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Addressing the NHS Cancer Target Crisis: Challenges and Solutions

Recent reports that NHS cancer targets are falling short have sparked significant concern within the public health community. The issues are multifaceted and involve systemic challenges within the NHS. This article explores the current situation, the underlying causes, and potential solutions to address these pressing issues. Understanding the Current Situation A recent BBC report indicates […]

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Analytics

The Transformative Potential of the Galleri Test

In the field of oncology, early detection of cancer remains THE pivotal factor in improving patient outcomes. This challenge is being addressed by a groundbreaking innovation, the Galleri test. Developed by GRAIL, the Galleri test is a multi-cancer early detection blood test that analyzes cell-free DNA (cfDNA) to identify more than 50 types of cancer […]

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Policy

Yes, Politics Shapes Cancer Outcomes

A few months ago, before things took a nosedive, we spoke to Nancy Kriegar about her work looking at the intersection of health and political belief systems. You can revisit below. Now, Dr. Kriegar has a new article looking at how politics shape cancer outcomes. Let’s start with a basic principle. Many cancer deaths are […]

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Mental health

Cancer and Cannabis: A Connection?

As cannabis continues to shift from its once-taboo status to mainstream acceptance, public health experts are grappling with an important question: What are the long-term health risks of recreational cannabis use? With the liberalization of cannabis laws across the U.S.—now legal for medicinal use in 39 states and recreational use in 24 states—the spotlight is […]

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Research

Demystifying Cancer Myths: A Canadian Perspective

In a recent study titled “Canadians’ knowledge of cancer risk factors and belief in cancer myths“, researchers delve into the understanding Canadians have about cancer risk factors and the prevalence of cancer myths. The study, conducted through an online survey, gathered responses from 734 Canadians, focusing on their ability to distinguish between established cancer risk […]

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