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Radiologic Technologists at Increased Risk of Melanoma
Researchers at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland have found that the risk of melanoma is elevated among radiologic […]
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Greater Cancer Risks for Kids
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released new guidelines based on studies which found that children are much more likely […]
Advanced Prostate Cancer Not Helped By Green Tea
A new study shows that green tea does little to help men with advanced prostate cancer, despite previous research touting […]
New Cancer Treatment Shrinks Tumors Faster
A new study has found that giving cancer patients a light-activated drug before radiation therapy kills tumors more effectively than […]
Improved Colorectal Treatment with Xeloda (Capecitabine)
The treatment of colorectal cancer has changed significantly over the past few years. Xeloda (Capecitabine) has replaced 5-FU/LV monotherapy and...
Organic Foods Higher in Cancer Fighting Chemicals than Conventionally Grown Food
A new study has shown that fruit and vegetables grown organically show significantly higher levels of cancer fighting antioxidants than […]
Xeloda – A New Standard of Care in Metastatic Breast Cancer
Breast cancer remains the most common cause of cancer mortality amongst females in western society. Metastatic disease develops in 30-40% […]
Ultrasound can localise malignancies in prostate cancer
Scientists have discovered that using transrectal, contrast-enhanced, power Doppler ultrasound can localise the presence of malignancy in...
Incomplete information given to cancer patients
Researchers have found that half of breast cancer patients are given “incomplete or incomprehensible” information about their...
Dangerous Breast Cancer Cells Found
Scientists have pinpointed the cells within a breast cancer that are capable of forming new malignant tumours. They believe that […]
Profits not affected by smoking ban
An international study including 31 states and provinces from seven countries has found banning smoking in hospitality venues has no […]
Increased Risk of Leukaemia Seen in Nuclear Weapons Test Personnel
Researchers from Britain’s National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB) have found that British veterans of nuclear weapons tests in the...
Hypothyroidism a Sequela of Cranial Irradiation of Pediatric Brain Tumor
Researchers from University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark have found that both craniospinal and cranial irradiation from a childhood brain tumor...
Beauty Workshops for Cancer Patients
Health experts say the morale of patients improves if they are encouraged to take care of their appearance. The Royal […]
2nd State-of-the-Art Conference HER Targeting: Advancing Cancer Treatment
The second State of the Art HER Targeting Conference was held on the 23rd to 24th February in Montreux. Professionals […]
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