Targeted radiotherapy limits side effects of breast cancer treatment
Breast cancer patients who have radiotherapy targeted at the original tumour site experience fewer side effects five years after treatment than those who have whole breast radiotherapy, and their...read the full article
Ankylosing spondylitis: Tests, diagnosis, and treatment
In this article, we look at the questions and tests used to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis, which causes chronic pain in the lower back and buttocks.read the full article
Breast-feeding reduces breast cancer risk, says new report
A new report that updates the evidence on breast cancer says that breast-feeding lowers the risk of developing it both before and after the menopause.read the full article
Testing for immune ‘hotspots’ can predict risk that breast cancer will return
Scientists have developed a new test that can pick out women at high risk of relapsing from breast cancer within 10 years of diagnosis.read the full article
Ankylosing spondylitis: Progression and outlook
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic disorder that causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation. Learn about how it affects the body as it progresses.read the full article
Ankylosing spondylitis: Symptoms and early signs
Ankylosing spondylitis may begin in the spine but what is it, what are the symptoms, and how is it diagnosed? What are the causes and complications?read the full article
Hair dyes, relaxers tied to raised breast cancer risk
New research supports the idea that use of some hair products is linked to raised risk of breast cancer, with differences between white and black women.read the full article
Adenocarcinoma: Types, diagnosis, and treatment
Adenocarcinoma is a type of cancer that affects the glands. Learn about the different types of adenocarcinoma, their symptoms, treatments, and outlook.read the full article
Diet tips for managing ankylosing spondylitis
What foods and nutrients are beneficial for ankylosing spondylitis and what foods should be avoided? What supplements are recommended?read the full article
Ankylosing spondylitis: Pictures, early signs, and progression
in this article, learn about ankylosing spondylitis which is a type of arthritis. What are the symptoms, how is it diagnosed, and how might it be treated?read the full article