The Lancet Oncology

Health impacts and global trends of wildfire smoke

8 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Wildfires pose increasing risks to animal welfare and human health

Wildfire smoke presents diverse health challenges, ranging from respiratory and systemic risks to specific occupational hazards. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) can penetrate deep into the lungs and enter systemic circul

Rising breast cancer incidence and global awareness efforts

8 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Global breast cancer mortality and infection-linked cancer rates reported

Global health organizations continue to monitor rising breast cancer incidence and the critical role of early detection. Data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023 confirmed approximately 2.3 million new cases and

Advancements in AI-driven cancer blood tests

8 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Researchers identify potential breakthroughs in pancreatic cancer detection and treatment

Advancements in liquid biopsy technology continue to evolve, with research emphasizing the ability to detect cancer years before clinical diagnosis. A longitudinal study involving the Ontario Health Study found that epig

Global cancer incidence and rising early-onset trends

4 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Rising cancer rates among people under 50 linked to lifestyle factors

Recent international health analyses reinforce the trend of rising cancer incidence among populations under 50. While scientific institutions are investigating whether this shift reflects a genuine increase in disease pr

Australian medical and cancer research funding

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Australia introduces new care pathways for rural cancer patients

The Australian government has initiated significant funding programs to bolster medical and cancer research. Recent announcements include $40 million in grants administered by the National Health and Medical Research Cou

Global cancer burden from infectious agents

4 clusters · 86 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Infections linked to 1 in 8 new cancer cases globally

Research conducted by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has established a significant link between infectious diseases and global cancer rates. An initial study published in The Lancet Oncology estim

Breast cancer risk factors and prevention strategies

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Dietary and lifestyle factors linked to breast cancer risk reduction

Research and health experts continue to identify specific lifestyle and dietary factors that influence breast cancer risk and prevention. Studies published in ‘The Lancet Oncology’ indicate that lifestyle factors such a

Global cancer incidence linked to infectious agents

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Infections linked to 12% of global cancer cases, study finds

A scientific review published in The Lancet indicates that approximately 12% of new cancer diagnoses worldwide in 2024 were linked to viral or bacterial infections. This represents roughly 2.3 million cases globally. Re

Gut microbiome research and cancer treatment

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Mayo Clinic researchers link gut microbiome patterns to five cancer types

Research has increasingly highlighted the connection between diet, the gut microbiome, and various health outcomes, including the efficacy of cancer treatments. Initial findings suggest that a healthy microbiome, support

Rising cancer rates in younger populations

5 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Health trends show rising C. diff infections and early-onset cancer

Medical researchers continue to document a significant increase in cancer diagnoses among adults aged 20 to 50. In India, oncologists report that over half of all cancer cases in women occur in those under 50, with notab

Helicobacter pylori and cancer risk association

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Helicobacter pylori linked to high rates of gastric cancer

Research has increasingly linked the bacterium Helicobacter pylori to various gastrointestinal cancers. An exploratory meta-analysis involving nearly 49 million people suggested that exposure to the bacterium may be asso

Lancet Oncology Commission on precision oncology equity

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Lancet Oncology Commission targets equitable access to precision oncology

The Lancet Oncology Commission on Cancer Genomics and Precision Oncology has introduced a global roadmap to improve the accessibility, sustainability, and equity of cancer genomics. Presented at the World Cancer Congress