Cancer didn't dash Olympic swimmer's dream Sep 10, 2008
Testicular cancer is diagnosed in about 1 in 300 men in their lifetime ... Eric Shanteau said he felt angry when he found out he had testicular cancer ... In June, a week before the qualifying round of the Olympics he was told he had testicular cancer. (CNN)
Lance Armstrong making a comeback Sep 10, 2008
Armstrong's return from testicular cancer to win the Tour a record seven consecutive times made him a hero to cancer patients worldwide and elevated cycling to an unprecedented level in America. In an interview with Vanity Fair, Armstrong told the magazine he's 100 percent sure he's going to compete in the Tour de France next summer. (International Herald Tribune)
Armstrong's comeback trail may wind through the Valley Sep 10, 2008
"Armstrong's return from testicular cancer to win the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times made him a hero to cancer patients worldwide and elevated cycling to an unprecedented level in America.The 36-year-old Armstrong told Vanity Fair in an interview posted on its Web site Tuesday that he was inspired to return to pro cycling after finishing second last month in the Leadville 100, a high-altitude, lung-searing 100-mile mountain bike race through the Colorado Rockies."This kind of... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Bruyneel wants Armstrong if comeback talk is true Sep 10, 2008
"Firstly, we need to know if the rumor has base and, if it does, we need to know what is the motivation of the rider and then we'll talk, said Bruyneel, who was Armstrong's former boss with the Discovery Channel team. At the moment we are really far from all of that. Although Armstrong overcame testicular cancer, Bruyneel is uncertain whether even the 36-year-old Planoite can return after three years out of professional cycling."He's continued training and he's done marathons, but he's coming in... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Plano native Armstrong contemplating return Sep 10, 2008
"Armstrong did not respond to a text message or voice mails left by the AP. His manager, Mark Higgins, also did not respond to voice mails left by the AP.Armstrong, who overcame testicular cancer, has largely turned his competitive juices to running marathons since he retired from competitive cycling three years ago.In August, he finished second in the Leadville Trail 100, a lung-searing 100-mile mountain bike race through the Colorado Rockies."We know that Lance continued training hard after... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Double, triple catwalk coup Sep 9, 2008
High-profile designer no-shows at the Big Apple frock fest include sass & bide and Jayson Brunsdon, who recently underwent treatment for testicular cancer. The New York-based Australian fashionisto Michael Angel rocked the runway on Friday with a '70s rock-inspired collection accessorised - alarmingly for anyone who can remember the '80s - with Swarovski crystal-mesh shoulder pads. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Astana puts brakes on Armstrong story Sep 9, 2008
Armstrong, who overcame testicular cancer, has turned his competitive juices to running marathons since he retired from competitive cycling three years ago. Baseball Mets' Wagner could miss all of 2009 Mets closer Billy Wagner will undergo elbow surgery later this week that likely will sideline the 37-year-old lefthander through the 2009 season. (Boston Globe)
CYCLING Armstrong comeback debunked Sep 9, 2008
Armstrong, who overcame testicular cancer, has turned his competitive juices to running marathons since he retired from competitive cycling three years ago. In August, he finished second in the Leadville Trail 100, a 100-mile mountain-bike race through the Colorado Rockies. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Report: Lance Armstrong To End Retirement Sep 9, 2008
7-Time Tour De France Winner Will Compete In 2009 Event, Cycling Journal Says. AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 9, 2008. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Armstrong to return? Sep 9, 2008
Armstrong, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1996, rebounded from the disease to win seven straight Tour de France titles from 1999 to 2005. Since his retirement, Armstrong has run in a pair of the New York City Marathons along with the Boston Marathon. (iAfrica.com)
Newsweek: Why we're losing the war on cancer Sep 8, 2008
It invokes Lance Armstrong, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1996 and, after surgery and chemotherapy beat it back, went on to seven straight victories in the Tour de France. It describes how scientists wrestled childhood leukemia into near submission, turning it from a disease that killed 75 percent of the children it struck in the 1970s to one that 73 percent survive today. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Armstrong: No sex complaints Sep 6, 2008
Lance, who has overcome testicular cancer, added to Mens Journal magazine. I think it's hard for me, or for anyone in my position, to call someone up and say, 'Hey, can I take you on a date. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Shanteau recovering from cancer, plans swim return Sep 3, 2008
"I'm not back to full strength yet, but I'm pretty close to being completely normal.''In the meantime, he's looking at ways to use his experience to benefit others.Shanteau is setting up a new Web site that will document his story, provide links to cancer-fighting organizations and allow other victims of the disease to blog about their experiences. He's also in talks with Lance Armstrong's Livestrong charity - the seven-time Tour de France winner is a testicular cancer survivor - about working... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cancer survivor Shanteau vows to swim again Sep 3, 2008
Shanteau learned he had testicular cancer in June, just before the Olympic trials ... He's also in talks with Lance Armstrong's Livestrong charity -- the seven-time Tour de France winner is a testicular cancer survivor -- about working together at the grass-roots level ... The 24-year-old swimmer was diagnosed with testicular cancer in June, shortly before he was scheduled to head to Omaha, Neb. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Perfumes linked to infertility Sep 3, 2008
Infertility problems and testicular cancer have increased sharply in Britain in recent decades. The trend is often linked to pollution or chemicals used in many everyday products. (Metro)
Perfume 'risk to unborn babies' Sep 1, 2008
Prof Sharpe said the chemicals may also increase the risk of baby boys developing other reproductive conditions in later life, including testicular cancer. He added that women planning on becoming pregnant should avoid putting any cosmetic products on their skin which could then be absorbed into their bodies. (BBC News -- Health)
Vital: Mums Get Perfume Warning Sep 1, 2008
And they should avoid scented creams after research also linked them to testicular cancer ... It is also thought to increase the chance of testicular cancer ... Testicular cancer is also increasing worldwide by up to six per cent a year. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Perfumes or Scented Creams May Harm Unborn Babies Sep 1, 2008
They found that chemicals in many cosmetics can damage the reproductive system of male fetuses that could lead to infertility or testicular cancer ... He further said if hormones, or androgens, including testosterone, don't work properly, it can cause future problems of male fertility, including undescended testicles, low sperm count and the risk of testicular cancer. (TheMedGuru)
Olympian Shanteau has surgery for cancer Aug 28, 2008
Testicular cancer has a high rate of recovery if caught early. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shane Michael Ballard (792) Aug 27, 2008
He died August 23, 2008, at his home, after a 14-month battle with testicular cancer. He was born on Oct. 27, 1977, in Houston, Texas, to Sandra Bennett. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton gives to cancer center Aug 26, 2008
Dr. Andrew Hertler, the center's medical director, said Hamilton a survivor of testicular cancer made the donation through The Pioneer Fund, a Denver-based foundation on which he is a board member. It will be placed in an endowment that helps cancer patients and their families pay for travel expenses to the treatment center. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Now that Olympic Games are over, the answer still is . . . Aug 25, 2008
Because of Eric Shanteau, who arrived with testicular cancer but still competed in the breaststroke, serving notice to his disease: you will not kill my dreams - or me. Because who knew beach volleyball had that much drama. (Anchorage Daily News)
Cancer survival rates increase Aug 24, 2008
Dr Short said the cancers with the best survival chances were testicular cancer and thyroid cancer, where about 95 per cent of patients were still alive five years on. Next best were melanoma, breast and prostate cancer, where it was 85 to 95 per cent.. (The Australian)
Look Both Ways Aug 24, 2008
At the scene, she meets Nick (Williams McInnes), a newspaper snapper who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. With his journalist colleague, Andy Walker (Anthony Hayes), Nick takes a photo of the dead man's partner, Julia (Anna Farinacci), which his editor, Phil, sensitively publishes on the front page the following day. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A face but still no voice to go with the name Aug 24, 2008
Fashion designers Josh Goot, Leona Edmiston and Jayson Brunsdon, who will be making his first major public appearance since undergoing surgery for testicular cancer, will be assuming their front-row positions among an army of celebrities and fashionistas. Hawkins's much-scrutinised relationship with the fellow model Jake Wall will inevitably be examined yet again. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rise in C-sectionsstirs health worry Aug 24, 2008
If there was a vaccine that could prevent testicular cancer, but it had to be given to boys by age 5, no one would hesitate. Yet a vaccine that may help reduce cervical cancer is frowned on because giving it to girls 'may encourage them to have sex. (The Palm Beach Post)
Key Cancer Tests Can Be Done At Home Aug 19, 2008
Testicular Cancer Threatens Young Men. The average ages for testicular cancer diagnoses are 15 to 35, statistics show ... He said the good news -- and the incentive to do the self-exams -- is that testicular cancer is one of the only 100 percent curable cancers, if caught early. (Click2Houston, TX)
Testicular Cancer Aug 18, 2008
Responsible for Ten Percent of Male Cancers. The testicles or testes are the oval shaped organs found in the scrotum the pouch of skin that hangs below the penis. (Suite101.com)
Wales captain in cancer campaign Aug 18, 2008
Wales' Grand Slam winning rugby captain Ryan Jones is leading an initiative to raise awareness of testicular cancer among young men ... Testicular cancer is the most common form of the disease in men aged 15 to 44 and despite being rare, the incidence has more than doubled in Wales since 1975 ... When it comes to testicular cancer our health is quite literally in our hands. (BBC News)
Cancer-stricken U.S. swimmer wins unexpected "gold medal" in China Aug 17, 2008
Shanteau, 24, was diagnosed with testicular cancer in June, just weeks before last month's U.S. trials. Nevertheless, he beat Brendan Hansen to earn a trip to China and decided to put off surgery until after the Games. (Xinhuanet, China)
Ocean Watch: The zebra fish Aug 16, 2008
Why does a drug effective for testicular cancer impair hearing. The answers to these weighty questions, and more, could lie in a little fish called the zebra fish. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
My Olympic motto: higher, faster, weepier Aug 16, 2008
Consider American swimmer Eric Shanteau, who put off surgery for testicular cancer to compete in the Games. Who could not watch him swim close to his personal best in the 200-metre breaststroke and cry a bit for all his determination to forget, temporarily, a devastating diagnosis. (Globe and Mail)
Precise radiation can target cancer after spread Aug 15, 2008
Almost all patients with stage IV cancer die, even with chemotherapy, except for patients with testicular cancer and some blood cancers. Few options. (Globe and Mail)
Radiation can zap cancer that has spread Aug 14, 2008
Almost all patients with stage IV cancer die, even with chemotherapy, except for patients with testicular cancer and some blood cancers. "These patients had been through experimental treatments, so it is not like we got anybody who had standard of care left, Weichselbaum said.Each volunteer got three doses of precisely targeted radiation to their tumors. New guided radiation techniques can limit the amount of damage to healthy tissue and new imaging techniques, such as CT and PET scans, can help... (MSNBC -- Health)
* SWIMMING: Phelps swims into record books Aug 14, 2008
Eric Shanteau, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer just before the US Olympic trials and put off surgery until after the games, failed to advance to the final. He finished sixth in his semi-final heat and 10th overall, 13-hundredths of a second out of the last spot into the final. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Two more wins puts Phelps atop medal leader board Aug 14, 2008
Scott Spann was the third-fastest qualifier for the 200 breaststroke, and Eric Shanteau, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer shortly before the Olympic trials in Omaha, Neb. was 10th-fastest and missed making the final. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Japanese swimmer Kitajima sweeps breaststroke titles Aug 14, 2008
Eric Shanteau, an American swimmer diagnosed with testicular cancer, placed tenth in Wednesday's heats and failed to qualify for the final of the event. Kosuke Kitajima of Japan swims during the men's 200m breaststroke final at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games in the National Aquatics Center, also known as the Water Cube in Beijing, China, Aug. 14, 2008. (Xinhuanet, China)
CSL a winner on US private equity front Aug 14, 2008
In 2000, while fighting testicular cancer, McNamee won an international auction for Bern-based ZLB Bioplasma, paying $830 million for the business. Three years later CSL more than doubled that bet, paying $956 million for the US plasma products group Aventis Behring. (The Australian)
Shanteau can't advance Aug 14, 2008
That's when the 24-year-old swimmer will return to Atlanta for surgery on the testicular cancer he was diagnosed with a few weeks before last month's U.S. trials. Defying conventional medical opinions, Shanteau decided to put off surgery to compete in the Olympics, but only after being checked repeatedly to make sure the cancer wasn't spreading and threatening his chances of a full recovery. (AL.com)
High-Tech Swimsuits: Winning Medals Too Aug 14, 2008
(Yes, he's the guy who went to Beijing despite a diagnosis of testicular cancer. Shanteau, for example, had about an inch and a half of material taken out of the waistband part of the suit to make it cling more precisely on his body. (Time.com)
Cancer survivor Shanteau advances in Olympic debut Aug 13, 2008
BEIJING (AP) -- , who is battling testicular cancer, made his Olympic debut Tuesday night, easily advancing out of the 200m breaststroke preliminaries just a couple weeks before he will undergo surgery ... He found out he had testicular cancer just weeks before last month's U.S. trials, where he upset Brendan Hansen to earn a trip to China. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GOING FOR GOLD BLOG: Full swimming coverage Aug 13, 2008
As you recall, he revealed that he was diagnosed with testicular cancer just before the U.S. team trials. Shanteau said he would delay treatment until after the Olympics. (USA Today -- Sports)
Shanteau: 'i Have No Regrets' Aug 13, 2008
"Why me?" turned into "Why now?" when the breaststroker was diagnosed with slow-growing, Stage 1 testicular cancer on June 19, just weeks before he was to swim in the U.S. trials for his last chance to make an Olympic team. Shanteau had a decision to make: Surgery or the Olympics. (ABC 7 News, DC)
OLYMPIC HIGHLIGHTS Aug 13, 2008
Eric Shanteau, who put off surgery for testicular cancer to compete at the Olympics, failed by 0. 13 seconds to qualify for a spot in the 200-meter breaststroke. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Shanteau falls short Aug 13, 2008
He competed in the Olympics despite being diagnosed with testicular cancer the week before the U.S. trials ... Second, he disclosed afterward that he had been diagnosed with testicular cancer ... When asked if he had given his son any advice, he said: "When Eric found out he had cancer, he called me. He said, 'I need to talk to you about a health issue,' and there was a long pause. Then Eric said, 'I've been diagnosed with testicular cancer.' I said 'are you sure?' Eric said, 'yes, I've talked... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Phelps makes it five Aug 13, 2008
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Shanteau makes Olympic debut Aug 13, 2008
found out he had testicular cancer just weeks before last month's U.S. trials, where he upset Brendan Hansen to earn a trip to China. "It was weird walking on deck," Shanteau said. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Olympic swimmer battles testicular cancer Aug 13, 2008
Eric Shanteau says the support of teammates has been important as he fights testicular cancer. Shanteau, 24, of Lilburn, Georgia, was diagnosed with testicular cancer June 19, a week before he left for the U.S. swim trials. (CNN -- Health)
China wins gold, Americans take bronze in men’s gymnastics final Aug 12, 2008
More qualifying was to come Tuesday, including Eric Shanteau in the 200 breaststroke only a few months after being diagnosed with testicular cancer. He s postponed treatment to compete in Beijing. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
DEITSCH: What's going on today Aug 12, 2008
Shanteau was told by his doctors a week before the U.S. trials that he had testicular cancer. They cleared him to swim at the trials, where he unexpectedly made the team, edging close friend, Brendan Hansen for second place in the 200-meter breaststroke. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Competition's stiff, but this should get the gold for the sleaziest Aug 12, 2008
(TVO, 9 p.m.) Martin Clunes (Doc Martin) delivers a string of witty ripostes as a hypochondriac copywriter who discovers he really does have testicular cancer. Phil's lump leaves him anything but limp as he channels his anxiety into an ad campaign for power drills. (Globe and Mail)
Opera, in a tent Aug 12, 2008
Not (always) as vulgar as one might fear, this work from Toronto's Rob Salerno examines courage, male friendship and testicular cancer. Winner of the Hamilton Fringe New Play Award and the London (Ontario) Fringe Best Original Production. (Globe and Mail)
Gumball 3000 10th Anniversary Rally Kicks Off Saturday, August 9 in San Francisco Aug 10, 2008
Over the past nine years, Gumball 3000 has been hosted by kings and presidents, partied with Snoop Dogg, appeared on the "Jay Leno Show," raised awareness for testicular cancer, chartered the world's three largest aircrafts, created untold amount of "Jackass's" fuelled mayhem, hung out at Hugh Hefner's mansion, and most recently has been invited to work with the United Nations, all through the language of the motor car. For more information go to for the latest news, reviews, videos, products... (PR Newswire)
Olympics SPort by Sports Aug 8, 2008
Shanteau, recently diagnosed with testicular cancer, is the sentimental favorite. 100-METER BUTTERFLY. (Boston Globe)
Grannygate sequel a French farce Aug 8, 2008
TEENAGE Knights star Jeremy Papamau, a 2007 Australian Schoolboys representative and winner of the Carlson Club-Andrew Johns Medal as Newcastle's best under-18s player, is fighting for his life after being diagnosed with testicular cancer during a routine injury check-up ... "It's a big thing for a 17-year-old kid to deal with but being in a sporting environment, you've got to have a strong character and you can tell that about him. He said if this thing is going to try to beat him, he's right... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cancer on hold Aug 8, 2008
Eric Shanteau has testicular cancer. Richard Shanteau, his father, has lung cancer. (AL.com)
Cancer has Shanteau swimming for his life Aug 7, 2008
He simply reminds himself he has testicular cancer. Just a week before qualifying for the Games, Shanteau, 24, noticed an abnormality and was finally persuaded by his girlfriend to see a doctor. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Armstrong to race in Leadville 100 Aug 7, 2008
A survivor of testicular cancer that spread to his lungs and brain, Armstrong spends much of his time tending to his Livestrong foundation dedicated to healthy living and fighting cancer. ALSO ON THIS STORY. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celizic: Hoff swims into Beijing under the sonar Aug 7, 2008
Following them where a group that included Natalie Coughlin, Brandon Hanson, Ryan Lochte, Aaron Peirsol and Eric Shanteau, the swimmer who is putting off surgery for testicular cancer until after the games. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cancer just ripple in swimmer's pool Aug 7, 2008
Seven weeks since he was diagnosed with testicular cancer, the 24-year-old Shanteau has decided to take ownership of his ailment and to convert it into fuel ... Testicular cancer, the most common form found in young men, is not nearly as ominous as it was 15 or 20 years ago. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
OLYMPICS:What To Watch For Aug 7, 2008
Teammate Eric Shanteau will compete in the breaststroke after deciding to put off surgery for testicular cancer until after the games. Leisel Jones and Libby Trickett lead a powerful Australian women's team, while the Americans counter with Natalie Coughlin and Katie Hoff. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Shanteaus cancer battle inspires US team Aug 7, 2008
Shanteau, 24, who is competing at the Beijing Olympics in the 200m breaststroke, has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and is delaying surgery until after he returns home from the Games ... Shanteau said he drew inspiration in his coming battle through legendary American multi Tour de France-winning cyclist Lance Armstrong, who was also diagnosed with testicular cancer but fought it through chemotherapy and surgery and eventually recovered. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Armstrong predicts top-5 finish at Leadville 100 Aug 7, 2008
A survivor of testicular cancer that spread to his lungs and brain, Armstrong spends much of his time tending to his Livestrong foundation dedicated to healthy living and fighting cancer. Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Olympic Swimmer Dara Torres' New Challenge Aug 6, 2008
Eric Shanteau is battling testicular cancer; Jessica Hardy is off the team because of a positive drug test; and now this. Torres has been meeting with the team psychiatrist, and the team USA head coach says she's trying to stay focused on the water. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Olympic injuries range from basic to bizarre Aug 3, 2008
U.S. swimmer with testicular cancer to have surgery after Beijing Games. U.S. forward Abby Wambachsignals for team doctors after breaking two bones in her left leg against Brazil on July 16 in Italy. (MSNBC -- Sports)
