Cancer

Could you lower your risk of prostate cancer simply by eating a good form of fat found in everyday foods like fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils? If you have the right genes, the answer could be yes. Wake Forest University researchers who studied the effects of a diet rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in mice with a genetic mutation known to put them at increased … [Read more...]

Preserving Fertility in Cancer Patients Reported July 24, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – The vast improvement in cancer treatment and increased survival rates have created a challenge for young cancer patients, since the chemotherapy and radiation treatments that save lives often threaten fertility. Techniques to safeguard fertility, such as freezing eggs … [Read more...]

Race Plays Role in Lung Cancer TreatmentReported April 14, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Your race may determine what kind of treatment you'll receive if you develop lung cancer. According to a new study, black patients with lung cancer are less likely to receive recommended chemotherapy and surgery than white patients with the disease. Researchers from the University of … [Read more...]

Risks Behind Colorectal Cancer Reported June 08, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Unhealthy behaviors like smoking and excessive alcohol use could put you at risk for colorectal cancer. New research shows patients who drink more than seven drinks per week have a 60-percent greater risk of developing colorectal cancer than non-drinkers. Smoking, diabetes and obesity also showed a … [Read more...]

Scientists Unlock Secrets of Red Wine's Health Benefits Reported June 12, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For nearly 200 years, red wine has been touted for its unmatched health benefits. It's been shown to do everything from preventing cancer to protecting the heart and brain from damage to preventing age-related disorders such as diabetes and inflammation. Now, researchers … [Read more...]

Smokers Should Eat BroccoliReported November 19, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables have a cancer preventative property that appears to work specifically in smokers. In the first comprehensive study of it’s kind, researchers at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, in Buffalo, N.Y., analyzed cancer cases and controls matched on smoking status. … [Read more...]

Special MRI Identifies Brain Cancer Early Reported March 25, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A special type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may help find brain cancer earlier than traditional imaging. Researchers in London find perfusion MRI shows changes in blood volume in the brain that often come before brain tumors turn cancerous. It's able to … [Read more...]

Study: Obesity Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Reported June 29, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- People who are overweight or obese as young adults have an increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer, and being obese at an older age is associated with a lower overall survival rate for patients with pancreatic cancer, according to a new study. Pancreatic cancer … [Read more...]

Largest-ever cancer risk study completedMonday, November 15, 2004 LUGANO, Switzerland, Nov 15, 2004 (United Press International via COMTEX)--Swiss researchers have completed the largest-ever risk study into probabilities of genetic predisposition to pancreatic, ovarian and breast cancers. Dr. Justo Lorenzo Bermejo and Professor Kari … [Read more...]

Right now, separating cancer cells from healthy cells is a hit and miss proposition during surgery. Thanks to a "tumor paint" developed from a scorpion-derived peptide called chlorotoxin (CTX), however, that may soon be a thing of the past. In a study involving mice, Seattle researchers discovered the paint binds to a molecular beacon in cancer cells known as Cy5.5, lighting … [Read more...]

Positive thinkers 'avoid cancer' Reported 22 August, 2008 The small study, published in the BioMed Central journal, also found that getting divorced, or being bereaved could increase the risk. But the researchers admitted that women were questioned after their diagnosis, which might significantly change their outlook on life. UK experts said it was … [Read more...]

Vaccine for Brain Cancer Reported November 25, 2009 NEW YORK (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every year, 10,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with the most aggressive and most common form of brain cancer. Even after surgery, radiation and chemo, doctors say the tumor returns in 95 percent of cases. Researchers are testing out a new vaccine that aims to stop … [Read more...]

Hormones may tie caffeine to cancer riskReported July 07, 2009 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Coffee and general caffeine intake may affect a woman's levels of estrogen and other sex hormones, a new study suggests -- offering a potential explanation for findings that link caffeine to certain cancers. Several studies have found connections between caffeine and breast and … [Read more...]

WHO: Tanning Beds are Cancer Risks Reported August 03, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers at the World Health Organization say using a tanning device before age 30 increases skin melanoma risk by 75 percent. "Sunbeds use ultraviolet radiation in higher intensity than sunlight," Vincent Cogliano, who co-authored the report in the August issue of … [Read more...]

Alpha Blockers Stop and Prevent Cervical Cancer in Mice Reported November 11, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two FDA-approved drugs, one used to treat breast cancer and the other to treat osteoporosis, may eventually be used to stop cervical cancer in its tracks. In a new study, researchers found two FDA-approved drugs -- fulvestrant and raloxifene, both … [Read more...]

Hair test for cancer 'this year' Reported January 27, 2008 AUSTRALIAN women could be tested for breast cancer through the strands of their hair using a new screening method later this year. Pending a satisfactory completion of its final trial, Australian company Fermiscan is aiming to begin commercial trials of the … [Read more...]

Best Treatment for Inoperable Liver Cancer Reported April 6, 2005 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows chemoembolization should be the first treatment offered to people diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer. Why? It’s safe, and it’s already been shown to significantly increase survival. Jeff Geschwind, … [Read more...]

Safer Neck SurgeryReported March 23, 2009 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Operating around the head and neck is a delicate job. When doctors are dealing with kids, it becomes even trickier. A new procedure aims to ease the pain and eliminate scars so the smallest patients can grow up without the reminders of surgery. Twins Colton and Isabella Suggs may … [Read more...]

Burning Away Barrett's EsophagusReported May 01, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It starts off as heartburn but can turn into something much more serious. Three-point-three million people in the United States have Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to cancer. Doctors are using a tool that burns away dangerous cells and lowers the cancer risk. If … [Read more...]

Death rates from bladder and lung cancer are still high in a region of northern Chile, even decades after residents drank water containing high levels of arsenic. According to the authors of a new study, there is delay in health effects, given mortality risks remained elevated years after exposure to high levels of arsenic. "The impact of this environmental health risk on … [Read more...]

Clearing the air on ‘Chemofog’ Reported April 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Between 20 percent and 30 percent of chemotherapy patients report temporary memory problems, termed “chemofog” or “chemobrain.” But new evidence suggests stress and quality of life issues may be more responsible for memory and concentration problems in breast cancer patients than chemotherapy … [Read more...]

Common Sexually Transmitted Infection Linked to Prostate Cancer Reported September 10, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers discovered a link between a sexually transmitted infection and prostate cancer. Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and Brigham and Women's Hospital researchers found strong correlations between Trichomonas vaginalis, the most common non-viral … [Read more...]

Detecting Cancer at the Dentist's Office Reported April 25, 2008 HOUSTON, Texas (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every two minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer. Every thirteen minutes, a woman dies from this disease. Early detection may be the key to surviving it … so what if finding out you had it could be as simple as going to the dentist? It could happen! It wasn't … [Read more...]

Eliminating Brain TumorsReported January 13, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newsire) -- New approaches to gene therapy have been found that help eradicate brain tumors and boost the power of the immune system. Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles found that HMGB1, a protein released from deteriorating tumor cells, activates dendritic cells and stimulates … [Read more...]

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A small molecule earlier found to have both anti-fat and anti-cancer properties is a literal turnoff for fat-making genes, according to a new report. The chemical, which the researchers call fatostatin, blocks a well known master controller of fat synthesis, a transcription factor known as SREBP. That action in mice that are genetically prone to obesity … [Read more...]

Crackdown on sunbeds to cut cancer danger Reported July 29, 2009 Ministers are preparing to clamp down on the cosmetic tanning industry after international experts on cancer said sunbeds belonged in the same category of carcinogenic risk as tobacco smoke. The Department of Health said it was reviewing its stance on sunbeds after the International Agency for Research on … [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...]

Green Tea: The Next Cancer Therapy? Reported June 22, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – According to a recent study, men with prostate cancer who consumed the active compounds in green tea demonstrated a significant reduction in serum markers predictive of prostate cancer progression. "The investigational agent used in the trial, Polyphenon E, may have the … [Read more...]

Holocaust Survivors at Risk for Cancer Reported October 29, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- People who face psychological stress like famine or prolonged mental stress may have a higher risk of developing cancer. A recent study shows Jewish survivors of World War II who may have been exposed to the Holocaust have a significantly increased risk for developing all types of … [Read more...]

Immune System Can Put Cancer in Dormant State Reported November 26, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – There may now be an explanation for why some tumors seem to suddenly stop growing and go into a long period of dormancy. A multinational team of researchers has found the immune system can stop the growth of a cancerous tumor without … [Read more...]