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Major breathrough in prostate cancer treatment

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer ultrasound scan Source: Getty

Researchers have made a major breakthrough in the treatment of prostate cancer by discovering tumours can be starved of the fuel they need to thrive.


An Australian study has found cancer cells in the prostate love fatty acids; but by blocking the supply, their growth can be cut in half.


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