Length of Biological Marker Associated With Risk of Cancer Jul 12, 2010
"Of note, telomere length was preferentially associated with individual cancers characterized by a high fatality rate such as gastric, lung, and ovarian cancer, but less so with tumors linked to better prognosis," the authors write. They add that telomere length had a similar predictive value for cancer in both men and women and in various age groups. (Science Daily)
Can Same-Sex Partner Claim Loss of Consortium? Jul 10, 2010
Mueller didn't have ovarian cancer, as she had been told ... But everything changed after Dr. Iris Wertheim diagnosed Mueller as having ovarian cancer in 2001 and performed a surgical procedure that involved cutting out the tumor's cells. (Law.com)
Protein Inhibitor Revives Chemotherapy for Ovarian Patients Jul 9, 2010
ScienceDaily (July 6, 2010) Investigators at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) have discovered a way that may help ovarian cancer patients who no longer respond to conventional chemotherapy ... A scientific paper that will be published in the September issue of the journal Gynecologic Oncology describes how the inhibition of a protein, CHEK1, may be an effective element to incorporate into therapies for women with ovarian cancer ... The research led by TGen's Dr. David Azorsa,... (Science Daily)
Scientists Design New Delivery Device for Gene Therapy Jul 8, 2010
(July 31, 2009) Nanoparticle delivery of diphtheria toxin-encoding DNA selectively expressed in ovarian cancer cells reduced the burden of ovarian tumors in mice, and researchers expect this therapy could be tested. (Oct. (Science Daily)
Revolutionary Therapy Slows Tumor Growth in Advanced Breast Cancer, Research Reports Jul 7, 2010
2, 2008) Israeli investigators have found that Ashkenazi Jewish women with ovarian cancer who have mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes lived significantly longer than Ashkenazi Jewish ovarian cancer. . (Science Daily)
Public interest paramount in genetic patenting push Jul 6, 2010
Mutations in these genes are linked to breast and ovarian cancer. A woman can be tested for these gene mutations, and this knowledge is important for cancer prevention and treatment. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
TGen finds protein inhibitor revives chemotherapy for ovarian patients Jul 6, 2010
July 6, 2010 Investigators at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) have discovered a way that may help ovarian cancer patients who no longer respond to conventional chemotherapy. A scientific paper that will be published in the September issue of the journal Gynecologic Oncology describes how the inhibition of a protein, CHEK1, may be an effective element to incorporate into therapies for women with ovarian cancer ... The research led by TGen's Dr. David Azorsa, a Senior... (EurekAlert!)
Ovarian cancer test comes under fire Jul 5, 2010
DOCTORS, researchers and a leading women's cancer body have attacked a ''revolutionary'' $200 ovarian cancer test developed by a Melbourne biotech company because they say there is no proof it will save lives. Melbourne company Healthlinx, which launched the OvPlex ovarian cancer test in October 2008, recently won a $750,000 state government grant to improve the test's accuracy ... It is recommended for women who already have symptoms of ovarian cancer, which kills 800 Australian women a year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Four generations, one aim: to beat the curse Jul 4, 2010
Bonnie's mother Krystal Barter, her grandmother Julie and her great-grandmother Valerie all carry the BRCA1 gene mutation implicated in breast and ovarian cancer. About two dozen women in the extended family have had breast or ovarian cancer and almost half have died, some in their 30s. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
What's doing Jul 3, 2010
Ovarian cancer support group to meet July 8. NISSWA - The Ovarian Cancer Support Group will meet from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Nisswa American Legion, in the lower level meeting room, located at 25807 Main St., Nisswa ... The meeting, sponsored by the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance, is free and open to ovarian cancer survivors, family members and the public. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Ovarian cancer support group to meet July 8 Jun 30, 2010
The meeting, sponsored by the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (mnovarian. org), is free and open to ovarian cancer survivors, family members, friends and the public ... RSVP is requested by calling Teresa Faust, local area volunteer and ovarian cancer survivor, at (218) 963-9566. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Americans Are Treated, And Overtreated, To Death Jun 30, 2010
Saideh Browne said her mother, Khadija Akmal-Lamb, wanted to fight her advanced ovarian cancer even after learning it had spread to her liver. The 55-year-old Kansas City, Mo. (KIRO TV, WA)
Engineered Antibodies Directed Against a Promising Therapeutic Target on Ovarian Cancer Cells Jun 30, 2010
ScienceDaily (June 30, 2010) Stealthy and stubborn, ovarian cancer is a particularly vexing malignancy, difficult to diagnose in early stages and difficult to treat once it progresses further ... D., co-leader of the Developmental Therapeutics Program at Fox Chase Cancer Center, and colleagues recently isolated a small, antibody-like molecule called GS45, which is capable of zeroing in on a sort of red flag that distinguishes ovarian cancer cells from normal cells ... llerian Inhibiting... (Science Daily)
Starr report Jun 28, 2010
Kelly Ripa, who's hosting the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund's annual "Super Satur day" July 31 in the Hamptons (Nova's Ark Proj ect, Water Mill), is also team ing with Kim Kar dashian in PSAs to support QVC's live coverage of "Super Sat urday" (2-4 p.m.). QVC will feature an exclusive sale of designer styles, with net pro ceeds benefiting OCRF.. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
10 symptoms not to ignore Jun 26, 2010
Untreated, endometriosis can lead to infertility and possibly even tumors that could develop into certain types of ovarian cancer. Act now. (MSNBC -- Health)
Cancer centers revitalize survivors Jun 26, 2010
There, on every third Tuesday, she underwent chemotherapy sessions lasting almost eight hours to battle ovarian cancer. Jason Getz, jgetz@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Christus Schumpert recognized for promoting breastfeeding Jun 26, 2010
In addition, the benefits to the mother are many such as reducing the likelihood of developing osteoporosis, breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. It also promotes losing pregnancy weight. (KSLA.com, LA)
Gildas, American Cancer Society to merge Jun 25, 2010
Radner died of ovarian cancer in 1989. Given challenging fiscal times, increasing need for support, and the truly collaborative partner we have in the American Cancer Society, our board approved this move without hesitation, said Robert Blackman, board chair at Gilda s Club of the Capital Region NY.. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Survivor stories part of reason for Relay Jun 25, 2010
Mitchell had ovarian cancer and completed three rounds of chemotherapy treatment 14 years ago. While she attends Relay for Life nearly every year, many people don't know she is a cancer survivor. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Asymetric Nanostructures for Early and More Accurate Prediction of Cancer Jun 24, 2010
30, 2009) Concentrations of the biomarkers CA125, human epididymis protein 4, and mesothelin began to rise three years before clinical diagnosis of ovarian cancer, according to a new study ... (July 29, 2005) Scientists from the Uppsala Branch of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (LICR) have made a promising discovery that could improve the early diagnosis of breast and ovarian cancers through a. (Science Daily)
Mercine Johanna Wilhelm, 82; worked secretly at nuclear test site in Nevada Jun 23, 2010
after a long struggle with ovarian cancer ... About 15 years ago, Mrs. Wilhelm was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and given three to five years to live. (Boston Globe)
How to Reduce the Troublesome Sympt... Jun 23, 2010
What s more, phyto-estrogens have the potential to prevent the occurrence of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and uterine cancer. Cruciferous vegetables : vegetable such as - cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale and mustard greens provide loads of powerful anti-oxidants. (Suite101.com)
Coffee cuts risk of head, neck cancers Jun 23, 2010
Some studies, for example, have found lower rates of kidney and ovarian cancer among coffee drinkers, while there appears to be no effect for colon cancer. For the new report, scientists pooled results from nine earlier studies on head and neck cancers, which also included information on coffee or tea drinking. (MSNBC -- Health)
Federal Court Jun 22, 2010
A landmark court case to test the legality of an Australian patent for breast and ovarian cancer genes is to be launched in Sydney ... A LANDMARK court case will test the legality of an Australian patent for a breast and ovarian cancer gene owned by an American biotechnology company and two international research organisations. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Obituaries for Sunday, June 20, 2010 (24) Jun 20, 2010
At the time of Freds diagnosis in April, he was actively engaged in the research of ovarian cancer with other physicians, namely Wilbur A. Franklin M.D. at Anschutz Medical Campus, for the purpose of effectively treating the cancer, which currently takes the lives of thousands of women each year. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, Freds family requests that any donations be made to the J. Frederic Kolhouse M.D. Cancer Research Fund through the University of Colorado Foundation. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Freda P. O'Briant Jun 19, 2010
Her courage, strength and faith carried her through her tireless fight with ovarian cancer. She was an inspiration to all. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
14 Ways Wine Enhances Health Jun 19, 2010
Two studies one Australian and one Hawaiian found that a glass of wine a day reduced the risk of ovarian cancer by as much as 50 percent. But heavy drinking can increase the risk. (Newsmax)
Wedding is a way to raise awareness Jun 19, 2010
So today at her wedding, her bridesmaids' dresses will be teal, but there'll be an added meaning for the ovarian cancer survivor. And in forgoing wedding favors for 300 guests, Ms. Goss has instead decided to donate to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition ... The colors of Ms. Goss' wedding are dark silver and, in poetic fashion, teal, which is not only her favorite color but the nationally recognized color for ovarian cancer awareness. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Blood Relations: New Study Explores Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Jun 18, 2010
ScienceDaily (June 17, 2010) Despite many research advances, ovarian cancer remains lethal in a majority of cases, due to late diagnosis of the disease. In a new study, Dr. Joshua LaBaer of the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University, along with Arturo Ramirez and Paul Lampe, researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, used a novel method for identifying biomarkers proteins in blood that can identify ovarian cancer before symptoms appear ... As LaBaer notes,... (Science Daily)
Women Who Choose Boiled Coffee Run Lower Risk of Breast Cancer, Swedish Study Finds Jun 17, 2010
3, 2006) Women who drank at least two cups of tea a day had a lower risk of ovarian cancer than those who did not drink tea, according to a study in the December 12/26 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Law Firms Sanctioned Over Billionaire's 'Frivolous' Estate Claim Jun 16, 2010
A will signed by Ms. Cohen shortly before her death from ovarian cancer left the majority of her estate, which would include any funds from her father, in trust to Samantha. As executor of Ms. Cohen's will, Perelman would oversee the trust. (Law.com)
HealthLinx gets backing for cancer test Jun 15, 2010
The Victorian government is backing a multi-million dollar trial into a new test for the early detection of ovarian cancer, called OvPlex, which has been developed in Melbourne by biotechnology company HealthLinx. The Minister for Innovation Gavin Jennings launched a major international second study into the OvPlex ovarian cancer diagnostic test this morning and he said the trials could potentially change the lives of many women in Victoria and around the world. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
ACS gives $1.9M to Missouri researchers Jun 15, 2010
Oluwatayo Ikotun, Washington University, $150,000 to research early detection of ovarian cancer. Erin Willert, Washington University, $150,000 to study gene expression. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Control of Cancer Cell Pathways Key to Halting Disease Spread, Study Shows Jun 15, 2010
24, 2008) Ovarian cancer cells are "addicted" to a family of proteins produced by the notorious oncogene, MYC, and blocking these Myc proteins halts cell proliferation in the deadliest cancer of the female. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Disease detective's quest to save lives Jun 14, 2010
Her study on the oral contraceptive pill, maligned as a cause of cancer, found it in fact offered protection against ovarian cancer. "The pill, when it is being taken, does have some adverse effects on blood clots and breast cancer. But for women taking the pill in their 20s and 30s these are small effects, and when they stop taking it the protection against ovarian cancer goes on for the rest of their life. The net effect is good.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Relay For Life Brings Thousands To Salinas Jun 14, 2010
Adams said she was diagnosed in January in 2009 with Stage 4 ovarian cancer at age 34 and said she has been going through chemotherapy for the past 15 months. So she was more than ready to celebrate life at Relay for Life with thousands of others. (KSBW 8, CA)
Brevard County female barbers cutting into the business Jun 13, 2010
"Now, the survivor of lung and ovarian cancer -- who plans to open a barber school for local students -- has broadened her barbershop by venturing into cosmetology, working with chemicals."When I went to school, all they offered was barber licenses. Now, I'm a one-woman show," she laughs. "Sure, I can do the $10 shampoo and haircuts. (Florida Today)
Famed Chicago restaurateur dead at 72 Jun 12, 2010
Stewart's brother, Sam Mitchell Jr., said his sister was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November and died at Rush Oak Park Hospital just five days after her 72nd birthday, which was Sunday. "She wanted to make her birthday," Mitchell said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Cancer Drug Avastin Causes Kidney Damage? Jun 12, 2010
It also doesn't concern 46-year-old Julie Del Giorno, a Pennsylvania woman who took Avastin to treat her ovarian cancer as part of a clinical trial last year. Luckily, she now has no signs of cancer left. (ABC News)
Mitchell is a honorary chairwoman for Relay for Life Jun 11, 2010
Anna Marie Mitchell of Forest City was diagnosed with ovarian cancer 16 years ago ... She has been reminded that ovarian cancer can often be fatal, Mitchell said. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Battle with cancer is personal for Relay organizer Jun 11, 2010
She was diagnosed with primary peritoneal carcinoma, a rare type of ovarian cancer. I had a 9-centimeter tumor in my stomach, she said. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Late-stage ovarian cancer shows promise in two-drug phase I trial Jun 10, 2010
INDIANAPOLIS -- The combination of decitabine and carboplatin appears to improve the outcome of women who have late-stage ovarian cancer ... Advanced ovarian cancer is often diagnosed too late for treatment to be effective ... Women participating in the study were between 51 and 71, and had previously exhausted all approved treatments for ovarian cancer. (EurekAlert!)
'Young blood' helps 24-hour Relay for Life fundraiser net nearly $160,000 for cancer research (746) Jun 9, 2010
"My sister, Lori Hanson Cook, passed away of ovarian cancer at 43 11 years ago," Graddy said. You need to upgrade your Flash Player This movie requires Flash Player 8 or greater. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Studies Suggest New Treatment Paradigms for Ovarian, Prostate Cancers Jun 8, 2010
The first study found that adding Avastin to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) and continuing with "maintenance" Avastin after chemo actually slowed the time-to-disease recurrence in women with advanced ovarian cancer ... "This is a new potential treatment paradigm for stage 3 and 4 ovarian cancer," added Dr. Jennifer Obel, an attending physician at Northshore University Health System and moderator of a Sunday news conference at which these results were presented ... The phase 3... (MEDLINEplus)
Fighting ovarian cancer Jun 8, 2010
Scientists have found a way to help women suffering from ovarian cancer to keep clear of the disease for longer ... Scientists have found a way to help women suffering from ovarian cancer to keep clear of the disease for longer. (ITV news, UK -- News)
Architects Rancho Santa Fe Jun 7, 2010
But Rices career was cut short when she contracted ovarian cancer and died Dec. 22, 1938. She never married, probably because she had decided to pursue a full-time professional career that few married women had available to them. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Long-term Avastin use helps ovarian cancer Jun 7, 2010
Long-term Avastin use helps keep ovarian cancer in check - USATODAY.com ... Long-term Avastin use helps keep ovarian cancer in check ... Although earlier studies have shown that Avastin can help fight relapsed ovarian cancer, this is the first to show it also combats newly diagnosed disease, Burger says. (USA Today)
24-hour Relay for LIfe at PHS takes aim at cancer Jun 6, 2010
"The survivor encourages others to educate themselves and listen to their bodies. Before she was diagnosed, Mason said, she had experienced symptoms for about nine months."Ovarian cancer whispers, and you have to really listen hard," said Mason, who underwent chemotherapy and surgery to remove one ovary and lymph nodes to which the cancer had spread. She also took advantage of therapy options at her hospital, like art therapy.For Mason, the hardest part was losing her hair. "Clothing covers my... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Roanoke Valley Relay for Lifes mission:Celebrate more birthdays Jun 6, 2010
And she takes the goal to heart as she is nearly a five-year cancer survivor after fighting a rare type of ovarian cancer. I m a miracle child, Garrett said. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
- HRT patch lowers stroke chances: study Jun 5, 2010
The study, published in the British Medical Journal, adds to a very slowly growing body of evidence that could rehabilitate the use of HRT, which plummeted in 2002 after the publication of the Womens Health Initiative study, which found an increased risk of ovarian cancer, breast cancer, strokes and other health problems from hormone therapy. Sales of US market leader Wyeths combined estrogen--progestin therapy Prempro have fallen by about 50 percent since 2001 to about US$1 billion a year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Success swings on a change in attitude Jun 5, 2010
Simon, Healy, Sthalekar, Perry, footballer Danielle Brogan and netballer Rebecca Bulley were yesterday joined by Roosters players Nate Myles and Mitchell Aubusson to promote the Women in Sport initiative and raise awareness of ovarian cancer, which is diagnosed, on average, in three Australian women each day. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Genetic Causes of Canine Mammary Tumors Investigated Jun 3, 2010
(June 26, 2008) New research explored whether ovarian cancer has a scent different from other cancers and whether working dogs could be taught to distinguish it in its different stages. Ovarian cancer has a high. (Science Daily)
Tenet reveals Healthscope bid, shares sag Jun 2, 2010
" Tenet is competing with some of the world's biggest private equity companies for control of Healthscope with Texas Pacific Group joining with Carlyle Group and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts linking with CVC to make a pitch for the company. Tenet has offered $5.80 per share for control of Healthscope, matching a bid made by one of the private equity groups while the other private equity group has made an offer of $5.75 per share. All three bidders have been invited to conduct due diligence on... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Novogen stock slashed in half Jun 2, 2010
Shares in biotechnology company Novogen have collapsed by more than 50 per cent after the company unveiled disappointing phase II trial results for the ovarian cancer trial of its drug, phenoxodiol. The drug is licensed to Novogen's 70 per cent-owned subsidiary, Marshall Edwards, and did not show a statistically significant improvement in late stage ovarian cancer patients. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
UK Research Leads to Blood Test for Early Detection of Cancer Jun 2, 2010
Using the technology developed by Oncimmune there is, for the first time, a reliable platform available for testing the autoimmune response to cancer and further research will allow validation of the test in other tumour areas such as lung, colon and ovarian cancer ... 25, 2010) Noninvasive contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging, combined with proteomic analyses of blood samples may help physicians identify early-stage ovarian cancer and save the lives of many women, according. (Science Daily)
BRCA: Christina Applegate, other women with gene act fast Jun 2, 2010
Risk of ovarian cancer ... More than half the women had their ovaries removed, which reduces the risk of both breast and ovarian cancers by removing the body's major source of estrogen. (USA Today -- News)
Surgical Procedure Offers New Option for Pediatric Patients With Rare Cancer in Abdomen Jun 1, 2010
10, 2006) According to a study published in the January 5 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, women with Stage III ovarian cancer given a combination of intravenous (IV) and intra-abdominal ... 12, 2006) Mayo Clinic Cancer Center researchers report aggressive surgical removal of as much cancer as possible throughout the abdomen in ovarian cancer patients is the best option for most women. (Science Daily)
Breast cancer vaccine comes a big step closer Jun 1, 2010
The chief executive of the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre, Helen Zorbas, said the ''impact of a vaccine that could prevent this would be really huge. The early results are extremely promising the next step will be to trial it with a small group of women with advanced breast cancer and they are anticipating that next year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The Aftermath of 'Myriad Genetics' May 29, 2010
The American Civil Liberties Union and the Public Patent Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, took the lead in filing the lawsuit on behalf of numerous patients and medical professionals and others asserting that several patents on two human genes (BRCA1 and BRCA2) associated with breast and ovarian cancer are unconstitutional and invalid. Among the plaintiffs are an assortment of health care organizations, including the Association for Molecular Pathology, the American College of Medical... (Law.com)
Novartis: Ovarian cancer drug disappoints in trial May 28, 2010
GENEVA Swiss drug maker Novartis AG said Thursday it won't ask regulators for permission to market a new ovarian cancer drug after a late-stage trial proved disappointing ... The drug, patupilone, failed to show improvements over existing drugs in 829 patients with advanced ovarian cancer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Blocking Tumor's 'Death Switch' Paradoxically Stops Tumor Growth May 28, 2010
The team studied the role of CD95 in tumors using several human cancer cell lines, liver cancer mouse models, and models of ovarian cancer (from the laboratory of Ernst Lengyel, MD, PhD, Associate Professor in the Section of Gynecologic Oncology at the University of Chicago Medical Center). Selectively deleting or reducing CD95 in these tumors dramatically slowed cell growth and, in some cases, actually killed the cells. (Science Daily)
Best and brightest to represent city in San Jose May 27, 2010
And, he noted, for women with ovarian cancer, having a cup of cranberry juice makes the cancerous cells six times more susceptible to chemo treatment. Crockett s out-of-this-world research doesn t have such effects; he s busy training a telescope on the crab nebula I like crab, Affentranger said, thinking more about a meal than science millions of miles away from Earth. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
5 Foods Women Should Eat More May 27, 2010
This green vegetable also happens to be one of the richest food sources of the flavonoid kaempferol, which has shown protective benefits against ovarian cancer ... And, like broccoli, onions are a potent cancer-fighting food; high onion consumption has been linked to a whopping 25 percent reduced risk of breast cancer and a 73 percent reduced risk of ovarian cancer ... Well-known research tracking 66,940 women enrolled in the Nurses' Health Study found a 40 percent decrease in the incidence of... (KIRO TV, WA)
Profile: Jane Tewson May 26, 2010
When Jane Tewson's best friend, Kerry, was dying of ovarian cancer, she'd put a coathanger on her bedroom door handle if she wanted to talk to Jane about death. "People don't really know what to say," says Tewson, 51, the founder and chief executive of Pilotlight Australia, a philanthropic network that aims to spark ideas, projects and alliances to tackle injustice in creative ways. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Claudia Jean Douglas May 23, 2010
Claudia gracefully and courageously lived with ovarian cancer for most of the last decade. During this time she continued to enjoy life and contribute to the world around her. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
