News for 'World Cancer Day'

Top 12 foods that help FIGHT cancer

Top 12 foods that help FIGHT cancer

Rediff.com3 Feb 2012

February 4 is World Cancer Day. We bring you the dozen foods that will help you fight cancer.

Silent Diseases Hit Young India

Silent Diseases Hit Young India

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Young adults show alarming NCD trends, with high rates of obesity, prediabetes, and abnormal cholesterol levels.

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Even after the removal of breast tissue, it is possible that the cancer may recur in the chest wall or the area where the surgery was performed, warns Dr Meghal Sanghavi, oncosurgeon, at Wockhardt Hospitals.

Tahira Kashyap Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Again

Tahira Kashyap Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Again

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Tahira Kashyap's breast cancer has relapsed after seven years, and she broke the news on her social media.

Locks of love for cancer patients

Locks of love for cancer patients

Rediff.com21 May 2014

A group of young girls from Chennai shaved off their heads earlier this year. That donation has gone for a special cause. Read on!

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'

AGI Dream 'Meaningless': Godfather Of AI

AGI Dream 'Meaningless': Godfather Of AI

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

'We could well be in a world where AI already has these dangerous capabilities and that is why there is a need for careful scientific evaluation to determine the risk and capabilities of these machines.'

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Konstas revealed how his cousin died of leukemia and his grandpa of bowel cancer, and expressed hope the match at SCG would continue to raise awareness about the disease.

Princess of Wales comes out with update on her cancer

Princess of Wales comes out with update on her cancer

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Kate Middleton, Britain's Princess of Wales, has revealed that she is in remission after undergoing cancer treatment over the past year. She visited the Royal Marsden Hospital in London to thank the NHS staff who cared for her and to highlight the world-leading care the hospital provides. The Princess of Wales also announced that she and Prince William have become joint patrons of the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.

Former F1 team boss Eddie Jordan dies of cancer

Former F1 team boss Eddie Jordan dies of cancer

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Born on March 30, 1948, Jordan competed in motor racing's junior series before becoming a driver manager and then a team owner.

Can special diet cure cancer? Navjot Sidhu clarifies

Can special diet cure cancer? Navjot Sidhu clarifies

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Sidhu stated that his wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu had been declared cancer-free, emphasizing the role of dietary and lifestyle changes in her recovery.

Why Cancer Insurance Is A Must

Why Cancer Insurance Is A Must

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

A person who has cancer and doesn't have any health insurance will find it difficult to buy a regular hospitalisation cover. An indemnity-based cancer plan may cover them.

'I was scared!' Sonali Bendre on cancer

'I was scared!' Sonali Bendre on cancer

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

The actor took to Instagram to share an empowering post on the dreaded disease.

'Viksit Bharat cannot truly become a reality unless...'

'Viksit Bharat cannot truly become a reality unless...'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'The real question is how best to leverage technology to deliver better services, all the way to the last mile, where we still haven't been able to get across the financial literacy that can enable us to unlock the potential of the entire country.'

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'I am happy showing my age. I don't want to look 20 years younger than my age. Neither have I done any cosmetic surgery nor do I want to.'

Opal Suchata Chuangsri Is Thailand's First Ever Miss World

Opal Suchata Chuangsri Is Thailand's First Ever Miss World

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'My people in Thailand, we've been waiting for the first Miss World crown for more than 72 years. I couldn't believe that it would be my honour to bring back home our first crown,' she said.

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

''Women are coming into public spaces in larger numbers than ever before. They are educated, capable, opinionated, and determined.' 'But the more women push for access to public space, the harder they are pushed back -- through attacks like this, through discrimination, through the glass ceiling, through the deliberate denial of recognition.'

Six-time Olympic champion Hoy reveals he has terminal cancer

Six-time Olympic champion Hoy reveals he has terminal cancer

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Britain's six-time Olympic track cycling champion Chris Hoy revealed he has "two to four years" to live after he was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer.

Is Your Cough Serious? A Doctor Answers

Is Your Cough Serious? A Doctor Answers

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Pulmonologist Dr Harish Chafle highlights when and why you must not ignore a common cough.

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'Once when he was on a flight, the plane hit an air-pocket.' 'The turbulence outside caused it to see-saw violently which caused a lot of panic inside. While his co-passengers were crying and praying for their lives, Salil kaku was writing a song in his head.'

Planning To Freeze Your Eggs? What You Must Know

Planning To Freeze Your Eggs? What You Must Know

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Dr Sulbha Arora, clinical director and fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, explains everything you need to know about egg freezing in India, including the process, the cost and the risks involved.

India witnessing fastest rise in cancer cases: Report

India witnessing fastest rise in cancer cases: Report

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

On average, at least one in three Indians today were pre-diabetic, two in three were pre-hypertensive and one in 10 were depressed, the 4th edition of Apollo Hospitals' flagship Health of Nation Report on World Health Day 2024, said.

10 risk factors that cause skin cancer

10 risk factors that cause skin cancer

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Do you know tanning beds emit UVA rays and cause skin cancer?

10 warning signs of breast cancer

10 warning signs of breast cancer

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Any form of discharge from the nipple can definitely be a warning sign, at any stage of breast cancer.

India's shooting coach Dradi says he has liver cancer

India's shooting coach Dradi says he has liver cancer

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

Marcello Dradi said he recently underwent a surgery after the cancer returned for the third time after remaining in remission for three years.

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The update from the 42-year-old royal after a "tough couple of months" comes after weeks of speculation over her health and recovery.

'We Aren't Security Conscious As A Nation'

'We Aren't Security Conscious As A Nation'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'Government officials use Gmail and ordinary phones without basic security consciousness.' 'Interoperability, especially in joint exercises with countries like the US, worries me.' 'It often means we open our systems to them, but they don't reciprocate.' 'They could have kill switches in their systems and might even be able to affect ours.'

'If You Don't Take Time To Cook Food...'

'If You Don't Take Time To Cook Food...'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Nutrition is always higher when you consume fresh food. Whether it's heated, boiled, frozen or microwaved, some nutrient depletion always happens' says Dr Rajeshwari Panda.

King Charles III diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace

King Charles III diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

While the palace has not specified the form of cancer, it said the 75-year-old monarch has started treatment and remains 'wholly positive'.

Delegations firm on terror: World must eradicate this scourge

Delegations firm on terror: World must eradicate this scourge

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

All-party parliamentary delegations on Monday met with the leaders of several countries and highlighted India's resolve to combat terrorism, which they stressed must be eradicated in the interests of all humanity.

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Kohli Reveals Why He Retired...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Virat Kohli has spoken for the first time since his emotional decision to retire from Test cricket.

I thought I had COVID, but it was cancer: Navarro

I thought I had COVID, but it was cancer: Navarro

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Suarez Navarro completed her chemotherapy in January, a milestone moment after her life was turned upside down.

'No Such Thing As Diabetes Reversal'

'No Such Thing As Diabetes Reversal'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

'In diabetes remission, you go below a 6.5 HbA1c without medication.' 'And this happens only when you lose 10 to 15 per cent of your body weight with a good amount of lifestyle and dietary changes, exercise and sometimes medication.' 'You have to be able to sustain your HBA1C below 6.5 for at least a year without medication to say that the patient is in remission.'

Malaika Wants To Rule The World

Malaika Wants To Rule The World

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Hina's health update... Karisma gets sun-kissed...Sonal goes traditional...

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Ganguly's cricket brain key to SA20 coaching debut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The former South African pacer said Ganguly will get to know more about his role once he joins the team and meets the players.

How Your 20s Decide Your Menopause Journey

How Your 20s Decide Your Menopause Journey

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

"Menopause is not a one-day thing," says gynaecologist Dr Nidhi Jha, who is also a founder and director at Care&Cure Clinic, New Delhi. "It's a gradual process that begins years before your last period and it's deeply influenced by how you live your 20s."

Tobacco, alcohol, vaping harming fertility, warn experts

Tobacco, alcohol, vaping harming fertility, warn experts

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

While smoking increases the risk of a miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy, it also causes DNA damage in sperm, which can lead to miscarriage and birth defects, they say.

Rattled by level 1 cancer, Dutee living and training in fear

Rattled by level 1 cancer, Dutee living and training in fear

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Dutee Chand experienced the shock of her life when she was told by a doctor in November 2021 that level 1 cancer has attacked her body

The Pujara Story- 11 Blows at Gabba, 7000+ Runs, Zero Hype

The Pujara Story- 11 Blows at Gabba, 7000+ Runs, Zero Hype

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

In the era of uber-stylish batters, Pujara was that glue that held the Indian batting together for a decade between 2013-14 till 2023 over a period of 100 plus Test matches.

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara was the cornerstone of the Indian batting line-up in Tests, featuring in 103 matches in which he scored 7,195 runs at an average of 43.60, with 19 centuries.