Cancer
Sabina Yasmin diagnosed with cancer again
For over five decades, Sabina Yasmin has been associated with music. She has contributed to the music in Bangladeshi cinema and created patriotic songs that resonate with the nation.
‘Udaan’ actress Kavita Chaudhary loses battle against cancer
Suchitra also honoured the late actor with a poignant tribute on Instagram. Alongside a photo of herself and Kavita Chaudhary, she wrote, "Sharing this news weighs heavily on my heart. We lost Kavita last night, a symbol of strength, inspiration, and elegance. While many remember her as the face of the ‘Udaan’ series on DD and the iconic 'Surf' commercial from the ‘70s and '80s, she meant much more to me."
Veteran Indian actress Sreela Majumdar no more
Sreela Majumdar, a beloved actor renowned for her work with significant filmmakers like Mrinal Sen, Shyam Benegal, and Prakash Jha, passed away at her residence in Kolkata on Saturday
I don’t have cancer anymore: Bassbaba Sumon
Aurthohin's vocalist, Saidus Salehin Khaled Sumon, widely recognised as Bassbaba Sumon, fought a prolonged battle against cancer. Apart from other health issues, he underwent surgeries for eye and spine complications.
Rawnak Hasan aides co-artiste battling with cancer
Rawnak Hasan, General Secretary of Actors Equity Bangladesh, is earning accolades for his compassionate gesture, generously donating his entire prize money of BDT 1 lakh from a quiz program on a private TV channel to support his co-artiste Afroza Hossain, who is battling cancer.
Korean actor-singer Chung Lim dies of cancer
Chung Lim, a Korean actor and singer, passed away at the age of 37 after battling with colon cancer on July 19.
Some respite for cancer patients
Manufacturers of cancer medicines will be able to sell the lifesaving drugs at reasonable prices after the National Board of Revenue (NBR) extended duty-free import benefits to 100 more raw materials used to make such products.
Flesh in ruins
It is the disease that maintains the upper hand in the plot. A jarring voice of its own, the toxins spilling across the pages in bold, chaotic words.
Navratilova reveals she is 'cancer-free' after double diagnosis
The former world number one, who won 18 Grand Slam singles titles during her long career, revealed in January she had been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer
US jury orders Monsanto to pay $290mn to cancer patient over weed killer
A California jury orders chemical giant Monsanto to pay nearly $290 million for failing to warn a dying groundskeeper that its weed killer Roundup might cause cancer.
Iron supplements may cause cancer: Study
New European research suggests that two common compounds found in iron supplements could increase the growth of a known biomarker for cancer.
Blood test to detect 8 cancers early gives promising results
Scientists are reporting progress on a blood test to detect many types of cancer at an early stage, including some of the most deadly ones that lack screening tools now.
Obesity, overweight multiplies risk of cancer and heart disease, especially in women
New European research has found that being overweight or obese exponentially increases the chance of suffering from heart disease or cancer, with the risk even greater for women than men.
Women who work nights face higher cancer risk: Study
Women who regularly work in the night shift in Europe and North America may face a 19 percent higher risk of cancer than those who work during the day, says a study.
Mouse study shows the way alcohol may cause cancer
Alcohol damages the DNA of stem cells responsible for producing new blood, according to a mouse study which may explain the link between drinking and cancer, scientists say.
Diabetes, obesity behind 800,000 cancers worldwide: Study
Nearly six percent of new cancers diagnosed worldwide in 2012 -- some 800,000 cases -- has been caused by diabetes and excess weight, according to a study.
Fungus used in traditional medicine can fight cancer: Chinese researchers
Chinese scientists have found evidence that a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine widely sought by the public for its healing powers, also carries anti-cancer benefits.
US Judge tosses $417m award against Johnson & Johnson
A judge tosses out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson talc-based baby powder for feminine hygiene.
Secret to longevity lies in healing body, says Singaporean doctor
The secret to longevity lies in healing the body, says a Singaporean doctor.
