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🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Colorectal cancer screening should start at age 45, organization says

Colorectal Cancer Canada is advocating for lowering the routine colorectal cancer screening age to 45 for average-risk Canadians due to increasing incidence rates in younger adults.

Feb 26 • 20:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Apoorva Mehta Seen at Film Screening

Apoorva Mehta attended a film screening event.

Feb 26 • 17:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Actress Pratibha Ranta spotted at the film screening

Actress Pratibha Ranta was seen attending a recent film screening event in India.

Feb 26 • 17:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

466 Plateau pilgrims depart for Israel, Jordan March 5

About 466 pilgrims from Plateau State are set to depart for Israel on March 5, 2026, as announced by the Christian Welfare Board following mobilization and screening processes.

Feb 26 • 16:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG unveils free cancer screening in Ebonyi

The Nigerian government has launched a free cancer screening initiative in Ebonyi to commemorate World Cancer Day 2026, aiming to screen 1,000 individuals at a local teaching hospital.

Feb 26 • 14:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ICE faces difficulties with screening new recruits, reveals internal email obtained by agency

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is struggling to keep up with the screening of its new hires and is establishing a process to address allegations of misconduct from recruits, according to an internal email obtained by Reuters.

Feb 26 • 11:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERY: Postimees special screening brought film enthusiasts and the cast of 'Säärane mulk' to Ülemiste Apollo cinema

A special screening of the comedy 'Säärane mulk' took place at the Ülemiste Apollo cinema in Estonia, featuring the cast and crew as they introduced a modern interpretation of a classic play.

Feb 26 • 11:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Berlinguer on the Metro

The recent screening of the film 'Berlinguer: The Great Ambition' at the Italian Cinema Week in Mexico reflects on the life and political ideas of Enrico Berlinguer, emphasizing his role in Italian communism and the need for adaptation to local contexts.

Feb 26 • 07:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Remove the upper age limit for breast screening

A retired individual argues for the immediate abolition of the Swedish health authority's age limit for breast cancer screening, citing the unnecessary deaths of the elderly during the pandemic.

Feb 25 • 16:17 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Breakthrough Sickle Cell Gene Therapy a Distant Hope in Africa

A new gene therapy for sickle cell disease, successful in Western nations, remains unaffordable for most patients in Africa as Uganda begins nationwide newborn screening for the disorder.

Feb 25 • 12:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With an estimate of 60 new cases of colorectal cancer in AC, colonoscopy still faces taboos; get to know the prevention exam

Colonoscopy is a crucial procedure for detecting colorectal cancer early, but many people in Acre, Brazil, have misconceptions and fears about it, contributing to low screening rates despite a rising incidence of the disease.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The risks of child development will be assessed with early screening. How will it work?

Latvian researchers are enhancing early screening tools to better assess child development risks after testing them on a sample of 1,000 children.

Feb 25 • 08:48 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Pilot study into early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer to launch in Brisbane

A pilot study aimed at early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer through screening diabetes patients is set to launch in Brisbane.

Feb 24 • 20:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

LEADERSHIP OF LUNG CLINIC ⟩ Screening for lung cancer in Tartu County outperformed the USA

A lung cancer screening pilot in Tartu County has shown significantly better participation rates and early detection compared to similar programs in the USA.

Feb 24 • 10:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Filial Insurance’ that lowers the threshold with easy screening, be sure to check your parents' medical history before enrolling

The rising popularity of 'filial insurance' highlights the increased accessibility for elderly clients to manage the healthcare risks of their parents, especially with easy screening options.

Feb 24 • 10:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to Include Colonoscopy in National Health Screening for Ages 45 to 74

The government plans to include colonoscopies as part of the national health screening for citizens aged 45 to 74 starting in 2028, aiming to increase cancer early detection rates.

Feb 24 • 09:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cultural Marathon will feature Joelma, Marisa Monte, Adriana Calcanhoto, and screening of 'The Secret Agent' in Florianópolis

The 12th Cultural Marathon in Florianópolis will feature prominent Brazilian artists and a variety of free events from March 20 to 23, 2024.

Feb 24 • 08:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Colorectal cancer: transit, pain, fatigue... When should we worry?

The article discusses the importance of early detection and screening for colorectal cancer, which remains one of the most common and deadliest cancers in France.

Feb 24 • 06:38 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Burnie Airport warns airlines may leave over security screening upgrade costs

Burnie Airport faces the potential loss of airlines like QantasLink due to costly security upgrades that could lead to higher ticket prices.

Feb 23 • 22:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women’s Health Truck offers services in the Bom Jesus region

The Women's Health Truck has begun offering services in Bom Jesus, Brazil, as part of a health program intended to provide crucial care to women in the area.

Feb 23 • 18:11 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

OUS: 576 women alerted about unreliable test results

Oslo University Hospital has recommended that 576 women undergo new HPV testing due to a technical error discovered in their screening equipment.

Feb 23 • 16:26 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: Overwhelmed by asylum claims, Ottawa coped by ignoring security protocols

Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board eliminated many security screening protocols, resulting in 25,000 asylum claimants receiving refugee status without in-person interviews due to the overwhelming number of claims.

Feb 23 • 16:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Colon Cancer: A Study Confirmed That Early Detection Reduces Cases of Severity

A clinical study shows that screening for colorectal cancer significantly aids early detection and reduces advanced cases.

Feb 23 • 16:03 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The aim is not to appeal to the anxiety of relatives of cancer patients

A cancer support organization has criticized Intuens for marketing its health screening services to the relatives of cancer patients.

Feb 23 • 15:58 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Opposes screening by Intuens

The director of the Cancer Society of Iceland strongly advises against cancer screenings offered by the company Intuens, labeling them unethical and scientifically unsupported.

Feb 23 • 12:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Unethical to market towards relatives of cancer patients

The director of the Icelandic Cancer Society criticizes a company for marketing its health screening services to families of cancer patients.

Feb 23 • 12:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The 46th Anniversary of the Sabuk Incident... Screening of the Movie '1980 Sabuk' at Home and Abroad

The 46th anniversary of the Sabuk Incident is being commemorated with screenings of the film '1980 Sabuk' both domestically and internationally, urging for a national apology.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Festival Against Totalitarianism Méně Tekel Begins. It Will Kick Off with a Dramatic Documentary about the StB

The Méně Tekel festival against totalitarianism kicks off with the screening of a documentary-drama about the StB's action in 1948.

Feb 23 • 09:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand the risk factors of colorectal cancer, which is advancing among young people

Colorectal cancer incidence is increasing among individuals under 50, prompting experts to investigate the reasons behind this concerning trend.

Feb 23 • 07:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Scientific Short Test: Dementia Screening Days in Freising

Dementia Screening Days in Freising offer local residents aged 65 and older a chance to assess their memory performance with a short scientific test.

Feb 22 • 14:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa pilgrims pass medical test, gear up for 2026 Hajj

The Jigawa State Hajj Welfare Board confirmed that all intending pilgrims from the state have successfully passed their medical screening in preparation for the 2026 Hajj in Mecca.

Feb 22 • 10:54 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Foundation marks World Cancer Day

The International Cancer Centre in Abuja, in partnership with OncoBridge Foundation, conducted a two-day community awareness campaign and free cancer screenings for residents in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State to mark World Cancer Day.

Feb 22 • 00:35 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

No outbreak of tuberculosis but broader screenings and more accurate tests

Health officials in Iceland report that there is no outbreak of tuberculosis, but emphasize the importance of broader screenings and more accurate testing methods for the disease.

Feb 21 • 20:34 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expansion of Pre-Entry Screening for Foreigners: Permanent Residency Fee Increased from 10,000 to 200,000 Yen

Japan is expanding its electronic travel authorization system, JESTA, to include more foreign travelers while significantly raising fees for permanent residency applications.

Feb 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Nightly bathroom habit was missed sign of common men's cancer: 'I didn't know'

A man in London diagnosed with prostate cancer initially dismissed his frequent nighttime bathroom trips as a result of consuming too much fluid before bed.

Feb 20 • 18:45 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It is extremely serious that tuberculosis infection has been detected

There has been a serious detection of tuberculosis infection among two healthcare workers in Iceland, prompting further testing among staff.

Feb 20 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Visir dismisses criticism and thinks little of doctors' arguments

Visir responds critically to healthcare professionals' concerns regarding its health screening services, dismissing their arguments as self-serving.

Feb 20 • 12:03 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Another example of the system protecting its own interests

The leader of Intuens dismisses criticism from health experts regarding their health screening service as an example of the system protecting its own interests.

Feb 20 • 12:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

People with a certain birthday urged to get screening that diagnosed thousands in 2025

The NHS is urging women aged 50 to 70 to participate in regular breast screenings, emphasizing early detection of breast cancer which diagnosed thousands last year.

Feb 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Two health care workers infected with tuberculosis

Two employees at a primary health care center in Iceland tested positive for tuberculosis during staff screenings, but are not showing symptoms and are not contagious.

Feb 20 • 11:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Yadav Ji Love Story' – What's the controversy that's stirring up unrest across cities, find out

The upcoming film 'Yadav Ji Love Story', set to release on February 27, faces backlash from the Yadav community, threatening to prevent its screening in theaters.

Feb 20 • 07:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What is Congress's preparation for the Assam elections?

Congress has shown significant seriousness regarding the Assam elections, as evidenced by the appointment of Priyanka Gandhi as the chairperson of the screening committee.

Feb 20 • 06:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Pedro Pascal is seen with an Argentine creative director in New York amid strong romance rumors

Pedro Pascal and Argentine creative director Rafael Olarra were spotted in New York City, sparking romance rumors after attending a movie screening together.

Feb 19 • 22:23 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Even Stevens’ star Christy Carlson Romano reveals positive cancer screening

Christy Carlson Romano, known for her role in 'Even Stevens', shared her emotional health update about a positive cancer screening result while discussing her family history of cancer.

Feb 19 • 15:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

White House grants ICE power to detain refugees for aggressive ‘rescreening’

The Trump administration is enabling ICE to detain refugees for aggressive re-screening, reversing previous protections.

Feb 19 • 15:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Christy Carlson Romano, former Disney star, reveals positive cancer test: 'It's a very vulnerable moment'

Actress Christy Carlson Romano announced a positive cancer screening result, prompting concern among her fans.

Feb 19 • 14:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Army to screen children of fallen soldiers for education sponsorship

The Nigerian Army is set to conduct a nationwide screening of children of deceased personnel for an education sponsorship program for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Feb 19 • 08:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Foundation unveils free cervical, prostate cancer screening in A’Ibom

OncoBridge Foundation has launched free cervical and prostate cancer screenings in Akwa Ibom State for residents as part of World Cancer Day 2026 activities.

Feb 19 • 06:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Natasha backs Tinubu’s nominee Yusuf for NAHCON chair

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan supports the nomination of Ambassador Ismail Yusuf as the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria during a Senate committee screening.

Feb 18 • 22:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Christy Romano Breaks Down in Tears: Positive Result from Cancer Screening

Actress Christy Carlson Romano announces a positive result from her cancer screening, indicating the possibility of stageable cancer.

Feb 18 • 20:33 UTC

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