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Salmond urged over cancer drugs Scottish cancer sufferers are being...

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 8:23pm CDT

Scottish cancer sufferers are being denied access to drugs available to English patients, according to new research.

How you can help yourself and others battle breast cancer

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 6:17pm CDT

For some things in life, that old adage "the sooner the better" not only applies, it can be life altering.

Catherine Zeta-Jones: Michael Douglas's Cancer Treatment Nearly Done

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 2:08pm CDT

Catherine Zeta-Jones says husband Michael Douglas is "doing very well" in his fight against cancer .

Compound Discovered In Florida Keys Shows Early Promise As Colon Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 10:03am CDT

A chemical compound made from a type of bacteria discovered in the Florida Keys by a University of Florida pharmacy researcher has shown effectiveness in fighting colon cancer in preclinical experiments.

Hungry Howie's goes pink to help fight breast cancer

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 10:03am CDT

According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 207,090 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed among U.S. women in 2010.

Research Verifies Traditional Chinese Medicine Breakthrough for Mainstream Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 5:59am CDT

National Foundation for Cancer Research scientist Yung-Chi Cheng , the Bronson Professor of Pharmacology at Yale University , has shown through phase I and phase II clinical trials that a formula comprised of four ancient Chinese herbs - collectively known as PHY906 - when used in conjunction with chemotherapy reduces the unpleasant ...

Yellow Checker Cab Goes 'Pink' for Breast Cancer

Posted: September 30th, 2010, 1:54am CDT

Yellow Checker Cab of San Jose is pleased to announce that, in a first-ever campaign, it will wrap five of its affiliated taxicabs in pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Baby hope after womb cancer

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 9:29pm CDT

The a oecontraceptive coil raises hope of delaying womb cancera , reported the BBC.

Hormone blockers before surgery can help breast cancer patients avoid mastectomy

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 8:24pm CDT

Taking hormone - blocking pills for a few months before breast cancer surgery can shrink tumours and allow many women to have just the lump removed instead of the whole breast, a new study suggests.

Struggling to pay: Breast cancer treatment bills stack up for uninsured

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 6:15pm CDT

Shortly after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003, 51-year-old Alicia Torres began making plans for her treatment.

Johnson County Cancer Support Group fundraiser

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 2:05pm CDT

The Johnson County Cancer Support Group will be having a fund-raising event this Saturday, October 2nd at Roan Creek Baptist Church.

Personal cost of cancer treatment tough financially, poll finds

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 9:56am CDT

Most Canadians say that if they were diagnosed with cancer, the out-of-pocket cost of treating the disease would be a negative drain on their personal finances, with more than half calling it a "major" impact once the prices of newer drugs were factored in.

Young Farmers get plastered for breast cancer

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 6:41am CDT

Wednesday, 29 September 2010, 4:36 pm Press Release: Rural Women New Zealand A few of the Wellington Young Farmers who 'got plastered' for breast cancer, from left to right Susannah, Erica van Reenen , Rebecca Barclay and Kirsty Dickins.

Eli Lilly powers up its NYC cancer research center

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 2:37am CDT

When it comes to finding new breakthroughs for cancer, it just might matter where you hang your shingle.

Scientists Detect Unique Marker for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Posted: September 29th, 2010, 12:22am CDT

In an effort to improve the prognosis of patients battling triple-negative breast cancer, scientists have identified a unique biomarker that may eventually allow some to receive a more targeted treatment.

Humor sustaining Hillsborough breast cancer survivor

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 8:12pm CDT

When Pat Curran's father died of a rare form of cancer, a gastrointestinal stromal tumor, or GIST, in July 2009, she heard a little voice tell her to go get a mammogram.

Cancera s stories

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 6:02pm CDT

A cancer patient receives chemotherapy treatment in a file photo. Radiation oncologist Dr.

Viagra Could Also Be Used to Treat Prostate Cancer

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 1:57pm CDT

Viagra may do a lot more than just help men out in the bedroom. Researchers have shown the little blue pill, in combination with a powerful anti-cancer drug, can effectively treat prostate cancer.

Curry spice hope for cancer sufferers

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 1:57pm CDT

A common ingredient in curry could help target chemotherapy-resistant cancer cells, scientists from Leicester have said.

1010 WINS' Phil Pilato Chronicles Breast Cancer Battle

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 1:57pm CDT

The doctors at Sloan-Kettering had told me I would be able to get a time for the daily radiation treatments within a three-hour block - I had picked between 8 am and 11 am.

Exercise: A dose of good medicine?

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 11:53am CDT

Lisa LaCloche, left; Kelly Anderson, second from left; and other rowers move a boat to the Chicago River for rowing team practice on Monday.

Cancer treatment waiting time met Almost 98% of cancer patients...

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 7:43am CDT

Almost 98% of cancer patients receive treatment within a month of a decision being made on how to fight their disease, new figures have revealed.

Cancer treatment waiting time met

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 7:43am CDT

Almost 98% of cancer patients receive treatment within a month of a decision being made on how to fight their disease, new figures have revealed.

Cancer appraisal

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 6:38am CDT

Millions of people now survive cancer, thanks to better detection and treatment.

$93,000 cancer drug: How much is a life worth?

Posted: September 28th, 2010, 3:33am CDT

Cancer patients, brace yourselves. Many new drug treatments cost nearly $100,000 a year, sparking fresh debate about how much a few months more of life is worth.

Lakewood police chief returns after cancer treatments

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 11:29pm CDT

Lakewood Police Chief Bret Farrar has returned to work 60 pounds lighter, his brown-and-gray hair slowly returning and, medical tests show, cancer free.

Clinical Trial for Lymphoma Treatment Called a Success

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 7:14pm CDT

A last-ditch treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma has succeeded in a clinical trial, the drug's developer, Seattle Genetics, announced Monday.

Breast cancer rates fell with hormone therapy drop

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 3:03pm CDT

Breast cancer rates among postmenopausal women in Canada dropped nearly 10 percent after news of a big study in 2002 that found taking hormone replacement therapy could increase breast cancer risk, researchers said Thursday.

Men Advised To Get Screened For Breast Cancer

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 10:48am CDT

Most men know that at some point they'll be screened for prostate cancer. But now doctors say that it's also important for men to get routine breast exams.

Men Advised To Get Screened For Breast Cancer

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 10:48am CDT

Most men know that at some point they'll be screened for prostate cancer. But now doctors say that it's also important for men to get routine breast exams.

Inhibiting cell signaling pathway may improve bone marrow transplant success rate

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 6:43am CDT

In a bed-side to bench approach, researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center report Sept.

New cancer drugs are costly

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 2:34am CDT

Cancer patients, brace yourselves. Many new drug treatments cost nearly $100,000 a year.

New cancer drug costs $93,000 a year

Posted: September 27th, 2010, 12:24am CDT

Cancer patients, brace yourselves. Many new drug treatments cost nearly $100,000 a year, sparking fresh debate about how much a few months more of life is worth.

Provenge, Cancer Drug, Costs $93,000: Sky High Drug Prices Impact Life-Or-Death Decisions

Posted: September 26th, 2010, 8:19pm CDT

In this Aug. 16, 2010 photo, patient Bob Svensson is hooked up to a blood infusion machine under the care of Nancy Grant, a registered nurse at the American Red Cross in Dedham, Mass., as he undergoes a $93,000 prostate cancer treatment.

Cops for Cancer blasts through Squamish

Posted: September 26th, 2010, 4:20pm CDT

John Bone and Warren Lemcke relax at the Shaker Church in Squamish during the Cops for Cancer campaign on Saturday .

Dr. Nalini Chilkov: One Woman's Story: Saying No to Conventional Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 26th, 2010, 12:10pm CDT

What would you do if you were diagnosed with breast cancer during your first pregnancy at the age of 27? A few months ago I received a book in the mail with the inscription "This all began with you..." " YOU DID WHAT?: Saying No to Conventional Cancer Treatment " is a book written by Hollie and Patrick Quinn about navigating through the shock and ...

County Cancer Services Program rece.....

Posted: September 26th, 2010, 7:51am CDT

The Western New York Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has awarded a $4,650 grant to the Cancer Services Program of Chautauqua County to increase awareness about breast cancer and the need for regular screenings to detect breast cancer in its earliest,treatable stage.

New drug could tackle hard-to-treat form of breast cancer

Posted: September 26th, 2010, 3:41am CDT

The drug, known as BSI-201, could help tackle the hard-to-treat form of breast cancer.

Tennis Tournament Raises Money for Cancer

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 11:31pm CDT

This was the eighth annual tournament, and organizers estimate that about 180 women took part.

Laps for Life Raises Money for Cancer Research

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 7:22pm CDT

Fundraisers for Cancer Research and Awareness are not uncommon, however the Laps For Life, in Ashton was unique, as its organizer hasn't even graduated High School, she is 16 year old Katie Ellis, and when her Paw-paw passed away after a battle with Prostate Cancer she wanted to fight back.

Northgate freshman wins Putting on Glitz, $1,000 first place prize

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 3:12pm CDT

Some of the talent in Coweta County was showcased Thursday night at the finals of the Putting on the Glitz competition.

Legacy Beads Program Gives Pediatric Patients A Way To Cope With Treatment

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 11:03am CDT

Main Category: Pediatrics / Children's Health Also Included In: Anxiety / Stress Through the Legacy Beads Program at St.

Valley group provides cancer treatment to the uninsured

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 6:57am CDT

FOR THE UN-INSURED: WITH CANCER ITS OFTEN THOUGHT OF: AS A DEATH SENTENCE. ABC-15'S JODIE HEISNER EXPLAINS: ONE VALLEY GROUP IS HELPING TO CHANGE THAT ONE PATIENT AT A TIME.

$93,000 cancer drug: How much is a life worth?

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 2:57am CDT

Cancer patients, brace yourselves. Many new drug treatments cost nearly $100,000 a year, sparking fresh debate about how much a few months more of life is worth.

Cancer patients struggle to survive the disease

Posted: September 25th, 2010, 12:58am CDT

Most cancers can be prevented and even cured if detected early and treatment made available.

ADHD drug benefits child cancer survivors

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 8:48pm CDT

Children who develop problems with memory, attention and behavior after cancer treatment may gain some long-term benefit from a medication commonly used for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder , a small clinical trial suggests.

Sex problems common after breast cancer

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 4:41pm CDT

In a study of about 1,000 women treated for breast cancer , nearly three-quarters of those younger than 70 who had a partner reported sexual difficulties, such as loss of desire or reduced sexual activity, two years after diagnosis.

Leading Journal Turns Up the Heat on Cutting-Edge Breast Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 2:36pm CDT

The Journal's Publisher, Informa Healthcare, is Donating Money to Charity on Behalf of Every Free Article Download* From the Special Issue.

As science unlocks secrets, cancer rates fall

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 12:37pm CDT

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases on the planet, and the second leading cause of death in the United States.

Most breast cancer survivors face sexual problems

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 11:32am CDT

After battling breast cancer, survivors face another challenge: problems in the bedroom.

Look Good...Feel Better Program Helps Cancer Patients Cope With Changing Appearance

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 10:22am CDT

The American Cancer Society, in conjunction with Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center, will hold a free program called Look Gooda Feel Better offered to cancer patients in the Lincoln area.

Coleen Nolan - Cancer-Stricken Nolan 'Suffering Nasty Side Effects' from Chemo

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 6:07am CDT

COLEEN NOLAN is proud of her sister BERNIE's positive attitude during her cancer treatment - because she's been suffering "a lot of nasty side effects" from chemotherapy.

Most breast cancer survivors find sex difficult

Posted: September 24th, 2010, 1:56am CDT

For some women who've had breast cancer, life after treatment can be just as challenging as life was during treatment.

Breast cancer rates fell with hormone therapy drop

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 11:56pm CDT

Breast cancer rates among postmenopausal women in Canada dropped nearly 10 percent after news of a big study in 2002 that found taking hormone replacement therapy could increase breast cancer risk, researchers said on Thursday.

Clinical trials explore new ways of treating cancer

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 9:51pm CDT

It seems that cancer touches everyone's lives, whether they develop the disease themselves or whether a loved one is diagnosed.

Survival Rate of Breast Cancer

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 5:47pm CDT

The survival rate of breast cancer is dependent upon several factors which vary for every individual patient.

Soon, nose drops to treat brain cancer

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 1:32pm CDT

Scientists have reported the development and testing of a drug that could treat brain cancer , and can be given as nose drops rather than an injection .

Sexual problems the norm for breast cancer survivors

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 9:17am CDT

Many middle-aged women report sexual problems, including a loss of libido and a less-than-satisfying sex life.

Photography project gives women battling cancer a chance to feel beautiful

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 9:17am CDT

Channon Mason lost 50 pounds last year. It didn't just make her healthier. It saved her life.

Builders selected for cancer hospital

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 7:08am CDT

A panel of economists a ' the National Bureau of Economic Research a ' reported this week that the U.S. recession ended in June 2009.

Air Beauty Bar at Redmond Town Center offers safe, sunless, 'airbrushed' glow

Posted: September 23rd, 2010, 2:53am CDT

We wish we all could be California girls a ' or at least look like them. Yet, as documented by The Skin Cancer Foundation , tanning can lead to premature aging of the skin or skin cancer.

P&G, Target think pink for breast cancer awareness

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 10:47pm CDT

CINCINNATI Procter & Gamble will sell limited-edition "pink" products at Target and will distribute a special edition of its BrandSaver coupon booklet to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Mammograms' impact on breast-cancer deaths is small, study says

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 9:47pm CDT

The findings add more fire to the heated debate over the benefits of breast screening, one that continues to divide medical experts and confuse many female patients.

Marlboro family unites for cancer fight

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 5:37pm CDT

It's the kind of question no mother wants her child to have to ask. Snuggled in Dena Sherwood's bed Monday morning in the family's Marlboro home, her 3-year-old son, William, wanted to know: " parents live and kids die?" It made sense to William, "Billy" to friends and family: In the past two weeks, he's lost two young friends to neuroblastoma, a ...

1010 WINSa Staffer Chronicles Breast Cancer Battle

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 1:33pm CDT

After a mastectomy, five months of chemo, dealing with my mothera s illness, and working full-time - I think I could safely say I coulda ve used a rest - but alas it was not to be.

Cancer Survivor Sings Song Of Victory

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 1:33pm CDT

Brenda Mosley of Osawatomie has spent much of the year undergoing grueling chemotherapy treatments in a fight to defeat the cancer attacking her body.

Two-time Breast Cancer Survivor Helps Women Regain Their Lives After Treatment

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 12:31pm CDT

Gina Maisano hasn't just survived breast cancer once; she's survived it twice. "If I wasn't screened at age 35, I wouldn't have found my very aggressive breast cancer, and I wouldn't be here talking to you," said Maisano of Port Washington.

Why cancer patients don't want to eat

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 12:31pm CDT

Every weekday, a CNNHealth expert doctor answers a viewer question. On Wednesdays, it's Dr.

Stress Before Cancer Therapy Could Help Deadly Cells Survive Treatment

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 9:26am CDT

Patients who experience physical or psychological stress including rigorous exercise one or two days before a cancer treatment might be unknowingly sabotaging their therapy, new research suggests.

Dartmouth wins $13 M to help fight cancer

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 7:22am CDT

Doctors at Dartmouth College have been awarded nearly $13 million from the National Cancer Institute.

Network aids prostate cancer fight

Posted: September 22nd, 2010, 3:12am CDT

The newly formed local chapter of Us TOO International Prostate Cancer Education & Support Network is the latest weapon in Advanced Urology Associates' war against prostate cancer.

Help Victoria Fundraiser- Medical relief for Pediatric Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 11:07pm CDT

If you are a parent, brother, sister, son, or daughter, it is likely sometime in your life you have personally been affected by cancer.

The fight against oral cancer

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 6:53pm CDT

David Hastings really wants to talk to Michael Douglas. The Gulfport, Fla., man needs just a few minutes to tell the actor what he's in for.

Phoenix landmark Tom's Tavern could possibly close

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 5:48pm CDT

The sagging economy and construction in downtown Phoenix have been big challenges to Michael Ratner's restaurant.

Dr. Susan Love Writes With Optimism About Breast Cancer

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 1:33pm CDT

I have the third edition of Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book - it's dog-eared, flagged with sticky notes, stuffed with bookmarks, and a little rumpled.

Women make wraps to aid breast cancer project

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 12:29pm CDT

Robyn Miles / Daily News Sherry Callaway, left, and Cheryl Bailey make up neck wraps the two friends are selling.

Government pledges 9m to increase cancer awareness

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 8:29am CDT

Campaigns will aim to alert people to early signs of bowel, breast and lung cancer, which could save up to 10,000 lives a year Press Association guardian.co.uk , New campaigns aimed at alerting people to signs of cancer will be backed by A 9m of funding, the government announced today.

Program pairs cancer patients with cancer survivors

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 5:29am CDT

Ruth Irons walks through the oncology ward of Richmond University Medical Center in West Brighton, chatting with patients - some who are newly diagnosed with cancer - and offering support, information and a smile.

Defiant Douglas walks red carpet at 'Wall Street 2' premiere

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 1:14am CDT

Shia LaBeouf, Michael Douglas, and Carey Mulligan attend the 'Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps' premiere at the Ziegfeld Theatre on September 20, 2010 in New York City.

Breast cancer treatment questioned

Posted: September 21st, 2010, 1:14am CDT

Some breast cancer patients may do just as well with less invasive surgery to remove selected lymph nodes rather than the aggressive operation normally used to remove them all, a new study says.

ProNAi Therapeutics, of Kalamazoo, starts testing cancer drug on people

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 9:05pm CDT

A Kalamazoo drug development company has started testing a potential cancer treatment on people with tumors.

Anchorage, Seward rowers win, fight breast cancer at Seattlea s Row for the Cure

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 4:56pm CDT

" Rowers from the Anchorage Rowing Association and Seward's Kenai Crewsers Rowing Club combined for three wins and finished among the top three rowing clubs in the Northwest in fundraising at the 11th annual Row for the Cure regatta, Sunday on Seattle's Lake Union.

Cancer setback for Spartacus star

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 3:55pm CDT

It has been announced that Andy Whitfield, the star of 'Spartacus: Blood and Sand', will not return for the second series because he must begin immediate treatment for cancer.

Sears Ride is helping kids with cancer

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 11:46am CDT

With the recent passing of a local boy with cancer, it was no surprise to see the overwhelming support at the Sears National Kids Cancer Ride event in Woodstock Saturday This year, they were riding for Jacob Hagen-Johnson. They were riding for Nick Van Dyk.

Fair holds bake off against cancer

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 7:36am CDT

Michael Norris / Amarillo Globe- One of the entries into the Bake for the Cure contest during the Tri-State Fair Sunday was the Sweet Jalapeno Bread with Spicy Lime Butter.

Taking down cancer

Posted: September 20th, 2010, 3:27am CDT

The cancerous tumor in Beth Smith's intestine may have spread to her liver, but for every inch the deadly virus gained in her organs, Smith's family and friends mounted a counterattack twice as strong.

Genome-Wide Association Study Finds Four Possible Risk Factors For Ovarian Cancer

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 11:17pm CDT

In the future, women at greatest risk due to these and other inherited changes may be offered increased surveillance or preventive measures.

Exercise and weight loss identified as key to lowering breast cancer rates

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 7:02pm CDT

Health Correspondent Thousands of cases of breast cancer could be prevented in future if women take action to exercise more and lose weight, according to an expert leading a major study into the disease.

Former Carmel Elementary teacher shares her cancer fight

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 2:58pm CDT

A longtime teacher, Pam Otten now works part time as an instructional aide at Orchard Park School.

A Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation benefit will start at 2...

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 12:53pm CDT

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PCF Encouraged By Introduction Of New Prostate Cancer Legislation

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 11:48am CDT

Main Category: Prostate / Prostate Cancer Also Included In: Cancer / Oncology Article Date: 19 Sep 2010 As hundreds of prostate cancer researchers, advocates and supporters Advance on Washington this week and push for more progress in fighting the disease, the Prostate Cancer Foundation applauds the prostate cancer legislation introduced on Tuesday ...

NYT: New drugs stir debate on clinical trials

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 7:39am CDT

Growing up in California's rural Central Valley, the two cousins spent summers racing dirt bikes and Christmases at their grandmother's on the coast.

Study takes a new look at breast cancer treatment

Posted: September 19th, 2010, 3:29am CDT

One size doesna t fit all, even in cancer treatment. A research study at the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare is looking into what breast cancer is really made of.

Tulsa Woman Shares Her Ovarian Cancer Survival Story

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 11:19pm CDT

Charlotte Johnson's doctor told her she only had six weeks to live. Through aggressive treatment and a lot of faith, Johnson has been cancer free for 14 years.

Thibodaux hospital workers dance to fight breast cancer

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 9:10pm CDT

Thibodaux Regional Medical Center staff members are donning pink medical gloves and dancing on the Internet to promote breast-cancer awareness and help raise money to provide mammograms for women.

Natural Breast Cancer Treatment Options - Saving Breasts, Saving Lives

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 5:05pm CDT

Cora Wallace was 37 when she discovered a lump in her right breast. She was newly divorced, raising two children, and was scared to death.

Spartacus Star Andy Whitfield Leaves Show After Cancer Recurrence

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 12:55pm CDT

Andy Whitfield has dropped out of Spartacus: Blood and Sand 's second season to continue cancer treatment, Starz announced late Friday.

Climb for a Cure for cancer

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 9:45am CDT

A charity climb this weekend, in memory of local children who have lost their lives to cancer, will support another teen who recently was diagnosed with the disease.

Dog Mouth Cancer: Can Mouth Cancer In Dogs Be Treated?

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 5:41am CDT

Dog mouth cancer accounts for up to 7% of malignant tumors in dogs. In this article, we'll take a look at the most common types of mouth cancer in dogs, along with the diagnosis of and prognosis for dog oral cancer... Dog mouth cancer accounts for up to 7% of malignant tumors in dogs.

Small strides being made in ovarian cancer treatment

Posted: September 18th, 2010, 3:36am CDT

It was just weeks before Charlotte Olsson's 58th birthday when she started having problems she knew weren't normal.

Glaxo kidney cancer drug shrinks thyroid tumors: study

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 11:31pm CDT

In a small study, GlaxoSmithKline's cancer drug Votrient helped shrink tumors in nearly half of patients with an advanced form of thyroid cancer, U.S. and international researchers said on Friday.

FDA Delays Ruling On Avastin's Use In Advanced Breast Cancer

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 10:32pm CDT

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Friday delayed a decision involving the use of Roche Holding AG 's top-selling cancer drug Avastin in advanced breast cancer.

Mont.-Floyd library receives donation

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 6:21pm CDT

Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library was awarded a $400 donation from the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation to support breast cancer awareness in Montgomery and Floyd Counties.

Sex problems vex men long after prostate surgery

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 4:17pm CDT

Prostate surgery is pictured in a file photo. The findings suggest that while men may get used to incontinence and other urinary problems after surgery, sexual function is so important to them that adapting to a lower level of functioning is more difficult, Dr.

Tamoxifen: Useful breast cancer treatment

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 3:17pm CDT

Regardless of a woman's family history, the anti-estrogen hormone treatment can be used to help prevent cancer from coming back in the same area after a tumor has been removed, as well as decrease the risk of cancer developing in other tissue.

Cancer book for kids

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 2:17pm CDT

Marie Moffitt is a retired elementary school teacher, and when she was diagnosed with breast cancer six years ago, she was concerned about how her young grandchildren might react to the news of her disease.

Metastatic Liver Cancer Survival Rates

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 10:17am CDT

Metastatic liver cancer survival rates can be lesser in percentage. However, if diagnosed in its early stage, things can be somewhat better.

FDA to rule on breast cancer drug

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 6:03am CDT

Some women in the advanced stages of breast cancer might soon lose one of the drugs in their arsenal against the disease.

Cancer Treatment Center shows off new equipment // PHOTOS

Posted: September 17th, 2010, 1:53am CDT

Members of the community, Gulf Coast Medical Center employees and elected officials attended a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday for a reopening of the Gulf Coast Cancer Treatment Center following a renovation to update the facility and to showcase their latest technology purchase.

Surviving breast cancer

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 9:43pm CDT

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is held every October to raise awareness of the disease and raise money for research.

Dollars for cancer education

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 5:39pm CDT

Sally J. Taylor of the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation's Peninsula Chapter presents a check to Williamsburg Library Director John A. Moorman and Outreach Services Director Janet Crowther to purchase updated material related to breast cancer.

U.S. Doctors Develop First Artificial Ovary

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 1:29pm CDT

This photo shows the tissue after 48 hours and after five days. Researchers at Brown University in Rhode Island have created the world's first artificial ovary, that could prove to be a powerful tool for cancer patients as well as women who suffer from infertility.

Getting a shot to kill cancer

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 9:25am CDT

The vaccine that Larry Mathews is getting won't protect him from the flu. That's OK - the stakes are far higher than that.

Four possible risk factors for ovarian cancer found

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 5:10am CDT

A consortium of cancer researchers has identified four chromosome locations with genetic changes that are likely to alter a woman's risk of developing ovarian cancer.

The therapy that lets cancer patients avoid side effects, feel healthier

Posted: September 16th, 2010, 1:00am CDT

Hearing the word cancer from a doctor can change a patient's life. While cancer treatments such as radiation therapy save millions of lives each year, those who undergo these widely used therapies can suffer serious short- and long-term side effects.

Cancer drug ruling splits advocates

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 10:56pm CDT

Marcia Gilbert has spent most of her life in Charlotte, North Carolina, but for the end of summer, she decided to make a special trip.

Cancer survival rates increase in Canada, StatsCan says

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 9:51pm CDT

Canadians diagnosed with cancer are living longer and the survival rate for a number of cancers, including leukemia, has increased dramatically, a Statistics Canada report released Wednesday showed.

Cancer survival rates increase in Canada, StatsCan says

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 9:51pm CDT

A cancer patient receives chemotherapy treatment in a file photo. After looking at the five-year relative survival ratio for patients, the federal agency reported the survival rate for Canadians diagnosed with any type of cancer between 2004 and 2006 was 62 per cent.

Celebrities Face, Fight Breast Cancer

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 9:51pm CDT

When first lady Betty Ford announced to the world in 1978 her breast cancer diagnosis and mastectomy at the age of 56, her openness raised awareness of the disease.

High Radiation Raises Risk Of Second Cancer: Study

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 5:41pm CDT

Atomic bomb blast victims lucky enough to survive one cancer have a high risk of developing a second, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday, in a study that offers new insights about cancer risks from radiation exposure.

Think pink, help T-G fight breast cancer

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 1:26pm CDT

The Times-Gazette will publish a very special section Oct. 8 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Muskoka women bare it all to support breast cancer research

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 10:16am CDT

A Muskoka calendar featuring tastefully photographed nude women in natural settings is for sale across the province to raise funds for breast cancer research.

Dog Liver Cancer - Is There Hope For Dogs With Liver Cancer?

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 7:06am CDT

Dog liver cancer occurs most frequently in elderly dogs. In fact, over 80% of dogs affected by this type of cancer are over 10 years of age.

Valuable breast cancer charity necklace has a familiar ring

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 5:02am CDT

SHINING EXAMPLE: Angela Jarrett admires the necklace which incorporates her diamonds.

Cancer treatment entering 'rational era'

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 5:02am CDT

A new drug, developed through gene sequencing, has been successful in shrinking tumours in patients suffering from malignant melanoma, the journal Nature has reported.

Class Helps People Cope with Challenges Facing Them When Diagnosed with Cancer.

Posted: September 15th, 2010, 1:47am CDT

The American Cancer Society, in conjunction with Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center, is sponsoring a class for people with cancer, their family and friends.

Govt rolls out cervical cancer treatment

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 9:37pm CDT

Sekajugo and Dr. Aisha Jumcan, the head of HPV vaccine project in the US addressing journalists yesterday By Jeff Lule and Cecilia Okoth THE Ministry of Health is to roll out a cervical cancer vaccination project to other parts of the country after it was successfully piloted in two districts.

Progress in prostate cancer

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 5:38pm CDT

Dr. Judd Boczko of WestMed Medical Group will give a talk on the Sonablate 500 and other prostate cancer treatments at the Greenwich Library.

Prostate cancer strikes 98 locals annually

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 1:23pm CDT

Jessica Hoglund, Laboratory Phlebotomist, draws blood from Jim Heard, Professional Services Vice President, for prostate cancer screening at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hosptial.

Friends skydive to honor West Caldwell man who died of brain cancer

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 9:17am CDT

MONMOUTH COUNTY - The kid was a near-giant in size and just as generous with his friendship.

Cancer center construction begins at Missouri

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 8:17am CDT

Construction has begun in Columbia on a $203 million University Hospital expansion that will include a new cancer treatment center.

Sun protection is still important for preventing skin cancer during the fall

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 5:08am CDT

Summertime is about over, but the need for skin protection should be a year-round concern.

Dying at home better for cancer patients - study

Posted: September 14th, 2010, 12:53am CDT

Cancer patients who die at home do so more peacefully -- and their caregivers end up doing better emotionally, too, researchers reported on Monday.

Novel Study Using Reoviruses Against Ovarian Cancer Pushes Forward

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 11:53pm CDT

Researchers are now investigating whether the human reovirus, when prescribed along with chemotherapy, will provide a desperately needed "one-two punch" against ovarian cancer.

Health Watch: Looking For The Signs Of Cancer

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 10:48pm CDT

Diagnosing cancer can be difficult - even by top doctors with the most up to date tests.

Paraguay's president responding to chemo, but doctors say he should avoid contact with crowds

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 7:44pm CDT

Paraguayan President Fernando Lugo is reacting favourably to chemotherapy and there is no need for him to step down, one of his doctors said Monday.

Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals reaches agreement with FDA on starting late-stage cancer drug study

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 3:29pm CDT

Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals Inc. said Monday it has reached a deal with the Food and Drug Administration on a design for a late-stage study of a potential cancer treatment and plans to begin patient enrollment before the end of 2010.

Camp Lejeune breast cancer survivors pose to raise awareness

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 1:24pm CDT

Calendar girls these former Marines are not. But next month, 13 men with ties to Camp Lejeune will appear in a calendar highlighting their personal struggles with breast cancer and designed to raise awareness about the disease's environmental causes.

Monkeys help chase away cancer fear

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 12:19pm CDT

Sometimes Monkey Business can be serious stuff. And sometimes a serious topic such as cancer can be Monkey Business.

Dog Lung Cancer - Is Lung Cancer In Dogs Fatal?

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 8:05am CDT

Dog lung cancer is a disease of middle aged and elderly animals. This important article will discuss the diagnosis of and prognosis for lung cancer in dogs... Dog lung cancer is a disease of middle aged and elderly animals.

Wings of Hope' raises funds for Seth Harris Childhood Cancer Foundation

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 5:55am CDT

Dawn Harris, holds her daughter, Saydee Hope, who was born a year after Harris and her husband, Chad, lost their son, Seth, to cancer.

Genentech breast cancer drug on trial

Posted: September 13th, 2010, 1:40am CDT

Has the world's best-selling cancer drug lost its mojo? After years as a pharmaceutical superstar, continued approval of Genentech Inc.

Kylie still sad about cancer

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 10:31pm CDT

Kylie Minogue admits she often cries over her ongoing cancer treatment. The pop superstar is still taking medication for breast cancer and has confessed there have been times when the side-effects, which include extreme sickness and headaches, have left her distraught and despondent.

New Cancer Treatment treats Patient's mind and body

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 8:31pm CDT

Attitude is everything and a new study by a hospital in Boston may be proving that statement true, especially for cancer patients.

5k walk/run for ovarian cancer awareness

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 4:22pm CDT

Family and friends team up to help fight ovarian cancer. The ninth annual Teal Ribbon Run and Walk was held at Washington Park Sunday morning.

What should you say to a newly diagnosed breast cancer patient

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 3:16pm CDT

So you know someone who just told you she has breast cancer, and you say a oeOh, how horrible, my mother died of breast cancer,a or a oeMy friend had chemotherapy and it was the worst thing she ever experienced.a No, please dona t say those words .

Prostate cancer

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 11:12am CDT

Ortho Biotech Oncology Research & Development, a unit of Johnson & Johnson, said Thursday it unblinded late-stage study data of a potential prostate cancer drug, citing the treatment's effectiveness.

War on skin cancer

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 10:12am CDT

Special diagnostic lights show up sun damage on the face of volunteer Terry Mutch.

Owatonna Clinic offers a free cancer support group

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 8:13am CDT

When you or someone you love is diagnosed with cancer the feelings can be overwhelming.

T.I. Back to Work After Drug Bust

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 4:08am CDT

A week after his drug arrest debacle with wife Tameka "Tiny" Cottle , T.I. is breaking his silence.

Salon owners argue tanning is actually healthy for you

Posted: September 12th, 2010, 12:03am CDT

The summer sun goes from hello to goodbye pretty fast in the Rochester region. If you haven't caught your rays by mid-September, you might as well put your net away.

Inaugural fundraiser aims to hit cancers below the belt

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 7:53pm CDT

Luke Rochefort, 29, was diagnosed with testicular cancer in June. Luke Rochefort is a fighter waging the toughest battle of his life.

Breast cancer champion Nancy Brinker releases book, 'Promise Me'

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 3:44pm CDT

Palm Beach resident Nancy Brinker is known for many lofty titles. From 2001-2003, she served as U.S. ambassador to Hungary.

Cancer awareness in rural regions of NCR

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 1:39pm CDT

Cancer, rated as the fourth largest killer disease in India, is often incurable because of its late detection.

Skydive for Mouth Cancer Foundation

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 9:19am CDT

A CUSTOMER account manager from Yeovil is preparing to take part in a tandem skydive tomorrow to raise much needed funds for the Mouth Cancer Foundation.

Northwestern cancer website available in Spanish

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 9:19am CDT

Northwestern University says it has made a website about the effects of cancer treatments on patient fertility available in Spanish.

Maura Tierney Returns To TV After Cancer Treatment

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 8:20am CDT

Former " ER " actress Maura Tierney was all set to star in her new television series, "Parenthood" last year.

Prostate Cancer Patients Go To School

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 6:10am CDT

Dean Ornish MD, recognized for establishing the impact of diet on prostate cancer , along with over a dozen internationally recognized prostate cancer experts will meet with over 800 prostate cancer survivors and their significant others at the Los Angeles Marriott near LAX on September 11th and 12th to discuss the latest thinking on prostate ...

Pasco show benefits family of woman who died from cancer

Posted: September 11th, 2010, 2:10am CDT

Marcy Green had tried everything to cure her cancer. Surgery. Chemotherapy. Radiation. Even some experimental treatment.

Lancs cancer groups launch new campaign

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 10:05pm CDT

The Lancashire and South Cumbria Cancer Network and the Rosemere Cancer Foundation are launching a groundbreaking new programme to help patients access cancer support when they need it.

Quad Citians struggle to pay for cancer treatments

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 5:56pm CDT

As hundreds of celebrities prepare to join Friday's ''Stand Up to Cancer'' telethon, one Moline woman is holding a yard sale.

Nipple squeezing breast cancer advert faces flak in Singapore

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 1:49pm CDT

South East Asia News.Net Friday 10th September, 2010 A breast cancer campaign featuring a cartoon character squeezing a nipple and another painted with breasts as its head is getting much criticism in Singapore.

Daffodil gala to benefit Space Coast Cancer Center

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 10:45am CDT

According to the American Cancer Society, about 1.5 million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in 2010.

Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 6:35am CDT

October 21 - October 23, 2010 Visit www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org www.the-renaissance.com www.2BWedBridalShow.com 2010-09-09 18:57:47 - Shopping at a "Brides Against Breast Cancer" event is a great way to find a fabulous wedding gown and save hundreds, maybe even thousands of dollars, while making wishes and dreams come true for stage IV / ...

VA prostate cancer program

Posted: September 10th, 2010, 2:20am CDT

Men who show signs that their disease has returned after prostate cancer treatment are still more likely to die of other causes, a new study in U.S. veterans shows.

J&J widens access as cancer drug helps survival

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 11:06pm CDT

All patients in a study of a Johnson & Johnson drug for advanced prostate cancer will be offered the medicine after an independent monitoring committee found it demonstrated an improvement in patient survival.

Lady Antebellum: Cancer Hits Close to Home

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 10:01pm CDT

Lady Antebellum has some very personal reasons for taking part in tomorrow night's all-star Stand Up to Cancer television event.

Douglas taking life one day at a time

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 5:46pm CDT

How is Michael Douglas getting through the early stages of cancer treatment? By indulging in a guilty pleasure: watching lots and lots of sports.

Liberty High student assembles comfort bags for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 1:32pm CDT

Imagine. You are a young wife and a mother to a couple of growing kids. You are the touchstone of a family that depends on you to be there for them.

Mother given weeks to live after cancer was missed by ELEVEN doctors

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 1:32pm CDT

'Indigestion': Angela Skeffington outside Birmingham Heartlands Hospital where she claims doctors missed signs of her terminal stomach cancer A mother-of-three has been given weeks to live after ten hospital doctors and her own GP allegedly missed tell-tale signs of cancer.

Throat cancer can be treated with radiation, chemotherapy

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 11:22am CDT

Actor Michael Douglas revealed last month that he has been diagnosed with throat cancer and will undergo eight weeks of radiation and chemotherapy.

BJGP Study Highlights Eight Early Symptoms Of Cancer

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 7:13am CDT

Eight clinical features that predict cancer at a high probability rate which could improve early diagnosis have been identified by researchers writing in this month's British Journal of General Practice .

Rangers' legend Brian Laudrup has revealed he is undergoing treatment for cancer.

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 3:08am CDT

Rangersa legend Brian Laudrup has revealed he is undergoing treatment for cancer.

Community group is helping little boy with cancer

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 2:08am CDT

The community is reaching out to help a little boy with cancer. Jonaven Huck is nearly two years old.

Michael Douglas considers cancer a minor slump in his life

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 1:03am CDT

September 8, 2010 : Michael Douglas was recently diagnosed with throat cancer and since then he has been treated by a throng of doctors.

Bowel cancer: early detection is vital

Posted: September 9th, 2010, 12:03am CDT

Bowel cancer is our second biggest cancer killer, but if it's detected early your survival odds are good.

Clinical Trial For Overweight Breast Cancer Survivors

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 9:59pm CDT

Researchers at Georgetown Lombardi's Comprehensive Cancer Center will hold a clinical trial focusing on helping black women survive breast cancer through a change in lifestyle.

Millet's sea of pink supports breast cancer

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 5:54pm CDT

The hope of a cure for breast cancer in her five-year-old daughter's lifetime has spurred on a Lakedell mom to join a three-week trail ride.

Dog Breast Cancer - Diagnosis and Prognosis For Breast Cancer In Dogs

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 1:50pm CDT

Dog breast cancer affects one in four unspayed female dogs, which makes it one of the most common canine cancers.

Dog Bone Cancer - Dog Osteosarcoma Diagnosis and Prognosis

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 1:50pm CDT

Osteosarcoma accounts for over 80% of all dog bone cancers. Although these tumors can occur in any bone, they are more likely to develop in the long bones of the legs.

Jennerex enters partnership to commercialize lead cancer drug

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 12:50pm CDT

San Francisco-based Jennerex Inc., which has a research and development branch in Ottawa, announced a partnership with a French company Wednesday aiming to commercialize its leader cancer drug.

Missoula cancer researchers get $1.4M grant

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 11:45am CDT

Cancer researchers in Missoula, Mont., have received a $1.4 million grant to continue studying how the genetic makeup of Native Americans might affect the way they respond to cancer treatment.

Two tiny cancer fighters

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 7:44am CDT

Doing their part. Clarkson twins Jordan and Jamie Francis each chopped 10 inches of their hair on Sunday in Fenelon Falls to support children with cancer.

Grandpa Ralph's buggy is freedom rider for sick kids

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 6:39am CDT

MAKING MOVEMENT POSSIBLE: Autumn Lawrence stands with the IV MoveAround Buggy that her grandfather designed for her to get around with while being attached to an IV bag.

Networks join efforts to 'Stand Up To Cancer'

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 2:35am CDT

Starting Monday and continuing all week on NBC 10 News at 5:30 Barbara Morse Silva reports on cancer treatments and research.

Targeting tumors: Research has led to lifesaving breast cancer treatments

Posted: September 8th, 2010, 1:30am CDT

Dr. Rita Mehta's research has led to more effective breast cancer treatments, with lifesaving results.

Cancer survival rates second worst in country

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 9:20pm CDT

WALTHAM Forest has the second worst cancer survival rates in the country it, was revealed today.

Breaking Dawn: How to Get on the Set

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 9:20pm CDT

Blogroll Breaking Dawn : How to Get on the Set Today 2:45 PM PDT by Marc Malkin Mark Sullivan/WireImage.com Picture this: Robert Pattinson , Kristen Stewart , Taylor Lautner and YOU hanging on the set of Breaking Dawn .

Cookbook helps fight cancer patients' malnutrition

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 5:04pm CDT

Everyone knows someone who has battled cancer and dealt with chemotherapy. But few people realize that nearly 80 percent of the patients who undergo cancer treatments end up malnourished.

BMC Offers Breast Cancer Wellness Program

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 1:59pm CDT

Breast cancer continues to claim lives all over the country. According to the National Cancer Institute , averages of 41,021 women die every year as a result of this disease.

Rangers legend Brian Laudrup reveals he is fighting cancer

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 11:55am CDT

FORMER Rangers and Denmark footballer Brian Laudrup has revealed he is undergoing treatment for cancer.

Stand Up To Cancer: New Breast Cancer Treatments At Moses Cone

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 9:45am CDT

Dr. Peter Rubin, an Oncologist at Moses Cone Regional Cancer Center says breast cancer treatment shouldn't be generic.

NHS Choices unveils typical signs, symptoms of cancer

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 7:40am CDT

More than 1/3 people in the UK will develop some form of cancer during their lifetime.

Clarks Summit's Beth Shaw, a breast cancer survivor, will walk first Race for the Cure

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 7:40am CDT

Jason Farmer / Staff Photographer Beth Shaw of Clarks Summit, an elementary music teacher for Abington Heights School District, will walk in her first Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure after battling breast cancer since 2008.

VOTE: Young cancer sufferer was sacked... [2]

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 5:40am CDT

TOLERANCE: Casey McGovern is calling for a national identification scheme for cancer patients.

Camp Lejeune breast cancer survivors try to raise awareness

Posted: September 7th, 2010, 3:40am CDT

These 13 men all have connections to Camp Lejeune, a Marine base. All are breast cancer survivors.

Learning the delicate art of fly-fishing helps breast cancer survivors

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 11:36pm CDT

The motion of casting, says Dr. Benita Walton, the surgeon who founded Casting for Recovery, resembles exercises done to rebuild muscles lost to breast cancer surgery.

Fort Collins OB/GYN Becomes Breast Cancer Patient

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 9:31pm CDT

Nearly five years ago, Dr. Angela King learned she had stage 2 breast cancer, and said her training as an OB/GYN did little to numb the shock.

Prostate Cancer Survivor Champions Cause

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 9:31pm CDT

In 2006, Jerry Lee, a real estate developer and avid runner, was shocked to learn that he had prostate cancer.

Cancer essay wins science prize

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 8:36pm CDT

Rare childhood cancers are the subject of an award-winning essay by Nicola Harris in this year's Max Perutz prize Nicola Harris The Guardian , Tuesday 7 September 2010 Nicola Harris, winner of the Max Perutz science writing prize, with the Medical Research Council's outgoing chief executive, Sir Leszek Borysiewicz.

Gynecologic Cancer Patients Should Consider Clinical Trials

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 6:36pm CDT

Main Category: Women's Health / Gynecology Also Included In: Clinical Trials / Drug Trials Article Date: 06 Sep 2010 For the estimated 83,000 women who will be diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer in 2010, participation in clinical trials offers an opportunity both to ensure that future patients benefit from the most up-to-date treatments and ...

Cancer Diagnosis And Treatment Move Another Step Forward

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 2:27pm CDT

Main Category: Cancer / Oncology Also Included In: MRI / PET / Ultrasound Article Date: 06 Sep 2010 Cancer diagnosis and treatment planning took another major step forward with the release of the Request for Proposals for the purchase and installation of a second positron emission tomography/computed tomography scanner at the BC Cancer Agency.

New Cancer Treatment Offered In Greensboro

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 10:17am CDT

John Hutchens doesn't exactly enjoy taking his pants off on camera. "I'm the kind of the guy who tried to take PJ's on his honeymoon," he says.

UPDATE 1-Irish finmin says cancer stabilised, to stay in job

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 10:17am CDT

Irish Finance Minister Brian Lenihan, Dublin's architect of fiscal and banking reforms, has completed treatment for cancer, which he said on Monday has stabilised the disease and will allow him to stay in his job.

Once promising breast cancer drug could get FDA boot

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 7:02am CDT

Once promising breast cancer drug could get FDA boot : "One factor clouding the debate over Avastin is money.

More Cancer Drugs to Be Covered by Insurance

Posted: September 6th, 2010, 2:42am CDT

The Ministry of Health will expand health insurance coverage for expensive anti-cancer drugs from next month.

Recovery, reunion: Classmates meet after man's battle with cancer

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 10:38pm CDT

JOPLIN, Mo. - A successful end to cancer treatment sparked a celebratory gathering near Kansas City last month among some members of the Joplin High School class of 1967.

Acupuncture Aides In Diminishing Symptoms Of Certain Cancers

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 6:33pm CDT

Acupuncturist inserting needles for acupuncture treatment. Photo: photobucket.hu/evilcutey1986 Past studies have demonstrated acupuncture can help maintain numerous symptoms and side effects such as pain, fatigue and nausea linked to an assortment of cancers and their perspective treatments.

Biologists find way to reduce stem cell loss during cancer treatment

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 2:34pm CDT

Biologists at the University of California, San Diego have discovered that a gene critical for programmed cell death is also important in the loss of adult stem cells, a finding that could help to improve the health and well-being of patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Massages to help fight breast cancer

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 10:19am CDT

Massage Envy will give a portion of all massage proceeds from Tuesday to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a breast cancer foundation.

Child survivors of cancer still at risk

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 6:05am CDT

An Australian study has emphasised the need for "good follow-up health care" for survivors of childhood cancer, because they remain at risk of further cancer or early death.

Wnt inhibitor Dickkopf-1 as a target for passive cancer immunotherapy.

Posted: September 5th, 2010, 2:00am CDT

Cancer research , Vol. 70, No. 13. , pp. 5326-5336. Posts Export Abstract Dickkopf-1 is an inhibitor of Wnt/beta-catenin signaling that is overexpressed in most lung and esophageal cancers.

Butterfly Release Honors Victims Of Cancer

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 9:51pm CDT

One Lehigh Valley group was raising money for cancer services with a release this weekend.

Our view: Cheers to cancer awareness, hospital growth

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 5:46pm CDT

Cheers to Marshfield Clinic employee Rich Nesbitt for getting the word out about blue ribbons for prostate cancer awareness.

Cancer survivors get behind 5K walk to help others

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 1:36pm CDT

To be diagnosed with breast cancer when you are young puts you into the throes of emotional turmoil.

Mom builds up families fighting childhood cancer

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 9:27am CDT

Cora Garola, 4, of Savannah gets some Silly Bandz and a doughnut with "princess sprinkles" from volunteer Kim Osborne after a round of chemotherapy for leukemia at Memorial Medical University Center on Tuesday.

The saga of Avastin and breast cancer

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 5:22am CDT

" A statement of fact cannot be insolent ." The miscellaneous ramblings of a surgeon/scientist on medicine, quackery, science, pseudoscience, history, and pseudohistory Who is Orac? Orac is the nom de blog of a humble pseudonymous surgeon/scientist with an ego just big enough to delude himself that someone, somewhere might actually give a rodent's ...

Immune System Finding May Lead To New Ways To Detect, Diagnose And Treat Cancer And Other Diseases

Posted: September 4th, 2010, 1:17am CDT

Main Category: Immune System / Vaccines Also Included In: Cancer / Oncology Article Date: 03 Sep 2010 When it comes to the mechanics of the human immune system, we are all more alike than previously thought, according to a new study by scientists at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Michael Douglas Joins 'Stand Up 2 Cancer'

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 9:13pm CDT

September 3, 2010 : The famous Hollywood actor Michael Douglas was recently diagnosed with a tumor in his throat.

Power of Pink: Honoree draws on inner strength to fight breast cancer

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 5:03pm CDT

Her grandmother died from breast cancer. Her mother had breast cancer and later died from a brain tumor.

First cancer doc hired

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 4:03pm CDT

DR. Robert Olson, a radiation oncologist, is the first physician to be hired for the BC Cancer Agency Centre for the North.

31 Days in the Life of a Throat Cancer Patient

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 11:54am CDT

Scott, a 66-year-old high-tech consultant from Silicon Valley , thought the small lump he detected under his jaw line while shaving about two years ago was caused by allergies.

Minogue voted most inspirational breast cancer star

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 9:48am CDT

Pop star Kylie Minogue has been voted the most inspirational breast cancer star for her willingness to speak openly and honestly about dealing with the disease.

'Major advance' in tackling aggressive breast cancer

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 8:43am CDT

The first targeted treatment for 'triple negative' breast cancer, that tends to affect younger women, could be developed after British researchers made a "major advance" in its understanding.

Coins in Ali Baba's pot for cancer lodge

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 4:33am CDT

Greerton Lions are holding a 'drop a coin' day on Friday at Greerton Village Square to raise money for the Cancer Lodge in Hamilton.

ACT has highest breast cancer rate

Posted: September 3rd, 2010, 12:34am CDT

More than 38 per cent of of breast cancer cases were initially detected through screening.

Family struggles to pay for toddler's cancer treatment

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 9:29pm CDT

Two weeks ago, Crissy Thomas was giving her son Connor, a bath when she noticed something odd.

AutoTex Pink working to 'Wipe out breast cancer'

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 5:23pm CDT

In October, AutoTex PINK windshield wiper blades will be featured on Lifetime networks morning show "The Balancing Act". Paula Lombard, president of WEXCO Industries and founder of AutoTex PINK, will talk about the importance of windshield wiper blades, and explain her companies committment to "Wipe out Breast Cancer". Every three minutes a woman ...

Dentists your first defence in fight against oral cancer

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 1:18pm CDT

Edmonton dentist Harbuksh Sekhon uses a VELscope to check a patient for oral cancer.

Raising Awareness for Pediatric Cancer

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 10:18am CDT

Each and every day 46 families in the United States are told their child has cancer.

Surgeons Impact Whether A Woman Gets Breast Reconstruction

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 6:04am CDT

When breast cancer surgeons regularly confer with plastic surgeons prior to surgery, their patients are more likely to have reconstruction, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Ovary removal helps women at high risk cancer risk

Posted: September 2nd, 2010, 1:54am CDT

Women with genetic mutations linked to breast and ovarian cancer can significantly reduce their risk of developing these cancers -- and dying from them -- by undergoing preventive removal of their healthy ovaries, according to a new study.

Camp for Cancer Patients and Family

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 11:54pm CDT

A man living with cancer is making it his mission to help others battling the disease.

When cancer hits early

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 7:45pm CDT

Amy Babst woke up in the middle of a summer night, and for 15 minutes, she was barely able to breathe.

Tania taking plunge for Mouth Cancer Foundation

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 3:30pm CDT

A CUSTOMER account manager from Yeovil is preparing to take part in a tandem skydive to raise much needed funds for the Mouth Cancer Foundation.

Prostate cancer group to host vaccine developer

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 2:25pm CDT

Most people know the pink ribbon is for breast cancer awareness. But Rich Nesbitt wants to get the word out about the blue ribbon, too -- it stands for prostate cancer awareness.

Prostate cancer group to host vaccine developer

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 2:25pm CDT

Most people know the pink ribbon is for breast cancer awareness. But Rich Nesbitt wants to get the word out about the blue ribbon, too -- it stands for prostate cancer awareness.

Schools ban 'I love boobies' bracelets for breast cancer awareness

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 10:16am CDT

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Cancer has ravaged several of Ann Aberson's relatives, so she doesn't have a problem with her two teenage daughters wearing bracelets to raise awareness of breast cancer.

Cancer survivor's fundraiser

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 10:16am CDT

A PONTYPOOL man who survived thyroid cancer is backing a campaign to raise funds for the charity which supported him.

Why an FDA panel withdrew support for Avastin in breast cancer treatment

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 7:06am CDT

Avastin, the brand name used by Roche and Genentech to market bevacizumab, is a cancer drug used to treat colon cancer , lung cancer , macular degeneration , and, since 2008, breast cancer .

Breast cancer support group meets at Kent Hospital

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 2:51am CDT

Kent Hospital's Breast Cancer Support Group is an informal, ongoing group bringing people together to share their experiences and problems related to cancer and to provide one another with comfort and help.

Michael Douglas - Douglas: 'Cancer Treatment Will Affect Wall Street Sequel Promotion'

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 2:51am CDT

MICHAEL DOUGLAS has accepted he will have to skip promotion duties for the upcoming WALL STREET sequel as he continues to battle throat cancer.

Research shows natural cancer therapies don't cure, says expert

Posted: September 1st, 2010, 1:45am CDT

Cancer patients are being warned by a medical expert that some complementary therapies are not only useless, but could be dangerous.

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