Blood test 'can check for more than 50 types of cancer' →
A simple blood test can check for more than 50 types of cancer, often before any signs or symptoms, scientists say. BBC NEWS
Read MoreRepurposing drugs to fight cancer →
While doctors are allowed to use drugs approved for one disease to treat another condition, many don’t because approval to do so doesn’t appear on the label. But that may be changing. THE NEW YORK TIMES
Read MoreSigns of cancer can appear long before diagnosis, study shows →
Research into genetic mutations suggests possibility of tests that would detect cancer earlier. THE GUARDIAN
Read MoreCancer treatment trial: Chemotherapy 'could become more effective' →
In a world first, doctors in the UK are trialling an innovative new way of delivering targeted chemotherapy to cancer tumours, which could improve treatment and lead to fewer side effects for patients. BBC NEWS
Read MoreA new lifeline for cancer patients comes from astronauts in space →
There are notable similarities between how spaceflight affects astronauts and how cancer treatment affects cancer patients. Now doctors are using NASA wellness protocols to help patients on Earth recover. FAST COMPANY
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