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More colon screenings needed to cut cancer

Kentucky has the highest incidence rate of colon cancer in the country, and health experts say it is not likely to decline without a substantial increase in patient screening.

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UK study shows abuse may affect cancer-related well-being in female patients

A new study by University of Kentucky researchers shows evidence that certain forms of abuse negatively influence women cancer patients’ quality of life.

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Music Therapy Can Speed Recovery Time in Mesothelioma Patients Undergoing Surgery

Surgery is one of the treatment options for mesothelioma patients. However, it often comes with significant pain and an extended recovery.  Now, researchers report that music therapy can be used with surgical patients to help reduce both pain and recovery time. According to a study from the University of Kentucky, patients who were exposed to …

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New Study Shows Promise in Using RNA Nanotechnology to Treat Cancers and Viral Infections

A new study by University of Kentucky researchers shows promise for developing ultrastable RNA nanoparticles that may help treat cancer and viral infections by regulating cell function and binding to cancers without harming surrounding tissue.

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Cancer Screening Saved Local Woman’s Life

She had a virus which can lead to cancer, but didn’t know it. Now, a woman from Northern Kentucky is telling her story in hopes that others will sign up for free screenings that helped save her life.

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Conformal High Dose Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy for Disease to Thoracic and Lumbar Spine

Condition :   Vertebral Metastasis Intervention :   Radiation: Conformal High Dose Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy Sponsors :   University of Kentucky;   University of Kentucky Recruiting – verified July 2012

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A Protocol of Irinotecan for Carcinoma of the Lung

Condition :   Lung Cancer Intervention :   Drug: Irinotecan Sponsors :   University of Kentucky;   University of Kentucky Not yet recruiting – verified July 2012

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Study of the Day: Cancer Patients with Side Effects Might Find Relief

According to a new study by the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, an ancient form of touch therapy, Jin Shin Jyutsu, may assuage the side effects of cancer treatment.

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Pain And Nausea In Cancer Patients Reduced By Touch Therapy

Just one session of Jin Shin Jyutsu, an ancient form of touch therapy similar to acupuncture in philosophy achieved a considerable improvement in side effects of cancer treatment. Jennifer Bradley, a Jin Shin Jyutsu integrative practitioner from the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center presented the new study at the 2012 Markey Cancer Center Research Day…

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Cancer Therapies Affect Cognitive Functioning Among Breast Cancer Survivors

Newswise – Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center and colleagues at the University of South Florida and University of Kentucky have found that breast cancer survivors who have had chemotherapy, radiation or both do not perform as well on some cognitive tests as women who have not had cancer.

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