What are the early signs of lung cancer

Lung cancer patients could survive twice as long after a “pioneering” drug was approved on the NHS. Around 550 patients a year with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have already undergone both chemotherapy and radiotherapy will benefit from the new treatment. Clinical trials of Durvalumab, manufactured by AstraZeneca , found it can double the overall time someone can survive with the aggressive form of lung cancer from two and a half to five years. NHS England reached a deal with the manufacturer to roll out the drug after it was approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice). Nice said it recommended the treatment for use after clinical evidence found not only does it increase survival time for patients, but also the time it takes for the cancer to progress. NSCLC is the most common form of lung cancer, accounting for around 85 to 90 per cent of cases. Around 48,500 new lung cancer cases are identified every year in the UK. … [Read more...] about Lung cancer patients could survive twice as long after NHS approves ‘pioneering’ drug

Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray has shared a positive update about his cancer battle. The 65-year-old, who is best known for playing wide-boy Mickey Pearce in the beloved sitcom, was diagnosed with lung cancer in July 2021 and underwent an operation in October to remove the tumour. He then went through a round of chemotherapy to prevent the cancer from returning. Murray thanked his followers for their ‘lovely messages’ and explained his health status in several tweets on Sunday, writing: ‘During this chemo , another tumour was discovered in my liver. ‘Luckily for me this cancer was unconnected to the lung cancer and was also treatable. I had a procedure called TACE to deal with this .’ TACE (transarterial chemoembolisation) is a treatment for liver cancer that uses a combination of chemotherapy and an agent (small plastic beads) to block the blood vessels supplying the tumour (embolisation). This treatment is usually used to control the cancer, … [Read more...] about Only Fools and Horses actor Patrick Murray ‘cured’ of lung cancer after chemotherapy: ‘I’m over the moon’

British sitcom star Patrick Murray has said his lung cancer is "cured" and that a tumour discovered in his liver is "shrinking" in response to treatment. Murray, 65, who played Mickey Pearce in Only Fools And Horses, revealed his diagnosis earlier this year. He said that scans had detected a cancerous lung tumour which he had an operation to remove, alongside chemotherapy. Follow-up scans found another tumour in his liver that he said was unconnected to his lung cancer, which was also treatable. He said he was treated with Tace, or transcatheter arterial chemoembolization, which is a combination of chemotherapy and other medicines designed to restrict blood supply to the tumour. Advertisement In an update on Twitter, he wrote: "Thanks again for all your lovely messages. As you may know, I was diagnosed with lung cancer last July. "After an op in Oct to remove the tumour I had chemo to help prevent the cancer returning. During this chemo, another … [Read more...] about Only Fools And Horses star Patrick Murray announces his lung cancer is ‘cured’

Bowel cancer has a high mortality rate, which experts believe could be due to the relative lack of symptoms in the early stages of the disease. For this reason, more than 60% of cases are diagnosed when the cancer has already spread regionally or to distant organs. Many healthcare professionals are discovering the age of their bowel cancer patients keeps going down. In fact, in the last 10 years, they’ve noticed more patients in their 30s, 20s and even teens getting diagnosed – something that used to be considered incredibly rare. Many people remain nonchalant when changes in toilet habits or stool shape and colours occur - which could prove to be fatal. Signs you should not ignore potentially warning of bowel cancer ( Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Bowel cancer symptoms found in your poo The NHS states changes in bowel habit is one of the main warning symptoms of the disease, which includes having more frequent and looser stools . In terms of the … [Read more...] about Warning symptoms of bowel cancer – pencil-like poo and other signs in your toilet

Te Aho o Te Kahu is standardising bowel cancer reporting throughout New Zealand so leaders can make informed clinical and equity decisions. A Southland woman is walking 115km to raise funds for Bowel Cancer New Zealand and honour her mum. It took just 10 months for a Southland family’s lives to change forever. That’s the time Steph Rossiter had with her mum between her diagnosis and when she became one of the 100 Kiwis who die of bowel cancer in New Zealand each month. “Once we found out what mum had, we realise it was quite common,” Rossiter said. Next month, Rossiter will join others impacted by the disease for Bowel Cancer New Zealand’s Move Your Butt campaign to honour her mum and raise funds for the organisation that helped her family navigate their cancer journey. READ MORE: Proposal for major cancer centre sidelined by health authorities Dying cancer patients say they are waiting too long for diagnosis, treatments Half of cancers potentially … [Read more...] about Cancer Control Agency to standardise bowel cancer reporting

Richard Osman is said to be an early favourite to replace Anne Robinson on Countdown after she confirmed she was stepping down as host. On Monday, 77-year-old Anne announced that she was quitting her position on the Channel 4 quiz show as she wants to spend more time with her grandchildren. Anne, who recorded 265 episodes of the show, said of her decision to quit: "I've had a blast hosting this wonderful show. And I stayed longer than I signed up for. Now it is time for an older woman to take the reins. "I hope too I've encouraged TV bosses to realise that not all women at the wrong end of their seventies are in care homes playing bingo and watching conjuring tricks," she continued. Richard Osman is said to be an early favourite to replace Anne Robinson on Countdown ( Image: PA) "In fact the genius of Countdown is that it's a brilliant way to keep the brain exercised. I run 5k most days of the week. "And I can now do an anagram at twice the speed I could … [Read more...] about Pointless star Richard Osman early favourite to replace Anne Robinson on Countdown

Widespread myths about Tourette’s syndrome are preventing young people from spotting early signs of the disability and seeking help, experts and patients living with the condition have warned. Studies show that roughly half of all cases of the neurological disorder – which causes involuntary behaviours – are undiagnosed, leaving thousands without vital support. ‘There is a lack of understanding of the condition from the general public,’ said Dr Melina Malli, a researcher in Tourette’s syndrome at Manchester Metropolitan University. ‘People refer to stereotypes of what people with Tourette’s should do – like swearing – so those with less well-known symptoms might not be diagnosed.’ Dr Wilson Tsai was diagnosed with Tourette's when he was in medical school, despite that, he has become a heart and lung surgeon based in the United States (picture posed by model) Studies show that roughly half of all cases of the neurological disorder – which causes involuntary … [Read more...] about It’s more than just swearing… How a heart surgeon with Tourette’s syndrome loses his tics the moment he picks up his scalpel

Manchester City have held off Liverpool to win the Premier League by a single point after scoring three goals in five minutes to complete a stunning comeback against Aston Villa. Pep Guardiola's side found themselves 2-0 down as Villa - managed by former Liverpool hero Steven Gerrard - threatened to pull off an almighty shock at the Etihad Stadium. But two goals from substitute Ilkay Gundogan and one from Rodri made it 3-2 after a remarkable spell deep into the second half. Premier League Final Day LIVE! Man City triumph after thrilling comeback Twitter Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this. Open Privacy Options It meant Liverpool's 3-1 win at home to Wolves was in vain. Advertisement Things were equally tense at the bottom of the table but Leeds stayed up after winning 2-1 at Brentford, meaning Burnley are relegated after losing by the same score at Newcastle. Tottenham secured the final Champions League … [Read more...] about Manchester City hold off Liverpool to win Premier League title after stunning comeback

Deborah James proudly shared a photo of her daughter modelling her charity t-shirt. The Dame, who has captured the nation's heart by sharing her brave battle with bowel cancer has continued to raise money by teaming up with In The Style. Her daughter Eloise, 12, wore the white top with the "rebellious hope" slogan printed on the front. Despite everything that she and her mum are going through, the youngster smiled as she held an umbrella. Just hours after the launch, 20,000 T-shirts had sold out, which raised a whopping £140,000 for her BowelBabe fund. The teacher-turned-podcaster has so far raised £6.4million for cancer research and was presented with a Damehood by Prince William. Deborah James has shared a sweet photo of her daughter modelling her charity t-shirt ( Image: Instagram) Deborah was recently made a Dame for her charity work ( Image: Instagram) In other photos, she leaned on a floral walking stick as she lovingly kissed her daughter … [Read more...] about Deborah James’ daughter Eloise models her sell-out Rebellious Hope charity t-shirt

Pakistan's ailing opposition leader Shahbaz Sharif was turned back on Saturday at Lahore's international airport and prevented from leaving the country, his party spokesperson said. Sharif heads the Pakistan Muslim League party and is the leader of the opposition bloc in the lower house of parliament. He was not allowed to board a Qatar Airways flight to London, said Maryam Aurangzeb, the party spokeswoman. She said immigration officials at the airport said Sharif's name was still "on the blacklist," so he could not leave. "When Shahbaz Sharif came to the airport today, FIA officials stopped him and said he could not travel because there was another list, a 'person-not-in-list,'" the Dawn newspaper quoted Aurangzeb as saying. Watch video 26:06 Fawad Chaudhry on Conflict Zone Government exploring options to stop Sharif On Friday, the Lahore High Court ruled that Sharif could leave Pakistan and stay abroad for treatment till early July. The … [Read more...] about Pakistan opposition leader stopped from leaving country