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Breast cancer Articles
Breast cancer News : Peregrine reports positive results from Phase II breast cancer trial Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:22:31 GMT Researchers at the B.C. Cancer Agency say they are one step closer to understanding breast cancer, due to research centred on stem cells. They say it may help find ways to identify and shut down stem ...Breast cancer News : Newspapers Examine Developments In Breast Cancer Detection, Surgery Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:52 GMT Two newspapers on Tuesday published articles related to breast cancer detection and surgery. Summaries appear below.~ AP/Washington Post: The AP/Post examined two experimental technologies that aim to improve breast cancer detection among women with dense breasts.Akron Racers to Host "Together Breast Cancer Event" Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:31:59 GMT Akron, OH-The Akron Racers will host their annual "Together Against Breast Cancer Night" at Firestone Stadium when the team plays the league-leading Philadelphia Force, Saturday June 5 at 7:05pm. The Racers have been a supporter of various breast cancer related projects for nearly 10 years.Targeted Therapies To Lead New Wave Of Breast Cancer Treatments Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:13:22 GMT Rising public awareness about breast cancer and the treatments available has greatly improved revenues in the overall breast cancer therapeutics market. To thrive in this highly competitive market, drug developers must offer drugs that improve survival rates and the quality of life. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan, U.S.One Dose Of IOERT Is Equal To Six Weeks Of Radiation For Breast Cancer Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:13:42 GMT Many women with breast cancer may not need six weeks of daily radiation after surgery. This explosive finding was made public at the recent International Society of Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (ISIORT) conference held in Madrid, Spain earlier this month. A Single Dose of Radiation is Enough Renowned surgeon Dr.African-American women tested earlier for breast cancer Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:25:48 GMT In Queens and throughout the country, African-American women, who are more likely to die of breast cancer than white women, are being diagnosed with the disease early on, a trend that has reduced the number of diagnoses at the most advanced stage, according to a newly-released study.Caring workers take Moonwalk for breast cancer charities Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:42:20 GMT A TEAM from Castle Douglas Garden Hill Primary Care Centre took part in the recent MoonWalk in Edinburgh. Their effort raised a whopping £3,500 for breast cancer causes.Annual tea to discuss breast cancer Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:17:42 GMT Lawrence Memorial Hospital is hosting the 10th annual Betsy Beisecker Memorial Tea from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday to raise awareness about breast cancer.Celina man runs for the breast cancer cure Thu, 03 Jul 2008 06:12:21 GMT Jay Jordane, 54, of Celina was one of more than 13,000 runners and walkers supporting breast cancer research and awareness Saturday at the Susan G. Komen North Texas Race for the Cure in Plano.HMC plans high-tech facilities for early detection of breast cancer Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:52:12 GMT DOHA ⢠The Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is planning to set up a state-of-the-art screening centre for early detection of breast cancer. The project is part of an early intervention programme launched by HMC to treat the increasing incidents of breast cancer among women.Dodgy doctor prescribes breast cancer drugs to men Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:51:44 GMT A Brisbane doctor who illegally prescribed cheap breast cancer drugs to men has offered to pay back nearly $30,000 her patients received in government health subsidies.Volunteers Sought For Breast Cancer Program Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:51:32 GMT Women and men who are breast cancer survivors and others who are concerned about breast health issues can become volunteers at the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program in Garden City, New York Volunteers can help by doing outreach to the community, office work, fund raising and publicity, as well as by answering hotline calls.Hospital staff were overworked and undertrained on breast cancer testing, inquiry told Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:07:19 GMT The chief of pathology at St. Clare's Hospital in St. John's told a public inquiry that there was little training and a great deal of controversy over the hormone receptor tests the hospital botched for women with breast cancer. Two clinics offer tests to detect breast cancer Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:39:37 GMT doha ⢠The Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has set up two clinics offering tests for women to detect breast cancer and other abnormalities. The facilities are open for Qatari and non-Qatari women aged above 40 years.Technology breakthrough for breast cancer detection Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:34:52 GMT Breast cancer specialists hope two new pieces of digital technology will improve the early detection and accurate diagnosis of breast cancer. The digital Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) breast scanner and MRI breast biopsy system were launched at Auckland's Ascot clinic today.New targeted treatment promising in breast cancer Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:19:06 GMT An novel investigational chemotherapy regimen targeting both a mutated protein called p53 and tumor blood vessels "has complementary and potent antitumor activity and could define a new strategy for suppression of advanced breast cancers," Dr. Yayun Liang reported at the Department of Defense's annual Era of Hope breast cancer meeting that just wrapped in Baltimore, Maryland.ERMA's Recommendation To Continue The Use Of Endosulfan In New Zealand Dismays Breast Cancer Network Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:14:02 GMT Breast Cancer Network NZ is very disturbed that ERMA has not recommended a ban on the use of the pesticide endosulfan in New Zealand. This acutely toxic organochlorine chemical has been used so widely that it is found in our food and water and is a contaminant of the environment and animal tissues all over the world.CORRECTIONS: Weekly Paclitaxel in the Adjuvant Treatment of Breast Cancer Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:27:12 GMT Weekly Paclitaxel in the Adjuvant Treatment of Breast Cancer . During the editing of this article, all instances of "hazard ratio" were changed to "odds ratio." "Hazard ratio" is the ...New weapon in breast cancer battle Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:54:58 GMT New Zealand women can now access the latest high-tech diagnosis for breast cancer. The scan is capable of picking up 95% of tumours - even cancers as tiny as a grain of rice.Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Reports Positive Early Results in Phase II Study of Bavituximab in Breast Cancer Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:30:00 GMT Peregrine Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today reported that its lead product candidate bavituximab achieved the pre-specified Stage 1 primary endpoint in its ongoing Phase II clinical trial in patients with metastatic breast cancer.S.C. Lawmakers Announce Breast Cancer Screening Funding Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:41:17 GMT State lawmakers announced Tuesday that state money will go to help women get breast cancer screenings. The Best Chance Network will get $2 million in state money, to go along with the federal money it already gets. That money will help thousand of low-income, uninsured women get screened.Britain's 1st baby guaranteed free from hereditary breast cancer Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:08:50 GMT Click here for more Take KARE health news A British woman is pregnant with a baby that does not carry the hereditary breast cancer gene. She and her husband used embryoState To Produce Breast Cancer Plates Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:03:26 GMT Residents are likely going to see a lot more drivers with a new specialty license plate promoting breast cancer awareness.New targeted treatment promising in breast cancer Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:26:20 GMT NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - An novel investigational chemotherapy regimen targeting both a mutated protein called p53 and tumor blood vessels "has complementary and potent antitumor activity and could define a new strategy for suppression of advanced breast cancers," Dr. Yayun Liang reported at the Department of Defense's annual Era of Hope breast cancer meeting that just wrapped in Baltimore, ...Chemotherapy may reduce fertility in breast cancer survivors, study says Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:04:07 GMT Chemotherapy may reduce fertility in breast cancer survivors, according to a study led by researchers at Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.McCook Rebels take on breast cancer Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:50:12 GMT Grant Strunk/McCook Daily Gazette Keep up the fight; we are behind you all the way McCook Rebels 16 and under and 14 and under wore pink ribbons in support of their friend Linda Grabowski (Center) and all other women who are fighting or have fought breast cancer.Syndicated Radio Personality Ebony 'Steele' Arrington Continues the Fight Against Breast Cancer as National Ambassador ... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:00:00 GMT Susan G. Komen for the Cure® today announced that, Ebony "Steele" Arrington, syndicated radio personality, has pledged her support in the battle against breast cancer by becoming the newest ambassador for Circle of Promise, a campaign from Komen for the Cure to engage African American women and encourage them to take charge of their breast health.Data Published in Anticancer Research Show ChemoFx(R) Assay Results Correlate With Outcomes in Breast Cancer Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:00:00 GMT Precision Therapeutics Inc. announced today that results from the ChemoFx® Assay, a cell-based test that examines the response of a specific patient's tumor to various chemotherapies, correlate with pathologic complete response in breast cancer patients treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy.U.K. woman conceives breast cancer gene-free baby Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:26:46 GMT A British woman is 14 weeks pregnant after conceiving the country's first baby guaranteed to be free of a hereditary breast cancer, doctors have revealed.Targeted Therapies to Lead New Wave of Breast Cancer Treatments Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:56:43 GMT Rising public awareness about breast cancer and the treatments available has greatly improved revenues in the overall breast cancer therapeutics market. To thrive in this highly competitive market, drug developers must offer drugs that improve survival rates and the quality of life.Baby Guaranteed Never To Get Hereditary Breast Cancer Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:28:31 GMT A 27-year-old British woman is three months pregnant, and the baby girl she hopes to deliver is guaranteed not to get the hereditary form of breast cancer.Skeptics question ‘breast cancer-free’ baby claim Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:09:21 GMT Using  genetic screening and in vitro fertilization, a British couple have conceived a daughter who will supposedly be âbreast cancer free.â But a medical expert warns the claim is misleading: âDamoclesâ sword is still hanging over her head.âWeekend fundraiser for breast cancer $s Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:09:15 GMT A fundraiser scheduled for this weekend will benefit the Peterborough Breast Cancer Support Group. Set to begin at 4 p.m. Saturday (July 5) at the Rock Haven on Lansdowne Street West, the music lineup includes performances by Bobby Watson, 3 Wheel Drive and Kevin Busby.Efforts Seek To Raise Breast Cancer Awareness Among Black Women, Encourage Minority Students To Seek Health Care ... Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:13:02 GMT The following summarizes articles related to addressing racial and ethnic health disparities. Clinton County, Ohio: Premier Community Health has created the "My Sister's Keeper" program, which offers no-cost breast cancer education parties, the Wilmington News Journal reports. The program is funded by the Avon Foundation and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure's Greater Cincinnati affiliate.Longaberger Horizon of Hope to Raise Money for American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Initiatives Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:27:12 GMT The Longaberger Company is kicking off its 2008 Horizon of Hope campaign with a special offer that will enable customers to buy Horizon of Hope products at a 20 percent discount while also supporting American Cancer Society breast cancer research and education initiatives.Calendar sales to aid breast cancer awareness Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:05:48 GMT An 18-month calendar is on sale in Albany with proceeds going to the cancer group Breast Friends of Portland. The calendar runs from July 2008 to December 2009.Woman 14 weeks pregnant with first British baby guaranteed NOT to get hereditary breast cancer Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:26 GMT A woman is pregnant with the first baby in Britain guaranteed not to get hereditary breast cancer - despite the fact that the gene is carried on the father's side.$3.3 million raised for breast cancer Sun, 29 Jun 2008 21:48:46 GMT Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Rocky Mountains event raised $3.3 million for local breast cancer organizations this weekend, organizers said in a news release.Breast cancer treatment to be focus of Murrieta seminar Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:35:34 GMT On July 10, Michelle's Place will host a free seminar on the latest treatment options for those with breast cancer.Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R)'s Circle of Promise to Mobilize African American Women Against Breast Cancer at 2008 ... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT WHAT:Dawn Zulueta lends her help for the early detection of breast cancer Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:45:34 GMT Si Dawn Zulueta ang isa sa endorsers ng I Can Serve Foundation, na ang advocacy ay may kinalaman sa kampanya for the early detection of breast cancer among women.Caution on breast cancer predictor Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:09:29 GMT WOMEN as young as 18 could have a simple mouth swab to determine how likely they are to develop breast cancer but doctors warn the results could cause serious psychological stress and would not identify all women at risk.Odanacatib, an Investigational Cathepsin K Inhibitor, Reduced Markers of Bone Turnover in Women with Breast Cancer and ... Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT EDINBURGH, Scotland----Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ, USA, which operates in many countries as Merck Sharp & Dohme or MSD, announced results of a new study in which its investigational selective cathepsin K inhibitor odanacatib reduced measures of bone turnover in women with breast cancer that has spread to the bones .Regular check-ups best preventative for breast cancer Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:20:33 GMT 07-02-08, 6:00 p.m. C.S.T.-...'Designer baby' to be free from breast cancer Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:36:05 GMT A British woman has made history by conceiving the country's first "designer baby" guaranteed to be free from hereditary breast cancer.Nutrition Wise: Margarine, Breast Feeding, Breast Cancer and Soy Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:34:12 GMT By Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDN - Q: Why does my doctor suggest that I avoid soy foods while I am taking an anti-estrogen medication to treat breast cancer? Q: How can I tell whether my baby gets enough milk if I breastfeed? Q: With all the margarine choices today, how can I tell which is best?Dying mom gets wish to see daughters graduate Thu, 03 Jul 2008 23:10:24 GMT Diagnosed in 2002 with an aggressive and deadly form of breast cancer, Mary Burnett vowed to see her twin daughters graduate from high school.Breast cancer gene removed from baby Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:39:58 GMT Britain's first baby guaranteed to be genetically free from hereditary breast cancer has been conceived, medical officials say.The mother's embryos were screened to remove an inherited gene from her husband, whose sister, mother, grandmother and cousin were all stricken with breast cancer, The Sunday Times of London reported.The pregnant woman had produced 11 embryos, of which five were found to ...Baby to be born free of breast cancer after embryo screening Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:51:31 GMT London, June 29 : A woman is pregnant with the UK's first baby guaranteed to be free from hereditary breast cancer. |
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