July 2024
Former J-League player Hiroki Uchizono overcomes colon cancer to farm in his hometown.
From Soccer Player to Farmer, a New Challenge Former J-League soccer player Daiki Uchizono, who played for Kagoshima United FC and other teams, has overcome colon cancer and is now leading a second life as a farmer in his hometown of Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Career as a Soccer Player Mr. Uchizono began playing soccer […]
Chiba University discovers new therapeutic target for acute myeloid leukemia!
A New Breakthrough in Cancer Research? A research team from Chiba University Graduate School of Medicine has made a new discovery that may lead to a treatment for acute myeloid leukemia. The findings have been published in the scientific journal Nucleic Acids Research and have attracted a great deal of attention. The discovery was made […]
FamilyMart contributes to society through "Lemonade for Everyone" co-created with children with cancer.
Famima's Efforts to Support Children with Cancer FamilyMart, a major convenience store chain, is actively involved in supporting children with cancer. The "Lemonade for Everyone" project, launched last year, is a groundbreaking initiative in which children with cancer themselves are involved in product development, and a portion of the proceeds from the sales of these […]
National Cancer Center and Kyoto University Join Hands to Open New Chapter in Cancer Research
The National Cancer Center and Kyoto University have launched a comprehensive collaboration in cancer research and education. Through this collaboration, we aim to develop more rapid cancer treatments by leveraging the strengths of both institutions and seamlessly linking basic research to clinical research. Why is this collaboration attracting attention? At the forefront of cancer research: […]
Wacky, survivor of mid-pharyngeal cancer, but referring to the aftereffects, "I can only taste 50% of what I'm supposed to taste."
Wacky of the comedy duo Penalty talked nakedly about the aftereffects of the mid-pharyngeal cancer he suffered in 2020 on Hiroyuki Miyasako's YouTube channel. Wacky announced his mid-pharyngeal cancer in June 2020, and after undergoing radiation treatment and hospitalization, he resumed his activities in February 2021. Currently, she is suffering from the aftereffects of the […]
What is "PSA" in a medical checkup result? Explanation of its relationship to prostate cancer
A medical checkup is something you will undergo at least once every year. Many of you may see the item "PSA" in the results. What exactly does PSA stand for? In this issue, we will explain the PSA test in detail. What is PSA? PSA (prostate-specific antigen) is a type of enzyme produced in the […]
Genomic AI Opens the Door to the Future of Medicine [Fujitsu's Challenge].
In recent years, AI technology has undergone remarkable evolution and is revolutionizing various fields. Fujitsu has also been actively engaged in research and development of AI technology, and has achieved significant results, particularly in the field of "genomic AI. Genomic AI is a technology that combines whole genetic information (genome) and AI, and is expected […]
Lecture by Nobuko Akino, Actor: "100 Years of Life! How to face cancer"
Hints for Overcoming Cancer Treatment and Living Your Life Your Way On July 20, a public lecture entitled "How to Live with Cancer for 100 Years" was held at Aosa Prefectural Hall in Fukui City, co-sponsored by the Multidisciplinary Cancer Center, Fukui Saiseikai Hospital, and the Fukui Shimbun! How to Deal with Cancer" was held […]
Sumitomo Rubber and Osaka University collaborate on research!
Innovative Technology Aims for Radical Cure of Cancer July 19, 2024 - Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (President: Satoru Yamamoto) and a research group led by Professor Hirofumi Yamamoto of Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine announced today that they will promote joint research aimed at developing new treatments for cancer. The research aims to clarify […]
An educational video produced by Gunma Prefecture and TOKYO FM is now available.
Let's learn about HPV vaccine, an option to prevent cervical cancer TOKYO FM, in cooperation with Gunma Prefecture, has produced and released an animated video "Let's learn about HPV vaccine, a means to protect you" to raise awareness about cervical cancer prevention. Contents of the animation In this animation, a high school student and her […]