Cancer

• Researchers have developed a new blood test that could detect pancreatic cancer at its earliest stages, potentially improving treatment outcomes for the disease. • The test aims to identify the disease before it becomes deadly, with medical professionals noting that early detection significantly increases the chances of successful intervention. • Early detection of pancreatic cancer could greatly improve the chances of survival for patients, as the disease is often referred to as a "silent killer" due to its asymptomatic nature in its early stages.

• The pituitary cancer market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 9.4% between 2026 and 2033. • DataM Intelligence 4 Market Research LLP reports that the sector is shifting from a specialized oncology niche toward precision diagnosis and targeted treatments. • This growth creates new opportunities for healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies to develop personalized cancer care options.

Thousands with HER2-low advanced breast cancer will have access to Enhertu after ministers strike deal on priceThousands of women in England with incurable breast cancer will get access to a life-extending drug on the NHS after negotiations over its cost proved successful.About 1,000 women a year with HER2-low advanced breast cancer will be able to obtain Enhertu from Thursday after ministers and the drug’s makers struck a deal on its price. Continue reading...

• Medical researchers are warning that misinformation and vaccine hesitancy could limit the effectiveness of upcoming personalized cancer vaccines. • These vaccines are designed to prevent cancer from returning by training the immune system to recognize specific proteins on a patient's tumor. • Widespread distrust in vaccines may prevent high-risk patients from receiving preventative treatments that could stop a cancer recurrence.

• Moderna and Merck are developing an mRNA cancer vaccine to treat patients with late-stage skin cancer. • The vaccine showed success in clinical trials when used in combination with an immunotherapy drug. • Public distrust and disinformation regarding vaccines could limit the adoption and effectiveness of these new medical treatments.

• India will showcase 37 deep-tech startups at the two-day Bharat Innovates exposition for Brics leaders in Delhi. • The exhibition features emerging technologies including AI-powered cancer screening, quantum computing, and electric motors that do not use rare-earth minerals. • This event provides Indian ventures in healthcare, space, and clean energy direct access to international leaders from Brics nations.

• India is showcasing several deep-tech innovations to BRICS leaders in Delhi this week. • Featured technologies include a cervical cancer screening system that assesses risk in under 60 seconds, a 64-qubit quantum computer processor, and an electric motor that eliminates the need for rare-earth materials. • These advancements demonstrate India's ability to reduce reliance on expensive imported minerals for green energy and improve rapid healthcare diagnostics.