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Gene could predict tamoxifen treatment failure
BELFAST, UK Feb. 2, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) Scientists have identified a gene that could predict whether women with breast cancer will respond to treatment with tamoxifen, a new study shows.
New combination treatment gets FDA nod
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC Feb. 1, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) today announced that the FDA has granted accelerated approval for a new combination regimen for women with advanced breast cancer.
Vaccine boosts survival in advanced prostate cancer
BOSTON Jan. 27, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) Men with advanced prostate cancer that had spread to other parts of the body lived substantially longer when treated with a innovative virus-based vaccine, a new clinical study shows.
Prostate cancer treated differently at county vs. private hospitals
SAN DIEGO Jan. 25, 2010 Prostate cancer treatments varied significantly between county hospitals and private providers, researchers at Moores Cancer Center at the University of California, San Diego, say.
Sexual function does not continue to decline
FAIRFAX, VA Jan. 21, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) Sexual function in prostate cancer patients decreases within the first two years after treatment with external beam radiation therapy but then stabilizes, according to researchers.
Breast cancer therapy reduces mastectomies
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK Jan. 20, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) A new treatment not only killed large cancer tumors, but reduced the need for mastectomies by almost 90 percent, say researchers at the University of Oklahoma.
Joint AACR-IASLC conference roundup
SEATTLE Jan. 18, 2010 Below is a brief summary of three clinical trials presented last week for lung cancer that generated considerable interest among researchers.
Biomarkers may identify treatment resistance
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Jan. 15, 2010 (cancerfacts.com) Researchers have identified a way to predict which patients with small-cell lung cancer may be resistant to first-line chemotherapy.
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Healthy Living After Cancer (23 hours ago)
After a cancer diagnosis, many people want to make healthy lifestyle changes, such as eating better, exercising more, and finding better ways to manage stress. Although practicing healthy habits is important for everyone, it is especially important for cancer survivors because they can be at a higher risk for other health problems as a result of cancer treatment. Catheters and Ports in Cancer Treatment (7 days ago)
There are many different ways chemotherapy (the use of drugs to kill cancer cells) and other drugs to treat the cancer and manage the symptoms can be given to a person with cancer. One of the most common ways is intravenously, meaning the drug goes into a vein. Veins used in intravenous (IV) therapy can be in the arms, neck, or chest. When Caregiving Ends (1/24/2010)
A caregiver plays an important role in supporting a person with cancer, providing physical, emotional, and practical care on a daily or as-needed basis. Providing this support can become a caregivers sole focus, especially when a family member or friend is undergoing a long treatment plan. ASCO Expert Corner: Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing (1/10/2010)
You may have seen tests advertised on the Internet or elsewhere that can be used to check your risk for specific diseases, including cancer, at home. These tests are called direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic tests. ASCO recently updated its 2003 recommendations for genetic testing to include information on DTC testing, as well as to provide advice to doctors and patients on some of the newer technologies becoming available for cancer screening. To learn about these tests and how to talk with your doctor about genetic testing, Cancer.Net talked with Kenneth Offit, MD, MPH. Seven Steps for a Healthier New Year (12/27/2009)
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to take control of your health and develop a strategy that will help you reach your goals for the coming year. Here are seven tips to help you have a healthier and happier new year.
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