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New Boon for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
A new drug therapy that annihilates the blood vessels that grow to feed malignant tumors is showing considerable promise in increasing the longevity of patients with inoperable pancreatic cancer.
Recent research, led by Matthias Löhr of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, shows that a drug called EndoTAG-1 (chemical name: cationic lipid complexed paclitaxel), when infused with gemcitabine, can substantially extend life. In his study involving 200 subjects with pancreatic adenocarcinoma, Löhr treated half of them, the control group, with gemcitabine alone. (Read more about New Boon for Pancreatic Cancer Patients)
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Technique Finds Hard-to-Spot Breast Tumors
A new system nimbly finds tumors masked by dense breast tissue that mammograms ordinarily can't spot - and at half the cost and with a vastly lower rate of false positives.
The technique, known as Molecular Breast Imaging (MBI), is especially targeted at the nearly one-fourth of women above 40 who have dense breast tissue, which allows malignancies to lie hidden until it's too late.
What's done with MBI is simply to inject a radioactive tracer into the breast. It's absorbed by the cancer cells, and the resulting "glow" is picked up by special cameras. The body excretes the tracer within a day. (Read more about Technique Finds Hard-to-Spot Breast Tumors)
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What is the Polypill?
Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses the Polypill. The Polypill is being developed in response to an important reality surrounding cardiovascular disease. There are three important drugs that can help prevent heart disease (statins, ACE inhibitors, and aspirin). These drugs are not taken for two major reasons. First, the drugs are simply too expensive for much of the world, including countries as developed as Russia. And secondly, in developed nations where the drugs are affordable patients too often fail to comply - after three years 70% of patients do not take the medications as prescribed. (Read more about What is the Polypill?)
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All Types of Alcohol Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
A recent study by Kaiser Permanente Researchers has found that the effects of alcohol on breast cancer are the same, regardless of whether a woman drinks wine, beer, or liquor. The ethyl alcohol found in those drinks and the quantity consumed are the factors that weigh heavily on breast cancer risk. Researchers believe the increased risk from three or more drinks a day is similar to the increased breast cancer risk from smoking a pack of cigarettes a day or more. They claim that "Population studies have consistently linked drinking alcohol to an increased risk of female breast cancer, but until now there has been little data, most of it conflicting, about an independant role played by the choice of beverage type." (Read more about All Types of Alcohol Linked to Breast Cancer Risk)
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Health Wrap - June 2
A new UCLA/Veteran's Affairs study showed that more than 40 percent of patients who initially had received a positive result on a fecal occult blood test –a stool guiaic card which is an initial screening tool for colon cancer -- did not receive appropriate follow-up tests like a colonoscopy or a barium enema.
Only 59 percent of this group received follow-up diagnostic tests such as a colonoscopy or a barium enema.
Forty-one percent received no follow-up at all in the six months following the positive stool study.
The authors say any healthcare system that provides cancer-screening programs needs to track each step in the screening process to help ensure that patients don't slip through cracks in the system. (Read more about Health Wrap - June 2)
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How Cancer is Detected
It is very important that a cancer diagnosis is made quickly and accurately so that a specific and appropriate treatment is planed. Generally speaking, cancer is first detected or suspected based on signs and symptoms of the patient’s exhibits. (Read more about How Cancer is Detected)
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What is Cancer?
By Dr. Chitti Moorthy -Director, Departments of Radiation Medicine and Radiology,
New York Medical College, Valhalla , NY
The cause of cancer lies deep within the building blocks of a person's cells (genes and DNA). If these blocks become disorganized, cancer may develop. (Read more about What is Cancer?)
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Radiation Oncology
By Dr. Chitti Moorthy
In recent years, Radiation Oncology has made great strides in cancer treatment. Alone or in combination with other treatments, radiation therapy is dramatically raising cancer cure rates. Leading medical centers provide state-of-the-art radiation therapy in a comfortable and caring environment. (Read more about Radiation Oncology)
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What is Cancer and How it is Caused
Cancer is a term used to describe a group of illnesses all having certain common characteristics. There are over 200 different types of cancer and all have a specific name, treatment and a chance of being cured. The human body is made of organs, such as the brain, liver and heart. And each of these organs is made up tissues, such as fat, blood vessels and muscles. (Read more about What is Cancer and How it is Caused)
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PSA TEST INADEQUACY
It’s the best screening test we have for prostate cancer, but the latest research shows it falls far short in acceptability. The PSA test has been used for over two decades now to guide treatment for prostate cancer, but how to use it remains blurry at best.
Doctors are not putting the PSA test out to pasture yet, but the latest data reaffirms what we’ve been seeing lately, that it’s not clear what an abnormal PSA value might be and it’s even fuzzier concerning how to address it. (Read more about PSA TEST INADEQUACY)
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 Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
If you've been told you have prostate cancer, you may be overwhelmed. The word cancer itself may be intimidating and you're also faced with the task of deciphering treatment options. Conventional medicine offers many therapies shown to be successful in the management of prostate cancer. However, while exploring your options, you may wonder about alternative prostate cancer treatment and care in South Carolina.
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 Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call (888) 287-5593
Lung cancer is a disease which causes the tissue in the lungs to grow uncontrollably. It is responsible for 1.3 million deaths each year and is the most common form of cancer in men and second most common cancer in women. The causes of lung cancer include smoking, asbestos, radon gas exposure, and viruses. Smoking introduces carcinogens into the lungs and dulls the immune system response. Asbestos and radon gas exposure can be deadly, and viruses have potential to cause cancer in humans. The main treatments include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.
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 Dr. Tauseef Ahmed
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call (888) 850-9152
If you have skin cancer, you know the importance of getting treated by the best doctor possible. Timing is key; the earlier it is detected, the greater the chance that you will be cured. Dr. Tauseef Ahmed of Westchester Oncology & Hematology, serving Manhattan, has dedicated many years to studying skin cancer treatment options for condition such as melanoma and dysplastic nevus. He is an oncologist you can trust.
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 The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 259-3797
Breast Cancer can grow malignant for many women if they aren't given the appropriate guidance and treatment. If you are a female with breast cancer, then your first priority is to turn to a breast cancer surgeon who can help you face this difficult situation with much more comfort and confidence. The staff of breast surgeons at Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery in Westchester, New York performs a wide range of breast procedures using the utmost care and skill as to minimize your pain and make the process towards your recovery as pleasant as possible.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call (888) 287-5593
Have you been recently diagnosed with cancer? This news can dramatically change your outlook on life. You don't have to feel out of control or overwhelmed by cancer. The Osceola Cancer Center wants to remind you that tremendous strides have been made in technology and treatment options. They encourage you to keep hope and visit their office in Celebration, FL for the care you deserve.
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Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
Being diagnosed with cancer can leave a deep empty feeling within you. But there is hope for you at The Immune Recovery Clinic in Maryland, using Alternative Cancer Care.
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 Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale,
NY
10530
Call (888) 281-4568
Do you need to have Spine Surgery? Spine surgery can correct damaged spines and give you relief from the severe back pain you are experiencing. Double Board Certified Dr. Bennie Chiles III practices at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery in Hartsdale, NY. He is an attending neurosurgeon at a number of prominent hospitals in the area.
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 Dr. Helen Pass, M.D.
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
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Dr. Helen Pass, M.D. is a breast cancer surgeon in Westchester. She has specialized in the field of breast cancer surgery and other diseases of the breast. Board certified Dr. Pass, M.D. is on the staff at Lawrence Hospital Center.
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Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
Cancer is a very serious illness which continues to haunt millions of American lives every year. For safe and effective Alternative Cancer Treatment in South Carolina, turn to the team at the Immune Recovery Foundation. This remarkable staff has years of experience in treating a very wide range of cancers of every level of severity. This facility is extremely comfortable and has the most advanced multi-practice technology available proven to ease your pain and improve your condition.
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 Dr Alfred Rosenbaum
Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call (888) 860-7136
Thinking about Positron Emission Tomography (PET)? Avail of the latest in treatment and care at Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx. Board certified Dr. Alfred Rosenbaum is in charge of radiation oncology at the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care. He is also an attending physician and assistant clinical professor in radiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center and consultant-in-charge of brachytherapy at Lenox Hill Hospital.
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The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 259-3797
Are you a woman living with breast cancer? Surgery is a serious option for many women living with cancer, so you would need to be performed on by some of the best minds and hands in advanced surgery. Based in Westchester, New York, the surgeons and professors at Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery are prepared and ready to handle the process surrounding your breast surgery. There, you can find a board-certified and highly trained staff that knows how to treat people living with breast cancer, before, during and after surgery.
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Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
Help yourself breathe easier again by receiving some alternative treatment for your lung cancer. The Immune Recovery Clinic of the Immune Recovery Foundation in Maryland helps patients ease the pain of lung cancer by knocking the immune system back into high gear.
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 Dr. Alfred Rosenbaum
Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call (888) 860-7136
Dr. Alfred Rosenbaum is the chief radiation oncologist at the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care. The highly trained staff there are at the forefront of prostate cancer treatment through the use of Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy and Brachytherapy (seed implantation).
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 Dr. Lucia Boselli
The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call (888) 860-7136
Need cutting edge imaging services? Positron Emission Tomography (PET) represents the very latest innovation in nuclear medicine, making cancer detection much easier. Dr. Lucia Boselli at Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx is a radiation oncology specialist who can give you the treatment you need for your cancer.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call (888) 287-5593
If you or somebody you love has prostrate cancer, it's important to receive treatment from a team of medical professionals who are sensitive to your needs. At the Osceola Cancer Center in Orlando, FL, a team of experts are there to keep you well-informed about your treatment options as well as deliver exceptional care that is appropriate for your specific needs.
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Dr. Tauseef Ahmed
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call (888) 850-9152
With so many doctors to choose from these days, it’'s hard to make a decision without at least some doubt. But if you’re looking for the best skin cancer doctor around, go ahead and lay those doubts to rest; Dr. Tauseef Ahmed serves Manhattan and is the one specialist you'’ll want to have on your side when the going gets tough. He is an authority in the world of oncology and has the resume to show for it.
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 Dr. Bridget Freeman
Atlantis Medical Center PA
1617 Thacker Ave
Jacksonville,
Florida
32207
Call 888-537-5454
Being diagnosed with cancer can be a scary experience. However, with proper care administered by professionals, many have been able to overcome their disorders and lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Dr. Bridget Freeman, MD, has been helping patients with the most innovative Alternative Cancer Treatments for years at the Atlantis Medical Center in Florida. The top priority of Dr. Freedman and her staff is always the individual, so you will be sure to be comfortable every step of the way throughout your treatment.
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 Dr. John C. Nelson
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Ave, Ste 2100
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call (888) 850-9152
Westchester Oncology & Hematology doctors are passionate scientists, expert clinicians and compassionate people - an unsurpassable combination of characteristics that makes our group unique among medical oncology practitioners.
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Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
If you have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, your doctor may have explained to you the treatment options including surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. The Immune Recovery Foundation in South Carolina offers another option for those seeking alternative breast cancer treatment and care.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call (888) 287-5593
Gastric Cancer is a serious life threatening illness that if left unchecked can put an end to everything you hold dear. Your responsibility is to seek immediate medical attention. There are many hospitals that offer quality care, but few that specialize in properly treating the unqiue alements brought about by Gastric Cancer. For this reason, it is important that you contact the Osceola Cancer Center at Osceola, Florida, today and seek the aid of a quality Gastric Cancer Doctor. The Osceola Cancer Center offers experienced and certified Cancer Doctors who are ready to treat your condition, with professional care and effective results.
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