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Skin Cancer Apps 27 Aug 2013 | 09:37 am
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and now a lot of people are using smart phone apps to diagnose, or misdiagnose, themselve… See the original post: Skin Cancer Apps
New minimally invasive technique for melanoma 27 Aug 2013 | 09:32 am
Surgical oncologists are now using laparoscopic procedure to remove lymph nodes, cutting chance of infection and reducing recovery time in half. See the rest here: New minimally invasive technique fo...
Four or more cups of coffee a day may keep prostate cancer recurrence and progression away 27 Aug 2013 | 09:32 am
Coffee consumption is associated with a lower risk of prostate cancer recurrence and progression, according to a new study. Go here to read the rest: Four or more cups of coffee a day may keep prosta...
Researchers develop software tool for cancer genomics 27 Aug 2013 | 09:32 am
Researchers have developed a new bioinformatics software tool designed to more easily identify genetic mutations responsible for cancers. Originally posted here: Researchers develop software tool for...
Thyroid cancer biopsy guidelines should be simplified, researchers say 27 Aug 2013 | 09:32 am
Researchers have called for simplified guidelines on when to biopsy thyroid nodules for cancer, which they say would result in fewer unnecessary biopsies. See the original post: Thyroid cancer biopsy...
Updated St. Gallen International Breast Cancer Guidelines Recognize… 27 Aug 2013 | 09:31 am
Oncotype DX was the only multi-gene test accepted with a strong majority of panelists supporting it as both a prognostic and predictive tool, which led to “a recommendation that selection of patients ...
RIVERSIDE: Cancer organization sets yard sale 27 Aug 2013 | 09:31 am
The Inland Empire Nu-Voices Association, a head and neck cancer nonprofit outreach organization, is holding its annual yard sale from sunup to sundown on Saturday, Aug. 31, and Sunday, Sept. Follow t...
Terminology used to describe preinvasive breast cancer may affect patients’ treatment preferences 27 Aug 2013 | 09:31 am
When ductal carcinoma in situ is described as a high-risk condition rather than cancer, more women report that they would opt for nonsurgical treatments, according to a research letter in JAMA Interna...
Breast Lesions Classified As ‘Probably Benign’ Rarely Turn Out To Be Cancer, Study Finds 27 Aug 2013 | 09:31 am
There’s a lot of talk these days about screening for, diagnosing and treating cancer. Link: Breast Lesions Classified As ‘Probably Benign’ Rarely Turn Out To Be Cancer, Study Finds
Celgene Eyes New Cancer Drug Uses As Stock Thrives 27 Aug 2013 | 09:31 am
It’s seeking wider use for its blockbuster Revlimid, a treatment for blood cancers, and is exploring other ways to diversify its lineup and extend its market reach. Visit link: Celgene Eyes New Cance...
