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Actor Mushtaq Khan dies at 75
Renowned Indian actor Mushtaq Khan, known for 500+ films and iconic supporting roles, dies at 75 after cancer battle.
Congo running short of health workers as Ebola outbreak spreads, WHO says
The Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.
Soumen Das and Deepak Poudel at COGC 2026: Earlier Detection, Faster Referral, Better Cancer Care
Soumen Das and Deepak Poudel at COGC 2026: Earlier Detection, Faster Referral, Better Cancer Care / BC-RADS, BI-RADS, Breast Cancer, cancer, cancer care,
WHO South-East Asia immunization experts meet focuses on measles outbreaks, closing immunity gaps
Immunization experts are reviewing progress and priorities for protecting people from vaccine-preventable diseases across the WHO South-East Asia Region, which has achieved highest childhood immunization coverage levels globally but continues to face multiple measles and other disease outbreaks linked to persistent immunity gaps among children and adolescents.
Iowa expands free radon testing through cancer initiative
Free radon test kits are rolling out across Iowa as the state works to catch cancer earlier.
Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan dies after battle with cancer
Actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable supporting and comic roles in Hindi cinema, died on Thursday.
Welcome actor Mushtaq Khan dies of liver cancer in Mumbai
Actor Mushtaq Khan, popular for his roles in Welcome and Aashiqui, died of liver cancer today. He was undergoing treatment in Mumbai for the past 15 days.
Canada Boosts Precision Oncology for Equitable Access
A cancer diagnosis comes with a lot of fear and uncertainty. Too many Canadians continue to experience this daily. Thanks to promising developments in
Tiny worms may help doctors treat human brain disease
Scientists are studying a tiny worm for clues that may help treat brain diseases in humans one day.
Cancer leads AI physician queries across 9 countries
Medscape reports that cancer is the top searched disease in AI queries across nine countries, reflecting the complexity of oncology and advancements in treatment.
New flu vaccine 2026: is the mRNA shot better than standard options?
The FDA-approved Moderna mRNA flu vaccine offers modest improvements over standard vaccines for ages 50-64, with mild side effects, and experts advise timely vaccination over waiting.
Woman Left With 3cm Hole In Head, Lump Was Eating Through Her Skull
A woman’s harmless-looking forehead lump grew into a golf-ball-sized tumour that destroyed part of her skull, leading doctors to diagnose an underlying blood cancer., Health, Times Now
Valley fever spreading to Central Valley cities, linked to oil drilling
Researchers at UC Berkeley have discovered valley fever spores in cities in the Central Valley and linked nearby oil drilling to an uptick in infection risk — challenging the long-held belief that the deadly disease only affects rural areas.
County Durham breast cancer failure bosses to review 4,500 more cases
Hundreds of women have been harmed by issues such as delayed diagnoses and unnecessary surgeries.
Woman dead and multiple people injured after bus collides with two cars in Victoria
Four occupants of bus taken to hospital after multi-vehicle crash in Glenburn
Research Targets Equitable Cancer Outcomes for Aussies
A $5 million Cancer Institute NSW grant is powering the next generation of researchers to help drive more equitable cancer outcomes for regional NSW
Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance launches HPV vaccine campaign
Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance says HPV vaccine uptake has yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels.
Tai Chi, Mindfulness May Help With Pain and Fatigue Following Cancer Treatment
Mindfulness-based cancer recovery and Tai Chi/Qigong improve fatigue and pain interference in patients with post-cancer treatment distress.
Numbing Creams, Breastfeeding, and Faster Shots Top New Guideline to Ease Needle Pain and Fear at Every Age
A new guideline lists 16 evidence-based ways to ease vaccine pain and fear, from breastfeeding babies to numbing creams. What families can use.
Orange County man dies after contracting West Nile virus, family says
The family of an Orange County man says he died after contracting West Nile virus and is sharing his story in hopes of warning others.
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