Damaging effects of ageing could be prevented, scientists claim
Some of the damaging effects of ageing could be stopped by the manipulation of cells, according to new research.
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Charity golf competition announced to mark year since Aberdeen man’s cancer diagnosis
An Aberdeen man is planning a unique fundraising event to mark a year since he was diagnosed with cancer.
New drug that could save young leukaemia patients’ lives approved for NHS use
A potentially life-saving new treatment for children with a rare form of leukaemia is being made available on the NHS – but a drug for adults with blood cancer has been rejected.
Why make-up can help women in the fight against cancer
Perfectly groomed brows, just the right shade of foundation and a dazzling smudge of bright lipstick; this is Helen Mulgrew’s “war paint” for the day ahead.
Triple cancer survivor to cycle from Twickenham to Tokyo
A grandfather who has survived three types of cancer is cycling from Twickenham to Tokyo to raise money for charity.
Scheme that allows children with cancer to swim with mermaids to expand
A children's entertainment firm has expanded a scheme which allows children undergoing cancer treatment to go swimming, after being granted a permanent base at an Aberdeen pool.
Scrubs actor Sam Lloyd ‘diagnosed with cancer’
Sam Lloyd, who played bumbling lawyer Ted Buckland in the American comedy-drama Scrubs, has been diagnosed with cancer.
New bowel cancer test ‘leads to higher participation in screenings’
The introduction of a simpler test for bowel cancer has led to an increase in the number of people taking part, official analysis suggests.
Risk of obesity-related cancer ‘increasing in younger US generations’
The risk of developing an obesity-related cancer is increasing for millennials in the US, according to a new study.
Tories pledge fast-track cancer diagnosis service
The Scottish Conservatives have pledged to introduce fast-track cancer diagnosis to improve waiting times for patients.
MSP and breast cancer survivor sister unite to support World Cancer Day
An MSP and her breast cancer survivor sister are urging people to help raise money for research by wearing a unity band to support World Cancer Day.
Sore throat could indicate cancer of larynx – study
GPs should consider cancer of the larynx when patients report a persistent sore throat – particularly when combined with other seemingly low-level symptoms, research suggests.
Rocking for Roz concert to raise cash for vital cancer treatment
Some of the best-known music acts in the north are coming together to support Roz Paterson’s Go Fund Me campaign for potentially lifesaving cancer treatment in America.
Inverness cancer victim to defy medic’s prediction that he had 12 months to live by taking part in Etape Loch Ness
A cancer victim is set to defy the odds this April by taking part in the Etape Loch Ness sportive after medical professionals feared he would not be alive to see this year’s event.
Five-year survival rates for common cancers show little improvement
Five-year survival for breast, prostate and bowel cancer has barely improved in the last decade, new figures suggest.
Comic book artist adds some colour to north-east charity campaign
A comic book artist has added a splash of colour to a north-east charity's £2 million fundraising campaign.
Cancer referral guidelines updated to help identify symptoms early
Guidelines on cancer referrals in Scotland have been updated in a bid to recognise symptoms of the disease earlier.
‘Crisis’ fears as fewer north-east women going for smear tests
A new campaign demystifying women’s smear tests has been launched to combat the plummeting number of people going for one.
Young mum launches World Cancer Day in Scotland
A mum from Tomatin who travelled to America for life-saving treatment on a rare cancer in her spine has been chosen as the face of a campaign to save lives.
Extra staff needed to meet cancer strategy aims
Staff shortages within the NHS risk undermining the Scottish Government’s £100 million cancer strategy, a new report has found.
Aberdeen to Africa: Woman finishes 9,000 mile Morris Minor road trip in memory of her late father
An intrepid New Zealand woman has completed an epic six-month journey driving a 1958 Morris Minor from Aberdeen to Cape Town in South Africa in remembrance of her father.
Aberdeen lecturer relives cancer battle which forced her to give up career after lung was removed
A university lecturer has been forced into early retirement after having a lung removed in a life-saving cancer operation.
Call for action on cancer risk from processed meats like bacon and ham
A senior food scientist and top NHS doctor have joined politicians from across Parliament to demand action on the cancer risk from processed meats like bacon and ham.
Bloating might not be sign of too much food, cancer charity warns
Persistent bloating, a major symptom of ovarian cancer, could be mistaken as a result of post-Christmas weight gain, a charity has warned.
Glasgow experts lead UK pancreatic cancer research
Half of the top dozen UK pancreatic cancer researchers are based in Glasgow, new analysis has found.
Sod cut on two multi-million-pound hospital developments in the north-east
The sod has been cut on two multi-million-pound developments which will transform healthcare in the north-east.
Cancer waiting times for 23% not met in north-east
More than 20% of cancer patients in NHS Grampian and NHS Highland are waiting longer than the Scottish Government’s 62-day target for treatment.
Waiting time targets for cancer patients not met across Scotland
The number of cancer patients who are having to wait longer than the target of 62 days to receive treatment has increased, according to official statistics.
Cancer patients in rural areas at ‘clear survival disadvantage’
People living in rural areas are less likely to survive cancer than those who live in cities, according to a new global review.
Cancer, MS and eye condition patients to benefit from trio of new drugs
A series of “game-changing” medications combating a series of severe ailments have been approved for use in Scotland.
A global hunt is under way to find rare blood that could save a toddler’s life
A worldwide search is under way for some extremely rare blood which could help to save a two-year-old girl’s life.
North-east mum’s fundraiser in memory of little brother
A north-east mum has challenged herself to double the £20,000 she raised for charity in memory of her brother who died of cancer.