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Millions of breast cancer patients could avoid chemotherapy with new genome test

Doctors said the test shows people with certain forms of the disease can safely avoid chemotherapy

The Independent UK · May 29

Groundbreaking genomic test could spare millions of breast cancer patients chemotherapy

Trial suggests patients with a low test score could be treated with hormone therapy alone with near-identical outcomes

The Guardian - UK · May 29

‘Like Christmas’: woman’s relief after test finds she can skip chemotherapy

Karen Bonham was part of successful trial for genomic test that determines which women with breast cancer can safely avoid chemotherapy

The Guardian - UK · May 29

Houston burglars hit bakery store for third time as owner starts chemotherapy hours earlier

The incident marks the third time the Houston Heights neighborhood bakery has been targeted by thieves

The Independent UK · May 22

Kylie Minogue postponed cancer treatment to try for 'miracle' baby

Kylie Minogue postponed her chemotherapy to undergo IVF in a last ditch attempt to become a mother and she was left devastated after she failed to conceive her "miracle" baby.

BANG Premier · May 21

Less than 24 hours in Hospital? Know about health insurance coverage for day care treatments, surgeries, and emergency procedures

Many policyholders believe health insurance claims require a 24-hour hospital stay. However, modern policies cover numerous treatments completed within 24 hours, known as day care procedures. These include surgeries like cataract removal and treatments such as chemotherapy. Policyholders must verify their policy details, including covered procedures and exclusions, to ensure…

The Economic Times · May 20

Coronation Street actor says she is ‘taking time to reflect’ ahead of chemotherapy

Coronation Street actor Tracy Shaw has issued a cancer update as she praised the “gift of life” in a reflective post.

The Independent UK · May 18

6 Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatments Younger Patients Are Asking Their Oncologists About

Cancer care is changing fast, and younger patients are paying close attention to the newest options available. Many people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s are now researching advanced therapies before they even step into an oncology office. Instead of accepting traditional chemotherapy as the only path forward, they are…

Budget and the Bees · May 15

Former darts world champion Mark Webster set for Sky Sports return after cancer diagnosis

The 42-year-old Welshman, who became world champion in 2008, began chemotherapy in February

The Independent UK · May 12

King meets chemo patients and tries out robot used in surgery during visit

The King unveiled a plaque marking the 300th anniversary of Guy’s Hospital.

Evening Standard · May 11