cancer screening

Home HPV Self-Sampling Kits Show Promise for Closing Cervical Screening Gap in Disabled Women

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A new study from the University of Sheffield suggests that at-home human papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling kits could help address persistent gaps in cervical cancer screening among physically disabled women, a population that faces disproportionate barriers to traditional in-person screenings. The National Institute for Health and Care Research-funded study, published in the Journal of Medical Screening, … Read more

Novel antibody blocks Epstein-Barr virus, curing follicular lymphoma — and a plan to reduce cancer in Washington state

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SEATTLE – March 4, 2026 – Below are summaries of recent Fred Hutch Cancer Center research findings, patient stories and other news. March is the awareness month for colorectal cancer and multiple myeloma. If you’re interested in speaking to experts, contact [email protected] to schedule interviews. Infectious disease research Scientists develop first-of-its-kind antibody to block Epstein-Barr … Read more

Lancet study shows AI can screen breast cancer in early stages: Can this model help reduce case burden in India? | Health and Wellness News

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Using AI to assist radiologists in diagnosing breast cancer may help in early detection of even aggressive types while reducing the workload of doctors, according to a randomised control trial from Sweden published in Lancet. The researchers used AI to screen over one lakh women under Sweden’s national programme. This has implications for India that … Read more

AI-Powered Breast Cancer Screening Trial Launched in NHS

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Health Secretary Announces AI-Powered Breast Cancer Trial | Archynetys Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, … Read more