Researchers in Hong Kong have found a genetic mutation that they believe is linked with a high risk of breast cancer. They believe the discovery could be important enough to be included in genetic screening for women of Chinese origin.
Mar 10, 2016
Feb 24, 2016
Simple steps to manage your cancer treatment side effects
We talk a lot about the importance of ‘living well with cancer’. We know there’s a chance it could improve our treatment outcomes and make us feel energised throughout the day as we go through our treatment. But there’s also evidence to show that it […]
Feb 19, 2016
How simple lifestyle changes can give you a much needed boost
Cancer treatments continue to improve and more patients than ever survive beyond treatment, so it’s important to look at how quality of life can be maximised for patients living with and beyond cancer. In fact, quality of life can be greatly improved by a few […]
Feb 12, 2016
Cutting down on alcohol can reduce your risk of cancer – new guidelines backed by scientific evidence
While many of us were fulfilling New Year’s resolutions, the Government’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Dame Sally Davies, announced an update to the UK’s drinking guidelines. The guidelines highlight
Feb 3, 2016
Cancer Research UK back NHS ‘sugar tax’ to tackle obesity
As the obesity problem in the UK continues to grow, NHS England plans to introduce a 20% levy on sugary drinks and food in hospital cafés by 2020. Organisations like Cancer Research UK, Action on Sugar and The National Obesity Forum back this move. Here […]