Category Archives: Research

The Numbers behind the ProtecT Trial

Posted on September 15, 2016 by

This week’s release of the first study comparing outcomes between surgery, radiation, and active surveillance got a lot of buzz. But even then, some pretty important details did not get as much coverage as they probably could, and maybe even … Continue reading →

Posted in Communications, Prostate, Research, Treatment | 1 Comment

New study compares surgery, radiation, and active surveillance in prostate cancer

Posted on September 14, 2016 by

A long-awaited study from researchers in the United Kingdom compares three major approaches: surgery (radical prostatectomy), radiation, and active surveillance (also known as ‘watchful waiting’) for men with localized prostate cancer diagnosed with prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Prostate, Research, Screening | 2 Comments

Olympic Rings… All of Them Red

Posted on August 8, 2016 by

One of the interesting developments at the Summer Olympics has been the sudden appearance of red circles on athletes’ skin. It turns out Michael Phelps and others are displaying signs of “cupping,” one of the more unusual ‘health’ practices around.   … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Medicine, Behavior, Lifestyle, Research | 2 Comments

ACS Responds to New Study Linking Cell Phone Radiation to Cancer

Posted on May 27, 2016 by

The U.S. National Toxicology Program (NTP) has released partial results from an animal study of the effect of radiofrequency radiation associated with cell phones. The group found radiofrequency radiation was linked to a higher risk of two cancers. Below is a response … Continue reading →

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Many HIV-Infected Cancer Patients Lacking Treatment

Posted on May 17, 2016 by

A new study finds HIV-infected patients with cancer in the United States appear to be less likely to receive cancer treatment, regardless of insurance and other existing health conditions. The study, by researchers at the University of Utah, National Cancer … Continue reading →

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Radon and Hematologic Cancer in Women

Posted on April 28, 2016 by

A new report from American Cancer Society researchers finds a statistically-significant, positive association between high levels of residential radon and the risk of hematologic cancer (lymphoma, myeloma, and leukemia) in women. The study is the first prospective, population-based study of … Continue reading →

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A lung cancer vaccine from Cuba

Posted on March 14, 2016 by

For the past several months, reports have popped up on an experimental treatment being used in Cuba to treat lung cancer. Most recently, HealthNewsReview took on a Phoenix-area news outlet and a cancer clinic for touting the drug before it has undergone … Continue reading →

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