1 hour ago Unusual symptom in the fingertips that signals UK's most deadly cancer

This symptom can take "years to develop", according to experts

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3 h. ago Terminally ill grandad waits 15 hours at Scots A&E until health board boss intervenes

Peter Black, 71, who suffers from stage 4 cancer, is one of the latest victims of the country’s hospital waiting times crisis after being taken to Wishaw General with alarming symptoms on Saturday.

Science

7 h. ago Cold blooded killer who ripped diamond ring off dying victim executed in record breaking year

Kayle Bates, 67, was executed by lethal injection at Florida State Prison for the 1982 killing of Janet White, who was abducted at her place of work

Events

8 h. ago How you drink your morning coffee could increase your risk of cancer by up to SIX times

Symptoms often include difficulty swallowing, unintended weight loss, and chest pain or discomfort. These symptoms can be subtle at first but tend to worsen as the cancer progresses.

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10 h. ago I thought my stomach pain was from giving birth... it was actually an aggressive form of colon cancer

A 37-year-old woman in China had just given birth via c-section when she was diagnosed with aggressive stage four colon cancer in an extremely rare case, doctors wrote this week.

Politics

10 h. ago Oscar winner Ariana DeBose devastated by mum's death at 57 as she pays tribute

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose announced that her mother, Gina DeBose, died, aged 57, over the weekend, three years after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer

Events

13 h. ago Ewan McGregor channels Trainspotting character as he braves the shave for cancer charity

Ewan McGregor has “braved the shave” and cut all his hair off to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Politics

14 h. ago Former Michigan State student sues college for $100 million after cancer diagnosis due to alleged chemical exposure

The former student says she was forced to spray pesticides without protective equipment or training

Science

15 h. ago The silent epidemic: the pros and cons of screening for prostate cancer

In the US, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in men – but experts can’t agree about testing“You will feel a little pressure.”My doctor had instructed me to lower my boxers, bend forward and place my elbows on the table. As with most men over 50, it was time for my annual digital rectal exam, or DRE: those riveting moments when the doctor takes a “look” at the prostate gland, which is just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. Continue reading...

Politics

16 h. ago Keely Hodgkinson won’t rule out making attempt at new British record in Lausanne

The Olympic champion marked her return from a 376-day absence on Saturday in Silesia in stunning style.

Politics

16 h. ago Widow, 88, fears her house could fall off cliff as erosion drags her street towards the sea

Jean Flick, 88, remarried in 1999 after the death of her first husband from cancer and later bought the seaside property in Thorpeness, Suffolk, with her second husband for a fresh start.

Events

17 h. ago Glasgow fitness coach takes on Off the Beatson Track after cancer diagnosis

A Glasgow fitness coach who was diagnosed with lymphoma earlier this year is set to take on Off the Beatson Track on Sunday, August 24, with his family by his side.

Sport

17 h. ago Edinburgh Fringe comedian fulfils dream after devastating cancer diagnosis

Karen Bucknall has battled cancer, and has been left with recurring health issues.

Science

19 h. ago Diamonds could help detect cancer using groundbreaking new technique

University of Warwick scientists have created a device that is designed to trace tiny magnetic particles injected into the body

Science

19 h. ago How injecting small amounts of this very common household item could be the secret to tackling breast cancer... as researchers suggest stunning plan could also fight other tumours

A colourless liquid with a sharp odour, hydrogen peroxide occurs naturally in tiny amounts in human tissue (as a by-product of cells burning energy) and is also found in plants, bacteria, the air and water.

Society

19 h. ago Ayrshire Cancer Support fundraising campaign returns this September

This September walk, run, cycle, swim or however you like to move, and turn your miles into support for people affected by cancer across Ayrshire

Politics

20 h. ago Cancer charity finds children 'more likely to engage with junk food posts from influencers'

We are guilty of exposing our kids to social media but it could be having a huge impact on their diet

Society

23 h. ago 'Doctors said it wasn't anything to be worried about, it wasn't dangerous, then I was diagnosed with cancer'

Barbara found a lump when she was breastfeeding her daughter Canada-Rose, who is now three years old

Science

25 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden's hidden health struggles after cancer battle

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has been open about her health struggles, including her battle with Crohn's disease and her devastating breast cancer diagnosis

Events

27 h. ago I was diagnosed with stage four cancer after strange symptom on train

Will Wise, 32, had recently retired from professional basketball after seven years when he started a new job in recruitment. Before work one morning, the imposing figure, standing at 6ft 8ins, went to the gym and enjoyed a run

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