All news on the topic: Cancer

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Cancer searches soar after George Alagiah death - 15 key symptoms to look for
As Britons react to the death of BBC news presenter George Alagiah, check out our guide to what to check for, the symptoms to monitor, and when to seek out your doctor
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Diet Coke fans warned over new evidence it may 'increase risk of silent killer’
There was concern in June when it transired an artificial sweetener found in a lot of our favourite treats - including Diet Coke - was set to be declared a potential cancer risk to humans
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Scientists hail breakthrough in new cancer drug that kills tumours
The "exciting" new investigational drug contains a molecule - codenamed AOH1996 - which targets protein found in most cancers that help tumours to grow and multiply throughout the body
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Sport-lovers warned one popular activity doubles your risk of skin cancer
Researchers have issued a health warning for people who enjoy playing golf - they linked the popular sport to skin cancer following stark results found from a new study
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Brave Amy Dowden supported by Strictly co-stars after 'scary' cancer update
Despite her second cancer diagnosis, Amy Dowden has remained positive and optimistic, and has been flooded with support from her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars after the star shared her chemotherapy fears
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'I had a weird feeling which led to a crushing diagnosis - listen to your body'
Tirah Ciampa, from Hobart, in Tasmania, was a thriving model and once in the Miss World Australia finals, but in February she thought her life was over
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'I thought stomach pains were pancreatitis - it was even worse than I imagined'
Dawn Clayton suffered severe stomach pains while on holiday in 2013 - which turned out to be the deadly pancreatic cancer - Dawn now plans to hike through the Alps to fundraise for Pancreatic Cancer UK
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Exact amount of daily vigorous exercise that can lower cancer risk
Just a few minutes each day of vigorous activity, which could be anything from playing with the kids, to carrying heavy shopping, could have an impact on your likelihood of developing cancer
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'My foot started bleeding as I walked my dog - it turned out to be cancer'
Robert Dolan, a grandfather of 12 from Trafford, was devastated to receive the diagnosis after noticing the unusual symptom on his foot after taking his dog for a walk
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Jane Fonda stands in solidarity and rallies strike members after cancer battle
Veteran actress Jane Fonda put her voice and support behind the SAG-AFTRA and WGA members on strike with a rousing speech, but needed to take a rest in the sweltering temperatures
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Hollywood A-lister's urgent warning to men to get simple test to save their life
Colin McFarlane tells James Moore how regular PSA tests helped him spot signs of prostate cancer at the earliest possible moment
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Pregnant woman diagnosed with lung cancer after suffering from 'chest infection'
Hannah Williams, 29, had no clue when she found out she was pregnant that just two months later she would be diagnosed with stage three cancer. But she has vowed to give her baby a "fighting chance" of survival
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Couple who both fought cancer as newlyweds are devastated by 'gut punch' update
The couple, from Fargo, North Dakota, were eagerly planning for baby number one after having battled cancer side by side - but this month they received a devastating update from doctors
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Blocked ears and noses could be little known sign of silent killer disease
Each year, hundreds of people in the UK are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer and the NHS says it's vital to catch it quickly with a number of symptoms to look out for
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Little-known face cancer symptoms not to ignore after James Martin's diagnosis
TV chef James Martin shared his devastating diagnosis of skin cancer on his face and revealed he had surgery for the disease. We take a closer look at symptoms not to ignore
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Sex each day could help beat cancer - and just four minutes does the trick
Research carried out by University of Sydney and published today suggests sex has yet more benefits, including cutting the risk of all types of cancer by nearly 20 per cent
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James Martin's tumultuous week from bullying allegations to cancer diagnosis
James Martin found himself at the centre of an ITV scandal this week, as the This Morning star was accused of bullying and intimidating behaviour by crew members who work on his shows
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James Martin shares devastating cancer diagnosis and has undergone surgery
ITV chef James Martin has opened up about his diagnosis of face cancer and revealed he underwent surgery for it
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Jonnie Irwin teases return to work as he fearlessly battles terminal cancer
A Place In The Sun star Jonnie Irwin has been back in front of the camera as he made a brave return to work after announcing he has been going into a hospice as a day patient
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Bride who survived cancer has doctors walk her down the aisle in touching moment
Sheri James, a cancer survivor, had her oncologists walk her down the aisle during her wedding after they helped save her life during her battle with anal cancer
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Urgent health warning for millions of Brits urged NOT to eat smoked salmon
Food safety bosses at the FSA have issued a warning over eating smoked salmon for anyone who is pregnant or living with conditions such as diabetes following a recent listeria outbreak
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Boy, 6, told he had 'ear infection and possible autism' now he's battling cancer
Sebastian Nunney's family is trying to raise funds to send him to America for ground-breaking treatment, but need to raise more than £200,00
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Mum who lost savings on treatment while battling cancer fundraises for wedding
Shannon Lamb, 28, from Dundee, Scotland, drained her entire savings on trips to and from hospital as she battled stage four ovarian cancer while pregnant with her son Hunter
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Seven symptoms of deadly disease that almost always kills once it is detected
People are being warned by medics to look out for seven key symptoms of a disease which can be difficult to treat and is important to catch at an early stage as it has a "scary bad" mortality rate
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Warning about silent killer you can catch in the bedroom with 600m global cases
People are being warned of a silent killer that is caught in the bedroom and where knowledge of the condition appears to be decreasing despite its link to cancer