Updated: 2012-04-27 21:40:53
: Health News Blood Clot Risk for Outpatients Needs More Attention : Study Print E-mail FRIDAY , April 27 HealthDay News People undergoing outpatient surgery should be warned about their risk for dangerous blood clots , according to a new study that finds the risk is higher among groups including , but not limited to , those who are older or . obese The University of Michigan researchers found that one in 84 patients considered high-risk suffers a blood clot after outpatient surgery . More than 60 percent of operations are currently performed as outpatient procedures , according to background information in a university new . release Outpatient surgery now includes a greater variety of procedures , from plastic surgery to cancer operations and orthopedic surgery , and not all patients are
Updated: 2012-04-27 16:10:32
By: Michael Stafford, RD, CSO, LD
MUSC Oncology Dietitian
The American Cancer Society just released their healthy living guidelines for cancer survivors. Cancer survivors can help prevent a recurrence by achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, participating in regular physical activity, and eating a healthy diet with an emphasis on vegetables, fruits, and whole grain foods. Read the full . . . → Read More: American Cancer Society Releases New Health Guidelines for Cancer Survivors
Updated: 2012-04-27 04:20:34
, Health News Healthy Behaviors Extend Life After Cancer , Experts Say Print E-mail THURSDAY , April 26 HealthDay News A healthy lifestyle including eating right , exercising and maintaining normal weight can boost the odds of long-term cancer survival , especially for breast , colorectal or prostate cancer , according to new recommendations from the American Cancer . Society About one in 25 Americans is a cancer survivor . Many ask , How can I keep the cancer from coming back said Colleen Doyle , the cancer society's director of nutrition and physical . activity Cancer survivors often are advised to adopt healthy behaviors , including eating lots of fruits , vegetables , whole grains and lean protein fitting in walking or other aerobic activity most days of the week and keeping weight
Updated: 2012-04-26 06:12:00
, , About Us Sponsored : by CTCA Cancer News Brain Tumor Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Trial Study found it added weeks of survival for patients with glioblastoma Read full story Cancer News Categories Breast Cancer News Colorectal Cancer News Gynecologic Cancer News Hematological Cancer News Lung Cancer News Prostate Cancer News Pancreatic Cancer News Other Cancer News Message Board Cancers Bladder Cancer Bone Cancer Brain Cancer Breast Cancer Colon Cancer Esophageal Cancer Gynecological Cancers Kidney Cancer Leukemia Liver Cancer Lung Cancer Melanoma Pancreatic Cancer Prostate Cancer Stomach Cancer Testicular Cancer After Treatment Emotional Support Nutritional Concerns Side Effects Cancer Diagnosis Diagnostic Imaging Lab Tests Other Tests Cancer Nutrition Diet Recipes Supplements
Updated: 2012-04-26 03:39:37
: Health News Low-Radiation CT Scans Effective at Spotting Appendicitis : Study Print E-mail WEDNESDAY , April 25 HealthDay News Lower levels of radiation during CT scans could be just as effective for diagnosing appendicitis as the standard radiation dose , according to a new study from South . Korea Doctors typically order CT scans of the abdomen for adult and teen patients who have symptoms of appendicitis , such as pain near their belly button , to diagnose their condition before they decide whether to do an appendectomy surgery to remove the . appendix As long as CT is used judiciously , it allows doctors to reduce the rate of negative appendectomies before CT scans , about one in five patients would have their appendix removed and it was normal and their pain was due to something
Updated: 2012-04-25 15:32:46
The National Toxicology Program’s crucial Report on Carcinogens is on trial in Congress today in the face of industry accusations that listing styrene as a "reasonably anticipated human carcinogen" hurts jobs.
Updated: 2012-04-24 23:47:09
: Health News Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Often Not Followed : Study Print E-mail TUESDAY , April 24 HealthDay News In 2008, the U.S . Preventive Services Task Force recommended against testing for prostate cancer in men aged 75 and older , but new research finds that almost 44 percent of these men are still being . screened Before the 2008 guidelines were set , about 43 percent of men in this age group opted for prostate-specific antigen PSA tests , but the task force found that testing had no effect on longevity and could result in overtreatment with adverse consequences . Meanwhile , the task force drafted a new set of guidelines last October that are even more critical of PSA testing , suggesting it may not have any value for men of any . age Patients and providers did not
Updated: 2012-04-24 00:00:41
: Health News Wife's Breast Cancer Can Hurt Husband's Health Too : Study Print E-mail MONDAY , April 23 HealthDay News The stress of caring for a wife with breast cancer can harm a man's health , and this effect can continue for years after her treatment ends , new research . says The Ohio State University study of 32 men found that those who had the highest levels of stress related to their wives' cancer were most likely to have physical symptoms such as headaches and abdominal pain and weaker immune . responses Previous research has suggested that people with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to infection and might not respond well to . vaccines The median age of the men in the study was 58, and they had been married for an average of 26 . years Guilt , depression , fear of
Updated: 2012-04-23 15:20:10
"I've become sharply aware of what I touch, breathe, and eat," said Fallace. "There are things we can do that are within our control."
Updated: 2012-04-18 07:56:57
Scientists are beginning to piece together data about the ubiquity of chemicals in the food supply and what they're finding has some health advocates worried.
Updated: 2012-04-16 22:57:59
Ann Eikenberry has set a personal goal to raise $7,400 for the Breast Cancer Fund -- $100 for each year of her mother's life.
Updated: 2012-04-16 19:02:15
Dear Center Volunteers,
Last Monday, President Barack Obama issued a proclamation declaring April 15 – April 21, 2012 National Volunteer Week. In his statement, the President emphasized the power of service to unite individuals, strengthen communities, and transform our collective future.
At the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, we are privileged to witness this power of [...]
Updated: 2012-04-13 23:00:22
Our Climb Against the Odds 2012 team is hard at work training and fundraising. Among them is teammember Tarsha Ebbern, an Olympic skier from Steamboat Springs.
Updated: 2012-04-13 22:46:35
A California agency has found the "toxic trio" of chemicals -- toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate -- in salon nail polishes, even those that claim to be free of the harmful substances.
Updated: 2012-04-12 06:04:00
, About Us Sponsored : by CTCA Cancer News Veggies Like Broccoli , Cabbage May Help Fight Breast Cancer : Study High intake of cruciferous vegetables associated with lower death rate , researchers say Read full story Cancer News Categories Breast Cancer News Colorectal Cancer News Gynecologic Cancer News Hematological Cancer News Lung Cancer News Prostate Cancer News Pancreatic Cancer News Other Cancer News Message Board Cancers Bladder Cancer Bone Cancer Brain Cancer Breast Cancer Colon Cancer Esophageal Cancer Gynecological Cancers Kidney Cancer Leukemia Liver Cancer Lung Cancer Melanoma Pancreatic Cancer Prostate Cancer Stomach Cancer Testicular Cancer After Treatment Emotional Support Nutritional Concerns Side Effects Cancer Diagnosis Diagnostic Imaging Lab Tests Other Tests Cancer
Updated: 2012-04-10 01:41:56
An article appearing in the April 4, 2012 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, coauthored by Dr. Etta D. Pisano, M.D., Professor of Radiology and Dean of the College of Medicine at MUSC, reported better detection rates for early, node-negative, invasive breast cancer in women with dense breast tissue and at least one . . . → Read More: New Breast Cancer Research from MUSC’s Dean Pisano
Updated: 2012-04-05 21:23:00
: About Us Sponsored : by CTCA Cancer News Low Bad' Cholesterol Levels May Be Linked to Cancer Risk Preliminary study found patients had low LDL cholesterol years before cancer diagnosis Read full story Cancer News Categories Breast Cancer News Colorectal Cancer News Gynecologic Cancer News Hematological Cancer News Lung Cancer News Prostate Cancer News Pancreatic Cancer News Other Cancer News Message Board Cancers Bladder Cancer Bone Cancer Brain Cancer Breast Cancer Colon Cancer Esophageal Cancer Gynecological Cancers Kidney Cancer Leukemia Liver Cancer Lung Cancer Melanoma Pancreatic Cancer Prostate Cancer Stomach Cancer Testicular Cancer After Treatment Emotional Support Nutritional Concerns Side Effects Cancer Diagnosis Diagnostic Imaging Lab Tests Other Tests Cancer Nutrition Diet
Updated: 2012-04-03 18:42:41
Our Policy Director Janet Nudelman spoke with Marketplace yesterday about the need for a law ensuring cosmetics are safe.
Updated: 2012-04-03 15:59:39
Today, I am featured as “That Girl” on Blisstree. I am honored. That Girl: Meet Cancer Survivor And Runner, Jacki Donaldson
