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Consumers who may have been diagnosed with cancer caused by exposure to asbestos can now seek free consultations about their eligibility to file claims for compensation. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 16, 2013 http://www.resource4thepeople.com/occupationaldisease/asbestos-lawsuits.html Resource4thePeople announced today that its national network of attorneys is now accepting claims from consumers who may have been diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma or other asbestos-caused cancers. “We...
Angelina Jolie’s public announcement regarding a preventative double mastectomy impacts a specific cohort and their personal views on pursuing preventative measures. Respecting the world-renowned actress’ decision, Dr. Bob, “The Drugless Doctor” challenges the concept of undergoing prophylactic or preventative mastectomies by sharing paramount health tips. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 16, 2013 Angelina Jolie’s public announcement regarding a preventative double mastectomy impacts...
Jean LaMantia, Registered Dietitian, Cancer Survivor and Author of The Essential Cancer Treatment Nutrition Guide and Cookbook, advises that women with and without the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations can all take preventative measures. Toronto, ON (PRWEB) May 16, 2013 While some women like Angelina Jolie are aware of their susceptibility to breast cancer and take action to prevent it, not all have the benefit of genetic testing that can forecast looming health risks. Breast cancer caused...
In a study just published in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine, researchers have found a new way to increase the survival of stem cells injected into the brain. The discovery might one day prove useful in developing new treatments for neurological disorders — especially brain lesions, which among other things can provoke seizures and indicate multiple sclerosis or certain forms of cancer. Durham, NC (PRWEB) May 16, 2013 Researchers have found a new way to increase the survival of stem...
Through BYOU ‘s Innovative Signature Series Program - We Are Bringing Awareness and Raising Money for Childhood Cancer Research Escondido, CA (PRWEB) May 16, 2013 BYOU was happy to announce earlier this week that they have collaborated with the Ty Foundation in earnest efforts to help raise money and awareness for Childhood Cancer Research, because children get cancer too. The Ty Foundation raises funds for Childhood Cancer Research in honor of their son, Ty Louis Campbell, who fell to...
NPAF Urges N.C. Senate to Protect Patients from High Out of Pocket Costs RALEIGH, N.C., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the National Patient Advocate Foundation acknowledges that the North Carolina House of Representatives recently approved a bill that would prohibit insurers who offer coverage for chemotherapy from charging patients higher out-of-pocket fees for newer, more expensive oral anti-cancer drugs than for IV formularies, many of which have more severe...
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Eisai Inc. announced today that nine abstracts highlighting new study results in melanoma, breast and endometrial cancer will be presented during the 49(th) Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), taking place in Chicago from May 31 - June 4, 2013. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120413/MM87168LOGO ) "These studies reinforce Eisai's strong and growing commitment to oncology, particularly to...
People who have skin cancer may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, according to new research published in the May 15, 2013, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The link does not apply to melanoma, a less common but more aggressive type of skin cancer. The study involved 1,102 people with an average age of 79 who did not have dementia at the start of the study. The participants were followed for an average of 3.7 years. At the...
EDMONDS, Wash. and AVENTURA, Fla., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The residents of Edmonds and Snohomish County, Washington now have access to state-of-the-art hospital based medical oncology cancer care right in their own backyard thanks to the groundbreaking modular building techniques of RAD Technology Medical Systems and the ongoing commitment by Swedish Health Services to expand their cancer treatment offerings. RAD Technology Medical Systems, a leader in the modular design-build...
Insurance coverage for annual screening likely one reason for persistence Women in their 40s continue to undergo routine breast cancer screenings despite national guidelines recommending otherwise, according to new Johns Hopkins research. In 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) sifted through the evidence and recommended that while women ages 50-74 should continue to undergo mammograms every two years, those between the ages of 40 and 49 without a family history of...
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The British Journal of Cancer (BJC) is a professional medical journal published biweekly by the Nature Publishing Group (a division of Macmillan Publishers Ltd.) on behalf of Cancer Research UK. It provides a forum for clinicians and scientists to communicate original research findings that have relevance to understanding the etiology of cancer and to improving patient treatment and survival. Papers are published both in print and online. The journal publishes full research papers and...
Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCV or MCPyV), first discovered in January 2008, is one of seven human tumor viruses. It is suspected to cause most of Merkel cell carcinoma which is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer. Around 80% of Merkel cell carcinoma tumors are found to be infected with MCV. It is found in respiratory secretions suggesting that it may be transmitted by a respiratory route. Usually the tumors with MCV viruses go through at least two mutations that render the virus...
A human papillomavirus (HPV), a member of the papillomavirus family, is capable of infecting humans. HPVs establish productive infections in the skin or mucous membranes. Most of the 200 known types cause no symptoms in most people. Some types can cause warts, while others can lead to cancer. There are more than 30 to 40 types of HPV that are typically transmitted through sexual contact and infect the anogenital region. High risk HPV, can lead to cancer, in fact HPV infection is a cause of...
Asbestos (Greek a-, "not"; sbestos, "extinguishable") is a group of fibrous metamorphic minerals. The name is derived for its historical use in lamp wicks; the resistance of asbestos to fire has long been exploited for a variety of purposes. It was used in fabrics such as Egyptian burial cloths and Charlemagne's tablecloth, which, according to legend, he threw in a fire to clean. When asbestos is used for its resistance to fire or heat, the fibers are typically mixed with cement or woven...
Cancer Constellation -- The constellation Cancer, the crab, is known in astronomy and astrology as one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac. Cancer is small and dim, and does not resemble a crab. It lies between Gemini to the west and Leo to the east, Lynx to the north and Canis Minor and Hydra to the south. Notable features The brightest star in Cancer is β Cancri, called Al Tarf ("the end" of the crab's leg). Other stars include Acubens (α), and the Aselli (the...
