Category Archives: Cancer and neoplasms
Sep
Introduction Globally, the prevalence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), which is the fourth most common cause of cancer-related death, has been increasing over the last 30 years.1 In 2018, the number of deaths caused by HCC worldwide was reported to be 781,631, which is higher than the 746,000 deaths reported in 2012.2 Furthermore, in 2020, HCC […]
Sep
Introduction Polycythemia vera (PV) is the most common Philadelphia chromosome-negative myeloproliferative neoplasms, characterized by a hypercellular bone marrow status that results in increased numbers of erythroid, megakaryocytic and granulocytic precursor cells and an absolute increase in hematocrit.1–3 Most patients (>95%) with PV presented acquired Janus kinase 2 (JAK2) gene mutation. Major complications include arterial and […]
Sep
Introduction National registries are important sources of clinical information1,2 that can help to estimate incidence, prevalence, and patient survival for a disease, identify and quantify risk factors, and evaluate treatment patterns and outcomes.1–4 Nordic countries have a long history of collecting registry data covering births, deaths, diseases, migration, and various social issues for administrative purposes.5–7 […]
Sep
One of humanity’s greatest triumphs is the eradication of smallpox. Many doctors and scientists thought it was impossible to eliminate a disease that had been around for millennia and killed nearly 1 in 3 people infected. Smallpox is the first and only human disease to be wiped out globally. KFF Health News held a […]
Cancer and neoplasms
By Dr Nicola Davies Thyroid cancer is a rare cancer that encompasses several variations (Table 1).1-3 The incidence is higher in women compared to men.4 Worldwide, the most common age at onset is between 15 and 49 years in females, compared to 50 and 69 years in males.5 However, the reasons behind this disparity are not fully understood. Table 1. Types of thyroid cancer Type of Thyroid Cancer Characteristics Papillary Most common type, slow-growing,…
By Dr Nicola Davies Thyroid cancer is a rare cancer that encompasses several variations (Table 1).1-3 The incidence is higher in women compared to men.4 Worldwide, the most common age at onset is between 15 and 49 years in females, compared to 50 and 69 years in males.5 However, the reasons behind this disparity are […]
Cancer and neoplasms
Westfield London launches immersive installation to help visitors recognise the ten key symptoms of rare blood cancers
Sep
Westfield London (White City) has today welcomed an immersive AR exhibition, MPN 10, which shines a light on the symptoms of a group of rare blood cancers called myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) to help raise awareness this Blood Cancer Awareness Month. The installation from Novartis sees ten bespoke sculptures which have been exclusively designed by five […]