Basking for it
The link between over-exposure to the sun and skin cancer seems blindingly obvious. But, says Dr John Briffa, sunbathing may also cut the risk of cancer.
Now for the good news
The most popular treatment for breast cancer is about to be usurped by a more effective remedy. So just what options are available, and how do they compare? Oli Usher finds out
Breast cancer drug outshines tamoxifen
Tamoxifen's status as the gold-standard treatment for early breast cancer looked numbered last night as researchers announced promising results for a successor that is more effective but eight times as expensive.
Cancer-linked genes identified
Scientists are homing in on four new genes they believe are linked to breast cancer. Tumours with multiple copies of the genes seem to be more aggressive, according to researchers who also report that the group is not found in … Continue reading
Childish things
Not all women go through an early menopause as a result of breast-cancer treatment, and many do go on to have a baby afterwards entirely naturally.
Sir Richard Doll
Obituary: Doctor and scientist who proved the link between lung cancer and smoking with pioneering long-term research started in the 1950s.
Exploding the cancer myths
Sufferers are bombarded with messages on how to beat the disease. But, as Shelley Bovey discovered, there are negatives to the mantra of positive thinking.
Doctor’s notes
Margaret McCartney: Don't panic - the statistics being bandied around about breast cancer aren't as frightening as they sound.
The girl who fell to earth
She seemed almost flawless, an otherworldly embodiment of physical perfection. But now, like thousands of ordinary women every year, Kylie Minogue has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Libby Brooks examines why Kylie's illness matters to us.
Let’s just take a look inside, shall we?
Within the next year, as part of an initiative to reduce bowel cancer, the government will embark on a programme to offer colonoscopies to millions of people. But, as Jack Shamash explains, the procedure is far from straightforward - or pleasant.
Shot of cancer?
A vaccine against cervical cancer is on the way. So, asks Helen Pidd, could there soon be injections to prevent other forms of the deadly disease?