Ray of hope: Malaysia redefines cancer care with innovative approaches
Malaysia has experienced a significant increase in medical tourism, particularly in the field of cancer treatment.
Thu Feb 22 2024
10,000 cancer patients in Gaza without medicine
10,000 cancer patients in Gaza are without critically needed medicine after the only hospital for cancer treatment was forced out of service
Tue Jan 02 2024
England to rollout world-first seven-minute cancer treatment jab
Hundreds of eligible patients treated with the immunotherapy, were set to have "under the skin" time-saving injection.
Wed Aug 30 2023
Tomatoes, eggplant and potatoes could one day help in the fight against cancer
The research reviews the potential of the Solanaceae family of plants as potential cancer treatments, focusing on the alkaloids.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Brazil soccer legend Pele says he remains 'strong' amid cancer battle
Pele was admitted to hospital to re-evaluate his cancer treatment.
Sun Dec 04 2022
Particle physics pushing cancer treatment boundaries
The physicists at CERN are working with giant particle accelerators in search of ways to expand the reach of cancer radiation therapy.
Sun Oct 30 2022
As Thailand greenlights cannabis, patients welcome cheaper supplies
Jiratti uses it to manage the pain and sickness caused by her breast cancer treatments.
Mon Jun 20 2022
This robot can go hunting for signs of cancer deep in your lungs
This "magnetic tentacle robot" was designed in order to take tissue samples or even to administer a specific anti-cancer treatment.
Tue Apr 12 2022
Immunotherapy effective treatment for cancer - Oncologist
Dr Abel said immunotherapy is a new alternative treatment for cancer patients, apart from the conventional chemotherapy.
Mon Jun 28 2021
Cancer survivors encouraged to take COVID-19 vaccine - Dr Hishamshah
However, those on immunosuppressants are not advised to take the vaccine for the time being until their treatment is completed.
Tue Feb 23 2021
PM's office denies Muhyiddin to seek cancer treatment, appoint DPM
PMO described such reports as malicious, saying the prime minister had been confirmed free from cancer by medical specialists who treated him.
Mon Jan 11 2021
Japan's crown prince says will model himself after father as emperor
A government panel is debating how to allow the 83-year-old Akihito, who has had heart surgery and prostate cancer treatment, to step down.
Thu Feb 23 2017
Govt to review charge for cancer treatment - Dr Jeyaindran
He says the review would take into account the burden on the people, especially the bottom 40 per cent income group (B40), those with disabilities OKU) and senior citizens.
Sat Feb 04 2017
Exercise can reduce fatigue, improve physical fitness in women undergoing breast cancer treatments
The review collates various studies focusing on women undergoing very different kinds of therapy and surgery for breast cancer.
Wed Sep 28 2016
Drug discovery brings hope of new breast cancer treatments
The compound called "eCF506" apparently has the ability to block the growth of breast cancer cells.
Wed May 25 2016
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024