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Pennsylvania measles outbreak grows to 890 cases with 55 new infections: Officials
The measles outbreak in Pennsylvania is continuing to grow with 55 new cases confirmed since Wednesday, according to an update from the state health department.
Measles exposure reported at Topeka hospital
A measles exposure has been recorded in Shawnee County.
‘A blood test found my hidden cancer - and saved my life’
Valerie Caro had no idea she had cancer. Then a deadly tumour was discovered by a new signal tracking blood test now being considered for FDA approval
PM vows Durham breast cancer inquiry and Cleveland Police boost
Andy Burnham makes a series of pledges to the "short-changed" North East, including on transport.
GLP-1 drugs could play surprising role in cancer outcomes
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.
Rare genetic mutation raises lung cancer risk 25 times, study finds
Lung cancer risk increases 25-fold with a rare EGFR T790M mutation, a new study says. Even never-smokers face 62 times higher odds, potentially reshaping cancer screening.
Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus - Democratic Republic of the Congo
Since the last Disease Outbreak News was published on 11 September 2026, the Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has expanded further, with two additional health zones affected. These include Bulu health zone in a new province, Sud Ubangi, located on the north-west part of the country and Dungu health zone in Haut-Uélé province, bordering South Sudan. This brings the total number of affected health zones to 63 across seven provinces out of 26 provinces of the countr
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Health. If You Are Diagnosed with Lung Cancer, Quitting Smoking Reduces the Risk of Death by 55%
Patients who quit smoking after a cancer diagnosis had "a progression-free survival period of about two years" higher than those who remained smokers, according to a report.
What Can Cancer Research Mean for the Future of Cancer Care?
What Can Cancer Research Mean for the Future of Cancer Care? - ACAN / Acetrea Cancer Advocacy Network, cancer, OncoDaily, Oncology
Vaccinations offered after Hepatitis A outbreak linked to primary school
Cases of the virus have been reported at Braehead Primary School in Bridge of Don.
Mushtaq Khan was supposed to star in Hanuman Ansh director Vishal Chaturvedi's next project: ‘What an actor’
Mushtaq Khan, known for iconic roles in films like Welcome, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke and others, passed away on Thursday after battling cancer. | Bollywood
Pancreatic Cancer Mortality Inequalities
Pancreatic cancer mortality remained associated with socioeconomic deprivation in Japan, particularly among men under 75.
When children as young as six are in a mental health crisis, the system is failing
As a paediatrician, we’re seeing A&E overwhelmed by vulnerable young patients who become trapped in hospital with nowhere safe to go
Obesity drugs may boost immune response to fight cancer, doctor says
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may reduce cancer risk linked to obesity, but the AACR's 2026 report says evidence is mixed and more research is needed.
NIH funding cuts delayed a promising childhood brain cancer trial. Patients lost time they didn't have.
A delayed clinical trial underscores the stakes of federal research funding cuts for children with DIPG, a deadly brain tumor with few treatment options.
DNA in blood signals cancer risk years ahead
Researchers studied blood samples from individuals months or years away from a cancer diagnosis to find the earliest biological changes associated with cancer.
Measles is spreading through Pennsylvania’s Amish country. Doctors are scrambling to keep up.
At a rural clinic near the heart of the outbreak, physicians describe patients arriving gravely ill, while federal officials dispute the death toll.
Cocoon Hospital highlights role of HPV vaccine in cervical cancer prevention
Cocoon Hospital, Chandigarh, organised an expert-led media interaction at the Press Club Chandigarh to raise awareness about HPV vaccination and its role in preventing cervical cancer. The session brought together media professionals for a discussion on HPV infection, preventive healthcare and the importance of timely awareness among women and families.
'A tumour the size of a football saved my life'
Lisa Carroll, 47, who was diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer, urges women to check symptoms.
Doctors said husband was 'too young for cancer', he died six months later
Ben had suffered months of pain but by the time his cancer was diagnosed, it was terminal
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