Drinking ‘very hot’ drinks may increase risk of esophageal cancer: study
The International Agency for Research on Cancer considers a beverage “very hot” if it is above 65°C, and says it is “probably carcinogenic” to people. …
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Category: Cancer
Singer Carly Simon reveals Parkinson’s disease and cancer diagnoses
‘I do not consider Parkinson’s a gift or a blessing. It is neither. It is difficult, frustrating, and sometimes frightening,’ the ‘You’re So Vain’ singer said in a statement. …
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William Shatner and daughter Melanie diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at same time
The duo said they are both now cancer-free after Shatner, 95, was diagnosed with malignant melanoma and Melanie, 61, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. …
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Doctor warns of ‘cancer tsunami’ as WHO projects sharp rise in cases by 2050
A new WHO report warns annual cancer cases could rise from 20 million to nearly 35 million by 2050, with experts warning Canada must prepare for a ‘cancer tsunami.’ …
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Can a blood test tell patients if their cancer is coming back? Researchers are on it
Researchers at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre are working on a trial to determine if a blood test can detect tiny amounts of cancer remaining after patients have been treated. …
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Can a blood test tell if cancer is returning? Research is underway
If the test, also known as a liquid biopsy, is positive, those patients could get additional experimental treatments, to try to prevent the cancer coming back. …
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Can GLP-1s lower some cancer risks? What new research suggests
Currently, two generic versions of Ozempic and Wegovy are available for Canadians to purchase for patients who use it to treat diabetes or weight loss for a fraction of the cost. …
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Woman with terminal cancer climbs Mt. Everest to show possibilities are limitless
Shaunna Burke has summitted Mount Everest with Stage 4 cancer, raising funds to support research into the link between oxygen and cancer progression. …
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Toronto man’s HIV in remission after bone marrow transplant to treat cancer
Doctors say a Toronto man has shown no signs of his HIV infection since receiving a bone marrow transplant. If he stays virus-free through 2027, he’ll be considered cured. …
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