With over 2 million new cases each year, colon cancer is the third most prevalent disease in the world. The majority of patients receive their diagnosis while the tumour is still in the colon or rectum.
San Francisco [US], September 26 (ANI): A mortality prediction model for dementia patients may aid clinicians in framing discussions with patients and families about end-of-life care options such as at-home care and nursing homes. Furthermore, the model may assist physicians in determining w
Winston (North Carolina) [US], June 16 (ANI): Researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in the US North Carolina have discovered a possible new approach to treating solid tumours through the creation of a novel nanoparticle. Solid tumours are found in cancers such as breast,
Washington [US], June 5 (ANI): Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) thats is a genetic material shed from tumors into the bloodstream can identify stage II colon cancer patients who can most benefit from chemotherapy following surgery and spare other patients the need for this form of treatment, ac
Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) [US], May 01 (ANI): Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine suggested that a molecule produced in the liver in response to a low-carbohydrate "ketone body-producing" diet has a powerful effect on suppressing the growth of colorectal tumours and may help pre
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 23 (ANI): The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) K. Kavitha visited the AIG Hospital in Gachibowli on Saturday to attend the Colon Cancer awareness initiative by the hospital and inaugurated the centre specifically ded
New Delhi [India], February 4 (ANI): World Cancer Day is an occasion that is observed annually on February 4 to spread awareness among people about cancer and the prejudices associated with the condition. The day is marked to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.
Washington [US], December 19 (ANI): Kangol Kid, a member of the legendary hip-hop group UTFO, has died at the age of 55 after a battle with colon cancer.
Washington [US], June 12 (ANI): A new study has found that high-fat diets can trigger a molecular cascade of events that leads to intestinal and colon cancer.
Washington [US], June 10 (ANI): A new study has found how high-fat diets can trigger a molecular cascade of events that leads to intestinal and colon cancer.
Washington [US], June 7 (ANI): Actor Clarence Williams III, widely known for the crime drama series 'The Mod Squad' and comedy film 'Half Baked', has passed away at the age of 81 due to colon cancer.