Cancer News
Discover the latest advancements in prevention, early detection, research, treatment, products and services for those affected by cancer and involved in treatment. This section includes organizations raising awareness and funds for cancer research, companies developing technology and medications for cancer treatment and legal and public policy announcements related to carcinogens and cancer care.
Argonaut Ventures to Auction Premium Medical Domain Names
Cancer, Arthritis, Depression, and Menopause Domain Names Offered for Sale. - February 09, 2008 - Argonaut Ventures
Meet Olympic Skate Champion, Peggy Fleming at The Ridgefield Playhouse, as She Discusses the Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
Peggy Fleming will discuss health issues as part of the Adam Broderick Salon & Spa Series for Women and Girls and the Danbury Hospital Living Well Series at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Ms. Fleming is an Olympic athlete, having won the Gold medal in Grenoble, France (the only one for the US that year), so fitness and health are part of her daily lifestyle. - February 08, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Dallas Nutritionist Has Success with Unique Treatments for Cancer Patients
Dr. June Meymand, founder of The Healing Arts Cancer and Wellness Center, reports that she has achieved remarkable success with a set of uniquely devised, all-inclusive treatments for her cancer patients who experience a substantial increase in quality of life and longevity as a result of her... - February 06, 2008 - Dr June Meymand's Healing Arts Cancer and Wellness Center
Breakthrough Breast Cancer Therapy from Europe
The Foundation of Women for Breast Cancer Truth opens a website on the latest advances in breast cancer treatment. - January 31, 2008 - breastcancer-cured.com
LegalView Blog Notifies Readers of a New Experimental Asbestos Cleanup and Removal Method
LegalView's mesothelioma blog recently alerted readers of an experimental asbestos removal trial that is being used as an allegedly cheaper and safer method. LegalView provides information on asbestos removal as well as treatments and jury verdicts. - January 30, 2008 - LegalView
All Wired Up Jewelry Offers Unique Handcrafted Pendant in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
All Wired Up Jewelry, makers of uniquely handcrafted 14-karat gold-filled and sterling silver wired jewelry, announces the design of an exquisite pink pendant, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to support breast cancer awareness and the fight against breast cancer. Mark and Karen... - January 21, 2008 - All Wired Up Jewelry
Y90 Microspheres Education and Support Offers Straight Talk About Treating Liver Tumors Webinar
Dr. Charlie Nutting presents "Yttrium 90 Radioembolization (SIR-spheres or Therasphere) of Hepatic Malignancies" - January 20, 2008 - Y90 Microspheres Education and Support
Groundbreaking Medical Device Helps Woman Win Battle Against Cancer
IntraOp Medical has reported that the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute (The James) in Columbus, Ohio, has successfully treated a liposarcoma patient using the innovative cancer-fighting device, the Mobetron. - January 18, 2008 - IntraOp Medical
A Glimmer of Hope Foundation Donates $110,000 to Magee-Womens Research Institute
A Glimmer of Hope Foundation, a Pittsburgh based non-profit organization that supports breast cancer research, today presented a check in the amount of $110,000 to the Magee-Womens Research Institute. The donation was presented by Glimmer of Hope Foundation president, Diana Napper, Pittsburgh... - January 18, 2008 - A Glimmer of Hope Foundation
Loss of Mother to Cancer Prompts New Awareness Ribbon
New awareness ribbon design spells out “Life” to promote the hope and positive approach necessary for fighting deadly diseases like cancer and AIDS. - January 16, 2008 - VMK Innovations, Inc.
Anavex 7-1037 Demonstrates Chemotherapeutic Potential Without Toxic Side Effects for the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer, Other Types of Solid Tumors
ANAVEX 7-1037 has been shown to kill human HCT116 colon cancer cells in advanced pre-clinical studies. - January 16, 2008 - Anavex Life Sciences Corp.
Cancer Educational Services Organization Launches New Website
Cancer Educational Services Organization Launches New Website. - January 12, 2008 - Galvanek & Wahl Advertising Agency
Regional Cancer Center in Southwest Washington Chooses Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Oncology practice with six locations installs Rabbit’s EMR software - January 08, 2008 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Genetic Cancer Risk Assessment Now Available by Phone
Huron Valley Genetic Consulting (HVGC) has expanded to include a cancer genetics division. The goal of HVGC’s new cancer division is to offer genetic cancer risk assessment to individuals who do not have access to large medical centers and trained genetics professionals. HVGC will do this by... - January 03, 2008 - Huron Valley Genetic Consulting
Big Pharmas to Present at GTCbio’s 3rd Imaging in Drug Development Conference in March 2008
Presenters from GSK, Pfizer, Abbott, Schering-Plough, Bristol-Myers Squibb, GE, Siemens, NIH and more to speak at GTCbio’s 3rd Imaging in Drug Development conference on March 17-18, 2008 in San Diego. Presenting organizations at the 3rd Imaging in Pre-clinical & Clinical Drug Development... - December 21, 2007 - GTCbio
Tigerlily Foundation Featured in the Cure Today/San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Newsletter
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) is proud to be featured in the Cure Today/30th San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium newsletter. “The objective of the SABCS is to provide state-of-the-art information on the experimental biology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and therapy of breast cancer... - December 16, 2007 - Tigerlily Foundation
Sources for Human Hair Wigs Are Challenged Due to Changing Economic Conditions in the Far East
The declining US dollar, and outsourcing of US jobs has created a boom in Far East economies. Traditionally the world's source for human hair, Asian women can now afford to keep their own hair and embrace American beauty standards. This may leave those who use human hair wigs for medical or cosmetic reasons in a bind in 2008. - November 20, 2007 - WigSalon.com
Radiation Found to be More Effective Than Surgery at Preventing Second Larynx Cancers
Researchers from Loyola University Medical Center have recently demonstrated that radiation prevents second larynx cancers in patients who are initially treated for an early larynx cancer. - November 19, 2007 - Gopal Sachdeva
Live Continuing Education for Pharmacists on the Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs
Carmel Pharma, manufacturer and distributor of PhaSeal, announced that they are sponsoring a live, accredited continuing education (CE) seminar during this year’s 42nd Annual ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition in Las Vegas, NV in December. - November 09, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
Lifetime TV's "Faces of Breast Cancer" Features Portrait by f8 Photo Studios
Jonathan Kaz and Cara Galati of f8 Photos Studios in Raleigh know exactly what the face of breast cancer looks like. They’ve seen it on their own mothers. So they were especially pleased recently when they learned that Lifetime TV’s online “Faces of Breast Cancer” campaign... - November 08, 2007 - f8 Photo Studios
Touraine Lynch, President of Spinning for Life, Writes Congressman to Seek Aid for Cancer Projects
Touraine Lynch is the Founder and CEO of Spinning For Life and is a cancer survivor and Army veteran. Touraine Lynch is pursuing the Leukemia and Lymphoma Societies mission by advocating for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She is taking action to help promote and get the word out on this... - November 01, 2007 - Spinning for Life
New Hair Enhancers Are More Comfortable Than Wigs
This new design for wigs is called a hair enhancer because it really is not a wig, though it looks like one. Hair enhancers are lighter than wigs, and are effective for women who have little or thinning hair, but are not bald. - October 25, 2007 - WigSalon.com
Founder and CEO Touraine Lynch is Proud to Announce Spinning for Life Website Launch on 1 November, 2007
Ex-Military Soldier (Age-33) turns cancer illness into an inspiration of life - Spinning For Life. - October 21, 2007 - Spinning for Life
Jennifer M. Long, a Clinical Research Specialist for Norwalk Hospital, Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Jennifer M. Long, a clinical research specialist for Norwalk Hospital, has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. Jennifer holds a Masters Degree in Art from New York University and is a proud member of the Oncology Nursing Society as well as the honor society of Sigma Pheta... - October 18, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Carat Doing Its Best in Fight Against Breast Cancer
Jeweler's family hit hard by cancer; not going to lie down and take it. - October 13, 2007 - E.R. Sawyer Jewelers
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Unveils Paint the Town Pink Products
Wick-edly Sent Soap and Candle Company launches a Paint the Town Pink product line to raise money and awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. - September 26, 2007 - Wick-edly Sent Soap and Candle Company
Elizabeth Jekot MD Breast Imaging Center in Richardson, TX Recently Voted One of the top 5 Most Influential Women’s Centers to Watch in 2007 by Imaging Technology News
Local Breast Cancer Doctor and Breast Cancer Survivor Available for Interviews During October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month - September 20, 2007 - The Elizabeth Jekot MD Breast Imaging Center
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Celebrated at Living Waters Spa with Activities & Specials
Living Waters Spa a European-style clothing optional resort is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) with special rates for survivors as well as weekly events to promote breast health and breast cancer awareness. - September 12, 2007 - Living Waters Spa
Tigerlily Foundation Featured in the October Issue of Essence Magazine
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) is excited to be featured in the October issue of Essence magazine. In the issue, Tigerlily’s founder, Maimah Karmo is featured in the article titled, “We Beat Breast Cancer.” In the article, that features three other breast cancer survivors, Ms. - September 12, 2007 - Tigerlily Foundation
Rabbit Healthcare Systems Runs at Fast Pace
Austin, Texas-based company holds leadership role in EMR for oncology practices - August 28, 2007 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Jonna's Body, Please Hold Wins Film Festival
Jonna’s Body, Please Hold Honored by Long Beach Film Festival; Project Set to Screen in South Africa and Rhode Island - August 07, 2007 - Jonna's Body
Inaugural ‘Survivor Celebration Tour’ Announced
Coast-to-Coast Tour Benefiting Breast Cancer Survivors Backed by Under Armour, Dr. Travis Fox/Beat the Bogey Man, The Golf Nut Society and Xellent Swiss Vodka - August 04, 2007 - Eclipse Sports
Breast Cancer Conquered Without Toxic Drugs
Information on new treatments that selectively target cancer cells - July 30, 2007 - breastcancer2008.com
Candle Manufacturer is Donating Up to $10,000
For Every Body will select one woman with breast cancer to receive up to $10,000 in financial aid, and items donated by sponsors such as a car, groceries for a year, gasoline, and other items to help make her life easier. - July 26, 2007 - For Every Body
Small Businesses Can Make a Big Difference - “Help Fight Breast Cancer” with a Pink Yoga Mat
A socially conscious online business is helping to raise awareness and raise money to help the fight against breast cancer with its pink "Help Fight Breast Cancer" Yoga Mat. - July 25, 2007 - MatsMatsMats.com
Rabbit Healthcare Systems Chosen for ASCO Oncology Symposium
Austin, Texas, technology company among seven of 23 vendors invited to participate - July 24, 2007 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
A New World Record for Cancer
To benefit cancer research, one person will attempt to break 10,000 wood boards in one hour, exceeding the current world record by over 6,000. - July 12, 2007 - Dragon E's Black Belt Academy
Dr. David Ornstein Launches His Web Site www.davidornsteinmd.com Dedicated to Patients with Urologic Malignancies (Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Kidney Cancer)
http://www.davidornsteinmd.com contains basic information on urologic malignancies (prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer) with particular emphasis on treatment options using the DaVinci Robotic Surgical System. - July 03, 2007 - DavidOrnsteinMD.com
Candle Company Asks for Breast Cancer Stories
To expand its support of breast cancer awareness, a Utah based company is looking for one woman in the United States with breast cancer to highlight on their Web site and give aid to them emotionally and financially. For Every Body, a candle and air freshener manufacturer, plans to highlight one... - June 28, 2007 - For Every Body
MesoBlog.org – A New Path to Understanding Mesothelioma
One of the deadliest cancers to be discovered up till now is mesothelioma. Caused by asbestos it can take the victim’s life within 16-18 month after the first symptoms of mesothelioma show up. However, despite this horrifying truth about mesothelioma, it is possible to prevent and even treat... - June 06, 2007 - MesoBlog.org
Blog for Charity
Craigs-blogs.com, is donating $1.00 for every blog post in June. All proceeds will be given to The American Cancer Foundation. - May 23, 2007 - Craigs-blogs.com
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month - Free Screenings Available in Tampa - Florida is Number 2 in Melanoma Rate
This is Skin Cancer Awareness month. Free screening is available May 19th in Tampa and across the country via the Skin Cancer Foundation - May 16, 2007 - Advanced Film Solutions
Realtors Walk for Cancer Research in NYC
Realtors from RE/MAX Quality Homes in Teaneck, NJ participated in the 10th anniversary Revlon Run/ Walk for Womens Cancers. This event was held on May 5th, 2007 in Times Square. Helping the community and people in general is what this group of Realtors vowed to do last week at this event. They... - May 14, 2007 - Allegra House of RE/MAX Quality Homes
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month -Taking the Fight Indoors in Tampa
May is Skin Cancer Awreness Month. In Tampa Bay Advanced Film Solutions strongly supports the initiatives of Vista Window Films http://www.advancedfilmfl.com - May 06, 2007 - Advanced Film Solutions
New Research Presented by MD Anderson and University of Utah Verifies Dry Connections with PhaSeal
New evidence-based research was presented at ONS Congress by MD Anderson and the University of Utah which concluded only the PhaSeal System confined the drug, thus proving the prevention of drug exposure from preparation through administration of hazardous drugs. - May 05, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
New Medical Breakthrough: FDA Approved Device Can Turn Deadly Oral Cancer Into Treatable Cancer
A new breakthrough technology sets new oral tissue screening standards, enabling cancerous lesions to be diagnosed that may be undetectable under regular overhead white dental lights. The new device, VELscope, uses blue excitation light and a specialized filter to help dental professionals screen... - April 24, 2007 - Dentistry For Health New York, PLLC
NJ Teens Find Unique Ways of Raising $10,000 for Cancer Research
Captained by a 16 year old girl who has already received 4 National Awards for community service in her short life, this NJ Relay for Life teen team has become Flagship team with a fund raising goal of $10,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society. The teens have come up with creative fund raising ideas to reach their lofty goal. - March 25, 2007 - Kasey's Crew East
New Skin Cancer Info Through Free Online Seminars to Help Fight the Increasing Skin Cancer Epidemic
Flip A Coin...Did You Get Heads? This Means You Will Get Skin Cancer if You Live to Age 65… Most people do not realize the severity of the skin cancer epidemic. Although many people have some information about skin cancer, they don’t know all of the facts about preventing it. - March 25, 2007 - Kristin Apgar
Oldstone Title Agency Donates Thousands to Cancer Research Program
Donations are made from each 1st mortgage closing to Cancer Research Institute - March 07, 2007 - Oldstone Title Agency, LLC
Creating New Life Forms that May Help Eradicate Cancer Affecting Women
Instead of using the usual cancer-fighting modalities, surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation, researchers from a drug development company called Advaxis, have embarked on a novel approach to fighting cancer: Engaging the immune system to attack cancer in the same the way it would a flu vaccine, by... - February 27, 2007 - Advaxis