What are the warning 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

Cryptocurrency: Man recalls friend losing £50,000 due to scam Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The cryptocurrency world remains shaken by last week's crash, as LUNA instantly pulled several tokens underwater, and they have struggled to recover. Even established coins felt its effects, as Bitcoin and Ethereum remain down on their pre-May 12 values. The experience, experts believe, serves as a lesson on regulating cryptocurrencies. Related articles Will crypto go back up? Experts 'optimistic' Crypto prices: The five cryptocurrencies that avoided major crash The cryptocurrency market, still essentially in its infancy, has … [Read more...] about Crypto warning: Experts call for regulation as Bank of England warnings ‘become reality’

Sunday The iconic Kiwi entertainers have shared most of their lives together The Topp Twins are warning supporters to beware of online scammers after their official Facebook page was hacked. The Kiwi comedy icons, Jools and Lynda Topp - who are both undergoing breast cancer treatment - on Sunday made a post explaining that a fake Topp Twins Facebook page had been created which is messaging people offering prizes and money. “Someone has set up a fake TT Page offering prizes, this is a scam,” the post reads. The pair advised people not to open any messages offering prizes or money, and report it if they can. READ MORE: Topp Twins breast cancer battle: 'Wow, we both feel so loved' Kiwi icons the Topp Twins reveal they both have breast cancer, will peform until 'the lights go out' From underground performers to damehoods, the Topp Twins have come a long way The Topp Twins on their mad, defiantly untrendy new Topp Country cookbook “We are working on this … [Read more...] about Topp Twins warn of online scam after Facebook page was hacked

A disastrous deal to build two new ferries was pushed through by SNP ministers despite officials warning them that it could be ruled unlawful, it has emerged. Previously secret correspondence shows that the contract was handed to Ferguson Marine, then owned by a pro-independence businessman, despite civil servants’ fears that other shipyards could challenge the decision in the courts. The risk emerged because SNP ministers insisted on handing the contract to the yard even after it reneged on a previously agreed funding guarantee designed to protect taxpayers if something went wrong. Officials warned that this represented a “considerable departure” from the advertised contract terms and this “may raise significant procurement risks”. The warning has only emerged because the Scottish Government failed to properly redact information in an email chain of previously “lost” documents, which it was claimed had been discovered on Wednesday and were published online. While the … [Read more...] about SNP ministers gave green light to doomed ferries contract despite warnings it could be unlawful

The mum of a teen who was murdered by her violent ex has warned other parents to keep an eye on their children’s relationships. Ellie Gould, 17, was strangled and stabbed by her boyfriend of three months, Thomas Griffiths, in May 2019 after she called off their relationship. Refusing to accept her decision, vicious Griffiths went to Ellie’s house during a free period in the school day and brutally attacked her. After initially grabbing Ellie by the throat, he took a kitchen knife and stabbed her 17 times. When he was done, he washed the knife to get rid of his DNA and stuck the knife back into her neck to make it look like suicide. Three years on from Ellie’s death, her mum Carole wants other parents to know the dangers of controlling relationships which can easily spiral into violence. Carole says Ellie was concerned about Griffith's behaviour in the lead up to her death ( Image: ITV) For more of the news you care about straight to your inbox, sign up for one … [Read more...] about Mum of murdered Ellie, 17, warns of ‘subtle’ domestic abuse signs in teen relationships

Prince Charles to opt for 'slimmed down' coronation says Myers Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The 95-year-old monarch is said to be "terrified" disaster could strike- threatening the line of succession and has told Prince William to stop flying in helicopters with his family. A source close to the Queen claimed: "It keeps the Queen awake at night and she is understandably very worried."It comes as royal expert Jonathan Sacerdoti claims Prince Charles plans to "slim down" the monarchy when he takes the throne. FOLLOW BELOW FOR UPDATES... Royal Family LIVE: William issued warning by 'worried' Queen as Charles plans to slash monarchy (Image: … [Read more...] about William warned by ‘worried’ Queen as Charles plans to cut down monarchy

Sue Gray demands to name partygate ringleaders Acting Met police chief  accused of lack of transparency Rishi Sunak first front line politician to join rich list UK refuses to cave to US pressure over Northern Ireland Protocol Putin cuts off gas supplies to Finland ​ Russia-Ukraine latest: Moscow to build new military bases N icola Sturgeon has warned a trade war with the EU could "tip" the UK into a recession as she criticised the Government’s plan to unilaterally make changes to post-Brexit border rules in Northern Ireland. The Scottish First Minister discussed the Northern Ireland Protocol with Michelle O'Neill, the Vice President of Sinn Fein, during talks in Edinburgh today. She said in a statement issued after the meeting that Downing Street’s plan to bring forward a law to allow ministers to make changes to the protocol without seeking the permission of the EU is “extremely concerning”. The EU has warned unilateral action could put the … [Read more...] about Nicola Sturgeon warns trade war with EU over Northern Ireland Protocol could ‘tip’ UK into recession