Majority of lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers, startling study reveals

Majority of lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers, startling study reveals

The majority of lung cancer cases in India are linked to non-smokers, a startling study has revealed. Factors such as genetic susceptibility, hormonal status and rise in poor air quality have been highlighted as the main cause of lung cancer in Indians. The research was conducted at Mumbai-based Tata Memorial Centre and titled ‘Uniqueness of lung cancer in Southeast Asia’. …

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Hina Khan shares emotional video of getting her hair chopped after cancer diagnosis: ‘Decided to use my own hair to make a nice wig’ | Life-style News

Hina Khan shares emotional video of getting her hair chopped after cancer diagnosis: ‘Decided to use my own hair to make a nice wig’ | Life-style News

In a display of strength and resilience, actor Hina Khan recently shared her journey with stage three breast cancer, including the emotional decision to cut her hair.  Khan shared her diagnosis publicly last week in a statement where she wrote, “Despite this challenging diagnosis, I want to reassure everyone that I am doing well.” As …

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Kidney Cancer: Know Early Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Kidney Cancer: Know Early Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Kidney cancer may not show symptoms in its early stages. The most frequent type of kidney cancer in adults is renal cell carcinoma. Kidney cancer is a condition that begins in the kidneys. It occurs when healthy cells in one or both kidneys grow uncontrollably and form a mass (known as a tumour). Most people …

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