Oncology Central

1 month ago | oncology-central.com | Jade Parker

In this interview, Saiful Huq, PhD, FAAPM, FInstP (University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, PA, USA) discusses how the inadequate healthcare infrastructure and disparities in rural and urban areas lead to barriers to cancer care in South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries. Huq highlights the steps needed to overcome these barriers and how his latest research identifies evidence-based strategies to do so.

1 month ago | oncology-central.com | Jade Parker

A paste made from gallium-doped bioglass could have anticancer and bone regenerative properties. A collaboration between Aston University and The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (both Birmingham, UK) to develop an injectable paste to treat bone cancer is set to take place thanks to a £110,000 grant from Orthopaedic Research UK (London) to the orthopedic hospital.

1 month ago | oncology-central.com | Jade Parker

The need to tackle the long-term effects of cancer and subsequent treatment is rapidly growing, particularly as survival rates of young cancer patients continue to rise. After endocrine health, . Oncofertility connects endocrine health and reproductive health, focusing on the unique challenges faced by cancer patients and survivors. As patients look forward to life after cancer, many face difficulties with fertility as a result of either their treatment or the disease itself.

2 months ago | oncology-central.com | Jade Parker

A study reveals how misinterpretation of cancer symptoms as pregnancy-related symptoms can lead to delays in diagnosing and treating cancer during pregnancy. In a novel study conducted at the University of Surrey (UK), researchers analyzed the experiences of women being diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy or shortly after.

2 months ago | oncology-central.com | Jade Parker

We’re celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science by thinking about ways we can learn, connect or contribute to advancing gender equity!International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February) is a time to celebrate the achievements of women, reflect on the challenges they face and advocate for gender equality in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.