High-tech ‘whole body’ scan could improve treatment of bone marrow cancer — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140128153944.htm
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Melatonin shows potential to slow tumor growth in certain breast cancers — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140128103117.htm
Music therapy’s positive effects on young cancer patients’ coping skills, social integration — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140127093134.htm
New study examines patterns of cancer screening in Appalachian women — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140122133430.htm
Study could aid in development of ‘liquid biopsy’ screening, diagnostic tests for bladder cancer — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140121151647.htm
Study could lead to ‘liquid biopsy’ tests for bladder cancer — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140122134312.htm
Scientists map gene changes driving tumors in common pediatric soft-tissue cancer — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140123125928.htm
Lab-grown, virus-free stem cells repair retinal tissue in mice — ScienceDaily
source : http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140123221915.htm
New study examines patterns of cancer screening in Appalachian women
Published in Women & Health, the study focused on six rural counties in Appalachian Kentucky. Researchers conducted in-person interviews with 222 women to assess their adherence (or lack thereof) to cancer screening guidelines…
Scientists map gene changes driving tumors in common pediatric soft-tissue cancer
Rhabdomyosarcoma is the most common soft-tissue sarcoma in children and affects muscles in any part of the body. Among patients diagnosed with non-metastasized disease, about 80 percent survive at least five years, although they may experience substantial treatment-related toxic effects. However, for those with metastatic disease, the five-year survival rate is about 30 percent even with aggressive treatment…