Blocking nidogen-2 enhances chemotherapy efficacy in pancreatic cancer

Blocking nidogen-2 enhances chemotherapy efficacy in pancreatic cancer

Researchers at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have identified a potential new therapeutic target for pancreatic cancer, one of the most lethal cancer types with limited treatment options. Published in the journal Science Advances, the study shows that blocking the molecule nidogen-2 enhanced the effectiveness of chemotherapy and reduced the cancer’s spread in mouse …

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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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Cancer evades chemotherapy, finds mechanism to reverse: Study

Cancer evades chemotherapy, finds mechanism to reverse: Study

In the study, the team zeroed in on lactate – the product that builds up as cancer cells convert nutrients to energy, which was found to be most abundant in chemotherapy-resistant cancer tissues Image for representational purposes only. Photo Courtesy: iStock Your browser doesn’t support HTML5 audio An international team of researchers …

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Kate Middleton battling cancer: What is preventive chemotherapy?

Kate Middleton battling cancer: What is preventive chemotherapy?

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, earlier this week announced that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing “preventive” chemotherapy. She said that cancer was found after an abdominal surgery she underwent in January. In a video, she said, “The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. …

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The Reason Behind Kate Middleton’s Delayed Cancer Statement

The Reason Behind Kate Middleton’s Delayed Cancer Statement

Kate Middleton battling cancer: Kate said she will return to work after she makes a full recovery. (File) Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, put a rest to social media speculations about her absence from public eye with the grim news of a cancer diagnosis. While the UK royal has been receiving chemotherapy since after her …

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Kate Middleton Reveals Undergoing Preventative Chemotherapy; How Is It Different From Regular Chemo?

Kate Middleton Reveals Undergoing Preventative Chemotherapy; How Is It Different From Regular Chemo?

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, on Friday revealed that she has been undergoing preventative chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer. However, she refrained from disclosing what kind or stage of cancer she has and said that the treatment started in late February. In a video, released by Kensington Palace, Princess Catherine said that she underwent …

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As Kate announces her treatment for cancer, a look at recent events that have fueled rumors | Hollywood

As Kate announces her treatment for cancer, a look at recent events that have fueled rumors | Hollywood

LONDON — On Friday, Kate, the Princess of Wales, said she is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer — an announcement that comes amid what hasn’t been a good year for Britain’s royals so far. HT Image {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} First came the “royal health shock” headlines when palace officials announced that King Charles III and …

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