Pancreatic Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, And Risk Factors
Experts say that understanding the causes, symptoms, and risk factors associated with pancreatic cancer is crucial for early detection and improved outcomes in the fight against this deadly disease.
Nov 29, 2023, 14:08 PM IST
AI Spotting Pancreatic Cancer Risk 3 Years Before Diagnosis Is A Revolutionary Medical Tool, Says Study
An Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool has successfully identified people at the highest risk for pancreatic cancer up to three years before diagnosis using solely the patients` medical records, according to a new research.
May 09, 2023, 19:48 PM IST
Pancreatic cancer: A new genetic cause discovered? Researchers say this
Most patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage when the disease is already inoperable and there are no effective therapies. Extensive research has demonstrated that mutations in the KRAS gene play an enormous role in the formation and growth of pancreatic cancer.
Dec 02, 2022, 08:24 AM IST
Scans fail to detect cancer cells in the pancreas: Research
Researchers revealed how pancreatic cancer tumours are being overlooked on CT and MRI scans, reducing the window for life-saving curative surgery.
Oct 11, 2022, 16:50 PM IST
Foot and mouth disease virus to help treat pancreatic cancer
The dreaded pancreatic cancer has the lowest survival rates among all types of cancers. However, a group of scientists are using the foot and mouth disease virus to find a cure for this often lethal condition.
Feb 16, 2020, 22:40 PM IST
Scientists seek foot, mouth disease virus to fight pancreatic cancer
The study was published in Theranostics. Working jointly with Spirogen and ADC Therapeutics, the team have used the peptide to carry a highly potent drug, called tesirine, to the pancreatic cancer cells.
Feb 12, 2020, 13:27 PM IST
B-Town celebs mourn Goa CM Manohar Parrikar's demise
A slew of actors remembered Parrikar and called him a "gentleman, intelligent and a good soul."
Mar 18, 2019, 21:25 PM IST
Tongue bacteria could help identify patients with early-stage pancreatic cancer
This is the first evidence that suggests changes to the bacteria in the tongue could be an early indicator of pancreatic cancer.
Jan 29, 2019, 09:37 AM IST
World's most Michelin-starred chef Joel Robuchon dies aged 73
He was renowned for his mashed potato dishes.
Aug 07, 2018, 17:46 PM IST
Blocking digestive hormone may prevent pancreatic cancer
Researchers found that a high-fat diet may promote the growth of pancreatic cancer independent of obesity because of the interaction between dietary fat and a digestive hormone.
Aug 03, 2018, 15:05 PM IST
Gene alterations linked to pancreatic cancer survival
Adenocarcinoma is by far the most common type of a pancreas tumour.
A mere selfie could help detect pancreatic cancer – This is how
Scientists have developed an application that allows people to identify pancreatic cancer and other diseases by just clicking a selfie.
Aug 29, 2017, 15:03 PM IST
Will revisit my own struggles while playing Nargis Dutt in biopic: Manisha Koirala
Cancer survivor actress Manisha Koirala said she would be revisiting a lot of moments of her own life while playing the role of Sanjay Dutt's mother Nargis in a forthcoming biopic.
Apr 19, 2017, 13:46 PM IST
Higher waist-to-hip ratio increases cancer risk in women
Women should stay fit and maintain a healthy wight because a new stuy has reveals that a higher waist-to-hip ratios increases the risk of ovarian cancer by more than a fifth.
Mar 24, 2017, 00:08 AM IST
'Battlestar Galactica' star Richard Hatch dies at 71
Richard Hatch, star of the original 'Battlestar Galactica' and the Syfy remake, has died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 71. Hatch died at his home in Santa Clarita, California, with his son Paul by his side, his manager confirmed to Variety.
Feb 08, 2017, 17:18 PM IST
Diabetes linked to pancreatic cancer in new study
According to a research, the onset of diabetes, or a rapid deterioration in existing diabetes that requires more aggressive treatment, could be a sign of early, hidden pancreatic cancer.
Jan 30, 2017, 13:29 PM IST
British actor John Hurt dies at 77
British actor John Hurt, known for his roles in "Elephant Man" and "Harry Potter", has died aged 77 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, reports said Saturday citing his agent.
Jan 28, 2017, 10:12 AM IST
Vitamin C: Can it kill cancer cells? Know the health benefits of ascorbic acid
Vitamin C is an antioxidant compound found in a variety of fruit and vegetables such as - oranges grapefruits, lemons, cabbages, green and red peppers, broccoli, strawberries, raspberries, etc.
Jan 13, 2017, 10:54 AM IST
Pancreatic cancer: Know the common symptoms of the disease!
Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the most virulent forms of cancer.
Dec 28, 2016, 12:57 PM IST
NASA astronaut and climate scientist, Piers Sellers passed away at 61
Climate scientist and former astronaut Piers Sellers passed away on Friday at the age of 61. He was suffering from pancreatic cancer.
Dec 24, 2016, 12:55 PM IST
