Two Cancers in One Kidney: A Rare Case That Challenged Diagnosis
Doctors at La Rabta Hospital in Tunis report a rare renal collision tumor in a 62-year-old patient, involving two distinct kidney cancers.
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University Hospital of Strasbourg Study Compares Immediate and Delayed-Immediate Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
A study from University Hospital of Strasbourg compares immediate and delayed-immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy, examining aesthetic outcomes, complications, patient satisfaction…
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How a Scientific Approach Helped Ease Workers’ Fears: A Rare Liver Cancer Case in the PVC Industry
A Swedish study shows how structured risk assessment and transparent communication reduced workers’ anxiety after a rare liver angiosarcoma case in a PVC factory, clarifying real vinyl chloride exposure risks.
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Seeing the Person Behind the Screen: Supporting Oncology Patients Through Communication in the Digital Age
Insights from Marij Hillen, corresponding author of the study, on how oncologists’ communication supports cancer patients navigating online health information.
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Ankara’s Voice in Oncology: Dr. Erman Akkus on Research and Care
Dr. Erman Akkus, a promising young oncologist from Ankara, discusses his research, clinical experience, and insights on cancer care, prevention, and patient outcomes.
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Retrospective Study Shows Earlier Immunochemotherapy Improves Outcomes in Extensive-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer
We spoke with Dr. Yongchang Zhang, the corresponding author of the study “Overall survival according to time-of-day of immunochemotherapy for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.”
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Workflow Optimisation Improves Timely Delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) in a UK Cancer Centre
We spoke with the corresponding study author, Dr Shahid Gilani, a specialist doctor in clinical oncology at the University Hospital of North Midlands.
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Rare Case: Colorectal Cancer Spreads to the Urethra
A rare case of colorectal cancer metastasis to the urethra highlights the importance of investigating new urinary symptoms in cancer patients.
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Lung Cancer Patients Struggle with Information: 40% Affected
We spoke with Debra Montague, President of Lung Cancer Europe (LuCE), about gaps in information and understanding among lung cancer patients.
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Case Report: Primary HPV-Negative Vaginal Cancer
Primary HPV-negative vaginal cancer is extremely rare, with only 18,000 cases reported globally. This case report highlights the importance of timely biopsy.
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Our Most-Read Stories That Connect Science and Human Experience
From medicine and ethics to music, environment, and human resilience, these are the most-read Unknown Focus stories of 2025 and early 2026.
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European Youth Face Uneven Access to Innovative Cancer Therapies
The OCEAN project highlights disparities in pediatric cancer trial access across Europe—some countries lead, others have none.
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La voz de Ankara en oncología: el Dr. Erman Akkus sobre investigación y atención
El Dr. Erman Akkus, un joven oncólogo prometedor de Ankara, habla sobre su investigación, experiencia clínica y perspectivas sobre la atención del cáncer, la prevención y los resultados en los pacientes.
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Veterans Have Scientific Evidence Linking Agent Orange to Myelodysplastic Syndrome
We spoke with Dr. Mikkael Sekeres, Chief of Hematology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Rare Case: Fish Bone Mimicking Urachal Cancer
A swallowed fish bone migrated through the body and formed a mass that mimicked urachal cancer.
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