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Weight gain in men linked with risk of prostate cancer

Body mass in younger and older adulthood, and weight gain between these periods of life, may influence a man's risk for prostate cancer. This risk varies among different ethnic populations, according to results of a study in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

2 Sep 2009

Heidelberg neuropathologists detect astrocytomas that can deactivate the "death receptor"

Malignant brain tumors often fail to respond to promising new medication. Researchers in Heidelberg have discovered a mechanism and a tumor marker for the development of this resistance. A "death receptor" can possibly provide information as to how great the chances of success are for chemotherapy. At the same time, it offers a new approach for promising brain tumor therapy.

2 Sep 2009

White paper stresses the need for healthy living and prevention to be included in healthcare reform

Healthy living and pharmacy Expert and Commentator Marc Isaacson, CEO of Village Green Apothecary, the leading integrative pharmacy in the United States, announced today the release of their white paper, which provides a statistical analysis that explains why healthy living and prevention should be included, if not the focus of Healthcare Reform.

2 Sep 2009

Less-invasive, organ-sparing endoscopic therapy for treating early stages of esophageal cancer

Researchers have found that early stage cancers of the esophagus can be treated as effectively by less-invasive, organ-sparing endoscopic therapy as compared to more complex surgical removal of the esophagus, according to a Mayo Clinic study published in the September 2009 issue of Gastroenterology.

2 Sep 2009

Majority of women depend on family or friend's opinion to decide on breast cancer surgery

About three-quarters of women newly diagnosed with breast cancer have a friend or family member with them at their first visit with a surgeon. And that person plays a significant role in the patient's decision of what type of surgery to have, according to a new study from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center.

2 Sep 2009

New research on post-traumatic stress disorder to be presented at MHRF

New research on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is being presented this week at the Military Health Research Forum (MHRF), a scientific conference hosted by the Department of Defense (DOD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). Depending on the conflict in which they served, 10 to 30 percent of soldiers who have spent time in war zones experience the debilitating and life-altering symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

2 Sep 2009

Hexokinase 2 gene highly expressed in brain metastasis in breast cancer patients

Researchers at the National Cancer Institute have identified a gene that may play a role in breast cancer metastasis to the brain, according to a report in Molecular Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

2 Sep 2009

NF-kappa B inhibitors protect against toxicity during radiation treatment

Directly inhibiting the activity of a key protein mediator of inflammation reduced radiation toxicity in zebrafish embryos, and may ultimately be of help to patients receiving radiation therapy, according to researchers from the Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson.

2 Sep 2009

Statistics reveals that blacks experience higher rates of pancreatic cancer deaths than whites

Regardless of risk factors linked to pancreatic cancer, such as smoking and body mass index (BMI), blacks experienced higher rates of pancreatic cancer death than whites.

2 Sep 2009

AICC formed to provide access to the highest quality, integrated care to patients with cancer

A nationwide collection of multi-specialty physician group practices and industry partners have formed an informal coalition aimed at promoting and protecting the fundamental right of patients with cancer to access an integrated and comprehensive program of diagnosis, treatment, comfort and support of the highest quality.

2 Sep 2009

FDA: Earlier methods likely underestimated lead levels in lipsticks

A study by the Food and Drug Administration found lead in lipstick at levels much higher than those detected by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (CSC) in a 2007 study that received international attention.

2 Sep 2009

MammoSite ML radiation therapy system approved for breast cancer treatment

Hologic, Inc. (Hologic or the Company), a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women, today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared the Company's 510K application for the MammoSite((R)) ML radiation therapy system.

1 Sep 2009

Increased risk of ovarian cancer witnessed in women taking hormone therapy

Compared with women who have never taken hormone therapy, those who currently take it or who have taken it in the past are at increased risk of ovarian cancer, regardless of the duration of use, the formulation, estrogen dose, regimen or route of administration, according to a study in the July 15 issue of JAMA.

1 Sep 2009

New computer software capable of sifting through hundreds of cancer causing genetic mutations

Johns Hopkins engineers have devised innovative computer software that can sift through hundreds of genetic mutations and highlight the DNA changes that are most likely to promote cancer.

1 Sep 2009

Telephone counseling and referral service launched for ovarian cancer affected women

Women with ovarian cancer can now find immediate assistance to better cope with their diagnosis by calling 877-OV-HOPE-1 (877-684-6731), a new, free telephone counseling and referral service launched today by a unique partnership: L'Oreal Paris and its charitable partner, the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF), and CancerCare, a national non-profit which provides free counseling and education services to individuals and families affected by cancer.

1 Sep 2009

Altered gene network interaction plays an important role in brain tumors

The interaction between a network of altered genes appears to play an important role in the development and progression of brain tumors, according to a study in the July 15 issue of JAMA.

1 Sep 2009

Correlation between overweight, smoking and breast cancer discovered

A recent study published in the Journal of Cancer Epidemiology has reinforced the correlation between being overweight, smoking and breast cancer. What makes this study unique is how test subjects were not diagnosed for BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations, which predispose women to breast cancer.

1 Sep 2009

Circulating endothelial cells play a fundamental role in the development of cancer in children

Endothelial progenitor cells may play a role in the start and progression of metastatic disease in children with cancer, according to study results published in Clinical Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

1 Sep 2009

Brisk walking avoids obesity

Men and women who walk or ride a bike to work appear more fit, and men are less likely to be overweight or obese and have healthier triglyceride levels, blood pressure and insulin levels, according to a report in the July 13 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

1 Sep 2009

AAD urges Americans to remind grandparents to perform skin self-examination

Sunday, September 13, is National Grandparents Day, and the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) recommends that people lovingly remind their grandparents to perform a skin self-examination.

1 Sep 2009

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Weight gain in men linked with risk of prostate cancer

Heidelberg neuropathologists detect astrocytomas that can deactivate the "death receptor"

White paper stresses the need for healthy living and prevention to be included in healthcare reform

Less-invasive, organ-sparing endoscopic therapy for treating early stages of esophageal cancer

Majority of women depend on family or friend's opinion to decide on breast cancer surgery

New research on post-traumatic stress disorder to be presented at MHRF

Hexokinase 2 gene highly expressed in brain metastasis in breast cancer patients

NF-kappa B inhibitors protect against toxicity during radiation treatment

Statistics reveals that blacks experience higher rates of pancreatic cancer deaths than whites

AICC formed to provide access to the highest quality, integrated care to patients with cancer

FDA: Earlier methods likely underestimated lead levels in lipsticks

MammoSite ML radiation therapy system approved for breast cancer treatment

Increased risk of ovarian cancer witnessed in women taking hormone therapy

New computer software capable of sifting through hundreds of cancer causing genetic mutations

Telephone counseling and referral service launched for ovarian cancer affected women

Altered gene network interaction plays an important role in brain tumors

Correlation between overweight, smoking and breast cancer discovered

Circulating endothelial cells play a fundamental role in the development of cancer in children

Brisk walking avoids obesity

AAD urges Americans to remind grandparents to perform skin self-examination

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Transforming Cardiovascular Care: Insights from Mina Makar at AstraZeneca

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Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Understanding the DNA Damage Response in Innate Immunity eBook

Exploring the role of confocal-based high-content imaging in advancing core facilities

Transforming Cardiovascular Care: Insights from Mina Makar at AstraZeneca

Clue's CEO Rhiannon White on the Future of Femtech and PCOS

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