Cancer News and Research

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Cancer forces tens of thousands into poverty

A survey revealed today by Macmillan Cancer Relief shows that up to three-quarters of cancer patients suffer from financial hardship.

9 Nov 2004

Men with prostate cancer are being seen more quickly and receiving better care according to a britsih Government report

Men with prostate cancer are being seen more quickly and receiving better care according to a report launched today by Health Minister, Lord Warner at the National Prostate Cancer Conference.

9 Nov 2004

The human cost of passive smoking

In a stark BMA report, 'The Human Cost of Tobacco', published today, (9 November 2004), doctors chronicle individual stories behind the statistics to show how second-hand smoke destroys lives and health.

9 Nov 2004

Discovery of new gene that protects against lung cancer

Cancer Research UK scientists have discovered a new gene that protects against lung cancer, according to a study published in the journal PNAS.

9 Nov 2004

First ever study of parental role in children's cancer treatment

A team of Detroit-based researchers, led by a behavioral scientist from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, has launched a unique study to learn how parents can best help their children deal with painful procedures required for cancer treatment.

9 Nov 2004

Cranberry juice may help prevent gum disease

New research presented at a recent symposium suggests that cranberry juice may help prevent certain oral health problems, including diseases of the gums and teeth.

9 Nov 2004

Impaired cognitive and motor function following stem cell transplantation for severe blood disorders can improve

Patients who suffer a loss of cognitive and motor function as a result of stem cell transplantation for severe blood disorders are likely to see those functions return to previous levels after one year, according to a new study in the November 15, 2004, issue of Blood, the official journal of the American Society of Hematology.

8 Nov 2004

Western diet linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in women

The "Western" diet -- one especially high in red and processed meats and refined grain -- once again appears to be a culprit in women's health -- this time linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in women, according to a study released today in the November issue of Archives of Internal Medicine.

8 Nov 2004

Researchers have developed a new algorithm that can lead to more accurate detection of cancer genes

Researchers at New York University's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences have developed a new algorithm that can lead to more accurate detection of cancer genes than previous versions.

8 Nov 2004

New study to determine whether natural tomato oil may reverse or delay progression of prostate cancer

Lycopene, an antioxidant commonly found in tomatoes and tomato-based products, is commonly perceived to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer.

8 Nov 2004

Researchers have documented a novel form of resistance in leukemia cells to an anti-cancer drug

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Massey Cancer Center have documented a novel form of resistance in leukemia cells to an anti-cancer drug, which could help scientists develop new strategies for treating the disease.

8 Nov 2004

People active in their 50s and 60s about 35 percent less likely to die in the next eight years

A new study gives people in their 50s and 60s another reason to get off the couch and be physically active — especially if they have conditions or habits that endanger their hearts, like diabetes, high blood pressure or smoking.

8 Nov 2004

Researchers attempt to quantify processes underlying cell heterogeneity

Combining the latest methods in gene splicing and computer modeling, Rice University researchers are trying to develop a predictive framework for one of the most basic and complex biological phenomena — cellular heterogeneity, or the ability of genetic clones to act and behave differently when exposed to the same set of environmental stimuli.

8 Nov 2004

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Cancer forces tens of thousands into poverty

Men with prostate cancer are being seen more quickly and receiving better care according to a britsih Government report

The human cost of passive smoking

Discovery of new gene that protects against lung cancer

First ever study of parental role in children's cancer treatment

Cranberry juice may help prevent gum disease

Impaired cognitive and motor function following stem cell transplantation for severe blood disorders can improve

Western diet linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in women

Researchers have developed a new algorithm that can lead to more accurate detection of cancer genes

New study to determine whether natural tomato oil may reverse or delay progression of prostate cancer

Researchers have documented a novel form of resistance in leukemia cells to an anti-cancer drug

People active in their 50s and 60s about 35 percent less likely to die in the next eight years

Researchers attempt to quantify processes underlying cell heterogeneity

Technology to determine a patient's response to aspirin therapy taken to prevent heart attacks

Scientists enticed back to Australia to tackle major health challenges

Testosterone may impede immunity

Obesity could more than double an older woman's risk of acute myelogenous leukemia

Second successful human ovarian to arm transplant in the world

Tobacco may trigger pancreatic cancer

Regular smear tests rather than colposcopy is the best way of monitoring low-grade cervical lesions

Understanding the DNA Damage Response in Innate Immunity eBook

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Understanding the DNA Damage Response in Innate Immunity eBook

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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