48 m. ago Sir Chris Hoy urges Kiltwalkers to support his chosen cancer charities

The six-time Olympic champion was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer in 2023, and he was told last year it is terminal.

Politics

2 h. ago Chris Jasper, former Isley Brothers member, dies at 73 after cancer diagnosis

Chris Jasper, the singer-songwriter who helped transform the Isley Brothers from a vocal trio into a hit-making juggernaut in the 1970s and '80s, has died at 73

Events

4 h. ago How Celtic dressing room reacted to Rangers sacking Philippe Clement as Alistair Johnston names where 'focus' really is

There are massive changes happening on the blue side of Glasgow with Celtic eyeing a clean sweep of domestic honours

Politics

4 h. ago Rishi Sunak ‘honoured’ to become prostate cancer charity ambassador

The former prime minister will support Prostate Cancer Research’s campaign to introduce a national screening programme for high-risk men.

Politics

8 h. ago Here's how you CAN enjoy red meat without harming your health (even bacon), by top dietitian DR EMILY LEEMING

So many people I speak to say they are cutting back on red meat to improve their health - but will it?

Events

9 h. ago Prostate cancer tests are being used on men with no symptoms of disease in 'large variation' between GP surgeries, study indicates

Routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing is not currently offered on the NHS, but patients may be offered a PSA test if a GP suspects they have prostate cancer.

Science

10 h. ago NHS prostate cancer postcode lottery revealed as Sir Chris Hoy slams 'outdated' system

Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy has sparked a national cancer debate as to whether men with no symptoms should be routinely offered the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

Politics

10 h. ago Queen’s memorial design shortlist includes Lord Foster, who once criticised King

The five finalists will be asked to submit their plans for honouring Elizabeth II in the next few months, with the winner announced in the summer.

Politics

11 h. ago RISHI SUNAK: Too many men are still 'dying of embarrassment' over prostate cancer. That's why I'm calling for health chiefs to launch a national screening programme

Every year, around 12,000 men die from prostate cancer. That is even higher than the number of deaths from breast cancer. But we could prevent many of these deaths by catching the disease earlier.

Science

13 h. ago Mental Health Foundation inviting entries for 'Community' category of photography competition

Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week, the charity is seeking photos that "reflect the power of community to support good mental health".

Culture

13 h. ago Yale doctor's cancer vaccine puts nine patients into remission in groundbreaking study

A cancer 'vaccine' developed by a Yale University scientist kept people's kidney cancer from recurring for three years, marking a major milestone in highly personalized cancer care.

Science

16 h. ago Timothée Chalamet pays tribute to 'honour of a lifetime' role as fans say same thing

Timothée Chalamet won the Best Actor gong at the recent SAG-AFTRA ceremony for his role in A Complete Unknown, where he played Bob Dylan, and is up for an Academy Award for Best Actor

Politics

16 h. ago ITV Coronation Street star reveals heartbreaking stage four cancer diagnosis

Coronation Street fans will see a beloved character tell that they have stage four cancer in upcoming scenes on Monday night's episode with spoilers being revealed below.

Science

17 h. ago Strange symptom in legs could be sign of bladder cancer, NHS warns

Bladder cancer is the 11th most common cancer in the UK

Events

17 h. ago Incorporated Trades of Kirkcudbright honour the bard at their annual Burns Supper

Convener Ian D Swan welcomed a full house with guests from Irvine, York and Newcastle in the audience.

Events

17 h. ago Breast cancer bombshell: UK deaths from disease set to rocket by over 40 per cent

Experts from the International Agency for Research on Cancer - part of the WHO - examined data from over 50 different countries, including the UK.

Events

18 h. ago Breast cancer diagnoses and deaths expected to surge worldwide, says WHO

Cases in UK set to rise by 21% and deaths by 42%, while globally one in 20 women will be diagnosed with diseaseBreast cancer diagnoses and deaths are projected to surge worldwide by 2050, the World Health Organization’s cancer agency has said, with cases in the UK to rise by 21% and deaths by 42%.Globally, one in 20 women will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime, with cases up 38% and deaths up 68% over the next 25 years, according to an analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Continue reading...

Events

18 h. ago Breast cancer cases and deaths set to rise dramatically by 2050, data suggests

The International Agency for Research on Cancer said one in 20 women globally will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.

Events

18 h. ago Warning over future increase in breast cancer deaths in the UK

New research suggests a troubling trend in the years ahead

Events

19 h. ago Lauren Laverne felt return to 6 Music ‘might never come’ after cancer diagnosis

The broadcaster took a break from hosting her breakfast programme in August last year after being diagnosed with cancer.

Science