Breast Cancer :: Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts has breast cancer
Good Morning America’s anchor Robin Roberts, a noted Presbyterian, has announced that she has breast cancer.
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Cancer :: Gold nanoparticles may pan out as tool for cancer diagnosis
When it comes to searching out cancer cells, gold may turn out to be a precious metal. Purdue University researchers have created gold nanoparticles capable of identifying marker proteins making the tiny particles a potential tool to better diagnose and treat breast cancer.
Breast Cancer :: Screening matters this Breast Cancer Awareness Month
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, Cancer Research UK is launching a brand new campaign to raise awareness of the importance of cancer screening.
Cancer :: Sexual problems of long-term cancer survivors merit more attention
The first study to look at sexual function in very long-term female survivors of genital-tract cancer found that these women were pleased with the quality of their cancer care but less satisfied with the emotional support and information they received about dealing with the effects of the disease and treatment on sexuality.
Breast Cancer :: Researchers identify gene involved in breast cancer
Researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified a gene linked to the development of an aggressive form of breast cancer.
Breast Cancer :: Hormone therapy and mammography use influence breast cancer rates
A rise in breast cancer incidence from the 1980s through 2001 paralleled trends in mammography screening and hormone therapy use, while a recent decline in incidence was consistent with a drop in hormone therapy use, according to a study of a large group of women enrolled in a single health plan,.
Prostate Cancer :: Broccoli and other vegetables linked with decreased risk of aggressive prostate cancer
Eating more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower is associated with a reduced risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
Breast Cancer :: Postmenopausal sex hormones and breast density are each associated with breast cancer risk
Sex hormone levels and breast density are independent risk factors for breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Cancer :: Improved cancer services for Fraser Valley patients
Health Minister George Abbott opened newly renovated areas of the BC Cancer Agency?s Fraser Valley Centre today, where approximately $12.5 million in funding has provided new radiation therapy equipment and increased chemotherapy capacity to improve patient care.
Cancer :: Many Americans believe unsubstantiated claims about cancer
A new study from American Cancer Society researchers finds a surprising number of Americans believe scientifically unsubstantiated claims concerning cancer, and that population segments suffering the greatest burden of cancer are the most likely to be misinformed.