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Are Too Many Older People Screened for Cancer?
Published: 05/13/2012 by Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter in All Articles
Many older Americans get screened for colon, breast, prostate and cervical cancer even though guidelines recommend against routinely screening the elderly, a new study finds.
Cancer survivors urged to eat better, exercise
Published: 04/28/2012 by KGW News in All Articles
A cancer diagnosis often inspires people to exercise and eat healthier. Now the experts say there's strong evidence that both habits may help prevent the disease from coming back.
After Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction Is Safe for Older Women
Published: 02/27/2012 by Robert Preidt - HealthDay Reporter in All Articles
As population ages, more women over 60 will face the choice, study notes
Cancer Drug Erases Alzheimer’s in Mice
Published: 02/10/2012 by Carrie Gann ABC news in All Articles
A drug typically used to treat skin cancer quickly reversed Alzheimer’s disease in mice, according to a study published today in the journal Science. Alzheimer’s researchers call the results exciting.
Studies: Avastin may fight early breast cancers
Published: 01/27/2012 by MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer in All Articles
Surprising results from two new studies may reopen debate about the value of Avastin for breast cancer. The drug helped make tumors disappear in certain women with early-stage disease, researchers found.
Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return
Published: 01/27/2012 by Randy Dotinga HealthDay Reporter in All Articles
But it's not clear yet how helpful the molecular exam will be, experts say
Prostate cancer growth slowed by commonly used drug
Published: 01/25/2012 by Monica DyBuncio in All Articles
A drug that is commonly used to treat men with enlarged prostates may also delay the growth of prostate cancer, according to a new study.
Blood Test Shows Promise in Spotting Pancreatic Cancers Early
Published: 01/18/2012 by Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter in All Articles
Another study suggests a similar test for those at risk for esophageal tumors
Pancreatic cancer risk increases with every 2 strips of bacon you eat: Study
Published: 01/16/2012 by Ryan Jaslow in All Articles
Breakfast lovers, beware. A new study found eating processed meats like bacon and sausage could increase your risk for deadly pancreatic cancer.
New colorectal cancer drug shows promise in study
Published: 01/16/2012 by Shari Roan, Los Angeles Times in All Articles
FDA approval will be sought this year for regorafenib, a medication that apparently slows tumor growth and extends life in advanced cases after other treatments fail.










