New Endometrial Cancer Treatment Stops Growth Of Tumors And Kills Cancer Cells, Study Shows Sep 4, 2008
3, 2008) Researchers at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) today announced a new approach to treating endometrial cancer patients that not only stops the growth of tumors, but kills the cancer cells. In a potentially major breakthrough, TGen scientists and collaborators at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis discovered that introducing a particular inhibitor drug can turn "off'' receptors responsible for the growth of tumors in a significant number of patients... (Science Daily)
Treat Menopause Symptoms Naturally Jun 26, 2008
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), estrogen replacement therapy (ERT), and prescription drugs can be effective in treating symptoms of menopause, but many can have negative side effects. More women are choosing to use natural alternatives that can be as effective as other prescription treatments. (Pekin Times, IL)
Adverse Effects Of Estrogen Replacement Therapy Are Related To The Dose, Study Finds Apr 10, 2008
9, 2008) Recent clinical trials indicate that estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases ... 28, 1997) A new long-term study from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) suggests that use of estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) by post-menopausal women may help slow normal age-related decline in memory. (Science Daily)
Global Osteoporosis Therapeutics Market to Reach US$11.1 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts Feb 26, 2008
Major therapeutic classes currently available include bisphosphonates, Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT) drugs, calcitonins and Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs) ... Estrogen Replacement Therapy. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Science has been wrong many times before Jan 25, 2008
By STUART GALISHOFFHASH(0x61ab34) Published on: 01/25/08. When I tell friends I am skeptical that global warming threatens the survival of mankind, I am greeted with shocked disbelief. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Further Breakthroughs For Breast Cancer Patients Jan 20, 2008
19, 2008) Researchers at the Tenovus Centre for Cancer Research at Cardiff University have made a breakthrough in breast cancer treatment that could help save the lives of women who become resistant to breast cancer drugs such as tamoxifen. While drugs such as tamoxifen have been a huge success in treating breast cancer, for a significant proportion of sufferers the drugs either fail to work, or after an initial successful response the patient relapses as the cancer acquires or possesses... (Science Daily)
Combined Hormone Replacement Therapy Increases Risk Of Lobular Breast Cancer Fourfold After Just 3 Years Of Use Jan 16, 2008
18, 1997) To help protect against endometrial cancer, women who take estrogen replacement therapy should also take progestin at least 10 days a month, say researchers at the University of. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Exposure To Sunlight May Decrease Risk Of Advanced Breast Cancer By Half Oct 22, 2007
8, 1999) Women whose breast cancer is treated with tamoxifen face a heightened risk for endometrial cancer, with that risk compounded in women who also have received estrogen replacement therapy or who are. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Knowing risks is first line of defense for female cancers Sep 30, 2007
Risk factors for breast cancer are a family history of breast cancer, having had estrogen replacement therapy, and ethnicity. Since 1995, the death rate from breast cancer in San Diego County has declined in all ethnic groups except for Asian/Pacific Islanders. (North County Times)
New study: Pine bark reduces perimenopausal symptoms Aug 29, 2007
The results suggest Pycnogenol may serve as an alternative treatment to estrogen replacement therapy, which is the most common remedy of pre-menopause (perimenopausal) symptoms. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, perimenopause is the natural part of aging that signals the ending of a womans reproductive years. (EurekAlert!)
Cancer patient goes all-natural for drug-free attempt Aug 2, 2007
"Ndum said cancer's disease process is different from diabetes. He said the cancer linked to diet is so slow-moving, it usually takes five decades before it emerges in populations that traditionally eat diets rich in smoked foods, for example, which contradicts the idea that cancer can be turned around four months into changing one's diet.But Goeb -- who's had 25 years of experience as a medical surgery nurse, a psychiatric nurse and a drug counselor -- has had plenty of reasons to be skeptical... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Breast cancer checks go digital Jun 24, 2007
But the study found digital mammography to be significantly better in younger women and women with dense breasts (generally breast density decreases over time, but estrogen replacement therapy, menopause and weight gain or loss can change a woman s breast density). This is important because younger women are often affected by more invasive cancers. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Turner syndrome affects women only Mar 27, 2007
Growth hormone and estrogen replacement therapy are given to encourage a normal adult height and secondary sex features like breast development. Ongoing medical attention is given to organ defects (especially the heart) that may have occurred as a result of Turner syndrome. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Novavax full-year loss doubles Mar 14, 2007
Year-ago results included gains from the sale of distribution rights for an estrogen replacement therapy to Espirit Pharma, which paid $10 million for North American rights to Estrasorb. "2006 was a transitional period for Novavax," said CEO Rahul Singhvi. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
HIV in Drug Users Unrelated to Needle Exchange Feb 23, 2007
Very subtle differences in early studies that evaluated the effects of estrogen replacement therapy in menopausal women provided misleading findings. The same types of factors make the Vancouver needle exchange program appear to be less effective than it really is, co-investigator Dr. Evan Wood told Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Leon Thal, 62; his research on enzyme and Alzheimer's led to treatment Feb 13, 2007
He later was involved in studies that disproved the purported benefits of ginkgo biloba, an herbal remedy, and estrogen replacement therapy, treatments that were widely believed to boost memory. He also helped oversee work that showed a modest benefit to Alzheimer's patients who were prescribed vitamin E.. (Boston Globe)
Breast Cancer Recurrence Risk Test Cleared For Marketing Feb 9, 2007
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared for marketing a test that determines the likelihood of breast cancer returning within five to 10 years after a woman's initial cancer. It is the first cleared molecular test that profiles genetic activity. (Science Daily)
The Shape Of Health To Come: Customized Fitness Program Helps Endometrial Cancer Survivors Jan 7, 2007
While millions of Americans place fitness as one of their top New Year's resolutions to improve shape, muscle tone and overall appearance, cancer survivors have another priority - life. Researchers at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center have developed a customized fitness program to help survivors of endometrial cancer - or cancer of the uterus - shed pounds and keep cancer at bay. (Science Daily)
Joint-use airport won't work Nov 6, 2006
To easily angered and annoyed wrote on November 05, 2006 2:34 PM:"Freight to the east requires additional road and rail traffic. The end destination is not in the desert. May I suggest Estrogen replacement therapy? Joint use does work. Robert Gray Army Airfield, it's our future too ". Add Your Comments. (North County Times)
A Look At Bioidenticals Nov 2, 2006
(CBS) To control the symptoms of menopause, women took synthetic estrogen replacement therapy. It promised strong bones, healthy hearts and cancer-free golden years. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Breast cancer cases on the rise in urban areas Oct 17, 2006
Citing the risk factors, he said childless women, those with late pregnancies (above 30 years) and who do not breast-feed children, premature onset of menstrual cycle, late menopause, family history and those who underwent long-term use of estrogen replacement therapy would be at a higher risk. Referring to the urban lifestyle of career-oriented women, he said late marriage and delay in having first child pose greater risk. (Hindu)
Good genes, bad habits Oct 7, 2006
(A similar test is available for women to assess their risk for estrogen replacement therapy. I have a defective Vitamin D receptor, which means I would potentially be a good candidate for supplements particularly at this time of year (no sun). (Toronto Star -- Life)
Brain Produces Growth Hormone Mar 31, 2006
The finding could have implications for athletes taking growth hormone and metabolic steroids to increase muscle mass and for menopausal women using estrogen replacement therapy. "Growth hormone has been associated with growth of muscles and bones, and the production of it was believed to lie mainly in the pituitary gland," study co-author Ken S. Kosik, co-director of the Neuroscience Research Center at the University of California, Santa Barbara, said in a prepared statement. (MEDLINEplus)
