Scientists investigating new treatments for chronic pain in cancer survivors
New treatments that could help tackle chronic pain experienced by thousands of childhood cancer survivors are being investigated by scientists in the UK.Around eight out of 10 children survive their cancer for 10 years or more, figures suggest, but more than half of them report delayed and ongoing pain in adulthood.This is because cancer treatments such as chemotherapy in early life can damage nerve cells in the body that detect pain, altering how pain is perceived as the patient grows into adulthood, Dr Richard Hulse, of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), said.Ongoing pain post-treatment is a significant problem in children...
Courage, hope, and strength: 10,000 supporters attend Staten Island breast cancer walk (200 photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Thousands braved chilly morning temperatures on Sunday as survivors and supporters wore pink while participating in the Making Strides of Staten Island Breast Cancer Walk. The event kicked off at 8 a.m. at Midland Beach, where there was entertainment, food, and various vendors and organizations...