Let's Talk Cancer

The future of oncology: new technologies and tailored treatment

The past few decades have witnessed significant strides in how cancer is detected, diagnosed and treated, leading to a noticeable decrease in mortality rates in many countries.These improvements are largely due to new discoveries about…

Protecting youth from tobacco industry interference

Around 8 million people die because of tobacco consumption every single year, leading the tobacco industry to search for new users. Increasingly, it is targeting youth in the hope of hooking a new generation to tobacco products and creating lifelo…

The King of Chemo: the luckiest unlucky man

Diagnosed with Stage 3 brain cancer and given a few years to live, Iain Ward has made it his life goal to break the world record for the most money raised for charity running a marathon. Listen to his unique story of purpose and perseveranc…

Understanding the latest global trends in cancer control

WHO has released new global cancer figures, showing stark inequities in preventing and treating cancer, with rising numbers of cases and cancer-related deaths expected to affect the countries least equipped to cope.In this episode of "L…

The power of patient voices to transform cancer care

James Auste's experience with a brain tumour and inadequate treatment options in the Philippines inspired the creation of Cancer Warriors Philippines to support those unable to afford care. As CEO of the organisaiton, his mother Carmen Auste conti…

Love and loss: how to support those with terminal cancer and their families?

When Soma Ghosh was diagnosed with cancer in August 2016, she was 41 years old and given just 6 months to live by one of India’s leading oncologists. Her family moved countries - from India to the United States in search of the best treatment in t…

Superbugs and drug resistance: a threat to humanity

Drug resistance is one of the most serious health threats facing humanity. Bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites are learning more and more to resist the medicines that are meant to kill them. These 'superbugs' can spread easily, increasing…

Medicine and misuse: navigating the pain relief divide

Millions of people around the world are living and dying in terrible and preventable pain.Pain is unfortunately a common symptom in many types of cancer, or a side effect of cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. However, …

Oncology in Orbit: cancer research in zero gravity

Space offers unique opportunities for scientific exploration, including cancer research. Dr Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut, and Dr Catriona Jamieson, Director of Sanford Stem Cell Institute, join us to discuss the “Cancer in low-…

Universal health coverage & cancer care

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) plays a fundamental role in ensuring equitable access to healthcare, and providing comprehensive and affordable cancer services.It aims to guarantee that everyone who needs health services can access…