Category: Cancer

Cancer has become one of the leading causes of death among people after heart attack. A report published by the Indian Journal of Medical Research revealed that the estimated number of cancer cases in India for the year 2022 was 14,61,427. The report revealed some alarming figures; in India, one in nine people is likely […]

Recent studies have suggested that obesity is increasingly becoming a significant risk factor for breast cancer, particularly in postmenopausal women. The relationship between obesity or being overweight and breast cancer is complex and involves multiple biological mechanisms. A large-scale study published in 2015, part of the Women’s Health Initiative, analyzed data from over 67,000 postmenopausal […]

The pancreas may be a low-key organ, quietly tucked away behind your stomach, but when it starts acting up, it doesn’t always send a clear memo. Pancreatic cancer, the ultimate master of disguise, often sneaks in without a grand entrance—until it has already made itself at home. But fear not! Early Warning Signs of Pancreatic […]

Lung cancer is the leading cause of death across the world. Also, tobacco use accounts for 80 percent of lung cancer deaths across the globe. While doctors say tobacco plays a vital role in this deadly disease, even if you don’t have a history of smoking, you can develop lung cancer. In fact, lung cancer […]

The stomach helps to break down, digest food and aids in other important function of our body. It is crucial for our wellbeing. Stomach cancer is also called gastric cancer and is a growth of cells that starts in the stomach. The stomach is in the upper middle part of the belly, just below the […]

Cancer occurs when cells in a certain body part grow and divide uncontrollably and form a tumor, and can spread to other body parts. Cancer vaccines train the immune system to shield the body against foreign invaders or abnormal cells. These vaccines carry an antigen which is similar to the tumor. Once your body is […]

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases because of its life-threatening nature, unpredictable progression, and the physical, emotional, financial, and social toll it takes on patients and their families. Unlike many other illnesses, cancer can develop silently, often showing no symptoms until it has advanced to a critical stage, making early detection challenging. Cancer […]

Cancer is one of the major causes of death worldwide and represents a growing major public health problem. According to ICMR, the common cancers in men in India are lung cancers, oral cancers, colorectal cancers, esophageal cancers, and prostate cancers. Lifestyle is one of the most important factors for these cancers. These lifestyle factors include: […]

Oral hygiene is vital as oral cancer is increasingly becoming a global health challenge that includes cancers of the mouth, tongue, lips, and throat. It is a serious health concern and requires awareness and action. Oral cancer is the most common cancer among men globally and ranks third among women. Oral cancer is easily visible […]

Kidney cancer can start developing silently in the cells of our crucial organs without showing any noticeable symptoms. What is alarming is that the risk of this cancer increases with age. Additionally, lifestyle factors play a prominent role in its development. However, smokers are at double the risk of developing kidney cancer compared to the ones […]