LUNG cancer could be detected much earlier using a simple blood test, experts say. Scientists have found that the devasting disease can change levels of DNA in the blood - which a test would pick up. In a test using mice, they measured the circulating levels of DNA in the blood which cancer cells shed as they grow and multiply. That's led them to suggest that a simple blood test could even predict the presence of tumours in the lungs before they become cancerous. Lung cancer is the number of cause cancer-related deaths around the world - largely down to the fact that it's really hard to detect early enough to treat, In many cases, by the time it's been diagnosed it's too late and has spread to other parts of the body. As with most cancers, the earlier you catch it, the easier it is to treat - and the more positive the prognosis. Scientists at the MRC Toxicology Unit, part of the University of Cambridge, alongside scientists at the University of Leicester used mice with a gene modelling … [Read more...] about Simple blood test could spot deadly lung cancer BEFORE it disease starts growing
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Centre-back solution, form of Keita, and Liverpool’s bigger picture
Nearly 24 hours after a second-string Liverpool side suffered an FA Cup exit at Premier League rivals Wolves, James Pearce joins Theo Squires and debut host Connor Dunn for the first of this week's two Blood Red podcasts. James was at Molineux for the ECHO and he analyses what, bar from the performances of the youngsters, and in particular the impressive Ki-Jana Hoever , was a disappointing night all round. Injury was added to insult when Dejan Lovren limped off early on to leave Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp facing a big centre-back problem going into this weekend's trip to Brighton. So will Klopp go into the market for defensive cover? Or does the answer lie in-house? The panel discuss that, and also look at the bigger picture, with James asking whether Reds fans would prefer to win the FA Cup and miss out on a first league title since 1990 or sacrifice the cup in an attempt to land the Holy Grail? He also gives an encouraging history lesson. The form of Naby Keita is debated, … [Read more...] about Centre-back solution, form of Keita, and Liverpool’s bigger picture
The top six clubs who desperately want to win the FA Cup
It’s easy to believe the FA Cup has lost a bit of its shine after Arsene Wenger lifted the famous trophy three times in four years but still lost his job because it was the ‘only’ thing he won; but that doesn’t mean there aren’t clubs going into this year’s third round desperate to reach Wembley.Wenger’s situation was unique. Through innovation and an attractive style of football he raised expectations in north London so high that when the rest of the world caught up, and in recent times overtook them, he was left to look like the villain.Older Arsenal fans will tell you that before Wenger, and certainly before George Graham, the Gunners lived for the glamour and drama of the FA Cup and relished those days in the national spotlight when the league almost always brought mid-table football and end of season disappointment.Between 1974 and 1988 Arsenal only finished inside the top four on four occasions and dipped as low as 16th and 17th. But … [Read more...] about The top six clubs who desperately want to win the FA Cup
80 famous people Wirral has given to the world
Whatever happens in the world, you can guarantee a Wirralian will be involved somewhere along the line. Here are 80 famous faces who have made a name for themselves in their own field, from actors and singers to politicians, sports stars, authors and artists. While James Bond star Daniel Craig and TV’s Paul O’Grady probably come to mind straight away, did you know Eric Idle, Amelia Warner, Paul Heaton and Dominic Purcell all have a link to Wirral? Shirley Ballas has been known in the dance world for years but joining the judging panel in Strictly Come Dancing made her a household name. Admittedly some of our picks have a more tenuous link to the peninsula than others - but we think Wirral has a claim to all of them. It’s not an exhaustive list and it’s in no particular order, but have a read through and see if any surprise you - and let us know if there are any others we should have included. 80. Michael Sheen He's known as one of Wales’ most famous star … [Read more...] about 80 famous people Wirral has given to the world
One in five ovarian cancer patients diagnosed too late – the signs you need to know
ONE in five women in England who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer are too ill to receive any treatment for the disease. Women are being diagnosed so late due to symptoms being overlooked and delays in tests being carried out, says charity Target Ovarian Cancer. That means that many are turning up to cancer specialists when their cancer has already spiralled out of control. Ovarian cancer is one of the most common and also most deadly cancers found in women. Around 90 per cent of women survive their cancer if it’s caught at the earliest stage, but that figure drops dramatically with delay. At stage 2, only 40 out of 100 will survive, and that drops to just 5 per cent by the most severe stage. 20 per cent of women are turning up for treatment, however, when it’s no longer an option because their cancer is just too advanced. That means the only option open to them is palliative care. The shocking stats have been released as part of the Get Data Out project, which is … [Read more...] about One in five ovarian cancer patients diagnosed too late – the signs you need to know