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Archive for March 23rd, 2012


Asbestos Lung Mesothelioma

Asbestos lung mesothelioma is a rare cancer that can develop in particular lubricating cells that kind a supporting sac across the lungs. It might take between 10 and 60 years to develop, however normally averages 30 to 50 years before victims discover sufficient signs to see a physician. Regardless of its name, it isn’t really [...]

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What Is Mesothelioma – Rare Lung Cancer Overview

This article is a summary about mesothelioma, a rare type of lung cancer. It discusses the causes, threat factors, signs, and prognosis for this disease. Should you take an in depth take a look at your electronic mail spam field, you might even see headings akin to: “Affected by mesothelioma? Call this number to speak [...]

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Salk scientists open new window into how cancers override cellular growth controls

Scientists at the at Salk Institute for Biological Studies have created roundworms that eke out an existence, and even manage to reproduce, relying solely on ALT to maintain telomeres. That study, published March 16 in EMBO Journal, provides a valuable tool to tinker with the ALT pathway and learn how to block it, with a goal of forcing tumor cells to senesce.

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New Evidence Of Cancer-Causing Agent Present In Gaseous Phase Of Cigarette Smoke

A team of researchers led by A. K. Rajasekaran, PhD, Director of the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research, has shown that a key protein involved in cell function and regulation is stopped by a substance present in cigarette smoke. Their work is published online in the American Journal of Physiology – Lung Cell and Molecular Physiology…

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Study Of Selenium Metabolism

Spanish and Danish researchers have developed a method for the in vivo study of the unknown metabolism of selenium, an essential element for living beings. The technique can help clarify whether or not it possesses the anti-tumour properties that have been attributed to it and yet have not been verified through clinical trials…

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Bisphosphonates May Have Protective Effect On Endometrial Cancer

Low bone density medications, such as Fosamax, Boniva and Actonel, may have a protective effect for endometrial cancer, according to a study at Henry Ford Hospital. Endometrial cancer affects more than 45,000 women a year in the U.S., usually in their 60s, although it can occur before 40…

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In The Age Of Information, Physicians Are Still The Most Trusted Source For Parents Of Children With Cancer

Parents and adult caregivers of pediatric cancer patients prefer personal consultations with trusted health care providers over online sources for information about their child’s illness, according to a University at Buffalo research study…

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IBM Watson Computer To Assist Oncologists

Watson, the IBM computer that gained fame by beating human contestants on the US television game show Jeopardy! in February 2011, is to play a new role in helping oncologists diagnose and treat cancer…

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Daily Aspirin – More Benefit Than Risk?

Many people take a low dose of aspirin every day to lower their risk of a further heart attack or stroke, or if they have a high risk of either. While the anticipated benefit is a lower chance of vascular disease, taking daily aspirin is not without danger: for instance it raises the risk of internal bleeding…

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Scientists open new window into how cancers override cellular growth controls

Rapidly dividing cancer cells are skilled at patching up damage that would stop normal cells in their tracks, including wear and tear of telomeres, the protective caps at the end of each chromosome.

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