HIV drug plus blood vessel growth-blockers could halt breast cancer metastasis
9/05/2014
Breast cancer cells can lay the groundwork for their own spread throughout the body by coaxing cells within lymphatic vessels to send out tumor-welcoming signals, according to a new report by Johns...
Researchers identify enzyme controlling metastasis of breast cancer
9/05/2014
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified an enzyme that controls the spread of breast cancer.
Researchers uncover genetic network that 'fuels' aggressive form of leukemia
9/05/2014
Researchers have discovered a genetic network that fuels an aggressive form of leukemia and its precursor disease, MDS, opening the door to new treatments for the conditions.
Why are many women at risk of ovarian cancer not aware of it?
9/04/2014
The color teal in September represents Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This may be the most difficult women's cancer to detect and treat, yet many women are unaware of the risks.
Why are many women at risk of ovarian cancer not aware of it?
9/04/2014
The color teal in September represents Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This may be the most difficult women's cancer to detect and treat, yet many women are unaware of the risks.
New method for non-invasive prostate cancer screening
9/04/2014
Cancer screening is a critical approach for preventing cancer deaths because cases caught early are often more treatable.
The Care Oncology Clinic, based in Harley Street, London has announced that it is recruiting patients onto a first-of-its-kind medical study to evaluate the effectiveness and tolerability of a...
Agendia announces study showing molecular subtyping can improve breast cancer treatment
9/04/2014
In findings that may eventually change the way breast cancer is evaluated and treated, a new study reports that the BluePrint genomic test provides more accurate information about the molecular...
The remarkable global spread of a single canine cancer
9/04/2014
While countries with dog control policies have curbed an infectious and gruesome canine cancer, the disease is continuing to lurk in the majority of dog populations around the world, particularly in...
Skin cancer more likely in pilots and cabin crew
9/04/2014
According to a new medical literature review, pilots and cabin crew have approximately twice the incidence of developing melanomas compared with the general population.