Scientists study breast milk as an early detection tool for breast cancer
A pioneering new study taking place in Manchester is investigating whether breast milk could help detect breast cancer earlier than a blood test or a scan.
Continue reading full article: Scientists study breast milk as an early detection tool for breast cancer
Manchester cancer research team awarded prestigious NIHR20 Impact Prize
Influential research into the link between Lynch syndrome and womb cancer, supported by the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Manchester, has been awarded a prestigious NIHR Impact Prize.
Continue reading full article: Manchester cancer research team awarded prestigious NIHR20 Impact Prize
Simple test could take the pain out of womb cancer check
A new test to identify cells collected from urine and vaginal fluid could help rule out womb and other cancers in most women who experience bleeding after the menopause.
Continue reading full article: Simple test could take the pain out of womb cancer check
Breast density clue for cancer risk
Women with a higher Body Mass Index in early adulthood may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer after the menopause because of lasting changes in the structure of their breast tissue.
Continue reading full article: Breast density clue for cancer risk
Manchester cancer researcher recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2026
Pioneering Manchester cancer researcher Professor Gareth Evans has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026, in recognition of more than 35 years of outstanding contributions to cancer genetics.
Continue reading full article: Manchester cancer researcher recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2026
Study reveals inequalities in men with learning disabilities and prostate cancer
A study supported by Manchester BRC has highlighted inequalities experienced by men with learning disabilities when diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Continue reading full article: Study reveals inequalities in men with learning disabilities and prostate cancer
Research paper demonstrates significant reduction in late stage lung cancer thanks to community based screening programme
There has been a 22% reduction of late stage lung cancer diagnosis in Greater Manchester thanks to the innovative NHS Lung Cancer Screening Programme.
Continue reading full article: Research paper demonstrates significant reduction in late stage lung cancer thanks to community based screening programme
New research in Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding’s name aims to stop breast cancer before it starts
The second phase of a groundbreaking breast cancer study created in the name of Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding, has seen the appointment of a senior research fellow.
Continue reading full article: New research in Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding’s name aims to stop breast cancer before it starts