Joyce Ares had just turned 74 and was feeling fine when she agreed to give a blood sample for research. So she was surprised when the screening test came back positive for signs of cancer. After a repeat blood test, a PET scan and a needle biopsy, she was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. “I cried,” … Read more
By Dr. Tejinder Kataria, Colon cancer occurs in the first part of the large intestine covering approximately 15 cm length. Colon is followed by rectum and anal canal, the terminal parts of the digestive system. The annual age adjusted rate of incidence of colon cancer in India is 4.4/100,000 men and 3.9/100,000 women as per … Read more
Cancer is a complex disease of worldwide concern. Along with an improvement in outcomes, early and sensitive detection of cancer and cancer biomarkers can facilitate an understanding of cancer progression and aid in the development of effective treatment methods. By Shubhendra Singh Thakur, Cancer is a devastating disease that affects millions of people each year. … Read more