Michel Sadelain, one of the fathers of CAR-T, the promising therapies against cancer: "They are living medications that multiply within the patient's body"
Michel Sadelain, a key figure in CAR-T therapy, discusses the advancements in cancer treatment and the ongoing challenges in targeting solid tumors.
A living drug eliminates tumors in mice with pancreatic, ovarian, or kidney cancer
A new living drug, a highly sensitive version of the CAR-T therapy, has successfully eliminated tumors in lab mice suffering from pancreatic, ovarian, and kidney cancers.
Trained defenses attack the 'castle' of solid tumors: CAR-T therapies find weaknesses in the kidney, ovary, and pancreas
Recent advances in CAR-T therapy show potential for effectively targeting solid tumors in organs such as the kidney, ovary, and pancreas, addressing a significant challenge in cancer treatment.
Cancer Therapy: When the Patient Co-Decides
Cancer patients benefit when they are directly involved in decision-making about their treatment, with some clinics already showing a change in approach.
First patient receives groundbreaking cancer treatment in North Jutland
A pioneering CAR-T cancer treatment has been successfully administered to the first patient at Aalborg University Hospital in Denmark.
Professor Kim Do-kyung's research team at Kyung Hee University selected for the Ministry of Science and ICT's 'IP Star Scientist' Phase 2 project
Kyung Hee University Professor Kim Do-kyung leads a research team selected for Phase 2 of the 'IP Star Scientist' project to commercialize next-generation cancer treatments.
When standard treatment no longer helps: advanced cancer diagnostics and treatment at Kaunas Clinics
The Kaunas Clinics have launched a Nuclear Medicine Research Center, offering modern treatments for advanced cancer through precision medicine and innovative therapies.
Hormones in menopause are cleared of early death
Most women can safely take hormones for menopausal symptoms without worrying about serious side effects such as breast cancer or cardiovascular diseases.
Gigantic study definitively debunks myth about hormone treatment in menopause
Most women can safely take hormones for menopausal symptoms without worrying about severe side effects like breast cancer or cardiovascular disease, according to a large study involving almost 900,000 women.
Countryfile's Julia Bradbury end-of-life fears as she makes decision after 'trauma'
Julia Bradbury discusses her breast cancer journey and her decision to pursue therapy after facing trauma from her diagnosis.
The generation changing medicine: The 28-year-old Greek biologist behind new therapy and the next battle against cancer
Andreas Metousis, a 28-year-old Greek biochemist, is pioneering critical research in the fight against rare, deadly diseases during his PhD at the Max Planck Institute.
Hockey players raise funds to expand CAR T-cell therapy access in Edmonton
Hockey players at the World’s Longest Hockey Game are fundraising to support CAR T-cell therapy access at Edmonton's Cross Cancer Institute.
The scientists who have revolutionized treatment for different types of blood cancer win the Fronteras prize
American oncologist Carl June and French geneticist Michel Sadelain have been awarded the BBVA Foundation's Fronteras del Conocimiento Prize for their innovative CAR-T cell therapy for blood cancers.
Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment: Advanced CAR-T Cell Therapy Applied to a Child for the First Time in Lithuania
Lithuania has successfully implemented advanced CAR-T cell therapy for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, marking a significant milestone in cancer treatment.
What we have achieved in pancreatic cancer has never been done before. Should I say it's nonsense?
Spanish scientist Mariano Barbacid has developed a triple therapy that successfully eliminates pancreatic tumors in mice, making significant strides in cancer research.
Here, the youngest patients take a break – among crafts, songs, and play
At Drottning Silvia Children’s Hospital in Gothenburg, a special department offers young patients a respite from their illnesses through play and artistic activities.
The True Story Behind 'The First Effective Therapy Against Pancreatic Cancer' by Mariano Barbacid
Mariano Barbacid's company Vega Oncotargets has toned down its slogan after generating false expectations from a promising experiment involving 45 'cured' mice, prompting over a hundred pancreatic cancer patients to seek assistance from the CNIO.
The first patients in Rijeka receive new lung tumor therapy
The first lung tumor patients in Rijeka have successfully undergone stereotactic radiotherapy, making KBC the first public health institution in Croatia to offer this advanced radiation treatment method.
Over a thousand certified coordinators. Changes in the organization of Polish oncology
Experts at a conference organized for World Cancer Day discussed the evolving role of coordination and consortia as foundational elements in guiding patients through the oncology diagnostic and therapy process in Poland.
Artificial saliva helps protect the teeth of head and neck cancer patients
Research indicates that an artificial saliva mouthwash derived from sugarcane protein can aid cancer patients by mitigating the impact of radiation therapy on their salivary glands.
Proton Therapy: When Technology Becomes an Ally Against Cancer
The article discusses the significance of proton therapy in combating cancer, highlighting its potential to address the increasing incidence of cancer cases in Spain, particularly among children and adolescents.
Mariano Barbacid against pancreatic cancer: the researcher and his team ask for help to start clinical trials
Mariano Barbacid and his team have developed a groundbreaking therapy that completely cured the most common form of pancreatic cancer in mice and are seeking assistance to begin clinical trials.
Turning genes on and off. We are looking for the causes of cancer to treat it effectively
The article discusses the challenges of cancer treatment through gene therapy, highlighting that cancer is influenced by genetic mutations, age, and lifestyle rather than solely being a result of genetic mutations.
CNIO Researchers Eliminate Pancreatic Cancer in Mice for the First Time Without Resistance Appearing
Researchers at the CNIO have successfully eliminated the most common form of pancreatic cancer in mice, using a combination therapy that prevents resistance and has no major side effects.
BBC Breakfast delivers emotional update as guest details battling 'aggressive' cancer
Oscar Murphy, a 28-year-old battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, shared an emotional health update on BBC Breakfast after receiving breakthrough CAR-T therapy.
The author Colleen Hoover of 'It Ends With Us' revealed that she was diagnosed with cancer
Colleen Hoover, the author of 'It Ends With Us,' has disclosed her cancer diagnosis and is currently undergoing radiation therapy.
Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis as she approaches end of treatment
Author Colleen Hoover has shared details about her cancer diagnosis and treatment, revealing she is nearing the end of her radiation therapy.
The Cantabrian Exception: 51.5 million to create the first pure public proton therapy unit in Spain
Cantabria is set to establish Spain's first fully publicly funded proton therapy unit with an investment of 51.5 million euros, enabling treatment for 350 patients annually.
Unveiling why some cancer therapies increase cardiac risk
Research reveals that clonal hematopoiesis, characterized by age-related variants in blood stem cells, may explain the increased cardiac risk in certain cancer therapies.
Cancer-stricken daughter of ex-professional Diekmeier wins
Dennis Diekmeier's 15-year-old daughter, battling cancer, impressively wins an equestrian tournament during her therapy break, demonstrating the therapeutic benefits of riding.
"We already have many effective tools": the promises of personalized therapies against cancer
The article discusses the advancements in technology leading to personalized cancer therapies amid rising cancer diagnoses in France.
Testosterone: The hormone that went from enemy to potential ally of the prostate, what has changed
Recent studies indicate that testosterone therapy does not increase the risk of prostate cancer, challenging a long-held medical belief.