Breast cancer
Mammography Screening with Artificial Intelligence (MASAI) Trial
Breast cancer is a prevalent health concern affecting women across the globe. Detecting breast cancer at an early stage is crucial for successful treatment and improved patient outcomes. A groundbreaking research study led by Lund University, Sweden, has shed light ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
CERVAVAC: Cervical Cancer Vaccine
The cervix is the lowermost part of the uterus. Tumour in the cervix is generally referred to as cervical cancer. A vaccine to cure cervical cancer was recently launched by the Serum Institute of India. The name of the vaccine ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
World Cancer Day 2022
The World Cancer Day 2022 is observed every year on February 4, worldwide. Key facts The day is observed to raise awareness, inspire change and reduce global impact of cancer. It is celebrated with the aim of reducing misconceptions regarding ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
INST synthesizes Compound to lower the spread of Cancer cells
The researchers at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology at Mohali have developed a hybrid compound to slow down the spread of cancer cells Highlights The compound developed will open new avenues for anti-tumour applications. The solid compound developed ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020
IIT Roorkee finds new method to detect breast and ovarian cancer
Researchers at the IIT Roorkee have identified a new method to detect two of the worst forms of cancer in women – breast and ovarian cancer. The research published in the journal, ‘FASEB Bioadvances’ details the use of whole saliva ..
Breast ironing awareness needed in schools
The National Education Union in UK has receommended Breast ironing awareness in schools. The practice is common and originated in West Africa, however still followed secretly on many girls in UK. When a girl turned 10, the mother heats and ..
The researchers of UK builds Virtual Reality (VR) 3D model of cancer
The scientists at Cambridge University have built a Virtual Reality (VR) 3D model of cancer that will help increase the understanding of cancer as well as in the search for new treatment. Researchers from the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Researchers ..
National Cancer Awareness Day (NCAD)
In India, the National Cancer Awareness Day (NCAD) is observed every year on 7th of November to remove all stops to lower the national cancer burden by generating awareness about early detection and avoiding leading cancer causing lifestyles. The main ..