Cancer Research UK

Breast cancer: Scientists hail 'very significant' genetic find

Scientists say they have a near-perfect picture of the genetic events that cause breast cancer.

Scientists 'find cancer's Achilles heel'

Researchers at University College, London have developed a way of finding unique markings within a tumour - its "Achilles heel" - allowing the body to target the disease.

Arm mole count 'predicts skin cancer risk'

Having more than 11 moles on one arm indicates a higher-than-average risk of skin cancer or melanoma, research suggests.

Drug may 'slow breast cancer growth'

A cheap and safe drug could help half of women with breast cancer to live longer, scientists suggest.

May 2, 2016
May 2, 2016

Breast cancer: Scientists hail 'very significant' genetic find

Scientists say they have a near-perfect picture of the genetic events that cause breast cancer.

March 5, 2016
March 5, 2016

Scientists 'find cancer's Achilles heel'

Researchers at University College, London have developed a way of finding unique markings within a tumour - its "Achilles heel" - allowing the body to target the disease.

October 19, 2015
October 19, 2015

Arm mole count 'predicts skin cancer risk'

Having more than 11 moles on one arm indicates a higher-than-average risk of skin cancer or melanoma, research suggests.

July 9, 2015
July 9, 2015

Drug may 'slow breast cancer growth'

A cheap and safe drug could help half of women with breast cancer to live longer, scientists suggest.

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