Once solely engaged as participants in academic studies and research, patients are increasingly becoming more involved at several stages of the research process. From helping large organisations assess grants and prioritise funding calls to participating actively in teams running research…
In the devastating health situation in Gaza, with a population continuously displaced, short of food and shelter, and living in trauma and fear, cancer patients need all the support they…
Research conducted on cancer data for the southern US state of Florida shows how addressing sociocultural differences can bridge the gaps in cancer awareness and early detection, and improve outcomes.…
Variations in the microbiota of the human gut impact on the pharmacokinetics of tamoxifen in the blood and consequently on the effectiveness of breast cancer prevention. The study, published in the journal mBio, 25 November, showed that the presence of…
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In this exclusive interview, Stella Kyriakides, the EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, reflects on the significant milestones and ongoing challenges of the EU Cancer Plan. She highlights the disparities in cancer care across Europe, and discusses the efforts…
A report written by Adriana Albini Inefficient care is a leading factor in poorer outcomes for patients, with the World Health Organisation estimating that 40% of health spending is wasted through inefficiency. In cancer care this waste extends far beyond…
We proudly announce Dr. Matti Aapro as the Chair of the Editorial Board for OncoDaily Medical Journal. Dr. Aapro, Past-President of the European Cancer Organisation (ECO), brings his extensive expertise to this role. He currently serves on the Board of…
EONS President Virpi Sulosaari On European Cancer Nursing Day (ECND), celebrated every year on 18 May, the European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) raises awareness of the value of cancer nursing and the importance of the care of people affected by…
“I had very severe symptoms. I had jaundice, I had itching – symptoms that could definitely indicate something related to the liver, or quite severe disease – but because of my age I was repeatedly just shoved away.” (Gabriel, eventually…
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