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A major study analyzing more than 12 million death certificates has found that pilots and flight attendants face some of the highest rates of radiation-related cancer deaths among U.S. workers. Researchers say prolonged exposure to cosmic radiation at high altitudes may increase the risk of cancers including leukemia, melanoma, breast and thyroid cancer, raising fresh concerns about the long-term health risks faced by airline crews.

Study warns pilots face hidden cancer risk from cosmic radiation

<p>A study has found that pilots and flight attendants are being exposed to cosmic radiation from outer space more than others, and are at a greater risk of dying from related cancers. Researchers at Harvard Medical School and others compared death certificates of people who had worked in different professions linked to radiation exposure. Their analysis revealed that the risk of cancers linked to radiation was a lot higher for pilots and attendants than even people working directly with such materials, such as nuclear scientists.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The findings were published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine. The authors said that authorities need to take note of the harmful effects of cosmic rays, and to do more to protect the people who help us travel in the skies. "These findings support consideration of occupational radiation protections for aircrew members commensurate with their exposure levels," they said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cosmic rays at higher altitudes have previously been flagged to have a major bearing on the health of pilots and attendants. In the United States, people in these professions have the highest average exposure to ionising radiation, something that has been known to trigger harmful mutations in the body. Lead author Vishal Patel says, it has been difficult to establish whether the radiation means more cancer deaths among the employees in this field of work.</p><h2><strong>Professions with radiation exposure compared</strong></h2><p>So the researchers took a different approach. Since 2020, death certificates in the US started linking the deceased to their professions. This allowed the team to compare radiation-related cancer deaths across different fields of work. They also used other comparisons, such as cancers not linked to radiation. They used two professions as a control: nuclear technologists and ground aircrew members. The former is routinely exposed to radiation, while the latter only shares a part of the same conditions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In total, they analysed 12.7 million deaths between 2020 and 2024 across 503 occupations, including 14,000 pilots and 7,000 flight attendants. They found that pilots (6.7 per cent) and attendants (6.9 per cent) had the greatest share of deaths from radiation-related cancers.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-s-river-of-liquid-iron-shields-us-from-space-radiation-but-something-changed-16-years-ago-1780321832800"><strong>Earth's 'river of liquid iron' shields us from space radiation. But something changed 16 years ago</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The checks held. Aircrew ranked near the middle of all 503 occupations for cancers not thought to be radiation-related—so this isn’t a general excess of cancer deaths; it is specific to radiation-related cancers," Patel said. Further, “nuclear technologists, who are exposed to radiation from entirely different sources, ranked 12th, which is what you’d expect if ionising radiation is doing the work.”</p><h2><strong>Which routes face highest risk from radiation?</strong></h2><p><br>Dose rates, or radiation levels, are higher at high latitudes, where the Earth’s magnetic field offers less deflection. "So polar and ultra-long-haul routes carry the highest doses," the study states. Patel says the US currently sets no dose limits or mandates to monitor the employees.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>How to solve problem of cosmic radiation for pilots and attendants?</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shielding the plane itself is not the answer, he claims. "A reasonable first step would be individual dose estimation with records that follow a crew member across employers over a career," Patel said.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/deadly-cosmic-cocktail-floating-in-milky-way-tastes-like-raspberries-and-smells-like-rum-1779779817684"><strong>Deadly 'cosmic cocktail' floating in Milky Way tastes like raspberries and smells like rum</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Are passengers at risk from cosmic radiation too?</strong></h2><p><br>He clarified that even the most frequent flier is nowhere close to the levels of radiation exposure as pilots and attendants.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Pilots and flight attendants are at a higher risk of developing cancers from cosmic radiation, according to a study. Scientists say this risk is even higher than that of those working directly with radiation, such as nuclear technologists. 

A study has found that pilots and flight attendants are being exposed to cosmic radiation from outer space more than others, and are at a greater risk of dying from related cancers. Researchers at Harvard Medical School and others compared death certificates of people who had worked in different professions linked to radiation exposure. Their analysis revealed that the risk of cancers linked to radiation was a lot higher for pilots and attendants than even people working directly with such materials, such as nuclear scientists. The findings were published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine. The authors said that authorities need to take note of the harmful effects of cosmic rays, and to do more to protect the people who help us travel in the skies. "These findings support consideration of occupational radiation protections for aircrew members commensurate with their exposure levels," they said. Cosmic rays at higher altitudes have previously been flagged to have a major bearing on the health of pilots and attendants. In the United States, people in these professions have the highest average exposure to ionising radiation, something that has been known to trigger harmful mutations in the body. Lead author Vishal Patel says, it has been difficult to establish whether the radiation means more cancer deaths among the employees in this field of work. Professions with radiation exposure compared So the researchers took a different approach. Since 2020, death certificates in the US started linking the deceased to their professions. This allowed the team to compare radiation-related cancer deaths across different fields of work. They also used other comparisons, such as cancers not linked to radiation. They used two professions as a control: nuclear technologists and ground aircrew members. The former is routinely exposed to radiation, while the latter only shares a part of the same conditions. In total, they analysed 12.7 million deaths between 2020 and 2024 across 503 occupations, including 14,000 pilots and 7,000 flight attendants. They found that pilots (6.7 per cent) and attendants (6.9 per cent) had the greatest share of deaths from radiation-related cancers. Also Read: Earth's 'river of liquid iron' shields us from space radiation. But something changed 16 years ago "The checks held. Aircrew ranked near the middle of all 503 occupations for cancers not thought to be radiation-related—so this isn’t a general excess of cancer deaths; it is specific to radiation-related cancers," Patel said. Further, “nuclear technologists, who are exposed to radiation from entirely different sources, ranked 12th, which is what you’d expect if ionising radiation is doing the work.” Which routes face highest risk from radiation? Dose rates, or radiation levels, are higher at high latitudes, where the Earth’s magnetic field offers less deflection. "So polar and ultra-long-haul routes carry the highest doses," the study states. Patel says the US currently sets no dose limits or mandates to monitor the employees. How to solve problem of cosmic radiation for pilots and attendants? Shielding the plane itself is not the answer, he claims. "A reasonable first step would be individual dose estimation with records that follow a crew member across employers over a career," Patel said. Also Read: Deadly 'cosmic cocktail' floating in Milky Way tastes like raspberries and smells like rum Are passengers at risk from cosmic radiation too? He clarified that even the most frequent flier is nowhere close to the levels of radiation exposure as pilots and attendants.

<p>Pilots and flight attendants are at a higher risk of developing cancers from cosmic radiation, according to a study. Scientists say this risk is even higher than that of those working directly with radiation, such as nuclear technologists.&nbsp;</p>

Cosmic radiation putting pilots and flight attendants at risk of deadly cancers

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<p>In a shocking announcement, L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Due to her battle with the deadly disease, she will not be joining the ‘90s grunge band on its final tour, The Last Hurrah Tour.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Finch has been battling with an aggressive form of brain cancer, and has gone through multiple surgeries and serious complications.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Monday (July 13), the band announced on Instagram, revealing Finch's cancer diagnosis.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/8-million-too-much-justin-baldoni-wants-judge-to-deny-or-reduce-blake-lively-s-legal-fee-request-1784001089333"> $8 million too much: Justin Baldoni wants judge to deny or reduce Blake Lively’s legal fee request</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Our beloved bandmate, sister and friend Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer,” the band wrote in a joint statement.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Following multiple surgeries and serious complications, Jennifer now requires extensive medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home support.”</p>

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<p>In the post, the band said that the last tour was planned when all the bandmates were in good spirits. However, Finch stepped back from the tour due to a cancer diagnosis.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The band shared that the tour, “was planned along with Jennifer when all four of us were in good health and spirits.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ugandan-general-muhoozi-kainerugaba-goes-viral-for-challenging-jay-z-to-surrender-beyonce-1783949203532">Ugandan General goes viral for challenging Jay-Z to 'surrender' Beyonce</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We will honor her request while making her care and well-being our immediate priority,” the band said.</p>

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<p>&nbsp;“We love her, and we want her to feel the full strength of the community that has loved and supported her for so many years,” the band’s statement concluded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The band, along with Finch's friends and family, has created a GoFundMe foundation to cover the expenses with a $350,000 goal. The post reads,“help cover these urgent expenses and allow her to remain safely at home with the care, dignity and support she needs.” &nbsp;</p><p><br>“When she first heard the diagnosis, there was reason to believe that treatment, including a full course of radiation, would get her back to some version of normal living,” the description of the fundraiser explains. “Unforeseen complications led to multiple surgeries and a string of difficult setbacks.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The fundraiser reads, “professional in-home nursing care, physical and speech therapy, medical equipment, other essential care, home-care expenses that will allow Jennifer to remain safely and comfortably at home, and the completion of a significant creative project that was scheduled for release next year.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The bassist’s diagnosis was revealed two months after the all-women announced their final tour, which is set to kick off on Oct. 6 in San Diego.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Formed in Los Angeles in 1985, the group comprises guitarist and singer Suzi Gardner, guitarist and singer Donita Sparks, and drummer Dee Plakas. The band is known for albums Bricks Are Heavy and The Beauty Process: Triple Platinum, and songs including “Pretend We’re Dead” and “Wargasm.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The band was active until 2001, before taking a hiatus until 2014.</p>

Finch has been battling with an aggressive form of brain cancer, and has gone through multiple surgeries and serious complications.

In a shocking announcement, L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Due to her battle with the deadly disease, she will not be joining the ‘90s grunge band on its final tour, The Last Hurrah Tour. Finch has been battling with an aggressive form of brain cancer, and has gone through multiple surgeries and serious complications. On Monday (July 13), the band announced on Instagram, revealing Finch's cancer diagnosis. Also read: $8 million too much: Justin Baldoni wants judge to deny or reduce Blake Lively’s legal fee request “Our beloved bandmate, sister and friend Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer,” the band wrote in a joint statement. “Following multiple surgeries and serious complications, Jennifer now requires extensive medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home support.”

<p>Jennifer Finch has been battling with an aggressive form of brain cancer, and has gone through multiple surgeries and serious complications.</p>

Who is Jennifer Finch? L7 bassist diagnosed with aggressive form of brain cancer

Research suggests that repeated sunburns during childhood may significantly increase the risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, later in life. Experts say people who experience five or more severe sunburns before the age of 20 face a higher risk, underscoring the importance of sun protection from an early age.

Can childhood sunburns cause skin cancer later in life?

Angelina Jolie says her latest film Couture has become more than just a movie project—it has sparked meaningful conversations about cancer within her own family. The actress revealed that the film encouraged open discussions with her daughters about health, fear, and resilience. Given Jolie’s personal journey and advocacy surrounding cancer awareness, Couture carries a deeply emotional message, blending art and real-life experiences while inspiring families to talk about difficult but important health issues.


Angelina Jolie’s ‘Couture’ Opens Emotional Family Conversations On Cancer And Fear Of The Disease

Scientists are uncovering a surprising ally in the fight against cancer: domestic cats. A groundbreaking study has mapped the cancer-related genes of hundreds of cats, revealing that felines share around 90% of their genetic code with humans.

Researchers say many cancers in cats develop through the same biological pathways and genetic mutations seen in people, making them valuable for understanding the disease and developing future treatments. The findings could open new avenues for both human and veterinary cancer research.

Scientists: Cats May Help Develop Future Precision Cancer Treatment 

In a clinical trial, researchers found that a drug called Daraxonrasib doubled the survival time in patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This is significant as more than half of people with pancreatic cancer die within three months of diagnosis. Amid this, a report projected a shortfall of 100 million cancer care workers by 2050.


New Pill Can Double Life Expectancy in Pancreatic Cancer Patients, Study Finds

A new study has linked weight gain in early adulthood to a higher risk of developing certain cancers later in life. Researchers found that men who gained excess weight in their 20s faced a significantly higher risk of colon cancer, while women who were obese before 30 were more likely to develop womb cancer. Experts say hormonal changes, inflammation, and long-term metabolic stress may play a major role. Obesity is already considered one of the leading preventable causes of cancer in several countries, including the UK.


Study Warns Weight Gain In Your 20s Could Raise Cancer Risk Later In Life

A new study has found that the HPV vaccine significantly reduces cancer risk in men, cutting the chances by nearly half. Researchers say the vaccine, originally focused on preventing cervical cancer in women, also offers strong protection against HPV-related cancers in men, including throat and genital cancers.


Study: HPV Vaccine Halves Cancer Risk in Men |

Cancer cases in the UK have reached a record high, with analysis from Cancer Research UK indicating a diagnosis occurs roughly every 80 seconds. Over 403,000 people are diagnosed annually, driven by an aging population, rising obesity levels, and increased strain on NHS services. 


Report Suggests UK Detects A Cancer Per 80 Seconds

Report: UK Detects A Cancer Per 80 Seconds; Ageing Population Leading to Rise in Case 

In a major public health step, Telangana has declared cancer a notifiable disease, making it mandatory for hospitals and clinics to report every diagnosed case within 30 days. The move aims to strengthen surveillance, improve early detection, and ensure better planning of treatment and resources. Health facilities will now maintain dedicated cancer registers, helping the government build a clearer picture of the disease burden across the state and respond more effectively.


Telangana Declares Cancer a Notifiable Disease,  Mandates Reporting Every Cancer Case

A new study by University of Oxford researchers have found that vegetarians have a substantially lower risk of 5 types of cancer as compared to meat eaters. They compared the risk of 17 different cancers across 5 diet groups. 


Vegetarian Diet Can Substantially Slash Risk of 5 Cancers, Study Finds 

Renowned actor Catherine O’Hara has passed away due to complications from pulmonary embolism and cancer. This video covers her life, iconic roles, career highlights, and the impact she had on film and television.

Catherine O’Hara Dies of Pulmonary Embolism and Cancer

<p>In groundbreaking research, Australian scientists found that venom from honeybees is able to destroy aggressive breast cancer cells in a laboratory experiment. Describing the discovery as 'exciting', scientists cautioned that further studies are needed before it is used in the medical treatment of the most common cancer affecting women around the world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The bee venom, along with a compound in it called melittin, was used against two cancer types, which are the most difficult to treat: triple-negative and HER2-enriched.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The combination was found potent in reducing viability of these cells “We found both honeybee venom and melittin significantly, selectively and rapidly reduced the viability of triple-negative breast cancer and HER2-enriched breast cancer cells,” Ciara Duffy, a 25-year-old PhD researcher who led the study.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The study, conducted by the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research in Western Australia, was published in Nature Precision Oncology, a peer-reviewed journal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/no-longer-need-cement-for-building-dirt-water-and-waste-based-material-could-be-future-of-construction-1766249070294"><strong>No longer need cement for building: Dirt, water and waste-based material could be the future of construction</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Major findings of the study</h2><p>Dr Ciara Duffy studied the effects of venom taken from 312 honeybees and bumblebees in Western Australia, Ireland, and England on different types of breast cancer, including triple-negative breast cancer, which has few treatment options.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The study found that one specific concentration of the venom was able to kill cancer cells within an hour while causing minimal damage to healthy cells. However, higher doses were found to be more toxic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Researchers also discovered that melittin, a compound found in honeybee venom, was effective on its own in stopping or disrupting the growth of cancer cells. Although melittin occurs naturally in honeybee venom, it can also be produced synthetically.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We tested a very small, positively charged peptide in honeybee venom called melittin, which we could reproduce synthetically, and found that the synthetic product explained the majority of the anti-cancer effects of honeybee venom", Dr Ciara said</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Triple-negative breast cancer is one of the most aggressive forms of the disease and is usually treated with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. It accounts for about 10–15% of all breast cancer cases.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

A team of scientists in Australia has found that honeybee venom and a compound in it called melittin are extremely effective in destroying breast cancer cells, the most common cancer affecting women worldwide.

In groundbreaking research, Australian scientists found that venom from honeybees is able to destroy aggressive breast cancer cells in a laboratory experiment. Describing the discovery as 'exciting', scientists cautioned that further studies are needed before it is used in the medical treatment of the most common cancer affecting women around the world. The bee venom, along with a compound in it called melittin, was used against two cancer types, which are the most difficult to treat: triple-negative and HER2-enriched. The combination was found potent in reducing viability of these cells “We found both honeybee venom and melittin significantly, selectively and rapidly reduced the viability of triple-negative breast cancer and HER2-enriched breast cancer cells,” Ciara Duffy, a 25-year-old PhD researcher who led the study. The study, conducted by the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research in Western Australia, was published in Nature Precision Oncology, a peer-reviewed journal. Also Read: No longer need cement for building: Dirt, water and waste-based material could be the future of construction Major findings of the study Dr Ciara Duffy studied the effects of venom taken from 312 honeybees and bumblebees in Western Australia, Ireland, and England on different types of breast cancer, including triple-negative breast cancer, which has few treatment options. The study found that one specific concentration of the venom was able to kill cancer cells within an hour while causing minimal damage to healthy cells. However, higher doses were found to be more toxic. Researchers also discovered that melittin, a compound found in honeybee venom, was effective on its own in stopping or disrupting the growth of cancer cells. Although melittin occurs naturally in honeybee venom, it can also be produced synthetically. “We tested a very small, positively charged peptide in honeybee venom called melittin, which we could reproduce synthetically, and found that the synthetic product explained the majority of the anti-cancer effects of honeybee venom", Dr Ciara said Triple-negative breast cancer is one of the most aggressive forms of the disease and is usually treated with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. It accounts for about 10–15% of all breast cancer cases.

<p>A team of scientists in Australia has found that honeybee venom and a compound in it called melittin are extremely effective in destroying breast cancer cells, the most common cancer affecting women worldwide.</p>

Australian study finds honeybee venom fights aggressive breast cancer, promising future therapies

King Charles III has announced that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year, calling this milestone a “personal blessing” and a testament to the progress in cancer care. In a televised address, he credited early diagnosis and effective intervention for enabling him to continue leading an active life and urged all Britons to undergo regular cancer screenings.


King Charles: Treatment to Be Pared Down, Urges Screenings

A new study from Shandong University reveals how a natural antioxidant found in apples — quercetin — may help the body fight cancer. But there’s a twist: gut microbes appear to be the critical link in activating its cancer-fighting potential.
In this video, we break down how the antioxidant works, why gut health matters, and what scientists believe this could mean for future cancer prevention research.
Watch to learn more.

Gut Microbes Play Key Role in Activating Quercetin in Cancer Fight

<p>A woman in Australia faked her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis to get people to donate money to help them. She has pleaded guilty to the charges slapped against her. Nine News reported that the 45-year-old was arrested last December. The mother is accused of lying about her son's health, claiming he has cancer, to secure $60,000 in donations from the community. She admitted 11 charges in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on Thursday (Oct 16). The prosecutors alleged that the woman went to great lengths to ensure the entire act came across as real. She even covered her son with bandages to create the illusion that he was receiving radiotherapy treatment and put him in a wheelchair to make it more convincing. She set up an online fundraising page to invite donations, and also asked her son's school to arrange for monetary help.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The woman's husband was also initially charged, but they were dropped in May. Meanwhile, her charges were changed to one count of criminal neglect, 56 counts of deception to obtain a benefit and 14 counts of dishonestly dealing with property. The prosecutors told the court on Thursday that plea bargain negotiations had been concluded and the case was resolved. She appeared in court via video link from the Adelaide Women's Prison and admitted to "10 charges of deception to obtain a benefit, totalling $11,500, for amounts ranging from $500 to $3000, between November 21 and December 12, 2024," Nine News reported.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/polish-woman-locked-in-a-room-by-parents-27-years-ago-is-rescued-horrified-neighbours-watch-as-truth-emerges-1760502285285"><strong>Polish woman locked in a room by parents at age 15 is rescued at 42 - Horrified neighbours watch as truth emerges</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>How could someone use cancer and their own child in this manner?</strong></h2><p>The case created quite an uproar in the court when the woman's elaborate scheme was revealed last year. Acting Assistant Commissioner John DeCandia was shocked to see a mother fake her own kid's sickness and use something like cancer to fool people. He said he had never seen a "more devious and cruel" scheme. He said at the time, "It's abhorrent that (a person) would seek to profit for their own personal greed and selfishness from such an insidious condition such as cancer, which impacts so many families in our community."</p>

An Australian woman told everyone that her son had cancer and even dressed him up with bandages and put him in a wheelchair to get donations. The case shocked everyone when it came to light last year.   

A woman in Australia faked her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis to get people to donate money to help them. She has pleaded guilty to the charges slapped against her. Nine News reported that the 45-year-old was arrested last December. The mother is accused of lying about her son's health, claiming he has cancer, to secure $60,000 in donations from the community. She admitted 11 charges in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on Thursday (Oct 16). The prosecutors alleged that the woman went to great lengths to ensure the entire act came across as real. She even covered her son with bandages to create the illusion that he was receiving radiotherapy treatment and put him in a wheelchair to make it more convincing. She set up an online fundraising page to invite donations, and also asked her son's school to arrange for monetary help. The woman's husband was also initially charged, but they were dropped in May. Meanwhile, her charges were changed to one count of criminal neglect, 56 counts of deception to obtain a benefit and 14 counts of dishonestly dealing with property. The prosecutors told the court on Thursday that plea bargain negotiations had been concluded and the case was resolved. She appeared in court via video link from the Adelaide Women's Prison and admitted to "10 charges of deception to obtain a benefit, totalling $11,500, for amounts ranging from $500 to $3000, between November 21 and December 12, 2024," Nine News reported. Also Read: Polish woman locked in a room by parents at age 15 is rescued at 42 - Horrified neighbours watch as truth emerges How could someone use cancer and their own child in this manner? The case created quite an uproar in the court when the woman's elaborate scheme was revealed last year. Acting Assistant Commissioner John DeCandia was shocked to see a mother fake her own kid's sickness and use something like cancer to fool people. He said he had never seen a "more devious and cruel" scheme. He said at the time, "It's abhorrent that (a person) would seek to profit for their own personal greed and selfishness from such an insidious condition such as cancer, which impacts so many families in our community."

<p>An Australian woman told everyone that her son had cancer and even dressed him up with bandages and put him in a wheelchair to get donations. The case shocked everyone when it came to light last year. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Woman told everyone her son had cancer, put him in a wheelchair with bandages to get $60,000 in donations

Former President Joe Biden is undergoing a new phase of treatment for an aggressive form of cancer that was diagnosed in May, a spokesperson said Saturday.


USA: Joe Biden starts radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer

Cancer 2025: A new global study projects that cancer deaths will rise by 75% over the next 25 years, largely driven by ageing populations and population growth. The report warns of a sharp increase in cancer mortality from approximately 10 million deaths in 2025 to over 18 million by 2050. 


Cancer 2025 : Study Warns of 75% Rise in Cancer Deaths by 2050 Amid Ageing Populations

Cancer deaths rose to 10.4 million and new cases jumped to 18.5 million globally in 2023, an increase of 74 per cent and 105 per cent since 1990, according to a new analysis published in The Lancet.


'Cancer deaths may surge 75% by 2050'

Women in India are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer.

But men are more likely to die from it.

It's a paradox that’s raising tough questions for India's healthcare system and is being seen in the latest cancer registry data.

 Women Get Cancer More, Men Die More

Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro, convicted last week of leading an attempted coup, has been diagnosed with skin cancer, his doctor said Wednesday.


Brazil: Bolsonaro diagnosed with skin cancer amid 27-year coup conviction

Brazil: Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been diagnosed with early-stage skin cancer, his medical team said Wednesday. The diagnosis followed his discharge from the hospital earlier the same day after a brief health scare.


Brazil: Ex-Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Diagnosed With Early-Stage Skin Cancer

The former U.S. President Joe Biden recently underwent Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer lesions, a spokesperson confirmed. This comes just months after Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Let's dig deep into what Mohs surgery is, how it works, and why it is considered highly effective in treating skin cancer.


Joe Biden Undergoes Skin Cancer Procedure: What is Mohs Surgery? 

<p>A recent study has found that a common form of human papillomavirus (HPV), named Beta-HPV, might be more harmful than believed until now. Beta-HPV, which was once considered a rare contributor to skin cancer by intensifying UV damage, may in fact play a more direct role in driving cancer growth by actually hijacking the body’s cells. The study found that the virus can take over the body’s cells and promote tumour growth. These findings came from examining a 34-year-old woman who had recurring cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) on her forehead, despite undergoing surgeries and immunotherapy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A deeper genetic analysis revealed something surprising: the beta-HPV had actually integrated itself into the DNA of the woman’s tumor and was producing viral proteins that helped the cancer thrive. The woman had an inherited immune disorder, one that prevented her T cells from attacking HPV.</p><p>Until now, beta-HPV was never found to have integrated into cellular DNA.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“It suggests that there may be more people out there with aggressive forms of cSCC who have an underlying immune defect and could benefit from treatments targeting the immune system,” said immunologist Andrea Lisco from the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).</p><p>The research has been published in The New England Journal of Medicine.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further tests revealed that the woman’s immune system could still repair DNA damage from UV radiation, the typical cause of cSCC, but the impairment of her T cells meant the beta-HPV could invade her skin cells and trigger the formation of cancer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The immunocompromised woman was also being treated for other HPV-related illnesses, including warts on the skin and in the mouth.</p><p>Once the cause was found, she received a bone marrow stem cell transplant to replace her dysfunctional T cells with healthy ones. This cleared up the aggressive skin cancer and her other HPV-caused issues, none of which returned in a three-year follow-up period.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“This discovery and successful outcome would not have been possible without the combined expertise of virologists, immunologists, oncologists, and transplant specialists, all working under the same roof,” says Lisco.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The study shows that there are other factors at work too besides UV radiation as a cause of skin cancer. In cases of weakened immune systems like this, which are rare, even benign viruses can have devastating effects.</p><p>The finding emphasises the need for targeted and personalised cancer treatments that may well be more effective than conventional and generic approaches.&nbsp;</p><p>“This discovery could completely change how we think about the development, and consequently the treatment, of cSCC in people who have a health condition that compromises immune function,” says Lisco.</p>

The woman had an inherited immune disorder, one that prevented her T cells from attacking HPV, and the finding emphasises the need for targeted and personalised cancer treatments that may well be more effective than conventional and generic approaches.

A recent study has found that a common form of human papillomavirus (HPV), named Beta-HPV, might be more harmful than believed until now. Beta-HPV, which was once considered a rare contributor to skin cancer by intensifying UV damage, may in fact play a more direct role in driving cancer growth by actually hijacking the body’s cells. The study found that the virus can take over the body’s cells and promote tumour growth. These findings came from examining a 34-year-old woman who had recurring cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) on her forehead, despite undergoing surgeries and immunotherapy. A deeper genetic analysis revealed something surprising: the beta-HPV had actually integrated itself into the DNA of the woman’s tumor and was producing viral proteins that helped the cancer thrive. The woman had an inherited immune disorder, one that prevented her T cells from attacking HPV. Until now, beta-HPV was never found to have integrated into cellular DNA. “It suggests that there may be more people out there with aggressive forms of cSCC who have an underlying immune defect and could benefit from treatments targeting the immune system,” said immunologist Andrea Lisco from the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The research has been published in The New England Journal of Medicine. Further tests revealed that the woman’s immune system could still repair DNA damage from UV radiation, the typical cause of cSCC, but the impairment of her T cells meant the beta-HPV could invade her skin cells and trigger the formation of cancer. The immunocompromised woman was also being treated for other HPV-related illnesses, including warts on the skin and in the mouth. Once the cause was found, she received a bone marrow stem cell transplant to replace her dysfunctional T cells with healthy ones. This cleared up the aggressive skin cancer and her other HPV-caused issues, none of which returned in a three-year follow-up period. “This discovery and successful outcome would not have been possible without the combined expertise of virologists, immunologists, oncologists, and transplant specialists, all working under the same roof,” says Lisco. The study shows that there are other factors at work too besides UV radiation as a cause of skin cancer. In cases of weakened immune systems like this, which are rare, even benign viruses can have devastating effects. The finding emphasises the need for targeted and personalised cancer treatments that may well be more effective than conventional and generic approaches. “This discovery could completely change how we think about the development, and consequently the treatment, of cSCC in people who have a health condition that compromises immune function,” says Lisco.

<p>The woman had an inherited immune disorder, one that prevented her T cells from attacking HPV, and the finding emphasises the need for targeted and personalised cancer treatments that may well be more effective than conventional and generic approaches.</p>

Scientists find cause of one of the world’s most common cancers, ignite hope

<p>Joe Biden on Friday (May 30) delivered his first speech since being diagnosed earlier this month with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Speaking in Delaware, the former US president honoured fallen soldiers during a Memorial Day week event.</p><h2><strong>Honouring sacrifice and defending democracy</strong></h2><p>In New Castle, Biden linked their sacrifice to the responsibility Americans have today. “They are not asking us to risk our lives, they are asking us to stay true to what America stands for,” he said. “They are not asking us to do their jobs, they are asking us do our jobs – to protect our nation, in our time, now, to defend democracy.”</p><p>Though he didn’t mention Donald Trump by name, Biden’s remarks came after the current Republican president gave a self-focused Memorial Day address. Biden’s words stood in contrast, with an emphasis on national duty and unity.</p><h2><strong>Avoiding talk of Trump and treatment</strong></h2><p>Throughout the speech, Biden did not speak about Trump or his recent push for more presidential power, which critics say threatens American democracy. Nor did he refer to his own illness during the address.</p><p>Still, he sounded passionate and strong. The speech also came as his family marked ten years since the death of his son Beau, who passed away from brain cancer at the age of 46.</p><h2><strong>Optimism despite aggressive cancer</strong></h2><p>After the event, Biden spoke briefly with reporters and confirmed he is already receiving treatment for the disease. “All the folks are very optimistic… the expectation is we are going to be able to beat this,” he said.</p><p>He described the treatment as “one particular pill” taken daily and added, “It’s not in any organs, my bones are strong.” Biden shared that he is under the care of a top surgeon who himself survived prostate cancer thirty years ago.</p><h2><strong>At a crossroads for America</strong></h2><p>Biden didn’t hold back when discussing the challenges the country faces today. “We’re at a really difficult moment, not just Americans, the world,” he said, calling this “an inflection point” where decisions made now will shape the next two decades.</p><p>He also expressed pride in his time as president, saying, “I’m very proud. I’ll put my record as president against any president at all.”</p>

In New Castle, Biden linked their sacrifice to the responsibility Americans have today. “They are not asking us to risk our lives, they are asking us to stay true to what America stands for,” he said.

Joe Biden on Friday (May 30) delivered his first speech since being diagnosed earlier this month with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Speaking in Delaware, the former US president honoured fallen soldiers during a Memorial Day week event. Honouring sacrifice and defending democracy In New Castle, Biden linked their sacrifice to the responsibility Americans have today. “They are not asking us to risk our lives, they are asking us to stay true to what America stands for,” he said. “They are not asking us to do their jobs, they are asking us do our jobs – to protect our nation, in our time, now, to defend democracy.” Though he didn’t mention Donald Trump by name, Biden’s remarks came after the current Republican president gave a self-focused Memorial Day address. Biden’s words stood in contrast, with an emphasis on national duty and unity. Avoiding talk of Trump and treatment Throughout the speech, Biden did not speak about Trump or his recent push for more presidential power, which critics say threatens American democracy. Nor did he refer to his own illness during the address. Still, he sounded passionate and strong. The speech also came as his family marked ten years since the death of his son Beau, who passed away from brain cancer at the age of 46. Optimism despite aggressive cancer After the event, Biden spoke briefly with reporters and confirmed he is already receiving treatment for the disease. “All the folks are very optimistic… the expectation is we are going to be able to beat this,” he said. He described the treatment as “one particular pill” taken daily and added, “It’s not in any organs, my bones are strong.” Biden shared that he is under the care of a top surgeon who himself survived prostate cancer thirty years ago. At a crossroads for America Biden didn’t hold back when discussing the challenges the country faces today. “We’re at a really difficult moment, not just Americans, the world,” he said, calling this “an inflection point” where decisions made now will shape the next two decades. He also expressed pride in his time as president, saying, “I’m very proud. I’ll put my record as president against any president at all.”

<p>In New Castle, Biden linked their sacrifice to the responsibility Americans have today. “They are not asking us to risk our lives, they are asking us to stay true to what America stands for,” he said.</p>

‘My bones are strong’: Biden avoids Trump, focuses  on democracy in first speech after cancer diagnosis

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