News for 'Cancer'

Sadhvi Pragya diagnosed with breast cancer

Sadhvi Pragya diagnosed with breast cancer

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, one of the prime accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case and the Sunil Joshi murder case, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, according to a report from the Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital in Bhopal. A mammography test on her confirmed the ailment on Wednesday, doctors attending on her said.

The Actress Who Caught Mrinal Sen's Eye

The Actress Who Caught Mrinal Sen's Eye

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Mamata Shankar remembers the amazing actor Sreela Majumdar, who passed into the ages last week.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Can nail polish cause cancer?

Can nail polish cause cancer?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Some of the chemicals used in nail polish are toxic and can harm your body.

This designer raised Rs 2.33 crores for cancer

This designer raised Rs 2.33 crores for cancer

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

Meheka Mirpuri is using fashion to help cancer patients.

What Kamala Harris said at her first campaign rally

What Kamala Harris said at her first campaign rally

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump is relying on support from billionaires and big corporations, while hers is a people powered campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Tuesday addressing her first election rally, a day after she became the presumptive presidential nominee of the Democratic Party.

Cancer drug prices highest in US, treatment expensive in India

Cancer drug prices highest in US, treatment expensive in India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

The lowest drug prices were found in India and South Africa.

Roche launches lung cancer drug

Roche launches lung cancer drug

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

Pharma major Roche Scientific Company on Tuesday launched its revolutionary anti-cancer drug 'Tarceva' (erlotinib), which 'prolongs and improves' quality of the life of patients, suffering from lung cancer.\n\n

What you MUST know about cancer

What you MUST know about cancer

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

Chairman of the Department of Surgical Oncology at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai, Dr P Jagannath shares interesting insights on how detecting cancer early on has helped many survive the disease.

NC promises Article 370, autonomy, statehood resolution

NC promises Article 370, autonomy, statehood resolution

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Restoration of Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir's statehood as well as implementation of the autonomy resolution passed by the erstwhile assembly in 2000 are among the National Conference's 12 guarantees announced in its manifesto for the upcoming polls.

2 Dabur cos get relief in multiple lawsuits in US court

2 Dabur cos get relief in multiple lawsuits in US court

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In a relief to FMCG major Dabur, two of its foreign subsidiaries, Dabur International and Dermoviva Skin Essentials, have been removed as a defendant in multiple lawsuits filed in a US court over allegations that their hair-relaxer products caused ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and other related health issues. However, lawsuits filed against its third international subsidiary Namaste Laboratories LLC, would continue before the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, according to a statement from Dabur on Wednesday. Dabur International and Dermoviva were removed and got relief in the multiple suits due to lack of jurisdiction as they have not either manufactured, marketed, distributed or sold hair relaxer products in the US, it added.

'You aren't fighting Biden': Harris keeps Trump off-balance during first debate

'You aren't fighting Biden': Harris keeps Trump off-balance during first debate

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

"You're not running against Joe Biden. You're running against me," Vice President Harris, who is the Democratic candidate, told the former President, when he criticised the current administration. The matchup on TV Tuesday night began with a handshake -- Harris took the initiative walking up to Trump's lectern -- but later descended into acrimony.

Ex-India footballer battling blood cancer, vows to return stronger

Ex-India footballer battling blood cancer, vows to return stronger

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Surojit Bose played for India under coach Sukhwinder Singh from 2004-08 and was instrumental in Mahindra United's NFL triumph in 2005-06.

'Abrasive behaviour is like cancer'

'Abrasive behaviour is like cancer'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'They are acutely aware of how they can use their power as a means to either continue dominating people or to get ahead.'

2 months interim bail for Jet Air founder Naresh Goyal

2 months interim bail for Jet Air founder Naresh Goyal

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The Bombay high court on Monday granted interim bail for two months on medical grounds to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, who has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money laundering case. A single bench of Justice N J Jamadar said Goyal shall pay a surety of Rs 1 lakh and not leave Mumbai without prior permission from the trial court. "The applicant (Goyal) shall be released on interim bail for a period of two months. He shall abide by all conditions imposed," the bench said.

Ex-IndiGo CEO Aditya Ghosh joins Tata Trusts, to advise on cancer care

Ex-IndiGo CEO Aditya Ghosh joins Tata Trusts, to advise on cancer care

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

Ghosh said the Tata Trusts Cancer Care Initiative is one of the largest health care programmes in the world

Cancer: How much do you REALLY know?

Cancer: How much do you REALLY know?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

You may be young, but it's never too early to protect yourself against the risk of cancer. We present a few questions below -- see if you can pick the right options and educate yourself in the bargain.

'He Was Not An 'I' Man At All'

'He Was Not An 'I' Man At All'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'He was a practical person who ensured that he thought about the common man, animals, the fact that they have a life and they have to be respected.'

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

The former opening batsman joined as DOC in December last year following the suspension of CEO Thabang Moroe and has since signed a two-year deal with the option of extending for a third term.

Kejriwal seeks 7-day extension of bail on health grounds; BJP calls 'drama'

Kejriwal seeks 7-day extension of bail on health grounds; BJP calls 'drama'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has sought extension of his interim bail by seven days from the Supreme Court to undergo a host of medical tests, including a PET-CT scan in view of his 'sudden and unexplained weight loss, coupled with high ketone levels', which are indicatives of kidney, serious cardiac ailments and even cancer.

Pineapple crush can fight cancer

Pineapple crush can fight cancer

Rediff.com7 Jul 2005

Australian scientists have discovered pineapple molecules can act as powerful anti-cancer agents.

Cancer and accidents are 'divine justice' for our sins: Assam health minister

Cancer and accidents are 'divine justice' for our sins: Assam health minister

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

God makes us suffer when we sin, Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

AIIMS has answer to cervical cancer

AIIMS has answer to cervical cancer

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

They have identified two common types of human papillomavirus virus (HPV) responsible for causing cervical cancer, a vaccination for which could eliminate 75 per cent of the disease in the region.

10 things that women ignore about cancer

10 things that women ignore about cancer

Rediff.com20 Jan 2011

Awareness regarding cancer and its preventive strategies is low in India -- only 3 percent of Indian women undergo regular screenings.

10 helpful tips for breast cancer patients

10 helpful tips for breast cancer patients

Rediff.com18 Oct 2010

Undergoing breast cancer treatment? Well, here are some things to keep in mind.

Brisk exercise lowers cancer risk

Brisk exercise lowers cancer risk

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Strenuous exercise for just half an hour a day can reduce a person's risk of dying from cancer, says a new study.

Mumbai cancer patient becomes crorepati on KBC 8

Mumbai cancer patient becomes crorepati on KBC 8

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

The episode in which Patil won, will be aired on October 20 on Sony channel.

Betis defender Roque dies of cancer

Betis defender Roque dies of cancer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2012

Miquel Roque, a Real Betis defender who started out in Barcelona's youth ranks and had a stint at Liverpool, has died of cancer at the age of 23, Betis said on Sunday.

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The July 2 Austrian Grand Prix was a high water mark for the sport with just four people having to process an avalanche of some 1,200 potential violations.

Was quoted out of context: Assam health minister on cancer remark

Was quoted out of context: Assam health minister on cancer remark

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

His remarks that some people suffer from diseases such as cancer because of sins committed in the past and that it is "divine justice" have sparked sharp reactions.

Farrah Fawcett dies of cancer

Farrah Fawcett dies of cancer

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

The original Charlie's Angels star Farrah Fawcett's three-year-long battle with cancer came to an end with her demise at the age of 62.

Warren Buffett diagnosed with prostate cancer

Warren Buffett diagnosed with prostate cancer

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

In a letter to his shareholders, the Berkshire Hathaway chief said he has been diagnosed with 'Stage I prostate cancer' on Wednesday and will begin a two-month treatment of daily radiation in July.

'Cancer is my live-in companion'

'Cancer is my live-in companion'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Rediff columnist, strategic analyst and former bureaucrat B Raman on how he has been living with and fighting the dreaded disease since October 2009.

'Yuvraj won't suffer cancer relapse'

'Yuvraj won't suffer cancer relapse'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Yuvraj Singh has arrived home in India after cancer treatment in United States and doctors are confident the player will not suffer a relapse, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Monday.

Concern over breast cancer among men

Concern over breast cancer among men

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Genetic disorder, obesity, alcohol intake, prior exposure to radiation, family history, are some of the factors that has led to the spread of this rare disease.

Lisa Ray launches cancer hospital in Mumbai

Lisa Ray launches cancer hospital in Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

Dressed in an off-shoulder figure-hugging grey dress, Lisa Ray would have seemed like an unlikely face at a cancer institute. Ray who has recovered from multiple myeloma flew down from her hometown in Toronto, to launch Fortis Hospitals' cancer institute in Mumbai's eastern suburb of Mulund.

The risk factors and symptoms of kidney cancer

The risk factors and symptoms of kidney cancer

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

Majority of kidney cancers originate in the tiny tubules of the kidney and are known as renal cell carcinoma. Read on to learn more...

Smoking marijuana can cause testicular cancer

Smoking marijuana can cause testicular cancer

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Researchers found that being a marijuana smoker at the time of diagnosis was linked to a 70 per cent increased risk of testicular cancer. The risk was particularly elevated for those who used marijuana at least weekly and/or who had long-term exposure to the substance beginning in adolescence.

Many cancers hereditary, says study

Many cancers hereditary, says study

Rediff.com28 Dec 2004

ven distant relatives of cancer victims have a higher than average chance of suffering the disease themselves. \n

Medica + Manipal Will Overtake Apollo

Medica + Manipal Will Overtake Apollo

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Next year Medica and Manipal will merge, making the amalgamated entity the largest corporate hospital chain in the country, overtaking Apollo Hospitals Enterprises.