Cuba approves first therapeutic vaccine for lung cancer Aug 28, 2008
Unlike chemotherapy, CimaVax EGF is said to have few side effects because it is a modified protein which attacks only cancer cells ... The idea was to "maintain or consolidate" the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. (Yahoo News -- Cuba)
HEALTH BLOG: Digging into the latest cancer studies Aug 28, 2008
Kennedy probably will undergo radiation therapy for seven weeks and take a chemotherapy pill called. George Washington University neurosurgeon Fabio Roberti says a final diagnosis probably will take a couple more days. (USA Today -- Money)
Opinion: Singapore system best for SA Aug 28, 2008
The accounts can, however, also be used to pay for expensive outpatient care such as chemotherapy, renal dialysis, or antiretroviral drugs. The Singapore government also established the Medishield, Medifund and Eldershield funds. (iAfrica.com)
Combination Therapy Helps to Combat Myeloma Aug 28, 2008
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 27 (HealthDay News) -- Patients with multiple myeloma who could not tolerate high dose chemotherapy lived longer and better by adding the drug Velcade to standard treatment, a new study found ... " Dr. Bart Kamen, chief medical officer of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, thinks this new drug combination could be a real benefit for myeloma patients who aren't eligible for high-dose chemotherapy or a transplant. "We are in a new era in the treatment of myeloma," Kamen said. "We... (Health-Finder)
Cancer mum denied pills Aug 28, 2008
Amy Meehan, 21, was given chemotherapy and radiotherapy for an inoperable tumour, which she has a 40 per cent chance of surviving. But she was violently ill dropping to less than seven stone and her consultant recommended anti-sickness pill Ondansetron. (The Sun)
White flashes in child's eye may be cancer, charity warns Aug 28, 2008
Rowan is now having chemotherapy and doctors say that the quick action of her mother's friends could have saved her life, though she will lose an eye. Mrs Robb, who also has a one-year-old daughter, Lileth, first began chatting to Rowan's mother over the internet when they were both pregnant. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Optimism, Mastery Help Cancer Patients Cope Aug 28, 2008
To better understand the role of a person's emotional resources in handling these symptoms, the researchers had 214 patients undergoing chemotherapy complete a 10-week symptom control intervention program, with a nurse's assistance. All study participants were interviewed at the beginning of the study, at 10 weeks, and then again at 16 weeks. (MEDLINEplus)
Three New Ways to Pay for College Aug 28, 2008
Despite the difficulty of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, she continued studying law, and her blog, which was originally meant as a place to reflect on law school, turned into a way to keep loved ones informed about her health. In the fall, while surfing the Net, Klein came across a blogging competition for the best student blog on CollegeScholarships. (ABC News)
Jade Goody: Think of your kids, says cancer mum Aug 27, 2008
At first I was OK with the chemotherapy ... Depending on your treatment, you may have the sort of chemotherapy that makes you lose your hair. (Mirror.co.uk)
Kidney stones nearly derailed speech, niece says Aug 27, 2008
But Kennedy was determined to deliver the speech that he had practiced in Cape Cod while he was undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments for the cancer, Caroline Kennedy said in an interview with the Globe ... Since then he has been receiving chemotherapy and radiation treatments, which weaken his immune system, making it risky for the lawmaker to be around large crowds ... Patients with a brain tumor like Kennedy's typically receive six weeks of daily radiation therapy, and then... (Boston Globe)
Dylan\'s leukemia is in remission but that doesn\'t mean his treatment\'s over. Aug 27, 2008
The better news is that, by the end of May when he began his third round of chemotherapy and was about to begin his fourth treatment, the leukemia was in remission ... Dylan still has the port through which various medications and his chemotherapy are injected, and he sees his physicians weekly. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Ex-NBA star Tisdale has part of leg amputated Aug 27, 2008
Tisdale was still undergoing chemotherapy when he told the AP in June that I feel better than ever. Im excited. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Former NBA player Tisdale has part of right leg amputated Aug 27, 2008
Tisdale was still undergoing chemotherapy when he told the AP in June that "I feel better than ever. I'm excited. I've got a whole new look on life. I look at life on a whole 'nother radar.". Tisdale told the AP that his latest album, "Rebound," was inspired by his ongoing fight against the cancer. (USA Today -- Sports)
Census: Fewer Americans lack health insurance Aug 27, 2008
Meanwhile, her mother is so dragged down by her reaction to the chemotherapy that she "can barely do things for herself," Sharp said. And even relatively modest fees threaten to cut short her mother's chemotherapy treatments. (CNN)
Potential Diabetes Treatment Selectively Kills Autoimmune Cells From Human Patients Aug 27, 2008
To lessen the impact of chemotherapy on bone marrow cancer patients, hematologists are recruiting the patients' own immune systems to help. White. (Science Daily)
Burning Incense Increases Risk Of Respiratory Tract Cancers Aug 27, 2008
In efforts to boost the effectiveness of anti-cancer drugs, a new method called intra-peritoneal hyperthermic chemotherapy works by flushing a heated. . (Science Daily)
Determined to give speech, Kennedy left hospital bed Aug 27, 2008
Their first concern was that the pain was somehow related to his cancer, or the chemotherapy and radiology he had undergone, and that it had been complicated by the long flight or the high altitude of the city. A visit to a local hospital Sunday night revealed it was kidney stones and was unrelated to his cancer. (International Herald Tribune)
Cancer diagnosis spurs acts of giving back Aug 27, 2008
Diagnosed two years ago with Stage 3 breast cancer, Amy Paterson traipsed to nearly 150 medical visits: chemotherapy, radiation, a double mastectomy, physical therapy, an exercise study, nutrition consultations and more. A young public relations professional, Paterson could put the job on hold. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Woman spotted pal's baby had cancer in photo on internet Aug 27, 2008
Now, the child has had laser treatment to reduce the large tumour and is responding well to chemotherapy ... Treatment includes lasers, cryotherapy (freezing), thermotherapy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery. (Mirror.co.uk)
Devoted bus driver Aug 27, 2008
Childers is recovering from uterine cancer and can't return to the job of carrying children to and from school until she finishes with chemotherapy in December. She said the award "made me feel so good at a time when I was beginning to wonder what I'd done wrong.". (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
In emotional tribute, Kennedy passes torch Aug 27, 2008
Kennedy defied his doctors' worries that exposure to crowds would threaten his immune system, already compromised by chemotherapy. Kennedy flew to Denver Sunday night, going directly to a hospital to check his condition. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Doylecompares Obama to JFK Aug 27, 2008
Strickler, now 58, went bankrupt paying for cancer treatments for her husband, William Thompson Strickler, after they discovered their insurance didn't cover his chemotherapy or radiation treatments. Her husband died in 2005 at age 54, Strickler said in a telephone interview with The Associated Press. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Battle against nerves: Neurofibromatosis can leave some sufferers with bumps where tumors attack nerves Aug 27, 2008
In rare cases, tumors may become malignant and are treated as other cancers would be, with radiation or chemotherapy. Lancaster underwent separate surgeries to remove tumors on her lung and neck, which were encroaching on her spine and becoming painful. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Chemo mum denied her 'too expensive' anti-sickness pills.. costing ... Aug 27, 2008
Amy, who had gruelling chemotherapy and radiotherapy, was put on Ondansetron, also known as Zofran, at St James's hospital, Leeds, to stop vomiting. The drug was a great help. (Mirror.co.uk)
NHS funding 'risk to cancer care' Aug 27, 2008
And over the coming years chemotherapy and radiotherapy are also expected to be included. The approach in England does differ form other countries that adopted similar systems. (BBC News)
Ailing Ted Kennedy Addresses DNC Aug 26, 2008
His physicians had been wary of the trip, especially his exposure to crowds, given the weakness of his immune system after weeks of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. The brain cancer was diagnosed after he collapsed in May in Hyannis Port, Mass. (CBS News)
'The torch will be passed again,' Kennedy vows to jubilant convention Aug 26, 2008
"Friends expressed concern whether Kennedy was taking a medical risk by making the journey. Because the senator completed a series of radiation and chemotherapy treatments late last month, his immune system has been compromised. Those close to Kennedy are leery about having him around large crowds.High-altitude destinations such as mile-high Denver can be troublesome for cancer patients, said Dr. Deepa Subramaniam, director of the Brain Tumor Center at Georgetown University's Lombardi... (Boston Globe)
Favourite son to retire after beating cancer twice Aug 26, 2008
The following year, as he prepared to make his comeback, Ramanauskas' doctors discovered that the tumour had grown back, and he would need another round of treatment, including surgery and chemotherapy. Again he fought through it and last year made an emotional return to football via Essendon's VFL affiliate the Bendigo Bombers, before being placed back on Essendon's senior list this year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
DiagnoCure receives approval from the U.S. regulatory authorities and launches its Previstage(TM) GCC Colorectal Cancer Staging Test Aug 26, 2008
Most of these patients do not receive additional therapies such as chemotherapy. Previstage(TM) GCC provides clinicians with significantly more accurate information for staging a patient with colorectal cancer that will increase their confidence in making critical treatment decisions. (Canada Newswire)
Edward Kennedy's speech thrills Democrats Aug 26, 2008
Kennedy had brain surgery on June 2 and has remained mostly out of the public eye while undergoing chemotherapy. In the last 48 years, the senator has attended all but two Democratic National Conventions and has spoken at the last eight. (Los Angeles Times)
On cue, Ted Kennedy rallies his troops Aug 26, 2008
After surgery and intensive chemotherapy and radiation treatments, he had kept to himself, his family and his sailboat in Hyannis Port, Mass. but for a brief appearance in the Senate to cast a decisive vote for Medicare legislation on July 10. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Clinton-Obama tension threatens to boil over Aug 26, 2008
Senator Ted Kennedy, an early backer of Mr Obama s, was expected to make an emotionally charged appearance after surgery and a six-week course of chemotherapy for a malignant brain tumour. Page 1 of 3. (Times Online)
What makes pancreatic cancer so deadly? Aug 26, 2008
It's given in combination with [a chemotherapy called. In a large randomized , [the combination of the two drugs] was shown to improve upon Gemcitabine alone. (Scientific American)
Prostate Cancer Test 'Bounce' No Worry Aug 26, 2008
Patients typically become extremely anxious and may even have unnecessary chemotherapy or hormone treatment if they have a temporary rise in PSA.. Robert J. Cole, MD, a prostate cancer specialist at the Cancer Center in Morristown, N.J., who was not involved with the study, agrees. (Yahoo News -- Prostate Cancer)
* When to say, enough is enough Aug 26, 2008
It was time for chemotherapy, which Hill said he knew could not cure him but might slow the cancers progress and prolong his life ... Patients with a shorter survival time, they found, had a trend toward increased chemotherapy during their last three months of life and had increased overall aggressiveness of care but did not have improvement in survival ... The team concluded, Our findings suggest that in the presence of rapidly progressive disease, aggressive care measures like new... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Life after life Aug 26, 2008
Well, I m not sure that the size of the church or the amount of those praying makes any difference as to whether or not prayers are heard and our requests are granted but, though I had to endure some miserable times of chemotherapy, I was healed and quite quickly. My doctor was tickled and very pleased ; but not as ecstatic as I was. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Anti-cancer Flower Power: Researchers Combat Cancer With A Jasmine-based Drug Aug 26, 2008
Many tumours that are initially responsive to chemotherapy can develop resistance ... 24, 2004) The discovery of a new compound by Michigan State University researchers could lead to improved chemotherapy treatments for different types of cancers potentially with fewer side. (Science Daily)
Going eye tech Aug 26, 2008
"She gave me a big hug and said, 'You saved my life.' I don't know if she was to get radiation or injectable chemotherapy, but we caught it in time to save her eye and save her life. If left unattended, ocular melanoma metastasizes to the liver.". Although Miller does retinal scans as an individual examination, he prefers to incorporate them as part of a comprehensive eye examination. (Durango Herald)
Ailing Kennedy refuses to miss big event Aug 26, 2008
"I have a headache from the altitude today. I can't imagine what it's like for someone who's got radiation, chemotherapy and has to take a battery of drugs.". He was introduced by his niece Caroline Kennedy, who said her uncle had been "inspired all over again" by Barack Obama. (USA Today)
Normalizing tumor vessels to improve cancer therapy Aug 26, 2008
Chemotherapy drugs often never reach the tumors they're intended to treat, and radiation therapy is not always effective, because the blood vessels feeding the tumors are abnormal"leaky and twisty" in the words of the late Judah Folkman, MD, founder of the Vascular Biology program at Children's Hospital Boston. Now, Vascular Biology researchers have discovered an explanation for these abnormalities that could, down the road, improve chemotherapy drug delivery. (EurekAlert!)
Will Ted Kennedy Speak in Denver? Aug 26, 2008
In June, he underwent surgery to remove parts of the highly malignant tumor, and he has been undergoing chemotherapy since then ... One effect of the chemotherapy treatments is to suppress the immune system, which is why Kennedy's doctors and his wife were reluctant to approve a trip to Denver that might expose him to the germs of some 15,000 spectators crammed into the arena and cheering at the top of their lungs. (Time.com)
The truth about cervical cancer Aug 25, 2008
Treatment The three main treatments available today are surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. In case of a surgery, the chances of a woman conceiving a child later in her life are as good as nil. (India Times, India)
Ailing Sen. Kennedy may visit convention Aug 25, 2008
The 76-year-old brother of slain President John F. Kennedy has been undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatments at Massachusetts General Hospital. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Ted Kennedy Looks for DR's Clearance to Attend Convention... Aug 25, 2008
Kennedy has returned to work in the Senate only once since suffering a seizure in May, and he is currently undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for a malignant brain tumor. Kennedy associates have long said an in-person appearance would be a last-minute decision, depending entirely on the senator's health. (The Drudge Report)
Never count them out Aug 25, 2008
The team is also dedicating its win to Pikai Winchester's 5-year-old brother Paliku, who has been diagnosed with lymphoma and is undergoing chemotherapy. In contrast to the frenzy surrounding him, the boy remained quiet with a red baseball cap pulled over his eyes. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
100-Mile Ride for Leukemia, Lymphoma Society Is Saturday Aug 25, 2008
Seth endured three rounds of chemotherapy and as many bone marrow tests before heading into remission. Once Seth went into remission, his doctor set out to find a relative who could provide Seth a bone marrow transplant. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
FRANKIE TRULL: Terrorism in name of animals Aug 25, 2008
From antibiotics to blood transfusions, from dialysis to organ transplantation, from vaccinations to chemotherapy, bypass surgery and joint replacement -- practically every present-day practice for the prevention, treatment, cure and control of disease is based on knowledge attained through research using laboratory animals. About 95% of all lab animals are mice and rats bred specifically for research. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Cuba approves first therapeutic vaccine for lung cancer Aug 25, 2008
Unlike chemotherapy, CimaVax EGF is said to have few side effects because it is a modified protein which attacks only cancer cells ... The idea was to "maintain or consolidate" the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. (Yahoo News -- Cuba)
New Cervical Cancer Treatment Aug 25, 2008
Treatments up to this time have included chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation. Now a new means of delivering radiation called Gynocyte is in the final stages of launch. (Newsmax)
Five Cheers: Vets helping vets Aug 25, 2008
"Making art may be the reason a child smiles through the pain of another round of chemotherapy; why another is able to reduce her pain medicine; and why a young man, so inspired by the creative experience of painting, makes it his last wish to write and illustrate a book to help other children cope with leukemia.". This is an excellent cause, for a group of young people very much in need. (Florida Times-Union)
Cancer survival rates increase Aug 24, 2008
"The findings reflect the effectiveness of early detection and advances in chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery, which are extending the lives of people diagnosed with a range of cancers," Prof Olver said. It also suggests more support is needed for the increasing number of Australians living with cancer for longer periods, he said. (The Australian)
Goody reveals extent of cancer scare Aug 24, 2008
"She told me I'd need a hysterectomy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The biggest shock was when I asked what would have happened if I'd stayed in India for three months. "Without hesitation she replied, 'Jade, you would have died. I've got to make a joke about it or I'll go mad with the fear. (Digital Spy)
Erling Johansen; improved dental research, education at Tufts Aug 24, 2008
His research at the college led to development of a synthetic saliva solution that can be used by cancer patients whose salivary glands are compromised during chemotherapy and radiation treatment. "I've had only two jobs in my career," he once told the Tufts publication, speaking of his long tenure at Rochester and Tufts. (Boston Globe)
Goody's fears for sons' future Aug 24, 2008
She now needs an urgent hysterectomy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, Goody told the Sun newspaper. "I'm fighting for my life. I've no control over this disease and I'm bloody terrified," she told the paper. (BBC News)
FDA Approves ALOXI(R) (Palonosetron HCl) Capsules for Prevention of Acute Chemotherapy-induced Nausea and Vomiting Aug 24, 2008
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Eisai Corporation of North America and its partner Helsinn Healthcare SA today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new oral formulation of ALOXI(R) (palonosetron hydrochloride) for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) ... 5 mg for oral administration is indicated for the prevention of acute nausea and vomiting following initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic chemotherapy... (PR Newswire)
More of this story Aug 24, 2008
Angela endured 42 radiation treatments in eight weeks, receiving chemotherapy every three weeks, losing her hair and 187 pounds after treatment ... Likely is an operation on Angela's lung, followed by more chemotherapy. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Boy’s cancer battle inspires Waipio team Aug 24, 2008
The little brother of a Little League player has been undergoing chemotherapy ... Since then, Paliku has been undergoing chemotherapy at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women ren ... The youngster has been undergoing chemotherapy at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women ren since immediately after his diagnosis of the cancer, which spread to his neck and left armpit. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Jade Would Have Died Without Urgent Treatment, Says Doctors Aug 24, 2008
The 27-year-old Jade has to go through an urgent hysterectomy, and follow it up with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, which will lead to hair loss. Her consultant, Dr. Ann Coxon, told, She has serious second stage cancer and needs surgery as soon as possible. (TopNews)
Christina Applegate shows us how to be strong Aug 24, 2008
It seems to be a common theme as I bide my time to my third chemotherapy treatment. Look at the guts of Christina Applegate. (New Haven Register, CT)
Hormone Replacement Therapy Improves Sleep, Sexuality And Joint Pain In Older Women Aug 24, 2008
Studying childhood cancer patients who have suffered tissue and organ damage from chemotherapy treatments, researchers have found that growth. . (Science Daily)
'Cutting By Color': More Precise Cancer Surgery Aug 24, 2008
21, 2006) An advance that may speed the use of "prodrug chemotherapy" -- one of the most promising new strategies for reducing the side effects of anti-cancer drugs -- is being reported by scientists from. (July 19, 2007) A tumor paint will help surgeons see where a tumor begins and ends more precisely by illuminating the cancerous cells. (Science Daily)
Fuel assistance requests already up over last year Aug 24, 2008
Once a week, he goes for chemotherapy. At home, a large blue packet bulges with hospital bills. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
WA Libs offer $30million to cut waiting lists Aug 23, 2008
They also have promised to build a new children's hospital, save Royal Perth Hospital from closure, and provide an extra $10 million over two years for chemotherapy services. The Australian Medical Association said it welcomed the Liberals' decision to match Labor's pledge on Thursday of an additional 800 nurses. (Business Spectator)
NIU's Kill cherishes life and football Aug 23, 2008
Kill's doctors told him that chemotherapy is ineffective with kidney cancer, so the growth and sometimes the entire kidney must be removed. The doctor gave him three months, which was enough for Kill. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Teaching you to breathe Aug 23, 2008
The effects of the chemotherapy and the ensuing tiredness prevented her friend from sharing Axsoms enthusiasm for yoga ... Sometimes I would be just so tired after my chemotherapy treatment, but I made myself go to yoga every day because I knew it would make me feel so much better, Axsom said ... It can help you in the process along with the chemotherapy and everything you need to defeat it. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
