Bio-imaging Mass Spectrometry Techniques Reveal Molecular Details About Complex Systems Oct 6, 2008
"We have done a lot of work using DESI to analyze pharmaceutical formulations, but we are moving into new avenues of research including looking at algae samples, as well as ovarian cancer tissue samples provided by the Ovarian Cancer Institute, which is housed at Georgia Tech and headed by School of Biology chair John McDonald," noted Fernandez. In ovarian cancer research, little is known about how biomarkers and low-mass signaling molecules increase or decrease in abundance with treatment ...... (Science Daily)
Constance Rooke, 65 Oct 6, 2008
Editor, writer and academic Constance (Connie) Rooke died Saturday night of ovarian cancer in Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto. She was 65. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Reality of mastectomy is better than cancer (2) Oct 6, 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Edition. "Frieder is hosting two discussions at area synagogues due to the high prevalence of BRCA mutation in people with Ashkenazi (Eastern European) Jewish ancestry."It's not a Jewish disease, but it is much more predominant in the Jewish community," Frieder said.Typically, one in 400 women are carriers for the gene mutation and one in 40 are carriers if they are of Ashkenazi ancestry.The BRCA mutation test was first made public in the late '90s, but did not... (Malibu Times, CA)
Life After Double Mastectomy: New Mom Talks About Battling Breast ... Oct 5, 2008
Woman who test positive for this mutated gene have an 87 percent chance of developing breast cancer, and a 40 percent of developing ovarian cancer, Coomer said. Patients often undergo BRCA testing even after they have been diagnosed with breast cancer, Coomer said, because a positive mutation could indicate the breast cancer will return, prompting the patient to undergo a bilateral mastectomy. (FOXNews)
Obama Talks Health Care, Economy in Battleground Va. Oct 5, 2008
Obama, who appeared in an outdoor rally in Newport News Saturday, made his health care speech personal by talking about his mother who died from ovarian cancer at the age of 53. "She was lying in a hospital bed fighting with her insurance company because they didn't want to cover her treatment," Obama told the crowd. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Obama brings campaign to Abington Oct 4, 2008
"We're going to have to stand up to the insurance companies, this is personal for me. My mother died when she was 53 from ovarian cancer," he said. "She was in her hospital bed arguing with insurance companies because they said it was a pre-existing condition. I know the pain that's caused by our broken healthcare system." By appealing to human emotions, Zipin said, Obama connected with voters. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Questions for Dr. Saul Rivkin, founder and chairman of the board, Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research Oct 4, 2008
Photo: Dan Schlatter Oncologist Dr. Saul Rivkin at the Swedish Cancer Institute in Seattle, where he heads the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research ... Near the end of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September, we spoke with internationally recognized oncologist Dr. Saul Rivkin at the in Seattle, where he heads the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research ... Why does Washington rank No. 2 in ovarian cancer deaths in the nation. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Heidi Prays for Palin Oct 4, 2008
Lohan has been booked to host a "Nightlife Nirvana" party at the Vegas club on Nov. 7 to celebrate the launch of her leggings line "6126 by Lindsay Lohan," complete with a fashion showcase to benefit ovarian cancer research. Girlfriend Samantha Ronson has been booked to turn the tables. (Fox News)
Big Island about to lose 4 more surgeons because of low pay Oct 4, 2008
"Hiller will be the second physician that Fawzi has lost. Last year she was treated by Dr. Douglas Brown for ovarian cancer and soon afterward he left for Washington."Both times they've told me they're leaving for the same reasons," Fawzi said. "They said they can't afford to practice here, that HMSA doesn't give them enough reimbursement. "The Big Island doctor shortage has been intensifying for years. The Hawaii Medical Association has held forums on the island to inform the public and seek... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Common bond: An ex-Racine resident's play about cancer and friendship will be performed at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church's Miracle Center Oct 4, 2008
Ferrell-Welch is a survivor of ovarian cancer ... What Ferrell-Welch endured was her own fight against ovarian cancer one she said that Watson-Freeman and her faith in God helped bring her through ... When Ferrell-Welch was diagnosed with stage-three ovarian cancer soon after moving to Rockford, Watson-Freeman stepped up to the plate to support her friend, despite the fact that she had been battling her own illness for a couple of years at that point. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Beloved cancer awareness champion Beth Bennett Rice dies Oct 4, 2008
Beth Bennett Rice, 55, made no secret she was battling ovarian cancer ... In an earlier interview about the Pan-Mass Challenge, a bicycling event which raises millions of dollars for cancer research, Bennett said the mission of Madam Ovary is to make the symptoms of ovarian cancer as well known as those of breast cancer ... She said ovarian cancer symptoms are often ignored or not recognized for what they are, and with the importance of early detection in the treatment of any type of cancer,... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Anne Vallely-Kaminsky Oct 3, 2008
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Women share experiences at luncheon Oct 3, 2008
Amy Breitmann was 29 and eight months pregnant when she was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer. And she admits during her treatment she was "somewhat jealous of the pink ribbon" and the attention breast cancer receives in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (The Augusta Chronicle)
September 2003 Oct 3, 2008
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, 2003. National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2003. (White House News Releases)
Practice explores bioethics questions Oct 3, 2008
LOS ANGELES - On a massive sound stage at Hollywood's Raleigh Studios, a woman is dying of ovarian cancer. One doctor wants to treat her traditionally, by removing her uterus and ovaries. (MSNBC -- News)
Disease Diagnosis In Just 15 Minutes? Biosensor Technology Uses Antibodies To Detect Biomarkers Much Faster Oct 3, 2008
Tests have shown that the biosensors can detect a wide range of analytes (substances being measured), including biomarkers present in prostate and ovarian cancer, stroke, multiple sclerosis, heart disease and fungal infections. The team also believes that the biosensors are versatile enough to test for diseases such as tuberculosis and HIV.. (Science Daily)
Ovations for the Cure Founder Receives Teal Ribbon Award Oct 3, 2008
Patricia Franchi Flaherty Honored During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month ... Natick, MA (PRWEB) October 3, 2008 -- The Ovarian Cancer Awareness Coalition presented Paul Flaherty, in honor of his late wife, Ovations for the Cure Founder Patricia Franchi Flaherty a Teal Ribbon Award on Thursday, September 25th ... The Teal Ribbon Awards are presented annually to ovarian cancer survivors and supporters to honor their contributions in fighting the disease and their courageous efforts to... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Breast Cancer Mutations Underestimated in Asians Oct 3, 2008
According to the report, two prediction models, which rely on a woman's personal and family history of breast and ovarian cancer, often fall short in identifying Asian women likely to have BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. Because of their availability free of charge through the Internet and their generally good performance, these models are widely used in the U.S. to guide testing. (MEDLINEplus)
BATTLE Luncheon Sept. 25 Sep 25, 2008
Dr. Hailey's involvement with breast cancer patients is a labor of love that derives its strength from a family history of breast and ovarian cancer. His vision is to provide essential breast care to all women in a completely dedicated manner by working in tandem with other experts to ensure state-of-the-art care. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Researchers Identify Ovarian Cancer Biomarker Sep 25, 2008
MedlinePlus: Researchers ID Ovarian Cancer Biomarker ... Researchers ID Ovarian Cancer Biomarker ... TUESDAY, Sept. 23 (HealthDay News) -- A genetic marker for the vascular (blood vessel) cells associated with ovarian cancer tumor growth has been identified by U.S. researchers, who said their finding may help improve diagnosis and treatment of the disease. (MEDLINEplus)
Zeltia Chairman Says Sales From Yondelis Cancer Drug to Reach $1.5 Billion Sep 25, 2008
The Spanish developer of tumor-fighting drugs made from sea creatures expects to seek approval for use in ovarian cancer in the fourth quarter of this year, Fernandez Sousa-Faro said ... The 63-year-old biochemistry professor expects regulators to grant approval for Yondelis for ovarian cancer by the middle of next year ... The 1 billion-euro estimate is based on global sales of Yondelis as a treatment for soft-tissue sarcoma and ovarian cancer for relapsed patients. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Pill use 'may cut risk of cancer' Sep 24, 2008
The reduced risk of large bowel, uterine and ovarian cancer was statistically significant ... But the same women were at reduced risk of developing ovarian cancer. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
University Offers Free Cancer Seminar Sep 24, 2008
SAN DIEGO -- The , is holding a free seminar on the newest treatment and detection techniques for ovarian cancer, among the most insidious of cancers. Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other type of gynecologic cancer, 7/39 reported ... About two-thirds of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer are 55 or older, according to the. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Possible marker for ovarian cancer found Sep 24, 2008
Ovarian cancer is diagnosed in about 20,000 American women each year ... ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) -- Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have zeroed in on a possible marker for ovarian cancer ... Li, a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Pennsylvania's Ovarian Cancer Research Center, presented his findings Tuesday at the American Association for Cancer Research's annual meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (CNN -- Health)
Would you test your child for the cancer gene? Sep 24, 2008
Medical experts advise against such testing before age 25, saying that little can be done to prevent or screen for breast or ovarian cancer until then, so the knowledge would only cause needless worry ... Women with a faulty gene have a three to seven times greater risk of developing breast cancer and a higher risk of ovarian cancer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
PETA Urges Ben & Jerry's To Use Human Milk Sep 24, 2008
Dairy products have been linked to juvenile diabetes, allergies, constipation, obesity, and prostate and ovarian cancer. The late Dr. Benjamin Spock, America's leading authority on child care, spoke out against feeding cow's milk to children, saying it may play a role in anemia, allergies, and juvenile diabetes and in the long term, will set kids up for obesity and heart disease-America's number one cause of death. (Click2Houston, TX)
Jefferson scientists deliver toxic genes to effectively kill pancreatic cancer cells Sep 24, 2008
This approach was originally developed in ovarian cancer cells by study co-author Janet Sawicki, Ph ... The function of that molecule is unknown, but it is found in the majority of pancreatic tumors and ovarian cancer tumors. (EurekAlert!)
Scientists kill cancer cells with gene Sep 24, 2008
This approach was originally developed in ovarian cancer cells by study co-author Janet Sawicki, a member of the Kimmel Cancer Centre. She and her group had recent success in reducing the size of ovarian tumours following treatment with diphtheria toxin nanoparticles. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
N.L. strikes deal to keep cancer doctors Sep 23, 2008
Patients with cervical or ovarian cancer nearly 4,000 new cases will be diagnosed this year, according to the Canadian Cancer Society are directed to gynecologic oncologists. (). (Globe and Mail)
Are genetic tests right for kids? Sep 23, 2008
Women with a faulty gene have a greater risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer ... Medical experts advise against such testing before age 25, saying that little can be done to prevent or screen for breast or ovarian cancer until then, so the knowledge would only cause needless worry ... Others, like Stoller, were advised to limit alcohol and avoid birth control pills, which can raise the risk of breast cancer though they also lower the risk of ovarian cancer. (CNN -- Health)
BiPar Sciences Announces Senior Appointments in Corporate Development and Legal Functions Sep 23, 2008
The company's lead product candidate is BSI-201, which is now in Phase II testing for triple negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer and other malignancies. BSI-201 is a poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitor. (Primezone Releases)
Better to know?Debating kid gene tests Sep 22, 2008
Jenna Stoller, a freshman at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., tested positive for a gene that puts her at a higher risk for breast and ovarian cancer ... Medical experts advise against such testing before age 25, saying that little can be done to prevent or screen for breast or ovarian cancer until then, so the knowledge would only cause needless worry ... Others, like Stoller, were advised to limit alcohol and avoid birth control pills, which can raise the risk of breast cancer though they... (MSNBC -- Health)
Ovarian cancer: Silent killer’ is being exposed Sep 22, 2008
Ovarian cancer: Silent killer is being exposed By Tammy Jeffries ... That stigma is what scared me the most, when I was first diagnosed with serous cytoadencarcinoma, grade 3, fourth stage ovarian cancer, on May 11, 2004 ... Then there is another drug called Epothilone, which has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for breast cancer and is in a phase 3 clinical trial for advanced ovarian cancer by the drug company Novartis. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Business Briefs: Abeome names board for project Sep 21, 2008
com Abeome Corp., a biotech company operating on the University of Georgia campus, has formed a scientific advisory board to collaborate on the development of Abeome;s ovarian cancer project and to select and guide future therapeutic and diagnostic projects for the company ... Abeome Corp., a biotech company operating on the University of Georgia campus, has formed a scientific advisory board to collaborate on the development of Abeome s ovarian cancer project and to select and guide future... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cancer Strengthens Bond for Perryman, Niece Sep 21, 2008
The surgery revealed that Perryman had stage IV ovarian cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease ... Late-stage ovarian cancer is incurable, but she refuses to give up. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Garden of Life Sep 21, 2008
When Brown learned about plans for the garden, he volunteered his services because he nearly lost his mother, Libby Brown, to ovarian cancer more than a decade ago ... His mother was in stage three when she was diagnosed 13 years ago with ovarian cancer. (AL.com)
You won't beat me, vows bullied Rebecca A'bel Sep 21, 2008
A MELBOURNE teenager with an extremely rare form of ovarian cancer has told of her heartbreak at becoming the target of school and internet bullies. Rebecca A'bel, who celebrated her 16th birthday last week, was diagnosed with cancer in June. (NEWS.com.au)
Palm reading Sep 20, 2008
Thickening of the palm is a rare symptom of ovarian cancer. Spotting ovarian cancer, widely known as the "silent killer", is difficult as the symptoms can be vague and go unnoticed ... Doctors at the Royal Free Hospital in London diagnosed a case of ovarian cancer in a 74-year-old woman after she presented with thickened skin on her palms. (BBC News -- Health)
Drug Combo Fights Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Cell Growth Sep 20, 2008
THURSDAY, Sept. 18 (HealthDay News) -- The anti-cancer drug trabectedin shows promise in treating women with recurrent ovarian cancer, according to a study led by researchers at the University of California, Irvine. The international Phase III study included 672 ovarian cancer patients whose disease had progressed after first-line treatment ... Among women who'd had ovarian cancer relapse more than six months after the first-line therapy, the median progression-free time was 9. (MEDLINEplus)
What Causes Cancer? Sep 19, 2008
Erna Lewis lost her fight with ovarian cancer. We profiled her when she created her foundation called "Erna's Hope" to raise money to make care packages. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Gyne-oncologists will still take patients, doc says Sep 19, 2008
Speaking at a fundraiser for ovarian cancer awareness in early September, Popadiuk told CBC News that there has been progress with officials at Eastern Health, the authority that employs all of them. However, she said, there had been little progress in discussions with top government officials. (CBC.ca)
Investigational drug raises hope for ovarian cancer patients Sep 19, 2008
Women with recurrent ovarian cancer can be helped by giving an investigational drug in combination with chemotherapy, according to new results presented at the 33rd Congress of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) in Stockholm. Dr. Bradley Monk, a UC Irvine gynecologic oncologist who led the worldwide phase III clinical trial, said trabectedin is the most recent addition to a short list of active drug therapies for recurrent ovarian cancer ... These are exciting results because... (Newspost Online)
Nanomedical Approach Targets Multiple Cancer Genes, Shrinks Tumors More Effectively Sep 18, 2008
15, 2004) Fox Chase Cancer Center researchers have found a new way to detect ovarian cancer in the blood. Reported in the Sept. 15, 2004, issue of Cancer Research, the new method targets hypermethylation--one. (Science Daily)
New Drug Substantially Extends Survival In Pancreatic Cancer Sep 18, 2008
16, 2008) An investigational drug that combats ovarian cancer by inhibiting the formation of new blood vessels has shown promise in a phase II trial, according to new. (June 6, 2008) Treating pancreatic cancer with a combination of chemotherapy, biotherapy and radiotherapy prior to surgery is safe and may be beneficial for patients, according to a new study. (Science Daily)
New Oral Drug Shrinks Lung Cancers Before Surgery, Researchers Report Sep 18, 2008
16, 2008) An investigational drug that combats ovarian cancer by inhibiting the formation of new blood vessels has shown promise in a phase II trial, according to new. (Sep. (Science Daily)
An 'HIV-test' Equivalent For Early Detection Of Lung Cancer Sep 18, 2008
(June 24, 2008) Women's reports of persistent, recent-onset symptoms linked to ovarian cancer -- abdominal or pelvic pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly and abdominal bloating -- when combined with the. (May 20, 2008) A simple blood test may be able to detect lung cancer in its earliest stages with unprecedented accuracy, according to new research. (Science Daily)
Ovarian cancer test is under fire Sep 18, 2008
OvaSure, the much bally-hooed new diagnostic blood test for early detection of ovarian cancer, is still causing much consternation ... September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, when physicians and researchers re-emphasize that ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecological cancers and the fourth-leading cause of cancer deaths in American women ... Suzi Shoemaker, one of the dozen members of the year-old Bluegrass Ovarian Cancer Support Group, says women are hungry for... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Tell us about your experience Sep 18, 2008
September is ovarian cancer awareness month, and October breast cancer, but cancer affects lives every month, every minute. Cancer happens now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Survivor of ovarian cancer still has `a lot of life to live' Sep 17, 2008
Survivor of ovarian cancer still has `a lot of life to live ... It's ovarian cancer,''' Larsen said ... September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Symptoms of ovarian cancer Sep 17, 2008
ENTERTAINMENT FORUMS. Talk about what's hot (and not) in pop culture. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Some tickets not needed Sep 16, 2008
Theresa Marie, who has ovarian cancer, has taken a turn for the worse and she's off chemo. She's getting hospice care at her mother's house, and her sister, Michelle, has come down from New Hampshire to help out. (Boston Globe)
Hope, confusion in race for ovarian cancer tests Sep 16, 2008
WASHINGTON - Does a test that promises to find ovarian cancer sooner really do so ... First, the question is whether testing giant LabCorp jumped the gun in selling OvaSure as an ovarian cancer screening test before researchers proved that it catches the tumor in an early, treatable stage without falsely alarming too many healthy women ... In fact, U.S. and British scientists are just beginning studies specially designed to prove if signs of ovarian cancer can be measured reliably in blood... (MSNBC -- Health)
Chemo Nausea Patch Approved Sep 16, 2008
Researchers are testing the accuracy of a non-invasive technology that may detect ovarian cancer early on. Dermatologists have a simple "A, B, C, D" method to help you determine if a mole on your skin should be examined by a doctor. (WebMD)
Ovarian cancer tests raise hope, questions Sep 16, 2008
Ovarian cancer will be diagnosed in nearly 22,000 women this year. Researchers look for biomarkers in blood that can detect ovarian cancer early ... WASHINGTON (AP) -- Does a test that promises to find ovarian cancer sooner really do so. (CNN)
Ovarian Cancer Drug Trial Reveals Promising New Treatment Sep 16, 2008
15, 2008) Women with recurrent ovarian cancer can be helped by an experimental therapy using a drug already touted for its ability to fight other cancers, a finding that provides hope for improved treatment of this deadly disease ... Dr. Bradley Monk, a UC Irvine gynecologic oncologist who led the worldwide phase III clinical trial, said trabectedin is the most recent addition to a short list of active drug therapies for recurrent ovarian cancer ... "These are exciting results because positive... (Science Daily)
Gaylord woman takes alternative path to treat cancer Sep 16, 2008
By Jil Schult, HT Staff Writer Tuesday, September 9, 2008 3:52 PM EDT Karen Hansen has been using an alternative medicine to treat her ovarian cancer and since her treatment began, no active cancer has been found ... She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the age of 39 ... Diagnosed with stage III ovarian cancer, Hansen underwent surgery the following Monday. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
New vaccine to combat breast cancer Sep 16, 2008
The HER2/neu protein is over-expressed, meaning it is over-active, in several tumours including breast, colorectal and ovarian cancer. More Health/Sci. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Glaxo's pazopanib shows promise in ovarian cancer Sep 15, 2008
GlaxoSmithKline's experimental drug pazopanib appears to be effective in fighting ovarian cancer, based on measurements of a biological marker used to predict tumour recurrence, researchers said on Monday. Given the promising results, the world's second largest drugmaker said it planned to push ahead with a final-stage Phase III clinical trial of the once-daily pill in ovarian cancer ... Results of a small Phase II study, involving 35 patients, showed that 31 percent of ovarian cancer patients... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Pill use 'may cut risk of cancer' Sep 15, 2008
The reduced risk of large bowel, uterine and ovarian cancer was statistically significant ... But the same women were at reduced risk of developing ovarian cancer. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Breast cancer vaccine helps body fight tumors Sep 15, 2008
The HER2/neu protein is over-expressed, meaning it is over-active, in several tumors including breast, colorectal and ovarian cancer. Herceptin, also known as trastuzumab, an expensive antibody-based drug made by Genentech Inc, can treat these tumors. (Yahoo News)
Jade Goody's cancer has spread further than expected Sep 14, 2008
She was tested for ovarian cancer in 2004 and bowel cancer in 2006 and was given the all-clear. In 2005 she was rushed to hospital after collapsing with stomach pains. (Sunday Mirror)
Late TV listings Sep 14, 2008
Topics: The challenges in ovarian cancer; medical residents' hours; Tom Brady's knee injury; a high school football death; allergy season; new flu shot guidelines for kids; safety tips for child athletes. Guests: Dr. Ursula Matulonis, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Dr. Gwenn O'Keeffe, editor of Pediatrics Now (). (Boston Globe)
Dunham is a woman of the people Sep 14, 2008
Dunham died in 1995 of ovarian cancer. An anthropologist who specialized in handicrafts and rural development, Dunham helped pioneer "microfinance" in Indonesia, getting villagers small loans so they could build cottage industries to preserve native crafts and pull themselves out of poverty. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Breast, Ovarian Cancer Risk Underestimated for Asian Women Sep 13, 2008
Asian women at risk for and ovarian cancers may not be getting the genetic screening that could save them ... A woman's risk of breast and increases five-fold or more if she carries mutations in these genes, which underlie up to 10 percent of breast and 15 percent of ovarian cancers ... The study, which compared each model's success in Caucasian women with those of Asian descent (Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, Korean and Vietnamese), also raised important questions about the effect of race on... (Scientific American)
Cancer Stem Cells Isolated: Could Lead To New Drugs To Stop Cancer From Returning Sep 13, 2008
18, 2008) Researchers have identified, characterized and cloned ovarian cancer stem cells and have shown that these stem cells may be the source of ovarian cancer's recurrence and its resistance to. (July 20, 2008) Researchers have identified a type of cancer stem cell that might initiate metastatic cancer, which spreads beyond the original, primary tumor site and to other locations within the body. (Science Daily)
