15 h. ago Single blood test for more than 50 cancers could 'transform' care

It's been dubbed the 'holy grail' of cancer tests

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27 h. ago Expert hail 'holy grail' blood test that accurately flags FIFTY types of cancer before symptoms strike: 'We're one step closer to transforming cancer diagnoses'

The Galleri test - dubbed the 'holy grail' for cancer - screens for more than 50 cancers, often picking up signs before symptoms even appear.

Science

27 h. ago ‘Holy grail’ blood test for more than 50 cancers delivers ‘exciting’ results

The Galleri test identifies DNA in the bloodstream that has been shed by cancer cells, giving the earliest signs somebody may have the disease.

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27 h. ago ‘Holy Grail’ blood test can predict cancers before any symptoms start

Trials of the Galleri test that screens for more than 50 cancers showed it was correct in 62% of cases where it thought people had the disease - but is that good enough?

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32 h. ago ‘Holy grail’ blood test for more than 50 cancers delivers ‘extremely compelling' results

The treatment has been labelled as a holy grail in the fight against deadly cancers.

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37 h. ago Expert reveals how to avoid turning heating on with five simple home changes

One way Brits are trying to save money this autumn is by keeping heating bills to a minimum - that's where these inexpensive expert tips could be your new holy grail for keeping warm

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54 h. ago 'I felt some tightness in my abdomen and was told I had 18 months to live'

Dan Godley was diagnosed with stage three pancreatic cancer after he began noticing the symptoms

Politics

60 h. ago 'I found out I had bowel cancer at 26 – these are the symptoms to look for'

Mum-of-two Bronwyn was only 26 years old when she was diagnosed with bowel cancer, and has now shared a list of symptoms for people to look out for as cases among younger people rise

Science

3 d. ago The significant but overlooked risk factor for developing breast cancer

Studies have found that women with dense breasts were nearly twice as likely to develop breast cancer than those with low breast density

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4 d. ago Shopper scores 'holy grail' £8 bargain in charity shop and is amazed by its true value

Charity shops are full of hidden gems and discounted goodies - but one person was gobsmacked at the real value of the 'holy grail' item they managed to buy for less than £8

Economics

4 d. ago Copy Claudia Winkleman's signature tan with one £39 product she hails 'the love of her life'

Claudia Winkleman's signature bronzed glow is a result of this one product she says 'will make you faint' after one swipe - and we know where to shop her tanning holy grail

Economics

4 d. ago This cheap vitamin could prevent the world’s most frequently diagnosed cancer

New research suggests that adding this pill to daily routines could dramatically lower skin cancer risk

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4 d. ago Dad thought to have acid reflux discovers his symptoms were oesophagus cancer

A father-of-two who thought he was suffering from common indigestion was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer just days after he began vomiting blood.

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4 d. ago Bargain hunter buys £8 'holy grail' item in charity shop and is stunned by real value

A bargain hunter ventured to a charity shop on the hunt for a coveted item which can vary in price, often costing quite a sum, but they managed to snap it up for just £7.52

Economics

4 d. ago Check your change for 50p dubbed 'holy grail' of coins worth £150

This highly sought-after piece features an image of the Kew Gardens pagoda on one side

Economics

5 d. ago Bruce Springsteen: Nebraska ’82: Expanded Edition review – fabled album falls short of expectations

(Sony Music)Rumours of the existence of E Street versions of Springsteen’s masterpiece have swirled for decades, but the reality doesn’t live up to the hypeFor the last 40-plus years, the holy grail for diehard Bruce Springsteen fans was something referred to as Electric Nebraska. The rumour circulated that there were full E Street Band versions of the songs from Springsteen’s 1982 solo acoustic release that were recorded, but remained unreleased and never leaked.Nebraska’s origin story had already made the album mythical: demos recorded in Springsteen’s bedroom got turned into a album. After spending literal years in the studio for his previous records, this time he walked in with finished songs. The cassette tape that he had carried around in his pocket got turned into a classic, five-star record of desolate modern folk songs about the dark side of the American dream. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago New genetic tests could ‘transform’ incurable cancer treatment

The disease is considered incurable and affects around 33,000 people in the UK

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8 d. ago A blood test could diagnose chronic fatigue with 96% accuracy. Here’s what we know

Despite affecting millions of people worldwide, myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome remains poorly understood

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8 d. ago Strictly Come Dancing 2025 star reveals devastating cancer battle after 'major operation'

Alex Kingston’s Strictly Come Dancing journey comes just months after she secretly battled cancer - having initially put the symptoms down to her age

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8 d. ago Strictly star reveals secret cancer battle after 'haemorrhaging' during performance

Alex Kingston’s Strictly Come Dancing journey comes just months after she secretly battled cancer - having initially put the symptoms down to her age

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