Multi-gene test identifies early breast cancer that may be spared chemo
3/11/2016

A multi-gene test that identifies early breast cancer patients who can be treated with anti-hormonal therapy alone and no chemotherapy has shown successful results in a trial.

Proved the great antitumoral potential of a compound derived from olives
3/11/2016

Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR), in collaboration with the universities of Barcelona and Jaen, have brought to light the antitumoral nature of maslinic acid (a compound derived...

Proved the great antitumoral potential of a compound derived from olives
3/11/2016

Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR), in collaboration with the universities of Barcelona and Jaen, have brought to light the antitumoral nature of maslinic acid (a compound derived...

Light exposure improves depressive symptoms among cancer survivors
3/11/2016

Light therapy decreased depressive symptoms and normalized circadian rhythms among cancer survivors, according to new research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai presented yesterday...

Timing the treatment of cancer cells
3/11/2016

Timing may not be everything, but it could be important in understanding why an anticancer treatment like radiation produces different results against cancer cells, according to a new study by...

Light exposure improves depressive symptoms among cancer survivors
3/11/2016

Light therapy decreased depressive symptoms and normalized circadian rhythms among cancer survivors, according to new research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai presented yesterday...

Timing the treatment of cancer cells
3/11/2016

Timing may not be everything, but it could be important in understanding why an anticancer treatment like radiation produces different results against cancer cells, according to a new study by...

What is sun protection factor (SPF)? What is the best sunscreen?
3/11/2016

Understand SPF and what sunscreen labels mean. Find out which sun lotions to use, how best to apply the protection, and what personal factors to consider. Enjoy the sun safely!

Jefferson researchers find highly active gene in aggressive human lung cancer
3/11/2016

Researchers thought Nit1 might be a tumor suppressor gene -- but found it actually promotes cancer growth.

Does Viagra encourage melanoma cells to proliferate?
3/11/2016

The popular erectile dysfunction drug allows melanoma to grow more vigorously, say researchers, who say melanoma patients should consult their doctor before taking the medication.