Cancer

Netanyahu's diganosis: Could prime minister's cancer return? - explainer

Adenocarcinoma, the form of cancer Netanyahu was treated for, is the most common type of tumor that can be found in the prostate, developing within the glandular cells that produce fluids.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a ceremony marking Holocaust Remembrance Day at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, April 14, 2026.

Netanyahu declared cancer-free after hiding diagnosis during Iran war

Netanyahu said the report was delayed for two months to avoid giving Iran an opportunity to exploit his medical condition for propaganda during the war.

|ByAMICHAI STEIN, TOBIAS SIEGAL
Breakthrough in the treatment of pancreatic cancer

Breakthrough in the treatment of pancreatic cancer: Targeting the tumor in an unconventional way

New research finds a new strategy for treating a deadly cancer by combining existing drugs to indirectly weaken tumor growth, with potential implications for other cancers.

|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
Cancer Cell Spread and oncology or Malignant Cancerous Growth and Metastasis anatomy concept as growing tumor cells and Malignancy disease spreading metastasized as a 3D illustration.

New Israeli-led AI model to predict chemotherapy benefit in breast cancer

Technion researchers part of international study that validates fast, accessible alternative to genomic tests using routine pathology samples.

|ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

Study reveals alarming rise in appendix cancer among Millennials and Generation X

Rates of appendiceal adenocarcinoma have quadrupled among people born in 1985 compared to those born in 1945.

JUNE 10, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Study reveals alarming rise in appendix cancer among Millennials and Generation X. Illustartion.

Now’s the time for the Jewish people to say thanks to Joe Biden - opinion

US President Joe Biden saved us from disaster following October 7. He looked our predators in the eye, said “don’t,” and they thought twice.

JUNE 10, 2025ByMICHAEL J. DOLGIN
US President Joe Biden delivers his farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on January 15, 2025.

Philadelphia TV Host Learns He Has Skin Cancer Live on Air

FOX29’s Mike Jerrick receives basal cell carcinoma diagnosis during broadcast.

JUNE 8, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A dermatologist examines the skin of a patient.

Jessie J opens up to fans about new breast cancer diagnosis

The Price Tag singer, whose real name is Jessica Cornish, was first diagnosed two months ago after spending a period of time “in and out of tests.”

JUNE 4, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Jessie J poses as she arrives for the Brit Awards at the O2 Arena in London, Britain, February 11, 2023.

Words matter: How we speak about cancer can hinder healing - opinion

"Nearly every conversation – be it in person, via WhatsApp, or other types of Internet communication – is not really about me. It’s about consoling you."

JUNE 1, 2025ByBRIAN BLUM
Blocks spelling out "its all about me/you"

Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer

Experts call for international limits on the number of children per sperm donor and better tracking systems.

MAY 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer. Illustration.

Joe Biden's rise and fall: Political and personal tragedy with cancer diagnosis – opinion

MIDDLE ISRAEL: US President Joe Biden's formal departure from politics marks the end of a bygone era in US politics.

MAY 23, 2025ByAMOTZ ASA-EL
FORMER US president Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden pose for a selfie photo, in a handout picture released on Monday.

Oxford study finds 9,000 daily steps cut cancer risk by 16%

While brisk walking is usually associated with better health outcomes, the study found that the number of steps is more important than walking speed in reducing cancer risk.

MAY 19, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Oxford study finds 9,000 daily steps cut cancer risk by 16%.

Everything you need to know about prostate cancer after Joe Biden's diagnosis - explainer

Former US president Joe Biden was just diagnosed with prostate cancer. What is the condition, how is it diagnosed and how can it be treated?

MAY 19, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden looks on during a cabinet meeting inside the West Wing of the White House in September. Biden must not continue with the Obama policy of appeasing Iran and turning a blind eye to its terrorist proxies, the writers warn.

Former US pres. Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer

The cancer is characterized by a Gleason score of 9, the former president's office confirmed.

MAY 18, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden speaks during a dinner with US service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving in New York.