Cancer controversies

Yesterday saw some bold, but extremely misleading headlines about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) being “harmless”. This unfortunate statement flies in…

Cancer Research UK is deeply concerned for women’s health amid headlines that taking Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is safe.

We explore new research looking at how antioxidants and free radicals might affect the ability of melanoma cells to spread around the body.

When it comes to talking about cancer is one metaphor better than another?

Our response to misleading claims in the media about how we spend the money we raise

To mark World No Tobacco Day, we look at the illicit trade in tobacco, and how how the tobacco industry itself plays a role

Hoax emails about cancer risks and treatments are misleading and confusing, so don’t pass them on. Here are the facts behind the claims.

We take a cautious look at the latest trends in mobile technology. Do they really help us lead healthier lives?

We have become aware that scammers are tricking cancer patients and their families into handing over money for ‘cannabis oil’,…

We look at new research showing no link between dietary dioxins and breast cancer – but how does this fit into the wider debate on chemicals and cancer?