Iran to unveil anti-cancer vaccine in summer 2025
Iran plans to unveil a new anti-cancer vaccine in the summer of 2025, according to the institute established under the supervision of the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. The vaccine is designed to target various types of cancer,
Servier Egypt celebrates jubilee with new production line, cancer programme
Servier Egypt, part of the global Servier Group, has commemorated its 70th anniversary with the opening of a new production line and the launch of the “Access Cancer Treatment (ACT) for Children” initiative. The announcements were made at an
New approach to growing T cells boosts cancer-fighting power
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a groundbreaking method to grow T cells in the lab that not only extends their lifespan but also improves their ability to target and destroy cancer cells. This innovative technique, tested in
New lab-on-chip platform to revolutionize cancer diagnosis by expediting tumour cell detection
Cancer remains one of the world’s deadliest diseases, responsible for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020 alone, according to the World Health Organization. Early detection is crucial for improving survival rates, yet timely diagnoses are often hindered by the difficulty
Inherited gene mutation elevates prostate cancer risk, study finds
A groundbreaking study has identified an inherited gene mutation that significantly increases the risk of prostate cancer in families with a history of the disease. The research, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center and published in JCO Precision Oncology, reveals
Russian Scientists Develop Targeted Cancer Therapy
Laboratorium: Russian scientists are developing a new method for identifying and treating cancers. The therapy aims to deliver medication directly to a patient’s tumour via the bloodstream, minimising damage to healthy tissues. The technology is designed to target tumours specifically,
“500500” Hospital project to enhance cancer care, says Egyptian PM
Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly convened a meeting on Tuesday to review the progress of the new National Cancer Institute in Sheikh Zayed, known as the “500500 Hospital.” The Prime Minister emphasised the hospital’s critical role in enhancing cancer treatment
Siemens Healthineers to acquire Varian equipment sales, services in Egypt
Siemens Healthineers Egypt has finalized an agreement with IEC Medical Systems (Industry and Engineering Consultants for Medical Systems) to acquire the sales and service business of Varian equipment in Egypt. This acquisition, supported by Siemens Healthineers AG and Siemens Healthineers
Takeda, Egypt Healthcare Authority gear towards establishing IPU for cancer care
During the 5th Annual Egypt Healthcare Authority Forum, held in the New Administrative Capital, Takeda Egypt, in collaboration with the Egypt Healthcare Authority, announced key developments toward establishing an Integrated Practice Unit (IPU) for oncology care in Egypt. This announcement
Presidential initiatives “100 million health” provided 212 million services over 6 years
Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Human Development and Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, announced on Wednesday, that public health initiatives, under the slogan “100 Million Health,” have provided 212 million and 878,000 medical services over the course