Cancer
Andalusia's government dismisses health counselor over breast cancer screening errors
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Andalusia's regional president, Juanma Moreno, has announced the dismissal of Health Counselor Rocío Hernández following errors in the breast cancer screening program affecting about 2,000 women. The move comes amid massive protests in Seville and opposition calls for an investigation. The government has launched an emergency plan to review pending cases.
El Paso residents probe warehouse ethylene oxide emissions
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A Grist investigation has revealed that emissions of the carcinogen ethylene oxide from Cardinal Health warehouses in El Paso may exceed safe limits, raising cancer risks for much of the city's population. Former worker Maria, diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer years after her time at the facility, now suspects a link. Nearby residents report headaches, dizziness, and respiratory issues amid limited federal oversight.
Antonia San Juan explains why she shares her cancer on social media
Spanish actress Antonia San Juan has revealed in an Instagram video why she publicly documents her cancer treatment. She aims to break the taboo surrounding the word 'cancer' and provide solidary support to other patients. At 64, the star of 'La que se avecina' responds to criticisms about her openness.
Andalusian government admits delays in breast cancer diagnoses for 2000 women
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The Andalusian government has acknowledged that around 2,000 women have been impacted by delays in breast cancer diagnoses within its screening program. This admission follows probes into failures in the early detection system. Officials have pledged improvements to prevent future issues.
Glioblastoma erodes skull and disrupts immune system, study reveals
Researchers have discovered that glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer, extends beyond the brain by eroding the skull and altering the immune cells in skull marrow. This interaction fuels the cancer's progression and explains why current treatments often fail. The findings, published in Nature Neuroscience, suggest new strategies targeting both brain and bone.