions and have questions. For ...

King Charles III offered a health update in a video message on Friday, revealing he will scale back his cancer treatment in 2026. "This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the ...

A 60-year-old man with a significant smoking history and breast cancer presented to the emergency department with severe back and left lower extremity pain. Clinical evaluation revealed metastatic ...

King Charles on Friday revealed that doctors have scaled back his cancer treatment plan after what he described as a positive response during an emotional televised address. "Today I am able to share ...