In the most basic terms, cancer refers to cells that grow out-of-control and invade other tissues. Cells may become cancerous due to the accumulation of defects, or mutations, in their DNA. Certain inherited genetic defects (for example, BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations) and infections can increase...
In the most basic terms, cancer refers to cells that grow out-of-control and invade other tissues. Cells may become cancerous due to the accumulation of defects, or mutations, in their DNA. Certain inherited genetic defects (for example, BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations) and infections can increase...
You know the seriousness of cancer. You know the toll it takes mentally, emotionally, financially, spiritually, and physically. It causes stress in your own mind and body as well as in your relationships with friends and family. Cancer treatments can make it hard to do the things you’ve ...
Understanding you cancer diagnosisDiscusses key aspects of a cancer diagnosis. Types of cancer; Cancer-related terms; Obtaining of information in the initial moments after receiving a cancer diagnosis. INSET: `So, doctor, how ...
Understanding the principles of cancer evolution is important in designing a therapeutic strategy. A research group at The Institute of Medical Science, The University of Tokyo (IMSUT) announced a new simulation model that describes various modes of canc
Oncology: The Science of Optimism Over the past decade, we’ve taken bold new approaches to translate scientific research into effective medicines for people living with cancer. Now, we’re working tirelessly to develop a new generation of breakthroughs across multiple cancers and tumor types. Lear...
Tumours might seem to be discrete entities, but each one is a roiling collection of cells. Instead of looking at the tumour as a whole, individual analysis of its many different cells is providing insight into cancer progression and the mechanisms underl
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 54-year-old sister was diagnosed recently with early stage endometrial cancer. She only went to the doctor because she had bleeding between menstrual cycles. I'm wondering if I am at risk, too, and if there is anything I can do to re
Telomerase is associated with cellular aging, and its presence limits cellular lifespan. Telomerase by preventing telomere shortening can extend the number of cell divisions for cancer cells. In adult pancreatic cells, telomeres gradually shorten, while
cells form in the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located at the base of your neck and produces hormones that regulate your metabolism. Thyroid cancer can be either benign or malignant, but it's more common for tumors to be malignant.[3]There are four main types of thyroid cancer: ...