Two new cancer drugs reimbursed for women with cancer
For patients with ovarian, fallopian tube, primary peritoneal, or endometrial cancer, two new cancer drugs are reimbursed – rucaparib and dostarlimab, the third…
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When cancer struck, 15-year-old Ben’s life stopped: The Kaukėnas Foundation gave him what he had dreamed of for many months
This year’s Velomarathon for the Rimantas Kaukėnas Support Fund became not only another beautiful sports celebration but also a meaningful day of togetherness. As every year, a large group of cyclists…
Cancer and nutrition: explained why perfect products are not as important as one essential goal
When diagnosed with cancer, people often want to fundamentally change their lifestyle – giving up sugar, dairy products, meat, trying fasting or various dietary supplements. However, the dietitian…
After many months spent in the oncology department with her son, Alina returns there with a different purpose: “Moms need it”
“Why me? Why my child? What happened here?” – questions that overwhelmed Alina Šiaulevičiūtė for more than a day after hearing that her child was seriously ill. “During these years…
Breakthrough in cancer treatment: personalized vaccine against melanoma recurrence – within reach
Personalized cancer vaccines – one step closer to reality.
Oncologists warn: one important question that must not be forgotten before starting treatment
Let’s be honest: a cancer diagnosis can take the breath away even from a true extrovert. It is a word that no one wants to hear, but unfortunately, more than a million new cases are diagnosed every year…
A touching gesture at the bike marathon: the greatest dream of 15-year-old Ben, who has cancer, will come true
On Sunday, August 23, the annual event bringing together cycling enthusiasts – Velomarathon – will take place in Vilnius. As every year, the Rimantas Kaukėnas Support Fund participates,…
„Merck“ and „Moderna“ announce promising skin cancer vaccine results
US pharmaceutical companies “Merck” and “Moderna” announced on Wednesday promising results from an experimental melanoma vaccine study that may pave the way for its…
Do you drink this beverage daily? A new study revealed an unexpected link to stomach cancer
A daily sip of a refreshing drink can cost more than you think – a new scientific study reveals an unexpected link between a popular habit and one of the most dangerous cancers…
For cancer patients – not only sickness benefits: what other financial guarantees and reliefs are available?
A sergeant with cancer may be entitled to a sickness benefit during temporary incapacity for work, a disability pension, social assistance granted by the municipality, and upon determination of individual assistance or other…