Cancer Treatment

Breakthrough in the treatment of pancreatic cancer: Targeting the tumor in an unconventional way

New research finds a new strategy for treating a deadly cancer by combining existing drugs to indirectly weaken tumor growth, with potential implications for other cancers.

Breakthrough in the treatment of pancreatic cancer
Breakthrough in the treatment of pancreatic cancer

Late-stage trial finds a new pill extends survival for people with pancreatic cancer

James Van Der Beek attends a premiere in Hollywood, May 14, 2025; illustrative.

The causes of rising colon cancer, the disease that caused James Van Der Beek's death - explainer

James Van Der Beek at 76th Golden Globe Awards, taken January 6, 2019.

Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after battle with cancer


Leading Cancer institute Dana-Farber to partner with OncoHost for groundbreaking cancer study

Pioneering Kidney Cancer Study Seeks to Improve Treatment Outcomes through Precision Medicine

 A magnification micrograph of a clear cell renal cell carcinoma.

Gamida Cell has a second chance to be an Israeli success story

TECH TALK | No one loves needing to ask for a helping hand, but when potentially life-saving technology is at stake, some extra measures must be taken. 


Researchers link disturbances in metal to memory

“We discovered that certain metals binding within the matrix can alter its structure, forming complexes that serve as the fundamental units of memory," researchers wrote.

 An illustrative image of a brain.

Israeli researchers measure interaction between immune cells and cancer cells

A new technology developed at Bar-Ilan University will help oncologists and other medical professionals to determine the best way to treat patients.

 Photo (left to right): Tal Goldberg, Dr. Shahar Alon, Michal Danino, Prof. Gonen Singer

Coping with cancer in war time is another battle for children - opinion

All of our fighters need our help, but let’s not forget those among us who are fighting day in and day out, in peacetime and now even in war, against a bitter enemy that can strike anyone, anytime.

 CHILDREN WITH cancer participate in a seven-day journey away from their hospitals.

Beersheba team creates treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread in the body

The developed technology was recently licensed to a biomedical company (Vaxil Biotherapeutics) for further clinical development.

 Prof. Ayelet David's lab team (from right to left): Marie Rütter, Yvonne Ventura, Nenad Milošević and Valeria Feinstein.

Israeli researchers reach bone metastasis breakthrough for breast cancer patients

Groundbreaking study at Tel Aviv University: Existing drugs may hinder the development of bone metastasis in breast cancer patients

 Prof. Neta Erez

Children of cancer patients find support through young-adult buddy system

“If I can make something beautiful out of something that’s not beautiful, I want to do that.”

 Students at Northwestern University held a Pink Day event in February 2024 to raise awareness of breast and ovarian cancer.

Chronic stress can cause cancer spread - study

Cancer patients, especially, have many sources of severe stress, including worrying about their prognosis and enduring weeks of therapy. 

 Stress (illustrative).

The "Champions of the World" association helps children beat cancer

A child's battle with cancer inspires the "Champions of the World" association to help over 40 children overcome the disease. Join us in supporting their fight for a brighter future.

 The "Champions of the World" association helps children beat cancer