Breast Cancer

Blood Clots in Cancer PatientsReported November 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A drug meant to inhibit tumor growth may have a dangerous side effect. Bevacizumab (Avastin) is prescribed to patients with colorectal cancer, non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), renal cell cancer and breast cancer to inhibit angiogenesis -- the growth of new blood vessels, which plays a … [Read more...]

Breast Cancer RiskReported August 27, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Your age at menopause and your breastfeeding practices can influence your risk of developing certain types of breast cancer, according to a new study. The study at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle was done to better understand the specific risk factors for the subtypes of breast cancer, … [Read more...]

Breast cancer prevention study launches in Canada and USMarch 30, 2005 A major clinical trial looking at a new way to prevent breast cancer is being launched today in Canada and the United States. Coordinated by the National Cancer Institute of Canada Clinical Trials Group (NCIC CTG), and funded in part by the Canadian Cancer Society, the … [Read more...]

Cancer Education NeededReported September 01, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Do you think you know what causes cancer? Results of a new survey show you probably don’t! Results from the survey by the International Union of Against Cancer (UICC) indicate most people have an exaggerated idea of environmental factors that may cause cancer, while minimizing the influence of … [Read more...]

Chemobrain Reported December 20, 2004 HOUSTON (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Chemotherapy has revolutionized cancer treatment. But with the therapy comes an often overlooked side effect that researchers have dubbed "chemobrain." Here's what is and what doctors are doing to stop it. Janis Shea works hard to stay focused. "I'm … [Read more...]

Computers Detect Breast CancerReported October 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows when a computer-aided detection system is used in breast cancer screening, it detects cancer as effectively -- if not with more precision -- as an additional radiologist. Research has shown mammography reading by two medical experts is more sensitive at detecting cancer than … [Read more...]

Even Moderate Drinking Associated With Higher Cancer RiskReported February 26, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Women who consume even one alcoholic drink a day, whether it's wine, beer or liquor may be more likely to develop cancer. British researchers examined the association of alcohol consumption and cancer incidence in the Million Women Study, which included nearly 1.3 … [Read more...]

Less Folate may Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk Reported April 27, 2006 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Many studies have revealed the benefits of a diet higher in the B vitamin folate, particularly for women of childbearing age, who run a lower risk of having a child with certain types of birth defects if they have adequate … [Read more...]

Genetic Pair Important in Breast CancerReported April 07, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Scientists know a protein gene called PTEN is a major tumor-suppressor. When it’s reduced or mutated, cancers can grow. Researchers from the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center have discovered a second gene that appears to protect PTEN, a finding that could one day lead to new … [Read more...]

Hope Following Breast Cancer TreatmentReported September 22, 2008 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research suggests breast cancer survivors treated with surgery and radiation have a good overall quality of life several years after treatment. Although the rigors of breast cancer treatment usually decrease a woman’s quality of life temporarily, the results of a … [Read more...]

40% breast cancer patients are below 50 years of ageReported November 26, 2009 Bangalore: A recent study by the US preventive services task force suggests that women should go in for regular screening for breast cancer only after 50, as opposed to the long-standing guidelines that say 40 is the right age to start the same. However, city oncologists have negated this … [Read more...]

Breast Cancer Prevention09 Apr 2005 Tamoxifen is the only FDA-approved drug for many women at high risk of breast cancer. However, tamoxifen has unwanted side effects, so clinical researchers are seeking alternatives. One target is exemestane, an aromatase inhibitor. The ExCel Research Study, which started March 30 at UAB and other sites … [Read more...]

Lab Research: Lose the MiceReported January 01, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Laboratory mice have played a huge rule in many of medicines most important breakthroughs. But a new era may be dawning in the world of lab research, one that may mean fewer mice and more humans. Immunologist Mark Davis, Ph.D., a researcher at Stanford University, says the time has come for … [Read more...]

Dubai sets record with Breast Cancer RibbonReported November 17, 2007 DUBAI — Dubai set a world record yesterday by unveiling the largest motif of ‘Breast Cancer Ribbon’ made of thousands of carnation flowers at Zabeel Park. The Breast Cancer Ribbon made by Dubai Health Care City broke the existing record of 12.8-metre height set in Canada. Officials of the Guinness Book … [Read more...]

Smoking plus gene variant raises breast cancer riskReported November 18, 2008 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women with a particular gene mutation linked to breast cancer may further raise their risk of the disease if they smoke, a study has found. The gene in question is known as the ataxia-telangiectasia, or A-T, gene. At least 1 percent of the population carries a … [Read more...]

Recent Folate Study Attributed to Chance Reported December 17, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A recent study in the British Medical Journal suggests taking folate supplements during pregnancy may increase a mother's risk for breast cancer. However, all parties involved in the research emphasize this finding is likely due to … [Read more...]

Node-Negative Early Stage Breast Cancer Patients Benefit from Taxotere(R)-Based ChemotherapyReported May 27, 2008 First Phase III study performed solely in high risk node-negative population to show significant improvement in Disease Free Survival (DFS) BRIDGEWATER, N.J., May 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sanofi-aventis and GEICAM (Grupo Espanol de Investigacion en … [Read more...]

High Omega-6 Fatty Acid Intake Linked to Breast Cancer   Reported January 23, 2009 (NaturalNews) Researchers from Lund University in Malmo, Sweden, have discovered a connection between a higher intake of omega-6 fatty acids and an increased risk of breast cancer, in a study published in the International Journal of Cancer. … [Read more...]

Tracking Breast Cancer With Less Pain Reported September 25, 2009 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- This year, 182,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer. For many, the key to stopping it is removing lymph nodes where cancer has spread, but finding those lymph nodes can be a painful process. A new clinical trial could make it easier and less painful to … [Read more...]

Vitamin A linked to breast cancer 10 January 2005 Researchers have found a link between impaired storage of vitamin A in cells and the development and progression of breast cancer. Although preliminary, the team hopes the findings may lead to new drug targets for preventing breast cancer and other malignancies. In the meantime, … [Read more...]

Chicago task force beefs up breast cancer battle Reported October 21, 2009 CHICAGO - A Chicago-area breast cancer task force is beefing up efforts to improve screening and treatment, especially among minority women. The latest initiative involves 56 health-care providers who have agreed to join a quality consortium to share data and develop better strategies for fighting … [Read more...]

Diet tied to survival in breast cancer patientsReported January 05, 2009 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women with early-stage breast cancer may live longer if they maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy, a new study suggests. This so-called "prudent" diet was not linked to a lower risk of death from breast cancer specifically. However, … [Read more...]

Why Does Olive Oil Protect Against Breast Cancer? Reported January 10, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers know the Mediterranean diet seems to protect against breast cancer, and they now know the reason why. After running a series of laboratory experiments, researchers from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of … [Read more...]

Aggressive Breast Cancer: Watch Your BMIReported March 19, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A woman’s height to weight ratio -- commonly known as her BMI (body mass index) -- could reflect more than her physical appearance. A new study reveals women with a high BMI are more likely to have a worse prognosis for locally advanced and inflammatory breast cancer than those who … [Read more...]

Breast cancer survivors pass on a gift of hope   Reported June 05, 2009 For women like Maria Waters, a diagnosis of secondary breast cancer would have once been a death sentence but 20 years on she is living proof that the disease has become far less deadly. Now in her 50s, the Perth mother of two was treated for breast cancer in 1989 and three … [Read more...]

Push is on to fight breast screening cut   Reported October 15, 2009 A new push to fight Queensland government plans to limit access to breast screening services will be launched on the Gold Coast on Thursday. The campaign, "Who's Handling Your Breasts", is being led by the Liquor Hospitality and Miscellaneous Workers Union, one of Australia's … [Read more...]

Blood Test for Breast Cancer Reported September 17, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Researchers have developed a simple blood test that can help doctors assess treatment effectiveness for patients with metastatic breast cancer. "The current standard of care for metastatic disease involves the use of radiology studies such as CT scans, ultrasounds and the like to determine … [Read more...]

Sunbeam shares the warmth across Canada during Breast Cancer Awareness Month Reported September 24, 2008 TORONTO, Sep. 24, 2008 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- SOCNQ | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating -- << Breast cancer patients and survivors at six cancer centres to receive warming throws in October >> Sunbeam(R), the maker of innovative consumer products … [Read more...]