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  1. Press Release: Prostate cancer NICE decision 'makes no sense'

    2 Feb 2012

    Cancer Research UK is urging a solution to the impasse over the advanced prostate cancer drug abiraterone, which has been turned down by NICE.

  2. News story: Large study confirms benefits of exercise for some cancer patients

    1 Feb 2012

    Physical activity, when appropriate, can improve patients' health and quality of life after they finish treatment, according to large analysis of over 30 studies of exercise and cancer, published in the BMJ.

  3. News story: Research backs benefits of new bowel cancer test

    31 Jan 2012

    A test being introduced by the Government is effective at detecting bowel cancer, a US study has confirmed.

  4. News story: Studies shine light on genetics of childhood brain tumours

    30 Jan 2012

    New studies have found genes linked to two types of aggressive childhood brain tumour, and could aid the development of effective treatments.

  5. News story: Government launches bowel cancer campaign

    30 Jan 2012

    The Government has today launched a new campaign to help people spot the warning signs of bowel cancer.