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But the fortification of foods with folic acid, a B vitamin, may have also led to an unintended consequence: an estimated 15,000 more cases of colon and rectal cancer each year than there otherwise might have been ... But the timetable of the downward trend in neural tube defects exactly corresponds to a significant, sustained upward tick in the rate of cases of colorectal cancer, according to new data from researchers at Tufts University. (Boston Globe)
5 polyps removed from Bush's colon Jul 24, 2007
According to the National Cancer Institute, an estimated 112,340 new cases of colon cancer and 41,420 new cases of rectal cancer will be reported this year. About 52,000 people in the United States will die this year of colon and rectal cancer. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Camp David Trip Includes Bush Colonoscopy Jul 21, 2007
The last time Bush had colon and rectal cancer surveillance was in June 2002. Doctors then advised him to have another colonoscopy in five years. (Click2Houston, TX)
Enzyme Eliminated By Cancer Cells Holds Promise For Cancer Treatment Jul 19, 2007
An enzyme that cancer cells eliminate, apparently so they can keep proliferating, may hold clues to more targeted, effective cancer treatment, scientists say. Dr. Darren Browning, MCG cancer researcher. (Science Daily)
Being Overweight Ups Risk of Colon Cancer Jul 7, 2007
They examined the association between body mass index (BMI) and colorectal cancer incidence in 307,708 men and 209,436 women enrolled in the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study ... During that time, a total of 2,314 men and 1,029 women developed colorectal cancer ... An association was observed between BMI and an increased risk of colon cancer, but not rectal cancer, for both men and women. (MEDLINEplus)
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"Four of the top 10 diseases killing us are related to our diets," he said, referring to diabetes, obesity, coronary heart disease and colon and rectal cancer. "People have to realize there are costs to this so-called 'cheap food.'". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Oceanside plant OK'd to make drug Jun 24, 2007
That's enough drug to treat several thousand patients with colon or rectal cancer, as well as people with non-small-cell lung cancer, Broad said. The company began producing Avastin several months ago during test runs, but because of existing inventory, drugs from the plant are not expected to be delivered to the first patients until late summer, he said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Higher Screening Rates Credited With Drop in Colorectal Cancer Jun 18, 2007
(SOURCES: Durado Brooks, M.D., director of colorectal cancer, American Cancer Society; Bernard Levin, M.D., vice president of cancer prevention, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston; American Cancer Society). SUNDAY, June 17 (HealthDay News) -- Colorectal cancer is on the decline in the United States, but doctors aren't declaring victory just yet against the deadly disease ... "Unfortunately, only about half of individuals who should be screened are not up to date in their... (Health-Finder)
Bringing HDTV From the Living Room to the Procedure Room Jun 16, 2007
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths for men and women combined in the U.S. Compared to conventional systems, high-definition endoscopy, combined with Narrow Band Imaging(TM), provides doctors with sharper images and better contrast, which in turn may help them to better detect lesions during examinations when using the wide-angle colonoscope ... The American Cancer Society (ACS) projects that colon and rectal cancer will kill 55,170 Americans this year... (PR Newswire)
Tory ex-AM set to challenge Opik Jun 11, 2007
Mr Davies, a keen sportsman, had surgery for rectal cancer in 2002 and has since made a full recovery. WHERE I LIVE. (BBC News -- UK)
Stanford Researchers Find Stem Cells In Colorectal Tumors Jun 7, 2007
Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine have identified the cancer stem cells that propagate tumors in colon and rectal cancer, a discovery that could lead to improved treatment of this deadly cancer ... The colorectal cancer stem cells highlight the importance of a protein that is a familiar face to this group of cancer researchers ... A protein called CD44 that has already been found dotting the surface of both breast and head and neck cancer stem cells also turns up on the... (Science Daily)
Stanford researchers identify cancer stem cells Jun 6, 2007
Stanford University School of Medicine researchers have identified cancer stem cells that increase tumors in colon and rectal cancer ... Since coming to Stanford in 2005, he has been part of a team that has identified cancer stem cells in head and neck, pancreatic and now colorectal cancers. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
* Volunteers to help immigrants Jun 3, 2007
But then her "nagging" mother-in-law went under the scalpel for terminal rectal cancer, leaving Phuong Thuy little choice but to take care of her amid two pregnancies. Not until her mother-in-law died last year was Phuong Thuy "finally able to breathe a sigh of relief.". (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Adding up Public Health services Jun 2, 2007
No. 7 in state for colon and rectal cancer. No. 7 in state for child abuse. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Kerk wins battle with cancer May 25, 2007
The former DAP secretary-general was diagnosed with Stage 2 B rectal cancer in 2002. The six weeks after that saw him undergoing surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
* Don't mess with these grannies May 19, 2007
Ji Bok-Yeon, 75, team leader and one of the best roof-tile smashers, said taekwondo is not just a hobby but therapy for her rectal cancer. "Doctors first saved my life by giving me a 30-month anti-cancer treatment and taekwondo then gave me a cure. I no longer take anti-cancer medicines after a nine-year workout," Ji said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
More of this story May 16, 2007
Scholl, 37, was diagnosed with T3 rectal cancer in March, although he suspects it has been developing for as long as two years. The growth started on the inner lining of his rectal tissue and has since spread to the surrounding muscle. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Daily Aspirin May Prevent Bowel Cancer New Study May 14, 2007
Colorectal Cancer News ... A new UK study suggests that a daily dose of 300 mg aspirin reduces the occurrence of colorectal cancer by up to 74 per cent. However, doctors are not recommending it because of possible stomach problems such as bleeding, but it might be a worthwhile precaution for people at high risk of colorectal cancer ... However, they failed to show that aspirin prevents colorectal cancer during ten years of follow up. (Medical News Today)
Valley colon cancer, screening rates linked May 1, 2007
According to data from the state Department of Public Health, the mortality rate for colorectal cancer in six Valley towns is 28 percent higher than that among all state residents ... For the eight years studied, 253 Valley residents died of colon or rectal cancer, 27 ... Schwartz pointed out that colorectal cancer is the third-leading killer among all cancers, but that it is one of the most preventable. (New Haven Register, CT)
Moderate Coffee Drinking Reduces Many Risks, Panel Says May 1, 2007 Nathaniel Wilkerson, 74; moved north to give family a better life Apr 12, 2007 Web Extra: Colorectal cancer is serious disease in the United States Mar 29, 2007 Diet And Exercise Can Lower Cancer Risk Mar 28, 2007 Lymph Nodes Crucial to Colon Cancer Care Mar 21, 2007 Cancer survival better in private care Mar 20, 2007 Follow-up endoscopic surveillance in colorectal cancer patients improves survival Mar 16, 2007 Colorectal Cancer Staging Mar 8, 2007 Researchers identify cell pathway in colon cancer Feb 20, 2007 Texas Family Stages Cancer Treatment Protest Feb 6, 2007 Baptist Hospital starts colorectal cancer network Feb 3, 2007 Big win for BNs Abdul Aziz Jan 29, 2007 Surgical intern's life not like TV Jan 27, 2007 List of Cancers Jan 27, 2007 D-day tomorrow at Batu Talam Jan 27, 2007 BN parties striving to ensure Batu Talam remains under coalition control Jan 25, 2007 Experts: Prognosis is grim for Castro Jan 18, 2007 Cancer deaths decline for second year in a row Jan 18, 2007 Opposition boycott of polls Jan 12, 2007 Cancer Treatment Guided by Availability Jan 11, 2007 Radiation for Pancreatic Cancer Varies by Hospital Jan 11, 2007 Availability may influence cancer treatment decisions Jan 8, 2007 Batu Talam nomination on Jan 16, polling Jan 28 Jan 4, 2007 Cholesterol Drugs Fail to Prevent Colon Cancer in Boston University Study Jan 3, 2007
More thorough analyses and the accumulation of evidence suggest no negative effect on the incidence of colon cancer, and possible protective effects for adenomas of the colon as well as for rectal cancer and liver cancer. Mechanisms which might contribute to a possible anticarcinogenic effect include reduction in cholesterol, bile acid and neutral sterol secretion in the colon, increased colonic motility and reduced exposure of epithelium to carcinogens, the ability of diterpenes to reduce... (Science Daily)
Asia's cancer rate may jump by almost 60 percent by 2020. Apr 24, 2007
The "Westernization" of Asian diets, including rising consumption of alcohol and red meat, is causing higher rates of breast, colon and rectal cancer, Oxford's Parkin said. 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Mr. Wilkerson, a former custodian and bakery worker, died April 9 in his home in Springfield after a four-year battle with colon and rectal cancer. He was 74. (Boston Globe)
Colorectal cancer is serious disease in the United States ... Colorectal cancer accounts for 10 percent of the cancer deaths in this country, according to the American Cancer Society ... The ACS estimates that 26,000 of those lives could be saved if everyone over 50 got screened for colorectal cancer. (Sun Herald, MS -- Living)
For example, studies show broccoli, especially broccoli sprouts, may help prevent colon and rectal cancer. You can control your lifestyle, but not your family history. (CBS News)
"With colon cancer, the stage at which you are diagnosed at the time of the initial surgery predicts your outcome, so it's critical to properly stage the disease," explained Dr. Jerald D. Wishner, director of colon and rectal cancer surgery at Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco, New York ... To learn more about colorectal cancer, visit the ... (SOURCES: George Chang, M.D., assistant professor, surgical oncology, the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston; Jerald D.... (Health-Finder)
Researchers analysed data collected from all West Australians with colon or rectal cancer who sought treatment between 1993 and 2003, to see how they fared. They found men, younger patients, and those in an earlier stage of disease had the best survival rates - but the type of hospital was an even stronger indicator. (The Age)
Study shows, during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, that screening provides best survival benefits for the disease. Colorectal cancer patients who undergo colonoscopic surveillance during follow-up after surgery experience improved survival, according to a study to be published in the April issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology but currently available on-line ... Results of the study suggest that colorectal cancer patients should undergo routine colonoscopic surveillance at one... (EurekAlert!)
Staging outline for colorectal cancer ... The management of colorectal cancer involves an accurate evaluation of its stage ... This is a general outline of the TNM staging for colorectal cancer. (Suite101.com)
"The role of protein tyrosine phosphatase in cancer is still an under-explored area. Our study shows that receptor protein tyrosine phosphatase T regulates an important signaling pathway that is critical in cancer development. This identification will allow new approaches to pharmacological designs and facilitate alternative approaches for cancer treatment, said Wang. With over 52,000 deaths each year, colon and rectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States.... (EurekAlert!)
Avastin is approved for colon and rectal cancer patients. The drug blocks abnormal blood flow to tumors basically starving them. (CBS 11, TX)
s cancer center has created a colorectal cancer network to increase screening convenience and efficiency and guide patients through treatment ... Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the U.S., with 106,680 new cases of colon cancer and 41,930 new cases of rectal cancer in 2006, according to the. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
The Batu Talam seat fell vacant after Tengku Paris, 66, died of rectal cancer on Dec 27. Related Stories. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
"9 a.m. - Becher has a rare free moment. He finds a computer to put in his notes from the morning."It's so unpredictable that I try and get reports done when I can," he said.Becher is never quite sure where the day will take him. He's scheduled for a 3 p.m. surgery that will help close the surgical wound of a man who has rectal cancer, but even that is subject to change.After punching his notes into the computer, Becher visits with patients, checking vital signs and asking them questions."You... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
There are many common cancers and many more not-so-common ones. Cancer is actually a large and diverse group of diseases. (Suite101.com)
The seat fell vacant after its assemblyman Datuk Tengku Paris Tengku Razlan died of rectal cancer on Dec 27. The BN banner on display in the small town of Cheroh, Raub in the Batu Talam byelection campaign. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
The Batu Talam seat fell vacant after its assemblyman Datuk Tengku Paris Tengku Razlan died of rectal cancer on Dec 27. Polling has been fixed on Jan 28. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
My impression is he's in deep trouble,'' said Floriano Marchetti, a surgeon specializing in colon and rectal cancer at the University of Miami. This sounds like a problem that could kill anybody. (Yahoo News -- Cuba)
The most significant decline was found in colon and rectal cancer, which the ACS attributed to increased screening and early detection. Lung cancer remains the top cancer killer among both men and women. (Washington Times)
Some 13 years later, its two-term assemblyman since 1999, Datuk Tengku Paris Tengku Razlan, 66, succumbed to rectal cancer on Dec 27. And so, the mood was set for yet another by-election for the 10,525 residents eligible to vote, according to the Election Commission. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Radiotherapy has been shown to be beneficial in rectal cancer treatment, but its effectiveness in treating pancreatic cancer is questionable ... In contrast, the availability of radiotherapy had no impact on its use in rectal cancer patients. (Health-Finder)
The study found no such disparity, however, among more than 9,000 people treated during the same period for rectal cancer, a cancer for which evidence clearly supports the effectiveness of radiation therapy ... She and her colleagues based their findings on government data for more than 10,000 Medicare recipients who underwent surgery for pancreatic or rectal cancer ... Among those with rectal cancer, 29 percent treated at hospitals with on-site radiation facilities underwent this therapy after... (MEDLINEplus)
In contrast, availability of radiotherapy had no impact on its utilization in patients diagnosed and treated for rectal cancer for which radiation has been shown to have significant benefits ... Patients with rectal cancer were equally likely to receive radiation whether or not their treating facility provided that service. (EurekAlert!)
The Batu Talam seat fell vacant on Dec 27 after the assemblyman, Datuk Tengku Paris Tengku Razlan, 65, died of rectal cancer. In the 2004 general election, Tengku Paris won by a 2,761vote majority after securing 5,414 votes, beating PAS candidate Dr Mohamed Nilam Abdul Manap who obtained 2,653 votes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Now researchers from Boston University School of Medicine found regular use of statins such as Pfizer Inc.'s Lipitor and Merck & Co.'s Zocor over at least three months had no effect on the risk of colon or rectal cancer ... Based on my data, I do not believe statins will reduce the risk of colorectal cancer ... An American Cancer Society study published last year found the drugs didn't lower colorectal cancer rates in 130,000 people who were surveyed. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
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