Chemotherapy

A 12-year-old UK girl underwent six unnecessary chemotherapy rounds due to a misdiagnosis. Her mother expressed feeling let down by the medical professionals involved.

A new study could help thousands of breast cancer patients avoid chemotherapy without affecting survival rates, as explained by Dr. Archelle Georgiou. Over 300,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer annually, some undergoing chemo as a precaution.

Amy Dowden, 35, revealed that undergoing an early medically induced menopause and chemotherapy led to broken bones and muscle loss. She posed in a bikini to share her experience.

Health Canada has permitted the temporary import and sale of a chemotherapy ingredient from a Chinese-authorized source to address a critical shortage in Canada. The decision aims to alleviate the scarcity of the chemotherapy drug ingredient.

Nara Smith, a social media influencer and content creator, revealed her 2-year-old daughter, Whimsy Lou, has cancer and requires immediate chemotherapy. Smith shared the news on Instagram, stating the diagnosis occurred late last year and the disease has spread, though specific cancer details were not disclosed.

The OPTIMA trial suggests genomic testing could identify more hormone receptor-positive/HER2-negative early breast cancer patients who might avoid chemotherapy. Results were presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting.

The author recounts her father's stage 4 tongue cancer diagnosis during her high school senior year and a subsequent health scare, highlighting his resilience and her journey to live in the present. Despite the cancer treatment's lasting physical effects, the author cherishes the years of memories created with her father.

Cancer patients are opting for ivermectin, an anti-parasitic medication primarily used as a dewormer in animals, instead of chemotherapy. Doctors are expressing concern over this shift in treatment choices.

A study found that adding vitamin D supplementation to chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer was safe and reduced tumor-protective tissue density while increasing immune T-cells. The results suggest potential for improving treatment outcomes in hard-to-treat pancreatic cancers.

The article describes a patient who underwent multiple treatments including a transplant, post-transplant lymphoma, chemotherapy, a central nervous system relapse, and another auto transplant. His family is present as the oncologist prepares to share an update.

Tracy Shaw, a character on Coronation Street, discusses the side effects of chemotherapy following her breast cancer diagnosis. She mentions that 'there's nothing normal about life anymore' due to her experiences.

Actor and former professional wrestler Tyler Mane has been diagnosed with rare male breast cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. He shared the news on Facebook to raise awareness about the condition.

X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, has been diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer and is beginning chemotherapy treatment.

X-Men actor Tyler Mane, 59, has been diagnosed with 'super rare' breast cancer and has begun chemotherapy treatment.

A new trial found that cancer patients who followed a home-based exercise program showed improved attention and fewer cognitive problems compared to a placebo group. Low-dose ibuprofen also demonstrated some cognitive benefits, though less consistently.

Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw, 52, was rushed to A&E due to severe chemotherapy side effects during her breast cancer treatment. She expressed feeling 'no strength left' amid the ordeal.

A new daily pill for pancreatic cancer has shown to reduce the risk of death by 60% compared to chemotherapy in a study involving 500 patients. The drug, developed by a biotech company, is doubling survival time for patients with an aggressive form of the disease.

Ken Jones, a San Francisco firefighter with Stage 4 cancer, died after his insurance provider Blue Shield of California denied requested treatments. The insurance company cited medical guidelines for the denials, while his oncologist disputed their interpretation. The case prompted a city hearing to address insurance claims processes for first responders.

A new drug in trials demonstrated that pancreatic cancer patients survived twice as long as those treated with chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook reported on the findings.

A person diagnosed with stage 4 cancer 15 years ago and given a 20% survival chance chose to delay chemotherapy in favor of a radical alternative program. They now claim to be living proof of the effectiveness of 'prehab' for cancer treatment.

A triple-action cancer jab has shown 'unprecedentedly strong responses' in eradicating entire tumours in patients whose disease was resistant to chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The international trial involved patients across 11 countries with advanced or recurrent cancer.

A new DNA test may allow millions of breast cancer patients to safely avoid chemotherapy, as indicated by an international trial. The test helps determine if patients require the treatment based on their genetic profile.

A groundbreaking gene test could spare millions of breast cancer patients from undergoing chemotherapy. The test identifies patients who may not benefit from the treatment, potentially reducing unnecessary side effects.

Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw is struggling emotionally after her first chemotherapy session following a breast cancer diagnosis.

Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw has completed her first day of chemotherapy and provided a health update following her breast cancer diagnosis.

Angie Best, a 73-year-old woman, has shared her new hairstyle following chemotherapy treatment for colon cancer. She humorously revealed that she only has approximately 15 hairs remaining after undergoing cancer treatment.

Pat Gentile overcame her nervousness about appearing at work without a wig after chemotherapy when a stranger at a convenience store gave her an unexpected compliment. The encounter boosted her confidence as she began growing out her hair following cancer treatment.

Scientists have discovered that the MYC protein helps cancer cells survive chemotherapy by repairing damaged DNA. This protein rushes to broken DNA and recruits repair machinery, allowing tumors to recover from treatments. The finding sheds light on why some cancers are resistant to chemotherapy.

Researchers discovered a new method to kill harmful senescent cells that survive chemotherapy and contribute to cancer aggressiveness. The approach involves removing the protective protein GPX4, causing the cells to self-destruct. This method showed promise in mice by reducing tumor size and increasing survival.

King Charles met with cancer patients at Guy's Hospital, praising their bravery and discussing the effects of chemotherapy on taste buds. The meeting highlighted the monarch's interest in healthcare and patient experiences. King Charles engaged with patients to understand their challenges.

King Charles met with cancer patients at Guy's Hospital and discussed how chemotherapy affects their taste buds. The king praised the patients as 'very brave'. The meeting highlighted the king's interest in healthcare and support for those affected by cancer.

A 27-year-old man has produced sperm from testicular tissue frozen as a child in a breakthrough trial, offering hope to boys left infertile by chemotherapy. The tissue was frozen when he was 10 and re-transplanted 16 years later. This is the first time a transplant of cryopreserved prepubertal testicular tissue has restored sperm production in an adult patient.

Jurassic Park star Sam Neill, 78, disclosed his near-death experience during a cancer battle after chemotherapy stopped working. He shared details of his health crisis and survival journey.

A small study found that daily vitamin D supplementation alongside chemotherapy increased breast cancer treatment success by 79%, with patients more likely to achieve remission. Researchers highlight vitamin D's immune-boosting properties and its potential as an affordable, underexplored therapeutic aid for deficient cancer patients.

Vickie Doogan, 52, from England, was diagnosed with breast cancer twice and underwent treatment, including a double mastectomy due to a BRCA2 gene mutation. Her dog Dolly, a poochon, was later diagnosed with the same cancer in 2026 and underwent a mastectomy. Both are now cancer-free and sharing their story to encourage others.

The NHS is implementing improved genetic testing for minority ethnic cancer patients, addressing previous gaps that overlooked gene variants linked to higher chemotherapy side effect risks. This change aims to reduce disparities in health outcomes for Black and minority ethnic patients, who historically face poorer post-diagnosis results compared to white patients.