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Metformin shows potential as a cancer drug
The diabetes drug metformin has shown success in treating breast cancer when paired with common chemotherapy drugs, a mouse study suggests. Read Summary > -
Depression may hasten cancer death
Depression may rob cancer patients of years of life, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Many women not given the proper breast cancer test
A new study suggests that up to two-thirds of women may not be getting the right genetic tests for breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Making the most of expiring health insurance
A health reporter talks about how you can prioritize the use of your employer's insurance if you believe you're in danger of losing it. Read Summary > -
Chemotherapy Resistance
Cell cycle checkpoints act like molecular tripwires for damaged cells. Leave the tripwire in place for too long, however, and cancer cells will press on regardless, making them resistant to certain types of chemotherapy, according to researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Read More > -
Clover, black cohosh no help for hot flashes: study
Two new studies suggest that the botanical remedies black cohosh and red clover don't ease hot flashes or improve cognition during menopause. Read Summary > -
Spotting the symptoms of recurrent breast cancer
Many patients whose breast cancer recurs have no obvious symptoms, but experts say people should be aware of what those symptoms are. Read Summary > -
Meat, eggs, dairy don't increase odds of breast cancer
New studies find no clear link, but some experts say a lack of fiber may increase risk. Read Summary > -
Sen. Ted Kennedy dies from brain cancer
Kennedy, who was the youngest son of the fabled political family, and brother to President John F. Kennedy, had been diagnosed with malignant glioma--an aggressive form of brain cancer. Read Summary > -
Low-dose estrogen may help if cancer recurs
Women whose breast cancer recurs may be helped by a low-dose of estrogen, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Femara beats Tamoxifen for older breast cancer patients
The newer drug boosted survival and should be first-line treatment, experts say. Read Summary > -
Scientists discover how sugar "feeds" tumors
Finding could lead to new cancer treatments, researchers say. Read Summary > -
End-of-life counseling improves mood: study
A new study has found that offering end-of-life counseling to patients who are dying improves their mood and their quality-of-life. Read Summary > -
New drug attacks cancer stem cells
A drug used as an antibiotic on farms appears to attack breast cancer stem cells and slow tumor growth, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
FDA clarifies rules about 'investigational' drugs
The FDA has detailed its guidelines for the use of so-called "investigational" drugs in the hopes that more people who might benefit from not-yet-approved medications can gain access to them. Read Summary > -
Wine may shield cancer patients from radiation side effects
Breast cancer patients undergoing radiation may be helped by drinking a glass of wine on the days they receive treatment. Read Summary > -
Weight lifting may ease lymphedema in breast cancer survivors
Historically, doctors have recommended that breast cancer patients steer clear of stressing the arm with strength training, but a new study has found it may help ease painful swelling. Read Summary > -
Cancer deaths declining: study
A new study published in the journal Cancer Research has found that cancer death rates are declining, particularly among young people. Read Summary > -
Obama gives healthcare 'pep talk' to senators as they leave for break
The White House considers healthcare reform to be vital to a U.S. economic recovery and wants the legislation approved by the end of the year. Read Summary > -
Periodic dieting could reduce breast cancer risk
Women who restrict their calories periodically may be reducing their risk of breast cancer more than women who consistently diet, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Experts see no comeback for hormone therapy
They say the risks of long-term HRT still outweigh the benefits. Read Summary > -
Scientists ID why cancer drugs boost blood pressure
One-third of cancer patients experience increases in blood pressure due to their cancer medicines, and scientists say the drugs' effects on a pathway that affects blood vessel health may be the cause of this side effect. Read Summary > -
Psychological distress common in cancer survivors: study
Boston scientists have found that people who have survived a bout with cancer are more likely than the general population to suffer psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression, even ten years after they have completed cancer treatment. Read Summary > -
Lack of study participants may hobble cancer fight
Experts say one of the main reasons the war on cancer may not be progressing is due to a lack of cancer study participants. Read Summary > -
House panel approves healthcare reform bill
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall. Read Summary > -
And Foley Makes Three…
Perhaps a better title for this post would be "Foley Times Three" because instead of having one Foley for two or three weeks, I had three! Read Summary > -
Blood pressure drug may block overactive breast cancer gene
A medication used to treat high blood pressure may be able to block the activity of a gene linked to breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system. Read Summary > -
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight. Read Summary > -
Reid: No healthcare vote until after August recess
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote. Read Summary > -
Military personnel have higher prostate, breast cancer rates
Researchers say the higher rates of breast cancer and prostate cancer may be linked to exposure to industrial chemicals and depleted uranium. Read Summary > -
Spiritual feelings may affect mental health for breast cancer patients
Women who feel disillusioned about or angry with God because of their breast cancer may experience worse mental and emotional health, experts say. Read Summary > -
AMA backs House healthcare reform bill
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. Read Summary > -
Remember Your Mammogram
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House bill would make health care a 'right, responsibility'
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans. Read Summary > -
Surgeon General choice will put primary care at the forefront
Dr. Regina Benjamin, President Obama's choice for Surgeon General, puts the face of primary care at the forefront of the Obama administration's healthcare reform efforts, experts say. Read Summary > -
Phil Mickelson's mother diagnosed with breast cancer
Experts say more families are having to deal with multiple cases of breast cancer at one time. Read Summary > -
Migraines Linked to Reduced Breast Cancer Risk
It's rare for migraines to be seen as a good health omen, but new research on over 9,000 women suggests they just might lower the risk of breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Four-letter words may relieve pain
Cursing after you feel pain may help you bear it more, a small study of college students suggests. Read Summary > -
Chemotherapy may affect work status
Patients who undergo chemotherapy may be more likely to experience a change in their work status than patients who don't have chemo, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
7 years enough to protect biologic drugs, White House says
White House officials say seven years is long enough for biologic medications to have patent protection from less expensive generic rivals. Read Summary > -
Hospitals close to agreeing to accept Medicare cuts
According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system. Read Summary > -
Wal-Mart supports employer health insurance mandate
The Associated Press is reporting that the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart, has announced that it supports an employer health insurance mandate. Read Summary > -
Study on Lantus shows possible cancer link
But experts say that diabetics should continue taking the insulin analog, since results from the studies are conflicting. Read Summary > -
Weight-loss surgery cuts cancer risk in women
A new study has found that obese women who undergo weight-loss surgery are 42 percent less likely to develop cancer than obese women who do not have surgery. Read Summary > -
Whole-cooked carrots better at fighting cancer
Carrots that are boiled first before being cut retain 25 percent more of their cancer-fighting nutrients than carrots that are cut first, then cooked, researchers say. Read Summary > -
How to get quick help in the ER
The average total wait time in an emergency room in the United States is four hours and three minutes, but experts say there are ways you can cut down your wait. Read Summary > -
South Pole physician who treated her own breast cancer dies at 57
Dr. Jerri Nielsen FitzGerald, the physician who treated her own breast cancer while stationed at the South Pole in 1999 has died at age 57. Read Summary > -
6 things patients do that doctors hate
Patients are full of complaints about their doctors, but many doctors feel the same way about some of their patients. Read Summary > -
Study: Patients often not told lab test results
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results. Read Summary > -
Drugmakers offer millions in senior discounts to help healthcare reform
U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan. Read Summary > -
Slideshow: 5 simple things that may cut breast cancer risk
Experts say you don't have to aim for perfection in order to reduce your risk of cancer. Read Summary > -
Stimuvax cancer vaccine goes to Phase III trial
Drugmaker Merck says their experimental vaccine Stimuvax has started a Phase III clinical trial for breast cancer and lung cancer. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Can breast cancer spread if lymph nodes are clear?
A reader wants to know if HER2 breast cancer can spread to other parts of the body if the lymph nodes are clear. Read Summary > -
Insurance companies refuse to stop cancelling sick patients' policies
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients. Read Summary > -
Study: Leukemia Treatment Carries Risk of Breast Cancers
The Stat5a gene, known to spur the growth of some types of leukemia, may also play a significant role in the development of some breast cancers, according to researchers from Georgetown University Medical Center. Read More > -
9 medicines that do 'double-duty' work
Experts discuss a hair loss drug that fights prostate cancer, a cough medicine that may increase the chances of conception, and seven other drugs that work to treat more than one condition. Read Summary > -
FDA warns consumers to stop using 3 Zicam products
The FDA says Zicam-brand nasal gel, nasal swabs and nasal swabs "Kids Size" can cause a loss of the sense of smell that can be long-lasting or permanent. Read Summary > -
Obama may limit medical malpractice lawsuits
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform. Read Summary > -
Discovery could lead to better cancer pain treatment
The molecule spurs the growth of nerve endings in surrounding tissue, which in turn causes pain that is difficult for patients and their doctors to manage. Read Summary > -
Abraxane may extend life for metastatic breast cancer patients
Experts say the study's results indicate that Abraxane may be a better first-line of treament for women whose cancer has spread to other parts of their body. Read Summary > -
Study: Too few women in clinical trials
According to a new study, many women appear to lack the resources or time to participate in a clinical trial. Read Summary > -
Pausing HRT before mammograms doesn't improve imaging
Inaccurate mammogram is responsible for 25 percent of the cost of mammograms in the United States, and it can cause extreme anxiety for women who have to wait for further testing, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Cancer patients should skip antioxidants: experts
Oncologists say there's a chance that antioxidant supplements reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, but they have found that patients keep taking them anyway. Read Summary > -
Wet ear wax, uncommon body odor may signal breast cancer
Researchers say body odor and ear wax are completely normal, but unusual secretions could signal a higher risk for cancer. Read Summary > -
Medical bills prompt more than 60 percent of bankruptcies
Some experts say the study may even be underestimating the burden that medical bills put on American families, since many people struggle along without declaring bankruptcy. Read Summary > -
5 ways to avoid fake healthcare scams
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam. Read Summary > -
Women Underrepresented in Cancer Studies
Oncologists may not be providing ideal care for their female patients due to the low number of women enrolling in cancer clinical trials. Read More > -
Diabetes Drug May Transform Cancer Treatments
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New drugs may treat aggressive breast cancers
Drugs that block a cell repair enzyme known as PARP show promise at treating the most aggressive forms of breast cancer, some new studies suggest. Read Summary > -
Antidepressants may make tamoxifen less effective
New research suggests that depression meds may actually keep tamoxifen from working as well as it should to prevent breast cancer recurrence. Read Summary > -
U.S. cancer death rates continue to decline
According to a new report from the American Cancer Society, cancer death rates have continued to fall in the past 15 years. Read Summary > -
Cancer drug may erase fingerprints
Oncologists say the commonly used cancer drug Xeloda (capecitabine) can cause people to lose their fingerprints, and this may lead to problems entering the United States. Read Summary > -
FDA says music, images in drug ads distract viewers
Prescription drug advertisements have drawn fire for portraying healthy-looking, smiling patients while explaining benefits, and then rushing through or providing distractions when required risk information is given. Read Summary > -
5 tips for getting insurance with a pre-existing condition
A health reporter gives five tips for getting health insurance coverage if you have a pre-existing medical condition, including using COBRA, finding assistance through your state, and becoming a "group of one." Read Summary > -
A little drinking helps men live longer: study
According to a new study, a half a glass of wine or other alcohol beverage each day boosts men's life expectancy by five years. Read Summary > -
Chemo increases breast cancer survival in older women: study
Many clinical trials assume older patients will be too overwhelmed by chemo's toxicity, but researchers say that may put patients at a disadvantage. Read Summary > -
Ginger may ease chemo-related nausea
A dose of ginger may reduce chemotherapy-related nausea, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
10-year-old California girl battles breast cancer
Hannah Powell-Auslam, a 10-year-old girl from Fullterton, California, has become the youngest person to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Read Summary > -
What patients don't know about mastectomy can cause breast disfigurement
Many of the 180,000 women who are diagnosed with invasive breast cancer each year will undergo mastectomy, and a significant portion of them will be dissatisfied with their results, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Tykerb may treat inflammatory breast cancer
Patients who have inflammatory breast cancer that has not responded to chemotherapy or to Herceptin may be helped by trying Tykerb, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Fibrocystic breasts can make self-exams harder
A reader asks Harvard Medical School lecturer Doctor Mary Pickett about what she can do to prevent the formation of lumps in her breast. Read Summary > -
Herbal HRT gains as prescriptions decline
The number of women who choose hormone replacement therapy (HRT) continues to decline, but among women who do choose HRT, many are turning to alternative therapies rather than traditional medications. Read Summary > -
Lymphedema linked to lymph node removal during surgery
The number of lymph nodes removed during breast surgery is one of the top factors in determining if older patients develop lymphedema, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Nanoparticles may attack cancer more directly
A new method tested in mice could allow more potent cancer treatments with fewer side effects, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Breast self-exam as accurate as MRI for young, high-risk women: study
Self-exams may be as accurate as mammograms and MRI when it comes to detecting tumors in young, at-risk women. Read Summary > -
Walnuts may prevent breast cancer
Researchers found that mice who were fed the equivalent of 2 ounces per day of walnuts developed fewer and smaller tumors. Read Summary > -
Waking up during surgery common: study
U.S. researchers have found that waking up during surgery is surprisingly common, affecting 1-in-500 surgical cases. Read Summary > -
Canada becomes third nation to confirm swine flu cases
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus. Read Summary > -
White House: Be prepared, not panicked about swine flu
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic. Read Summary > -
3 ways to protect yourself from swine flu
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus. Read Summary > -
Targeted treatments show mettle against advanced cancers
Progression-free survival is longer when treatment is aimed at specific tumor traits. Read Summary > -
Treating sleep problems may reduce cancer-related pain
Researchers say many doctors assume that pain is what keeps patients from sleeping well, but their study found that insomnia was a cause of pain, rather than a consequence of it. Read Summary > -
Dense breasts complicate testing, treatment
Women who have very dense breast tissue may have a harder time getting diagnosed and being treated, but it's a risk factor women can do little about. Read Summary > -
Sleep to Stop Cancer Pain
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Better Imaging for Tumors
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Sick patients forced to pay for cancer pills
Pills and capsules are the new wave in cancer treatment, but patients often are finding that their insurance companies refuse to pay for these medications. Read Summary > -
FDA to check old medical devices
In a step that critics have long requested, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will begin checking the safety of some of the riskiest medical devices. Read Summary > -
Why some women choose a preventive mastectomy
The number of young women who choose to have a double mastectomy in order to prevent breast cancer or a breast cancer recurrence is rising. Read Summary > -
After breast cancer fight, Congresswoman champions education
Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz kept her own cancer a secret from colleagues and the public. Read Summary > -
Cancer debt: Insurance may not protect you
A cancer diagnosis can lead to debt and bankruptcy even if you’re insured, a new report has revealed. Read Summary > -
Physical fitness may lower breast cancer mortality
Aerobically fit women are less likely to die of breast cancer compared to their sedentary peers, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Sutent fails breast cancer trial
Drugmaker Pfizer has stopped a late-stage trial on the drug Sutent because it was not proving effective for patients with advanced breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Experts question the benefits of breast cancer screening
Most women believe that "mammograms save lives," but a controversial new study questions this belief. Read Summary > -
New prostate, breast cancer drug shown effective
Scientists in Illinois say they've developed a cancer drug that is 200 times more effective than similar medications. Read Summary > -
Kroger recalls mayonnaise in 3 states
Grocery store chain Kroger has recalled some store brand mayonnaise because it may be contaminated with salmonella. Read Summary > -
Does MS Protect Against Cancer?
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Avoid pistachios, FDA says
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to eat any products containing pistachios because the nuts may be contaminated with salmonella. Read Summary > -
Kroger recalls pistachios in 31 states
The recalled products may be contaminated with salmonella, Kroger officials say. Read Summary > -
Microsurgery may ease lymphedema
Researchers in Texas found that a procedure called a lymphaticovenular bypass--which reroutes the fluid build-up--reduced lymphedema swelling by 25 to 39 percent within one year. Read Summary > -
Scientists ID two new genetic links to breast cancer
Researchers in Britain have found two new genetic links to breast cancer, bringing the total of known genetic variants to 13. Read Summary > -
Tips for shopping for health insurance
A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan. Read Summary > -
Pre-symptom detection of breast cancer recurrence is key
A breast cancer recurrence that is caught before symptoms appear can reduce the risk of death by nearly half, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Some cancer drugs may speed tumor growth
A new study suggests that angiogenesis inhibiting medications such as Avastin and Sutent may actually feed tumor growth. Read Summary > -
10 ways to save on prescriptions
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription medications. Read Summary > -
Millions of Americans with chronic ills put off health care
Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions. Read Summary > -
Brain hemorrhage may explain Natasha Richardson's death
In the wake of the sudden death Wednesday of actress Natasha Richardson, reports that she suffered critical brain damage after a seemingly minor fall on a Canadian ski slope on Tuesday have many people wondering how this could happen. Read Summary > -
Many seniors not selecting lowest cost Medicare drug plans
Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer linked to poor habits in youth
A new report suggests that the diet and exercise you get in the years before puberty may be linked to your risk of breast cancer later in life. Read Summary > -
Supreme Court rejects limits on drug-injury lawsuits
The Supreme Court made the ruling based on a case involving a Vermont musician who lost her arm to an anti-nausea drug. Read Summary > -
Doctors barring patients from writing online reviews
Doctors say negative online reviews of their services can ruin their reputations, but consumer advocates say patients have a right to post reviews on their care. Read Summary > -
10 things you shouldn't keep from your doctor
According to experts, people lie to their doctors for a number of reasons, but keeping secrets from your doctor can endanger your health. Read Summary > -
A primer on national healthcare reform
A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health. Read Summary > -
High blood pressure linked to breast cancer mortality
The discovery could help explain the difference in mortality rates between white and African American women with breast cancer, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Researchers discover how cancer metastasizes
Researchers say they’ve found the enzyme that causes cancer to metastasize. Read Summary > -
Should Docs Be Able to Share Genetic Information?
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Waiting for biopsy results makes stress skyrocket
A new study suggests that waiting for the results of a biopsy is as stressful for women as getting a cancer diagnosis. Read Summary > -
Calcium May Protect Against Cancer
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Even Moderate Drinking Associated With Higher Cancer Risk
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Don't let a hospital kill you
Five simple tips could help keep you and your loved ones safe from hospital infections, experts say. Read Summary > -
Menopause drug tied to breast cancer recurrence
A Dutch study of tibolone, which is also used for osteoporosis but not available in U.S., was stopped early due to increased risk. Read Summary > -
Apples may help prevent breast cancer
Researchers at Cornell University say that eating apples may help slow the growth of breast tumors. Read Summary > -
Cancer patients who do research get latest drugs
Cancer patients who do research online are three times more likely to be prescribed the latest medications than those who don't study their condition, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Lifestyle, screening has changed breast cancer over time
Lifestyle changes and improved screenings have changed the type of breast cancer women are diagnosed with, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Unemployed Cancer Survivors
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FDA accepts application for new Osteoporosis med
The biologic medication would be used as a treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis, and for the prevention of bone loss in patients with prostate and breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Get help here if you've lost your health insurance
If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage. Read Summary > -
Lay-off fears can lead to healthcare mistakes
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times. Read Summary > -
How to save on prescription drugs
Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options. Read Summary > -
Many unaware of the link between weight, smoking, and cancer
A “shocking” number of people don’t know that being overweight is a main risk factor for cancer, a new survey has found. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer risk falls two years after quitting HRT
Researchers say the finding again links HRT and breast cancer, but suggests that the risk is not permanent. Read Summary > -
Researchers ID new breast cancer gene
The protein—called ARF1—plays a role in cancer cell growth and the progression of tumors, researchers at the University of Montreal and the University of Alberta say. Read Summary > -
Mammogram risks may outweigh benefits for young BRCA carriers
Researchers say the radiation in mammograms may have a harmful effect on young women who have the BRCA gene mutation, a report from the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests. Read Summary > -
Stimulus plan would pour millions into healthcare
The economic stimulus plan currently being debated in Washington would pour millions of dollars into healthcare, experts say. Read Summary > -
Study may tell who will benefit from preventive mastectomy
Texas researchers say they’ve identified markers that may help doctors identify which patients would benefit from a preventive mastectomy. Read Summary > -
Three cups of tea per day may cut breast cancer risk
Drinking three cups of tea per day may cut the risk of breast cancer in some women, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Healthcare expenses you can't afford to skip
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip. Read Summary > -
38 companies now involved in peanut butter recall
Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort. Read Summary > -
FDA issues warning about skin-numbing drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics. Read Summary > -
Light exercise can cut postmenopausal breast cancer risk
Exercise reduced the risk even if women did not lose weight. Read Summary > -
A simple checklist makes surgery safer, study finds
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present. Read Summary > -
A list of Kellogg's recalled peanut butter products
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility. Read Summary > -
FDA warns consumers to avoid peanut butter products
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter. Read Summary > -
FDA eases off-label drug regulations
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Obama's healthcare headache
Physician and health and science reporter David Brown discusses how President-elect Obama's promise to reform the U.S. healthcare system is going to be more difficult than many imagine. Read Summary > -
Obama's health secretary pick vows healthcare reform
Former Senator Tom Daschle has vowed that if chosen to be health secretary, the healthcare reform process will be aggressive and open, and it will move quickly to improve care while lowering costs. Read Summary > -
Hormone Therapy Reduces Colon Cancer Risk
Recent news that hormone therapy may increase the risk of breast cancer had many women concerned about taking estrogen plus progestin, but new research shows those same hormones may decrease their risk of developing colorectal cancer. Read More > -
Gene Linked to Poor Breast Cancer Outcomes
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Diet tied to breast cancer survival
Researchers say weight loss isn't the only reason healthy eating should be on your New Year's resolution list: it may also decrease your risk of death if you have breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Lab Research: Lose the Mice
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Cancer Deaths Cost U.S. Billions
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Many women given incomplete info about breast reconstruction
A doctor's uncertainty and a hospital's budget are just two of the factors that experts say may keep breast cancer patients from getting thorough breast reconstruction advice. Read Summary > -
Baby girl free of breast cancer gene to be born soon
A British baby genetically engineered to be born free of the BRCA 1 breast cancer gene is due to be born soon. Read Summary > -
What medical breakthroughs will happen in 09?
Experts say changes are coming in the way doctors treat breast cancer, obesity, Alzheimer's disease, and even wrinkled skin. Read Summary > -
Predicting the Spread of Breast Cancer
Scientists discovered a new way to more accurately predict the spread of breast cancer to other tissues in the body by examining gene subnetworks. Read More > -
Nanotubes Track Cancer Drugs
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Olive oil may help fight breast cancer
Olive oil may prevent the formation of breast cancer cells, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Marital problems may worsen breast cancer recovery
Women in troubled marriages have worse outcomes, even when they have the same level of cancer. Read Summary > -
New Clues About Breast Cancer Risk
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Lost Gene Could Spur Deadly Cancers
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Digoxin linked to breast cancer
Researchers have found that digoxin use of at least one year's duration appears to increase a woman's odds of developing breast cancer by 30 percent or more depending on her length of use. Read Summary > -
Treatment info offered after breast surgery is too confusing: study
Experts say the traditional bar chart is too confusing for many patients. Read Summary > -
HRT users who get breast cancer less likely to die
Studies have shown the link between HRT and breast cancer, but experts say the type of tumor caused by hormone therapy is easier to treat. Read Summary > -
New study finds HRT doubles breast cancer risk
Experts say this is the most dramatic evidence yet of the link between HRT and breast cancer. Read Summary > -
New Sources for Cancer Drugs
New research could change the way scientists make cancer drugs. Read More > -
Key Breast Cancer Maker Found
A newly identified protein may contribute to the spread of breast cancer, making it a potential maker for metastatic breast cancer. Read More > -
Fighting Against Breast Cancer in Obese Patients
A group of breast cancer drugs that had been deemed ineffective might be able to help a sub-group of breast cancer patients after all. Read More > -
More high-risk women opt for double mastectomy
More young, healthy women who have a familial or genetic predisposition to breast cancer are option for a preventive double mastectomy, experts say. Read Summary > -
Health insurers offer coverage for all applicants, but with strings attached
The U.S. health insurance industry has said they would support a bill requiring them to approve all applications for coverage, but only if Congress requires all Americans to be insured. Read Summary > -
Vitamin deficiency may contribute to cancer survivors' bone loss
Drugs used to treat breast cancer can weaken women's bones, but researchers say medications aren't the only culprits. Read Summary > -
Blood Clots in Cancer Patients
A drug meant to inhibit tumor growth may have a dangerous side effect. Read More > -
Intervention Boosts Breast Cancer Survival
Psychological intervention programs may not only improve a breast cancer patients' overall health, they may also increase their chance of survival. Read More > -
Genetic Mysteries of Breast Cancer
New research is helping doctors unlock the genetic mysteries behind breast cancer, helping women discover and treat their disease earlier. Read More > -
Cancer Linked to Behavior in Elderly
About 80 percent of cancer diagnoses occur in the elderly, but many of their risk factors for the disease are behavioral, a new study revealed. Read More > -
Skipping tamoxifen dose may increase risk of death
Researchers say that nearly 50 percent of women stop taking the medication before the five-year course is finished. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer survivors report sexual problems
A new study has found that many young breast cancer survivors suffer from sexual and other intimacy issues. Read Summary > -
Black cohosh linked to cancer's spread
Black cohosh, a herbal remedy used by some breast cancer patients to ease hot flashes, may help cancerous cells spread. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D, calcium don't protect against breast cancer
Vitamin D and calcium don't protect postmenopausal women from breast cancer, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D and Calcium: No Breast Cancer Benefit
Calcium and vitamin D supplements do not protect postmenopausal women from breast cancer, a new study reveals. Read More > -
Migraines Lower Breast Cancer Risk
Chronic migraines can be a difficult to live with, but there may be at least one positive aspect of the condition: women who suffer from migraines have a significantly lower risk of breast cancer. Read More > -
Patience is key for breast cancer patients, spouses
Many of the thousands of women diagnosed with breast cancer every year find it difficult to talk to their male partners about the physical and emotional changes brought on by the disease. Read Summary > -
Statins May Prevent Blood Clots
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Painkillers cut breast cancer risk: study
Regular use of common painkillers such as aspirin and ibuprofen can cut the risk of breast cancer, a new international study has found. Read Summary > -
New test spurs debate on value of genetic breast cancer risk
A new genetic test that claims to determine a woman's risk for the most common forms of breast cancer is spurring a debate about unregulated medical tests. Read Summary > -
Big babies have a higher risk of breast cancer
New research suggests that if you were longer or heavier than average at birth, you may be more likely to develop breast cancer in your lifetime. Read Summary > -
Some gyms tailor workouts to health conditions
More health clubs and gyms are offering workouts and classes specifically designed for people with chronic health conditions. Read Summary > -
Social class can affect cancer risk
An analysis of more than 300,000 patients has found that social class may influence what type of cancer you're at risk for. Read Summary > -
Hypnosis may cool hot flashes in breast cancer survivors
Breast cancer survivors who still endure hot flashes may be helped by undergoing hypnosis, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Shorter Course of Radiation Effective for Breast Cancer
A new study has found that a three-week course of radiation is as effective as the usual five-week course for women who have early-stage breast cancer. Read Summary > -
FDA approves anti-nausea patch for chemo
The Food and Drug Administration approved a new patch last week that is designed to ease nausea for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Read Summary > -
Gene variation raises Melanoma risk
A gene variation known as cyclin D1 may raise a person's risk of melanoma by up to 80 percent, a new study has shown. Read Summary > -
Approving Cancer Therapies Faster
Cancer therapy has been a savior for many, but it can take up to 12 years to submit a new anti-cancer agent to the FDA and even then, only five to 10 percent are approved. Now, the National Cancer Institute's (NCI) Translational Research Working Group (TRWG) has created a set of tools to make necessary cancer therapies available to the public sooner. Read More > -
Hormone replacement therapy ups risk of acid reflux
Menopausal women who take hormones may be more likely to develop gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Getting Ready for Cancer Treatment
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New screening technique catches more breast cancers
A new screening technique that "lights up" tumors may be better than mammograms at spotting cancer, doctors reported Wednesday. Read Summary > -
The myths, facts about genetic cancer screening
In advance of Ovarian Cancer Awareness month and Breast Cancer Awareness month, the The National Society of Genetic Counselors has put together this list of myths and facts about genetic testing. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer med not tied to memory loss
A new study has found that the breast cancer med Arimidex (anastrozole) does not impair cognitive function. Read Summary > -
Cancer Education Needed
Do you think you know what causes cancer? Results of a new survey show you probably don't! Read More > -
Cholesterol levels tied to cancer in diabetics
Low or high levels of LDL cholesterol are linked to cancer in diabetic patients, a new Chinese study has found. Read Summary > -
Reproductive factors play a role in breast cancer type
Factors such as your age at menopause and your breastfeeding history may be linked to the type of breast cancer you develop, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Happiness may protect against breast cancer
Women who have a positive outlook in life may have less risk of developing breast cancer, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Combination Treatment Shrinks Tumors?
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Fear, technology prompt some women to consider mastectomy
Improvements in screening and genetic tests have made it easier for doctors to find breast cancer tumors when they are still small, or even before they start. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Before Your Mammogram
How to prepare for the test Read More > -
Colors Make Surgery More Precise
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Chance of breast cancer recurrence lingers, but the risk is low
A new study suggests that despite conventional wisdom, the risk of a breast cancer recurrence lingers even after five cancer-free years. Read Summary > -
Women with breast cancer may face arthritis trouble
Postmenopausal women who are obese or who have used hormone replacement therapy or meds such as Arimidex may be more prone to joint problems, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Combo of cheaper meds may kill breast tumors
A combination of two existing medications may kill tumor cells, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Discrimination in Healthcare
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CT scans may be comfortable alternative to mammograms
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Intimacy after a breast cancer diagnosis
In this article from U.S. News & World Report, health writer Deborah Kotz talks with breast cancer patients about the effects their diagnosis has had on their intimate relationship. Read Summary > -
Most cancer patients add "complementary methods" to treatment
A large study has found that most cancer patients use a form of alternative medicine in addition to their traditional treatment. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer mortality rises with BMI
A new study has found that patients with a higher body mass index (BMI) are 52 percent more likely to die from breast cancer than women with a lower BMI. Read Summary > -
Tracking the Spread of Cancer
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Earlier Cancer Detection?
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Hip bone density may predict breast cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found that women who had higher bone mineral density t-scores also had an increased risk of breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Lidocaine may ease mammogram discomfort
A new study has found that applying lidocaine gel before a mammogram may reduce the discomfort associated with the procedure. Read Summary > -
Avastin+Sutent linked to anemia in new trials
Drugmaker Genetech has stopped several studies involving a combination of the cancer drug Avastin and Sutent after some participants developed anemia. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Feeling hopeless about a breast cancer diagnosis
Dr. Anne Rosenberg responds to a reader's question about whether it's normal to feel hopeless about the future after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis. Read Summary > -
Study: Breast self-exams do no good
A new study suggests that women may be doing more harm than good by giving themselves regular breast exams. Read Summary > -
College grads have lower cancer death rates
Getting a good education may benefit your body as well as your mind, a new report suggests. Read Summary > -
College Grads Have Lower Cancer Death Rates
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Men often not told severity of wife's cancer
A Swedish study has found that many men are not told about the severity of their wife's cancer. Read Summary > -
Many disappointed in breast-saving surgery
One-third of women who opted to have a breast-saving lumpectomy say they now have an asymmetry between their breasts that affects their quality of life. Read Summary > -
FDA okays genetic test for breast cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a genetic test that can determine if women with breast cancer will be helped by the drug Herceptin. Read Summary > -
Device Tracks Progress of Lung Cancer
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Couple tries for 'breast cancer free' baby
A British couple have undergone in vitro fertilization in order to conceive a child free of the breast cancer gene. Read Summary > -
New form of chemo takes aim at breast cancer
Researchers say an experimental form of chemotherapy may attack breast cancer in two ways. Read Summary > -
A Cure for Cancer?
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Cancer center opens sleep clinic for cancer patients
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center has opened a dedicated sleep center for cancer patients to help them solve sleep problems. Read Summary > -
When a mammogram isn't enough
Experts say that an annual mammogram may not be enough for women who are at high risk of breast cancer or a breast cancer recurrence. Read Summary > -
Unraveling Lymphoma
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Low vitamin D level may up death risk
A new study again links low vitamin D levels with an increased risk of death. Read Summary > -
Using Nanotechnology to Kill Cancer
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Researchers ID compound that inhibits breast cancer growth
Researchers say they have found new compounds that may be the next wave in helping fight estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Obesity surgery may cut cancer risk
Weight-loss surgery has been tied to a reduction in the risk of diabetes, but a new study suggests it may also help prevent cancer. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Symptoms of invasive cancers
Call for adults with invasive breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancer to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Lifestyle changes may dramatically alter cancer genes
Many people with a family history of cancer believe that their genes are their destiny, but a new study suggests that's not the whole story. Read Summary > -
Primary Tumors Drive Cancer Growth
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Osteoporosis med may prevent breast cancer
The osteoporosis med Evista may help prevent breast cancer, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Medicare costs for cancer treatment soar
New medications and increased use of chemotherapy are behind the rise in treating Medicare patients' cancer, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Making decisions about cancer treatment
Being diagnosed with cancer is a scary and overwhelming experience. You need time to think and react before making decisions about what treatment to take. The advice in this article can help you through the process. Read Summary > -
Bone drug may prevent cancer relapse
In a recent study of 1,800 women with breast cancer, researchers found that those who took the bone-building drug Zometa were 35 percent less likely to suffer a relapse. Read Summary > -
Chemo may limit survivors' fertility
A new study suggests that young women who undergo chemotherapy for breast cancer may have trouble conceiving. Read Summary > -
Childhood Cancer Survivors Remain at Risk
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Cancer Survivors Stuck in Limbo
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Study: HRT raises cancer risk for 5 years
A German study of the link between hormone replacement therapy and breast cancer reinforces the results of an American study that showed the medications increase the risk of cancer. Read Summary > -
Five lessons you won't learn from breast cancer
A diagnosis of breast cancer leads some women on a journey of self discovery, but for author Shelley Lewis, an epiphany never came. Read Summary > -
Paclitaxel+chemo ups disease-free survival
A new clinical trial has found that adding the drug paclitaxel to chemotherapy may improve disease-free survival in some breast cancer patients. Read Summary > -
Cholesterol test may determine risk of taking HRT
Taking a cholesterol test may be able to help a woman decide if she should take hormone replacement therapy. Read Summary > -
HRT in a patch may be safer
Using the patch form of hormone replacement therapy may be safer than taking a pill form, according to an analysis of several studies. Read Summary > -
Congress considers upping breast surgery hospital stay
A Congessional subcommittee is scheduled to vote on a bill that would extend breast cancer coverage for women who undergo surgery. Read Summary > -
Study: HRT safe, effective for younger women
A team of international researchers says that menopausal women should not avoid hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for fear of side effects. Read Summary > -
Herceptin+Tykerb may delay cancer's progress
A combination of the breast cancer drugs Herceptin and Tykerb may slow the progression of the disease, a recent study suggests. Read Summary > -
Exercising while young may curb breast cancer
Exercising early and often during adolescence and early adulthood may cut your risk of developing breast cancer, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Low vitamin D may spur aggressive breast cancer
Breast cancer patients who have a vitamin D deficiency when they are diagnosed are more likely to suffer a cancer recurrence or die from the disease, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Mastectomies on the increase
According to the Mayo Clinic, the number of U.S. women undergoing mastectomies for breast cancer is rising again. Read Summary > -
Injection may ease hot flashes
A small study suggests that an injection into the nerves of the neck may reduce the frequency of hot flashes in women going through breast cancer treatment or menopause. Read Summary > -
Ultrasound+mammogram increases diagnosis and false positives
Researchers found that using mammograms and ultrasounds to detect breast cancer increased both detection of cancer and false positives. Read Summary > -
Kroger also offering discounts on women's meds
The grocery chain Kroger announced this week it will sell a 30-day supply of several women's-health related medications for $9. Read Summary > -
Finding a support group that works for you
If you have been diagnosed with cancer, it won't be long before someone--your doctor or a social worker most likely--suggests that you join a support group. Find out how to pick one that works for you. Read Summary > -
Get Moving to Prevent Breast Cancer!
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Study: HRT improves breast cancer survival rates
Taking hormone replacement therapy seems to increase long-term survival rates for breast cancer patients, according to a new study. Read Summary > -
Cancer patients may suffer from post-traumatic stress
A cancer diagnosis is stressful for every woman, but it may be particularly hard for women who have suffered from depression or anxiety, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer grows faster in younger women
Norwegian researchers say that breast cancer tumors grow more quickly in younger women. Read Summary > -
Get help with your bills from a specialist
Writer Jeanne Sather explains how a medical billing specialist can help you manage your medical bills, find billing errors, and save money. Read Summary > -
Aspirin may help prevent breast cancer
An aspirin a day may reduce a woman's risk of developing the most common kind of breast cancer, researchers have found. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer subtypes have different origins
Some breast cancers depend on hormones and some do not. That there exists a biological distinction between the types of breast cancer is reported in the open-access journal PLoS Genetics. Read Summary > -
Weekly dose of Taxol may prolong cancer patients' lives
Women who take Taxol every week after chemotherapy ends live longer than women given the traditional four doses every three weeks, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Study: Obese women more likely to die of breast cancer
Obese women are 50 per cent more likely to die of breast cancer, research has shown. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer rates fall more among whites
SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - New research shows a sharp drop in U.S. Read Summary > -
Experimental cancer vaccine shows promise
TUESDAY, April 15 (HealthDay News) -- A germ that commonly causes food poisoning may be the next weapon in the fight against cervical cancer, a major cause of death among women worldwide. Read Summary > -
Big study links breast cancer to alcohol
SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - A large U.S. study has linked alcohol consumption to an increased risk of the most common type of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer vaccine may prevent recurrence
SUNDAY, April 13 (HealthDay News) -- A breast cancer vaccine significantly reduced the risk of recurrence for patients who have a high expression of the protein HER2-neu. Read Summary > -
Transition to digital mammograms causing repeat scans
It is a phone call that women dread. Something is not quite right on the mammogram: come back for another one. But don�t worry, the script goes, most repeat tests wind up normal. Read Summary > -
Research your meds on the Treatments tab
Our new Treatments tab makes it easier for you to find articles on the specific medications you take. Read Summary > -
"Formularies" can change the doctor's orders
If you have health insurance that includes prescription drug coverage, the pharmacy card in your wallet gives your insurance company more power over your prescriptions than you may realize. It allows the insurer--not your pharmacy--to set the price of your prescription. Find out why and what you can do about it. Read Summary > -
Anemia from Chemo Tied to Cancer Recurrence
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Study: Eggs reduce breast cancer risk
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 3 (UPI) -- Choline, a nutrient found in foods such as eggs, is associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer, U.S. researchers said. Read Summary > -
How to talk to people with cancer
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How to respond to hurtful comments
A cancer patient explains how she handles insensitive comments people often make to cancer patients. Read Summary > -
Chemo-induced anemia ups breast cancer recurrence
Patients with breast cancer who developed anemia during chemotherapy had nearly three times the risk of local recurrence as those who did not, according to a study published in the April 1 issue of Cl Read Summary > -
HRT raises recurrence risk among breast cancer survivors
TUESDAY, March 25 (HealthDay News) -- European researchers report more grim news concerning women and hormone replacement therapy: Not only do healthy women run the risk of developing breast cancer wh Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Get Screened for Cancer
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Obese women often avoid cancer screening
MONDAY, March 24 (HealthDay News) -- A new review of 32 studies suggests that obese women -- particularly white women -- are more likely than others to skip screenings for breast and cervical cancer. Read Summary > -
"AZ and Me" programs can help with drug bills
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Patient assistance programs can help with medication bills
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Fewer, higher doses of radiation work too
TUESDAY, March 18 (HealthDay News) -- The use of radiation therapy in fewer, but higher doses appears to be just as effective as conventional doses for women recovering from breast cancer, British res Read Summary > -
Environmental toxins, radiation tied to breast cancer
WEDNESDAY, March 19 (HealthDay News) -- In the decades following World War II, both breast cancer rates and the use of synthetic chemicals soared in the United States -- and a new report contends ther Read Summary > -
Study IDs master breast cancer gene
Researchers say they've identified a super breast cancer gene responsible for the deadly process that causes the cancer to spread into other parts of the body, French news agency AFP reports. Read Summary > -
Report: Aspirin can cut breast cancer risk
LONDON (AFP) � Taking drugs like aspirin regularly could significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer, according to a new report published in Britain. Read Summary > -
Estrogen levels may predict cancer's return
THURSDAY, March 6 (HealthDay News) -- New research shows that women who experienced a recurrence of their breast cancer had almost twice as much estrogen in their blood as women who remained cancer-fr Read Summary > -
Breast cancer drug may treat bipolar disorder
A medication currently used to treat breast cancer may one day be used to ease mania symptoms associated with bipolar disorder. Read Summary > -
Cost of Breast Cancer Can Include Paycheck
Study found women lost average of 27% of their income after diagnosis Read More > -
Insurance fears keep many from DNA testing
The benefits of testing may not compete with the possibility of genetic discrimination, some say. Read Summary > -
Book Review: Uplift: Secrets from the Sisterhood of Breast Cancer
Barbara Delinsky's book "Uplift: Secrets from the Sisterhood of Breast Cancer Survivors" includes practical advice about how to get through chemotherapy, explain your illness to friends, and cope with losing your hair. Read Summary > -
DVD: Moving Beyond Breast Cancer
A free DVD/video from the National Cancer Institute helps women who have completed treatment for breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Video: Breast reconstructed with tissue from tummy
Surgeons at a Philadelphia cancer center reconstructed the breast of a woman years after her radical mastectomy. Read Summary > -
Video: Shield may make radiation safer
A radiation oncologist explains how a shield he helped develop can reduce radiation scattering from the tumor target. Read Summary > -
Book review: A cookbook for people living with cancer
A five-year breast cancer survivor highly recommends "Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook." Read Summary > -
Video: Breast cancer treatments
A clinical oncologist explains how breast cancer treatments have improved. Read Summary > -
Video: Understanding inflammatory breast cancer
Learn about inflammatory breast cancer, an aggressive disease that is sometimes misdiagnosed. Read Summary > -
Book review: I Am Not My Breast Cancer
Blogger Laura Williams recommends "I Am Not My Breast Cancer" as a useful guide for patients, friends, and family members. Read Summary > -
FDA okays Avastin for advanced breast cancer
The drug still carries risks, but approval was based on its ability to slow tumors, experts say. Read Summary > -
Mammograms may spot stroke risk
Mammograms may reveal calcium deposits in the breasts that could put women at greater risk for having a stroke, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Second trial finds Avastin effective breast cancer treatment
In December, an FDA advisory board recommended against approving the medication for breast cancer use. Read Summary > -
Precancerous breast lesions cause unnecessary worry
In most cases DCIS will not spread, experts say. Read Summary > -
Personality traits don't affect breast cancer risk
Researchers say personality traits are not associated with an increased risk. Read Summary > -
Protein may cause tamoxifen resistance
Researchers say the study may help in the development of medications that will prevent resistance and relapse. Read Summary > -
Study: Vitamin supplements may do more harm than good
Vitamins may encourage unhealthy cell growth, studies suggest. Read Summary > -
The sex of your surgeon may matter
Female surgeons and those with years of experience are more likely to prescribe radiation treatment. Read Summary > -
Digital mammography better than film for some women
It's particularly useful for women who have dense breasts, experts say. Read Summary > -
Statins not linked to breast cancer
EW YORK (Reuters Health) - Taking a statin drug does not seem to increase or decrease the likelihood of a woman developing breast cancer, according to a study published in the medical journal Cancer. Read Summary > -
Mammogram costs deter many women
Arlene Brown learned exactly how expensive a mammogram can be in 2002. Read Summary > -
Study: Breast implants double infection risk for cancer patients
Infections were also associated with increased cost, researchers said. Read Summary > -
Study: Black women get breast cancer 21 years earlier than white women
Experts say this means that cancer screening should begin much earlier in black women. Read Summary > -
FDA approves test to determine risk of cancer recurrence
The test may help determine if breast cancer will recur. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer gene mutations don't raise risk equally
Not all mutation carriers are at the same risk of developing the disease, experts say. Read Summary > -
Sun may be more helpful than harmful in cancer risk
Those who live away from the equator are more at risk for internal cancers, experts say. Read Summary > -
Top 5 women's health stories in 2007
The Society for Women's Health Research has selected improvements in recognizing ovarian cancer symptom and in finding tumors in woman at high-risk for breast cancer as the most important news stories in 2007. Read Summary > -
Understanding the myths of menopause
A women's health nurse practitioner explains common misconceptions about hormone therapy, sexual desire, and hot flashes. Read Summary > -
Arimidex beats Tamoxifen in keeping breast cancer at bay
Postmenopausal women were more likely to be disease free if they used Arimidex Read Summary > -
Area around breast tumor may predict cancer's spread
Mutated p53 genes in the area surrounding the tumor may indicate a higher risk of spreading cancer. Read Summary > -
Tykerb may prevent some brain tumors
Experts say one-third of women who have HER2-positive breast cancer will experience brain tumors. Read Summary > -
Zometa may help bone loss in some breast cancer patients
Breast cancer patients who take aromatase inhibitors may suffer less bone loss by adding Zometa to their treatment, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Scientists find gene that leads to deadliest breast cancer
Researchers hope the discovery will lead to new therapies that could target the BRCA1 gene. Read Summary > -
Detecting breast cancer depends on doctor, study finds
Researchers say their finding is a stark reminder of the limitations of mammograms in detecting breast cancer. Read Summary > -
New cancer med causes tumors to 'commit suicide'
STX140 starves tumors by stopping the growth of blood vessels. Read Summary > -
FDA panel rejects Avastin for breast cancer
The panel found that the medication did not prolong life for those with late-stage breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Household chemical could raise breast cancer risk
Chemicals from the phthalate class have been linked to other hormone disorders as well, experts say. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Get the Most From Your Mammogram
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Gift idea: Wicking pajamas can help cancer patients sleep easier
The editors at MedTrackAlert offer this healthful, helpful gift idea for people on your holiday list. Read Summary > -
Studies reveal why breast cancer hits black women harder
Biology and genetics may play a bigger part than even socio-economic factors, experts say. Read Summary > -
Urban women have greater breast cancer risk
The risk appears to be connected to density of breast tissue, researcher say. Read Summary > -
Genes Connected to Breast Cancer Identified
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Extra Radiation Helps Keep Breast Cancer Away
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Simpler Model to Predict Certain Breast Cancer
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Fish from polluted water may up breast cancer risk
Treated sewage contains synthetic hormones, experts say. Read Summary > -
Simpler model may predict fast-acting breast cancer
Researchers use the models to determine if women should go on chemoprevention meds. Read Summary > -
Switch Turns On Deadly Breast Cancer
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Study: Smoking does not worsen breast cancer
Women who smoke are not more likely to have aggressive tumors, one study suggests. Read Summary > -
Extra radiation dose may prevent breast cancer return
The study found that women younger than 40 were the most likely to benefit. Read Summary > -
New med could treat, prevent spread of breast cancer
The medication has also shown promise in treating sarcoma, lung, and brain cancer. Read Summary > -
Blacks More Likely to See Return of Breast Cancer
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Ixempra approved for breast cancer
The med is designed to stop the growth of cancer cells. Read Summary > -
Painkillers may lower breast cancer risk
- such as ibuprofen or aspirin -- is associated with a reduced risk of developing breast cancer, the results of a recent study suggest. Read More > -
More whites than blacks get breast cancer chemo
For many different reasons, African American women do not receive add-on therapy after breast cancer as often as white American women do, a new study shows. Read More > -
Health Tip: Breast Self-Exams
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Show your support for breast cancer patients
Help us support breast cancer research and education by selecting the most deserving organization to receive a donation from MedTrackAlert. Read Summary > -
Taxol may not help most women
Two recent studies have pointed to groups of women who may not be getting the benefit of chemotherapy. Read Summary > -
Tips for saving money on prescriptions
If your co-pay costs have gone up recently, these seven tips may help you reduce your bill at the pharmacy. Read Summary > -
Study: Calcium-strong bones safer from breast cancer spread
In a study of mice, calcium deficiency increased the chances that advanced breast cancer would target bone. Read Summary > -
Debunking breast cancer myths
A team of 65 doctors answer common breast cancer questions. Read Summary > -
All alcohol boosts breast cancer risk
Researchers say the amount of drinks per day matters, not the type of alcohol. Read Summary > -
Many unaware of breast cancer, age link
Breast cancer screenings are vital as women age, experts say. Read Summary > -
Loophole keeps some breast cancer patients from coverage
Twenty one states do not cover costs for women who are not diagnosed at federally-funded clinics. Read Summary > -
Evista approved for breast cancer
The osteoporosis med is approved to treat postmenopausal women. Read Summary > -
Breast cancer med may help bipolar disorder
Tamoxifen may help treat the manic phases of bipolar disorder, researchers say, and it may do it faster than current bipolar meds. Read Summary > -
Breast Cancer Drug Beats Bipolar Disorder
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Vitamin D may prevent breast, colon cancer
Researchers say we get less sunlight than in previous years. Read Summary > -
Workouts a boon for breast cancer patients
It may improve quality of life along with chemotherapy compliance. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Adjuvant chemo for women with breast cancer
Call for women who have undergone surgery and radiation therapy to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Faulty gene linked to breast cancer
Faulty copy of Tip60 may be associated with aggressive tumors, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Study: Hypnosis eases breast cancer surgery pain
The procedure may reduce pain, nausea, and fatigue, along with reducing surgical costs. Read Summary > -
Estrogen 'turns on' breast cancer gene
Researchers say there are several dozen genes that appear to be intricately linked to breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Breast Self-Exams
They can help detect cancer early Read More > -
Five preventive services could save 100,000 lives annually
The increase may particularly help save the lives of minorities, the study suggests. Read Summary > -
Study reaffirms link between HRT and breast cancer
Experts say women should stay on HRT for as short a time as possible. Read Summary > -
FDA panel recommends Evista to cut breast cancer risk
The panel has recommended approval for the osteoporosis medication despite concerns about its side effects. Read Summary > -
Better Breast Test
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Study: Extra fruit, veggies don't stop breast cancer
Eating the recommended daily allowance of fruits and vegetables per day may be as helpful as eating more, experts say. Read Summary > -
Meats, sweets may boost breast cancer risk
Low consumption of a western-style diet plus weight control may protect against breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Is sunscreen safe for breast cancer survivors?
Some ingredients can have an estrogen-like effect on breast cancer cells. Read Summary > -
Hot flashes good sign for cancer survivors
Women who have hot flashes may be at decreased risk of having a cancer recurrence. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Breast Cysts
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Diabetes med may fight breast cancer
PTP1B enzyme inhibitors appear to slow or stop breast cancer tumor growth. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
Some are associated with lifestyle choices Read More > -
New Breast Scanner
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Inhaler medications may help break asthma, cancer link
Women with breast cancer who also have asthma are more likely to have lung-involvement. Read Summary > -
Medical Debate: Mammogram or Not?
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Health Tip: Preparing for a Mammogram
Do's and don'ts on the day of the test Read More > -
Tamoxifen responsible for drop in breast cancer deaths
Tamoxifen reduces the chance that the most common tumors will return. Read Summary > -
All 40-Somethings may not Need Mammography
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Reminders Boost Breast Cancer Screening
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High-Fat Foods Increase Breast Cancer Risk
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Generics of Humira, other biologics will be tough to make
Reporter Andy Stone discusses the difficulties of making generic versions of 'biotech' meds such as Humira and Enbrel. Read Summary > -
FDA approves new drug for advanced breast cancer
Tykerb appears to help stop tumor growth when used in addition to chemotherapy. Read Summary > -
Biased Breast Cancer Studies From Drug Companies?
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Newer drugs boost breast cancer survival--and osteoporosis risk
Newer aromatase inhibitors boost osteoporosis and joint-pain risk but reduce the risks associated with the older tamoxifen treatment. Read Summary > -
Newer breast cancer drugs save lives
Aromatase inhibitor drugs are associated with a greatly increased rate of breast cancer survival. Read Summary > -
When Does Cancer Equal Depression?
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Journal watch: New RA drug may also treat breast cancer
The active ingredient in some RA drugs may one day fight a deadly form of breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Cancer's Unrecognized Toll: Patients' Time
A new study published in a major cancer journal has put a price tag on the time people spend being treated for eleven of the most common cancers. Read More > -
Herceptin Heart Damage Reversible
Doctors findings help the drug regain appeal. Read More > -
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