Working in Health Care Can Be Risky, Study Hints Nov 21, 2008
Luckhaupt and Calvert looked at data from the National Occupational Mortality Surveillance system for 1984 to 2004 on 248,550 deaths from HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and liver cancer and cirrhosis, both of which can be consequences of viral hepatitis. For men, they found, working in health care more than doubled the likelihood of dying from HIV, while it nearly doubled mortality from hepatitis B. Deaths due to hepatitis C and cirrhosis were also somewhat more likely among men who worked in... (MEDLINEplus)
Hawaii liver research center gets grant Nov 15, 2008
In comparison to other states, Hawaii has the highest rate of liver cancer and a higher HBV-related death rate attributed to the high rate of chronic HBV infection. Reader Comments. (Pacific Business News, HI)
By Combining Technologies, Researchers Rapidly Hunt Down And Find New Genes That Lead To Cancer Nov 15, 2008
14, 2008) Using a new approach that combines scientific technologies to hunt down genetic changes involved in cancer, researchers have discovered 13 tumor suppressor genes that, when mutated, can lead to liver cancers ... In the new study, the researchers first identified genes that were recurrently deleted in 100 human liver cancers ... The mice they studied already had genetic changes known to occur in liver cancer but that aren't enough on their own to produce the disease. (Science Daily)
Obituaries for Saturday, November 15, 2008 Nov 15, 2008
Norman T. Lee, 63, of Caledonia passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, after a long battle with liver cancer at his home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born May 24, 1945, in Caledonia to John Ward and Leone (Mechtel) Lee. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Steven Burrill, others win biotech honors Nov 15, 2008
Outstanding Product: Nexavar by Onyx Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:ONXX) and Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. The Nexavar tablets are approved in more then 70 countries worldwide for the treatment for patients with advanced kidney cancer, and in over 60 countries for the treatment of advanced liver cancer. Outstanding Partnering Deal: OncoMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. The Redwood City company developing therapeutics targeting cancer stem cells recently closed a ground breaking, pre-clinical... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
A story of surviving, and accepting, tragedy Nov 13, 2008
One of the most poignant moments in the late Marjorie Williams's book "The Woman at the Washington Zoo" occurs when Williams asks her oncologist how she could have gotten the liver cancer that would ultimately kill her. " 'You've got no cirrhosis,' he said wonderingly, ticking off the potential causes on his fingers. 'You've got no hepatitis. It's wild that you look so healthy.''So how do you think I got it?' I asked." 'Lady,' he said, 'you got hit by lightning. (Boston Globe)
Tekmira Pharmaceuticals Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2008 Operating Results and Provides Program Update Nov 13, 2008
- Presentation of pre-clinical data by Tekmira research collaborator the United States National Cancer Institute (NCI) showing that siRNA enabled by Tekmira's SNALP technology significantly reduced tumor burden by silencing the CSN5 gene in an animal model of liver cancer ... ALN-VSP, for which Alnylam expects to file an IND application before the end of 2008, is being developed as a treatment for liver cancers and potentially other solid tumors. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Adherex Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Nov 12, 2008
This process included the closure of enrollment in the Phase 1/2 trial for eniluracil in liver cancer in Asia. This trial had enrolled a total of nine patients. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Maddon recipient of Chuck Tanner Award Nov 11, 2008
At age 16, John was diagnosed with Stage 4 of Hepatocellular Carcinoma, an adult form of liver cancer, and died on Aug. 19. John is fondly remembered for his uplifting message of faith and optimism while battling through the deadly disease. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Chemokine Therapeutics Announces Third Quarter 2008 Financial and Operating Results Nov 10, 2008
- Approval from Hong Kong to commence Phase II study in liver cancer with CTCE-9908. - Issuance of U.S. patent "CXC Chemokine Receptor 4 Agonist Peptides". (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Alternatives to Disposable Water Bo... Nov 9, 2008
One such chemical is trihalomethane, a substance linked to causing liver cancer. If that isn t motivation enough to ban bottled water from your home, consider the plastic they are stored in. (Suite101.com)
Gene Signatures for Liver-Cancer Recurrence Nov 6, 2008
From the Broad Institute of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University, Cambridge, MA (Y.H., D.Y.C., A.C., S.G., J.M., M.J.W., J.L., M.R., J.A.C., S.G., T.R.G.); Howard Hughes Medical Institute (T.R.G.), Dana Farber Cancer Institute (Y.H., D.Y.C., T.R.G.), and Brigham and Women's Hospital (J.N.G.), Harvard Medical School, Boston; Mount Sinai Liver Cancer Program, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York (A.V., J.P., S.R., M.S., S.T., S.L.F., J.M.L.); Toranomon Hospital, Tokyo... (New England Journal of Medicine)
Farmers come together to help local man Nov 4, 2008
Approximately two weeks ago, Lyle Babbitt, 50, was diagnosed with both lung cancer and liver cancer. Lyle Babbitt has lived and farmed in Boone County for most of his life. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Liver transplant recipients have higher cancer risk Nov 4, 2008
They excluded patients who had liver cancer or who had been diagnosed with any other type of cancer (except for non-melanoma skin cancer) before transplantation, or in the 30 days immediately afterwards ... 6 person-years of follow-up, the group of transplant recipients developed 113 cancers (not including liver cancer), compared to the 44 ... "This ratio appears to be a lower estimate when compared with the existing literature," the authors report, possibly because liver cancer and non-melanoma... (EurekAlert!)
John Ryan, 71, dean of Marshall Law School Oct 31, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Friday, October 31, 2008. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
National Patient Advocate Foundation (NPAF) Commends SSA's New 'Compassionate Allowances Process' Oct 29, 2008
Some of these conditions include acute leukemia, bladder cancer, bone cancer, ependymoblastoma (Child Brain Tumor), kidney cancer (inoperable or unresectable), liver cancer, peritoneal mesothelioma, and stomach cancer, among others. "This is a major accomplishment for patients suffering with chronic, debilitating, and life-threatening illnesses. For the 130 million Americans living with a chronic medical condition, having accelerated disability determinations can make a difference in their... (PR Newswire)
Bovie gets go-ahead to sell device in EU Oct 29, 2008
said a device it manufactures that is used in surgery for patients with liver cancer has received a CE mark, allowing for the sale of the device in the and all countries recognizing the CE mark. Bovie will immediately begin shipping the device to customers in the EU through a previously established network of distributors. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Motown legends mourn Four Tops Stubbs Oct 28, 2008
Payton died of liver cancer in 1997. Benson died of lung cancer in 2005. (MSNBC -- Music)
'Huge Shock' Oct 28, 2008
"Jennifer, I know what it is to lose a close family member I lost my father to liver cancer and I cannot imagine what you could be going through right now," Henson said. "But my prayers, my thoughts are with you. I just pray to God that you find the strength to get through this. I love you.". (Fox News)
Diagnosing The Health Care Debate Oct 27, 2008
In 1998 her then-32-year-old husband succumbed to liver cancer, after he put off getting treatment because his construction job offered no health insurance. "How long between when he was diagnosed and when he passed away?" Braver asked. (CBS News)
Moyer a champ to kids in grief Oct 27, 2008
They spent a lot of time with the 15-year-old girl who had developed liver cancer before she died in 2000. Two years later, the first Camp Erin opened in 2002 in Washington state. (Albany Times Union)
Profile: Mary Redwood Oct 27, 2008
In 2007, I was diagnosed with liver cancer. Even though I have been diagnosed twice, I have a positive outlook on the future and my place in it. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Moyer making a difference off field Oct 26, 2008
They spent a lot of time with the 15-year-old girl who had developed liver cancer before she died in 2000. Two years later, the first Camp Erin was started in 2002 in Washington state. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Rants and raves Oct 26, 2008
IT IS INSULTING TO other cancer patients to give so much attention to breast cancer as opposed to other cancers, such as colon cancer, bone cancer, liver cancer, esophageal cancer, etc. Do breast cancer patients have it any worse, or suffer any more, than other cancer patients. (The Augusta Chronicle)
ALTOBELLI: Like fine wine, Moyer continues to get better with age Oct 26, 2008
Moyer says he picked this cause after meeting a girl in a Seattle area hospital named Erin Metcalf who developed liver cancer at age 15. "She got another liver and she was doing fine but a couple of months later she complained of back pain," says Moyer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Hoa Thi Nguyen Oct 25, 2008
died Wednesday of liver cancer. She was born in Saigon, Vietnam, to Dien Nguyen and Du Huynh. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Claflin University gala to feature The Four Tops Oct 23, 2008
In June 1997, Lawrence Payton died of liver cancer. The group decided to continue and worked for almost two years with the three remaining members, with no signs of slowing down, dedicating every show to Payton's memory. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Crossing Blood-Brain Barrier: Scientists Develop Drug Delivery System For Brain Cancers, Other Diseases Oct 23, 2008
These trials are still being conducted, but, as of 23 September 2008, 22 patients with advanced solid tumours (including breast cancer, melanoma, liver cancer and 15 patients with brain metastases) have been treated with ANG1005 in the first trial. The drug is given by intravenous infusion for one hour, every 21 days. (Science Daily)
Credit Crunch Cuts Bargaining Power for MediGene, Biotechs in Drug Deals Oct 22, 2008
The mechanism lends itself to any solid tumor with a large number of blood vessels, including breast and liver cancer, giving the medicine an annual peak sales potential of more than 1 billion euros for pancreatic and breast cancer alone, Heinrich said. The experimental drug is in mid-stage human tests in breast cancer and earlier trials in non-small cell lung cancer, two of the most-promising growth fields for the pharmaceutical industry. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Potential New Way To Make A Good Anti-leukemia Drug Even Better Oct 22, 2008
29, 2008) The drug sorafenib, which is used to treat kidney and liver cancer, may be effective acute myeloid leukemia patients with specific gene mutations. Previous studies have shown that sorafenib is. (Science Daily)
Film director Xie Jin's funeral to be held in Shanghai Oct 21, 2008
Xie Yan, also a film director, died of liver cancer at the age of 59 on August 23. Memorials for Xie, including a candlelight vigil, have been held across the country. (Xinhuanet, China)
Doctors demand money to fight virus Oct 21, 2008
A specialist in the field, Professor Stephen Locarnini, said hepatitis B affected tens of thousands of Australians and it was one of the leading causes of liver cancer ... Hepatitis B is one of the leading causes of liver cancer and the longer we wait to for the Commonwealth Government to take action, the more Australians we expose to the risk of liver cancer,'' he said. (The Canberra Times)
* World News Quick Take Oct 20, 2008
Samak Sundaravej, the former prime minister who was forced from office last month for appearing in television cooking shows, is being treated for liver cancer, local media reported yesterday. The 73-year-old had an operation earlier this month at a private Bangkok hospital to remove a tumor in his liver, the Bangkok Post reported, quoting a television journalist who had visited Samak. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Sarah Huisking, 65, family philanthropist Oct 20, 2008
Sarah F. Huisking, 65, of Marietta, died Wednesday of liver cancer at Hospice Atlanta. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Arlington chapel of H.M. Patterson which is handling arrangements. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ken Ogata, 71, leading man in Japanese films and on TV Oct 19, 2008
The Mainichi newspapers of Japan said the cause was liver cancer, citing Mr. Ogata's family. On Sept. 30, Mr. Ogata appeared at a press conference to publicize a new television series on which he plays an aging doctor. (Boston Globe)
Man remembered as early 'green' proponent Oct 19, 2008
Kuhfuss' first wife and the biological mother of his children, Margaret, died of liver cancer when she was only 32 years old. Kuhfuss and Hettie married in 1957. (Pekin Times, IL)
Rays sell extra tickets for Game 6 Oct 19, 2008
But sadly, Andrew never got to make that Rays-White Sox game, as he was admitted to hospice the day of the game and passed away not long after with liver cancer. Saturday night, Buck stood in the stadium's top row and thought of how much Andrew would have loved to see the Rays play in the ALCS. He even wore his brother's old jersey as a way of bringing Andrew into the Rays stadium on such a historic night. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Four Tops lead singer Levi Stubbs dies Oct 19, 2008
Original Top Lawrence Payton died of liver cancer in 1997. Renaldo "Obie" Benson died of lung cancer in 2005. (CNN -- Showbiz)
EIU distinguished alumnus researches corn-based carinogenic fungi Oct 18, 2008
Kenneth Damann, class of 1966, is a Louisiana State University professor and researcher in the areas of plant pathology and crop physiology whose work focuses on a type of fungi that preys on corn and produces a highly carcinogenic toxin that has been linked to liver cancer. A Charleston native, Damann will be recognized Saturday during the EIU Alumni Association awards dinner as part of this weekend s Homecoming festivities. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Hobbs joins Delcaths board Oct 17, 2008
Delcath is in the middle of clinical studies for a product involved in liver cancer treatments. The company has 28 patents. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Genetic 'Fingerprint' Shown To Predict Liver Cancer's Return Oct 17, 2008
16, 2008) Scientists have reached a critical milestone in the study of liver cancer that lays the groundwork for predicting the illness's path, whether toward cure or recurrence ... Unlike many cancers, hepatocellular carcinoma, a form of liver cancer, is often detected early ... An international team of researchers from the Broad Institute, Harvard Medical School, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and elsewhere came together to develop an enhanced method for... (Science Daily)
Boyington Gets Prison Time For ID Theft Oct 17, 2008
Glenn Boyington, 33, apologized to the court and said he's being treated for depression and a gambling addiction and has been diagnosed with liver cancer. Douglas County district Judge Gary Randall sent him to prison anyway, saying it didn't appear that Boyington learned his lesson. (7 KETV Omaha)
Gene Signature for Liver Cancer Recurrence Found Oct 17, 2008
The findings potentially open the door to new surveillance, treatment, and intervention strategies for liver cancer patients, both after surgery and possibly before the primary cancer ever arises, experts said ... "It will really make a major difference in the way we monitor patients at risk for liver cancer -- potentially. I mean, there are lots of pitfalls in the way, but that's what it promises." ... From all that, they came up with a list of 186 genes as the signature for liver cancer... (MEDLINEplus)
Internet: A Stimulus That Keeps The Aging Brain Active Oct 16, 2008
Alcoholism can severely damage your body and its functions, the most common and destructive effect being liver failure and even liver cancer. Moderate intake of alcoholic beverages such as red. (eFluxMedia)
Dozens get in the rhythm for state's 1st poetry fest Oct 12, 2008
She read several of her poems, including a moving tribute to one of her students, 14-year-old Ali Pierce, who died of liver cancer in November 2006. In a soft voice, the teacher spoke of "a lost student, a girl with night-sky eyes.". (Boston Globe)
More of this story Oct 11, 2008
His extensive and diverse creative output is extraordinary when one considers that his career only spanned 20 years (1977-1997) - he died of liver cancer at the age of 44. He moved about Europe quite a bit and spent six months in 1989-90 in Venice, Calif. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Natalie Cole out of hospital Oct 4, 2008
Hepatitis C can cause inflammation of the liver, and in extreme cases, liver cancer. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Garry Ross Liscumb (13) Oct 4, 2008
Garry Ross Liscumb, 60, of Albany passed away Monday at home after an extended battle with liver cancer. He was born in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Study links pancreatic cancer to hepatitis B Oct 3, 2008
The finding suggests that hepatitis B - already known to cause liver cancer in some patients - may also increase the risk of pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest types of tumor ... Globally, it is a major cause of liver cancer. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Taking time for empathy Oct 3, 2008
As I read the paper, I remembered one particular afternoon in clinic spent with a man in his late 50s who had liver cancer. The man, wiry and stooped, had immigrated some 30 years earlier and had worked in restaurants in the Los Angeles area. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Tobacco kills 15,000 Nepalis every year: report Oct 3, 2008
According to the WHO, 85 percent of liver cancer is caused by smoking. Globally, 5 million people die of smoking every year. (Xinhuanet, China -- World)
VFW hosting benefit for Chetek woman Oct 3, 2008
Turney was recently diagnosed with liver cancer that spread from her lungs and has been unable to work since July. The funds raised will assist her in making final arrangements and providing for immediate financial needs. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Pathfinder blazes a new path Oct 3, 2008
Most patients suffering from liver cancer don't undergo surgery because surgeons have difficulty localizing tumors ... Their first target market is 125 liver cancer centers in the U.S.. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Prep players face rebuke Oct 3, 2008
To no name wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:53 PM:" You are being closed minded and also sound like a real moron. You could not hold your liquer and made a couple of bad dissions. I drink at home and no more then two or three beers. Sometimes my grandfather comes over and has a beer with me. He is ninty one and as healthy as a horse. He has drank since he was eithteen years of age. His son, my dad never touched a beer in his life and died of liver cancer at 46. Getting out of bed every morning can kill... (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Sexy Serenade Sep 25, 2008
Gary s beloved spouse Nancy passed away last Friday after a struggle with liver cancer. This wonderful wife and mother only nine years ago helped their son Nick, who at 14 contracted devastating meningitis. (Fox News)
Cancer drug access varies widely Sep 24, 2008
DRUGS SURVEYED The drugs in the survey were considered in relation to the following cancers: Avastin: Colon and breast cancer Erbitux: Colon and lung cancer Nexavar: Renal and liver cancer Sutent: Renal cancer Tarceva: Pancreatic cancer. The researchers asked how many cancer sufferers in each area had been given five top cancer drugs that had been recommended to them by their GPs. (BBC News -- UK)
Chemokine Therapeutics Launches Strategic Financial Initiative Sep 24, 2008
The initiative is designed to (1) address current working capital needs, (2) raise required funds for the launch of the CTCE-9908 Phase II liver cancer trial and (3) materially enhance shareholder value ... - Implement a capital raise designed to resolve short term liquidity issues and position the Company for the launch of the CTCE-9908 Phase II liver cancer trial ... "With encouraging Phase I/II results released and the recent regulatory approval allowing us to begin a Phase II study in liver... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
LIVESTRONG.COM Announces Winner in the "Dare To Share Your Story" Contest Sep 24, 2008
Inspired by Armstrong's own battle with cancer and determination to raise cancer awareness, Zach shares his story that chronicles his ongoing battle with a rare and inoperable form of liver cancer. Featuring a montage of pictures and video footage, Zach narrates his experience of taking on his disease and fighting back. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Postcard from La Paz: The Last Days of a Nazi Era Photographer Sep 23, 2008
He was absent for much of his daughters' early lives always off filming until his first wife and mother of his daughters died from liver cancer in 1958. Outside of his family, he was a charmer, making friends constantly despite the fact, says Beatriz, that he spoke terrible Spanish. (Time.com)
Family rallies around McCann Sep 23, 2008
Friends said yesterday they had heard the 41-year-old had liver cancer and was not very well. Her husband, Greg, told the Daily Telegraph that Kerryn "has just had a few problems recently, she is still fighting". (The Australian)
Local Triathlete Shares Cancer Story Sep 22, 2008
Zach was diagnosed with a rare form of liver cancer in 2005. At the time, doctors told him his prognosis was unknown. (R News)
Saxophone Summit's Trane keeps on rolling Sep 21, 2008
First, Alice Coltrane - widow of John Coltrane and a major pianist and composer in her own right - died from liver cancer. The next day, tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker succumbed, at 57, to leukemia. (Boston Globe)
A detailed history Sep 21, 2008
DL Jim White (1970s) died of liver cancer in 1982, which was attributed to steroid use. He is possibly the first NFL player to die thanks largely to steroid use. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
A case of false positive octreoscan in Crohn's disease Sep 20, 2008
World Journal of Gastroenterology (WJG), a leading international journal in gastroenterology and hepatology, has established a reputation for publishing first class research on esophageal cancer, gastric cancer, liver cancer, viral hepatitis, colorectal cancer, and H pylori infection. It provides a forum for both clinicians and scientists. (EurekAlert!)
Walking the running route Sep 19, 2008
The situation changed when his mother was diagnosed with liver cancer in January of this year. He was told that she would have six months to live. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
