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 ..

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Breast cancer

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 ..

Tags: Breast cancer • CERVAVAC • Cervical cancer • Cervical cancer in India • Department of Biotechnology (DBT)

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 ..

Tags: Breast cancer • Cancer • Cancer cases in India

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 ..

Tags: Breast cancer • Cancer cell • Cancer immunotherapy • Cancer research • Cancer treatments

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 ..

Tags: Biomarkers • Branches of biology • Breast cancer • Cancer • Clinical medicine

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 ..

Tags: Body modification • Breast • Breast cancer • Breast ironing • Female mammals