Cancer News

Morphine may help tumours spread

Two new studies add to growing evidence that morphine and other opiate-based painkillers may promote the growth and spread of cancer cells.

1 in 4 with lung cancer non-smokers

Despite the general public perception that only heavy smokers contract lung cancer, research shows that up to one in four lung cancer cases occur in people who have never smoked.

Hair dyes pose no cancer risk

Hair dyes pose no cancer risk, according to Germany's Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR).

Living near volcanoes a cancer risk

People who live in volcanic areas may have an elevated risk of developing thyroid cancer, a new study suggests.

Kill cancer cells, not healthy ones

The ultimate goal in cancer research, a treatment that kills cancer cells whilst leaving healthy cells untouched, is brought nearer by the success of a new therapeutic approach.

New treatment for early lung cancer

Patients with early stage, non-small cell lung cancer who are not able to undergo surgery, now have a highly effective treatment option.

Brain cancer causes lifelong damage

Childhood brain cancer survivors have ongoing cognitive problems and achieve lower levels of education, employment and income, a U.S. study has found.

Poultry workers at cancer risk

Poultry workers may be at particularly high risk of developing several forms of cancer, according to a new study that points to viruses carried by birds as a possible cause.

Ice cream fights chemo side effects

New Zealand scientists are developing an ice cream that is so good for you, it could come with a doctor's prescription.

Curry compound kills cancer cells

A molecule found in a curry ingredient can kill oesophageal cancer cells in the laboratory, suggesting it might be developed as an anti-cancer treatment, scientists said.