14 May 2025
As nanomedicine matures and turns “smart”, it is poised to usher in a new era in personalised therapies.
Tag: cancer treatment
13 May 2025
If detected early, cancer is much easier to treat. Emerging non-invasive tests can help early diagnosis.
28 April 2025
By integrating early screening, diagnostics, advanced treatment and supportive care in one central location, the centre fosters close collaboration between specialists.
28 March 2025
Four MOH hospitals are getting new-generation LINAC machines for radiotherapy: two for IKN and one each for HKL, Sabah Women and Children's Hospital, and SGH. The new LINAC machine at HSI in JB cut waiting times for radiotherapy from 3 months to 2 weeks.
15 November 2024
A new study estimates ovarian cancer may cost US$69.9 billion across 11 countries, including Malaysia. “While there is extensive research on breast cancer, ovarian cancer receives less attention despite having significantly worse outcomes" – lead author.
6 November 2024
Cancer can be difficult to prevent, does not discriminate, and affects people from all walks of life. Due to this, early detection through screening and effective treatment are of the utmost importance.
23 September 2024
Letter
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT): The New Standard Of Care For Prostate Cancer — Dr Aminudin Rahman Mohd Mydin
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) is the new standard of care for early-stage prostate cancer, with similar cure rates and less side effects compared to surgery, giving a better quality of life for patients.
12 September 2024
A study by NTU Singapore and Oxford University found a new process for cells to repair DNA damage, which can improve cancer treatments and lead to better patient outcomes. Researchers say the findings are significant for patients with colorectal cancer.
30 August 2024
Lung Cancer Network Malaysia and AstraZeneca's joint efforts lead to the first successful AI-detected lung cancer diagnosis and treatment of a 67-year-old male smoker with no symptoms who had done a routine health screening. His chest X-ray was AI-enabled.
21 August 2024
In recognising the effects of lung cancer and its impact beyond the patient, NCSM and LCNM have teamed up to shed light on the importance of early detection.