Lung Cancer: Why the Guilt Trip?
Dr. Mark Kris presents some hard facts about the incidence of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the importance of adjusting our attitudes toward lung cancer patients.
Category : Cancer & Oncology : Health & Medical
Asbestos Related Conditions
Asbestos is a type of mineral fiber that is used for insulation and strengthening. This mineral fiber was used as the raw material for various products until 1973 but later discontinued when its harmful properties became evident. The fiber's harmful properties can lead to serious illnesses and
Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment Overview (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [N
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Lung Cancer Stage 4 Treatments
Despite advances in treatment, lung cancer remains the top cause of cancer deaths among both men and women. One of the reasons lung cancer is so deadly, according to the Mayo Clinic, is that it doesn't produce symptoms until it is in later stages. The last stage is stage 4, in which the cancer has s
Using MRI to Detect Breast Cancer
WebMD looks at the use of MRI scans for detecting breast cancer.
Mesothelioma Prevention and Precaution
Regardless of the industry you're involved in, as long as it involves handling asbestos materials, there is a possibility of contracting mesothelioma cancer in the long term. However, by adopting basic prevention and precautionary measures, the effects can be minimized.
What Prostate Cancer Treatment Is Right For You
The population of men nearing the age of their forties and fifties are at risk for prostate cancer. The average age of men afflicted with this type of cancer is sixty-five and accounts for seventy-five percent of the cases of this cancer. An abnormal growth of the prostate requires some testing to d
BRCA2 Mutation Carriers, Reproductive Factors and Breast Cancer
Mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes dramatically increase the risk of breast cancer.
How to Treat Lung Cancer Caused By Melanoma
Once spread to the lungs, asbestos caused melanoma cancer can be extremely difficult to treat. Although today, there exists three different options available for the treatment of this type of cancer.
Genetics of Breast and Ovarian Cancer (PDQ®): Genetics - Health Professional Information [NCI]-Psych
IntroductionPsychosocial research in the context of cancer genetic testing helps to define psychological outcomes, interpersonal and familial effects, and cultural and community responses. It also identifies behavioral factors that encourage or impede screening and other health behaviors. It can enh
Skin Cancer Linked to Frequent Driving
You might want to slather on the sunscreen before getting behind the wheel -- early research results suggest driving a lot can raise your chances of skin cancer.
Mesothelioma Lawyers Helping You Claim Compensation
Asbestos related cancers are killers. For over 5 decades people worked with and were exposed to asbestos on an everyday occurrence unaware of the harmful fibres within asbestos products they were being exposed too. Nowadays, asbestos products are more regulated, however it has been reported that the
What Are the Available Treatments For Prostate Cancer?
There are many prostate cancer treatments available in the market and you should consider several factors before taking any of them. First, you need to consult with your doctor so you can get proper diagnosis and find out the grade and stage of the cancer. Then you should also consider about your ag
Prognostic and Predictive Biomarkers in Early Stage NSCLC
Why is there an urgent need to search for new individual biomarkers and gene signatures in tumor tissue for patients with NSCLC?
Panel Blasts Mammogram Guidelines
A panel of breast cancer screening experts today blasted new government guidelines that recommend against routine annual mammograms.
More Static About Cell Phone Safety
The static about cell phone safety has prompted the wireless industry to take action. Cell phone makers will soon be required to disclose information on radiation levels produced by their phones.
Breast Implant on a Mammogram
What does a breast implant look like on your mammogram? See an image of a silicone breast implant on a mammogram. Learn why mammograms help with early detection and screening for breast cancer.
Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI
Hydatidiform Mole (HM)HM (molar pregnancy) is disease limited to the uterine cavity. Gestational Trophoblastic NeoplasiaDefinitions: FIGOThe Féderation Internationale de Gynécologie et d'Obstétrique (FIGO) and the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) have designated staging to define ...
Toward a Better Management of Older Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Significant progress has been made in the treatment of younger AML patients, but survival rates among older patients are poor.
Asbestos Symptoms - The Rich And Famous Are No Exception!
Asbestos symptoms have proven to be a harbinger of doom for some of the worlds most gifted and talented people who had the one misfortune of being over exposed to asbestos at some point in their lives. By the time symptoms appear the likelihood of mesothelioma is very high.