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Fruit Chemical Shrinks Tumors
A compound found naturally in fruits like mangoes, grapes and strawberries has been discovered to dramatically fight malignancies.
Research recently done at Hong Kong University shows that the chemical lupeol sharply decreases tumor size and suppresses metastasis, the blood-borne spread of cancer from one part of the body to another. Lupeol has these effects, the study showed, while having no unhealthy impact on surrounding tissue or other organs in the body - something that's often not the case with conventional chemotherapy. (Read more about Fruit Chemical Shrinks Tumors)
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Acupuncture Outperforms Drugs on Hot Flashes
Acupuncture does as well and is longer-lasting than drug therapy in handling the hot flashes and sweating that afflicts 80 percent of women who are treated for breast cancer, according to recent research.
In addition, the study showed, treatment with acupuncture engenders none of the nasty side effects associated with conventional drugs. In fact, it produces some very attractive benefits, including a greater sense of well-being, increased energy, and, occasionally, a higher sex drive. (Read more about Acupuncture Outperforms Drugs on Hot Flashes)
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Saving Bone Cancer Patients' Limbs
Bone cancer is rare, but up till recently if it was diagnosed in a limb, it almost certainly meant an amputation.
But that has changed with the advent of internal prosthetics that can replace the diseased bone. Surgeons can now reconstruct a bone with prosthetics if a malignancy is not wrapped around blood vessels.
Dr. James Wittig of New York City's Mt. Sinai Medical Center says that, these days, 95 percent of patients with bone sarcomas, which comprise less than 1 percent of all cancers, can have their limbs saved. But some bone cancer sufferers may still be having amputations due to ignorance of the technology. (Read more about Saving Bone Cancer Patients' Limbs)
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Hypnosis Helps Control Hot Flashes
Hot flashes can make life hell for women going through menopause. And they'e especially torturous for those who are being treated for, or who have just finished treatment for, breast cancer.
So the federal government funded a five-week study at Baylor University in which 51 survivors of breast cancer were divided into two groups - one of 26 women who were given about an hour of hypnosis five times a week, and another of 25 women who served as a control group. All of the women had no further sign of cancer and were experiencing up to 14 daily hot flashes - in which a woman's heart rate skyrockets, she goes into a sweat, and then is racked by the chills. (Read more about Hypnosis Helps Control Hot Flashes)
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Can Ginseng Fight Cancer?
In a new research effort, a University of Chicago team will investigate to what extent ginseng can kill cancer cells and will identify the herb's active biochemicals that may be responsible.
In another project, the researchers will undertake to learn how ginseng extracts may alter tumor cells' gene expression. And in a third study, they will focus on how ginseng affects the intracellular signals that determine cell growth and death. (Read more about Can Ginseng Fight Cancer?)
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Blocking a Protein Halts Tumor Growth
Ovarian tumors seem to thrive in the presence of high levels of a protein known as TG2, short for tissue type transglutaminase. And the more advanced they are, the more TG2 there is. But blocking production of the protein in mice reverses the tumors' growth.
In fact, researchers at the University of Texas' M.D. Anderson Cancer Center found that ovarian tumors, even in their advanced stages, could be shrunk by an average of 86 percent if a biochemical known as siRNA (a tiny strand of ribonucleic acid incorporated in small fat particles injected intravenously) was used together with the chemotherapy drug docetaxel. (Read more about Blocking a Protein Halts Tumor Growth)
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Radiation Increases Breast Cancer Risk in Some
A study on breast cancer patients has found that those below age 45 who get radiation treatments are far more likely to contract cancer in the other, or contralateral, breast. The risk was discovered to be especially higher in women with breast cancer in their family history.
The researchers studied some 7,000 women who had been less than 71 years of age when they were diagnosed. All were one-year survivors of breast cancer, and were treated from 1970-86 in the Netherlands. (Read more about Radiation Increases Breast Cancer Risk in Some)
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Two Markers Found for Prostate-Cancer Deadliness
Investigators have found that men who are or have been overweight or who have high insulin levels are more likely to die from prostate cancer.
The discovery of these two predictors is important, because doctors now have two crucial clues as to which patients will develop the most life-threatening tumors and therefore which to treat most aggressively. (Read more about Two Markers Found for Prostate-Cancer Deadliness)
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An Alternative, Ethical Source for Stem Cells
A new source of stem cells could be as good as embryonic stem cells for researching and developing treatments for a range of serious diseases, and without the ethical implications of embryonic stem cells. Scientists from Germany and the UK have discovered this new source: routine biopsies of men's testicles.
Stem cells from embryos have the potential to become any cell in the body, since a whole person grows from a single fertilized egg. But ethical issues arise because extracting stem cells requires the destruction of embryos. (Read more about An Alternative, Ethical Source for Stem Cells)
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New Boon for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
A new drug therapy that annihilates the blood vessels that grow to feed malignant tumors is showing considerable promise in increasing the longevity of patients with inoperable pancreatic cancer.
Recent research, led by Matthias Löhr of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, shows that a drug called EndoTAG-1 (chemical name: cationic lipid complexed paclitaxel), when infused with gemcitabine, can substantially extend life. In his study involving 200 subjects with pancreatic adenocarcinoma, Löhr treated half of them, the control group, with gemcitabine alone. (Read more about New Boon for Pancreatic Cancer Patients)
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Dr. Fabio Volterra
Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call: (888) 860-7136
Chemotherapy is an option that Dr. Lucia Boselli may prescribe for cancer patients who see her in the Bronx. The treatment destroys cancer cells by stopping them from growing or multiplying. Healthy cells can also be harmed, but they usually repair themselves after chemotherapy. Dr. Boselli is a consulting physician at the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call: (888) 287-5593
If you're looking for a cancer center with expertise in hematology, search for the Osceola Cancer Center in the Orlando, Florida area. Their team of brilliant doctors is ready to help you learn all about prevention and treatment for cancer.
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Dr. Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call: 888-756-8593
Older men know the importance of regular prostate check-ups, because nothing is more important than catching prostate cancer early. However, for those that currently suffer from prostate cancer, they can go the trained professionals at the Immune Recovery Foundation serving Charlotte, North Carolina for the finest in alternative treatment.
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Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
If you have skin cancer, you know the importance of getting treated by the best doctor possible. Timing is key; the earlier it is detected, the greater the chance that you will be cured. Dr. Tauseef Ahmed of Westchester Oncology & Hematology, serving Manhattan, has dedicated many years to studying skin cancer treatment options for condition such as melanoma and dysplastic nevus. He is an oncologist you can trust.
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Dr. Lucia Boselli
The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call: (888) 860-7136
Need cutting edge imaging services? Positron Emission Tomography (PET) represents the very latest innovation in nuclear medicine, making cancer detection much easier. Dr. Lucia Boselli at Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx is a radiation oncology specialist who can give you the treatment you need for your cancer.
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The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 259-3797
Breast cancer is one of the most frightening conditions that a woman can find herself facing. It's normal to feel scared and a little lost after hearing a diagnosis that carries so much weight, so many possible outcomes. You need reassurance and support. Lawrence Hospital Center's Center for Advanced Surgery in Westchester, NY has the tools and the expert surgeons to fight back. Breast cancer surgery isn't something anyone wants to undergo, but if you have to, these are the people to call.
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Dr. Delong Liu, M.D., Ph.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Ave, Ste 2100
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
Dr. Delong Liu and his partners at Westchester Oncology & Hematology are passionate scientists, expert clinicians and very important...compassionate people. This mix makes the team at Westchester Oncology & Hematology unique among medical oncology practitioners.
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Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
Dr. Ahmed is a Professor of Medicine, Chief of Oncology / Hematology and Neoplastic Diseases at the New York Medical College. He is also the Medical Director of the Zalmen A. Arlin Cancer Institute at Westchester Medical Center.
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Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
With so many doctors to choose from these days, it’'s hard to make a decision without at least some doubt. But if you’re looking for the best skin cancer doctor around, go ahead and lay those doubts to rest; Dr. Tauseef Ahmed serves Manhattan and is the one specialist you'’ll want to have on your side when the going gets tough. He is an authority in the world of oncology and has the resume to show for it.
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Dr. Delong Liu
Westchester Oncology and Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
Want to consult an oncologist? Dr. Delong Liu is a leukemia specialist at Westchester Oncology Hematology Group. Dr. Liu has been recognized as a research pioneer. He has opened doors to innovative therapies for patients with blood-related cancers through his involvement in the cutting edge research that is leading to more effective treatments for cancers.
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The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 259-3797
Going through breast cancer treatment is difficult for anyone. Having the most efficient methods and technology can often help make the treatment go smoother, leading to less complications. Let the surgeons at Lawrence Hospital Center in Bronxville, Westchester County, New York, help you with their latest technology. Not only do they have the latest technology, the surgeons bring the highest quality of care and understand that each patient is unique.
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Dr. Slava Pashkevich, M.D.
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call: 888-337-9370
Conventional treatments for lung cancer include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Oftentimes, these treatments are successful in shrinking tumors and many patients go into remission. However, these treatments do not always work, and some patients may wish to explore alternative lung cancer treatment and care. The Immune Recovery Foundation serving Columbia, South Carolina offers another option.
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Zalmen A. Arlin Cancer Institute
The Zalmen A. Arlin Cancer Institute
19 Bradhurst Ave, Ste 2100
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
Hawthorne / Vahalla based, The Arlin Cancer Institute at Westchester Medical Center has developed the Cancer Resource Center to address the needs for assistance by patients, their families, the public seeking to be well, and those seeking accurate, appropriate health information and services can make in their lives.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call: (888) 287-5593
If you are facing the difficult challenge of cancer, it is vital that you turn to a professional who is an expert in the field. If you are a resident of, or live near, Kissimmee, FL, Dr. Arnold I. Miller is the professional that cancer patients have been turning to at the Osceola Cancer Center. He has years of experience treating a wide range of cancers and offers care for both patient and family.
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Dr Alfred Rosenbaum
Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call: (888) 860-7136
Thinking about Positron Emission Tomography (PET)? Avail of the latest in treatment and care at Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx. Board certified Dr. Alfred Rosenbaum is in charge of radiation oncology at the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care. He is also an attending physician and assistant clinical professor in radiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center and consultant-in-charge of brachytherapy at Lenox Hill Hospital.
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Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale,
NY
10530
Call: (888) 281-4568
Our practice is affiliated with all major hospitals throughout Westchester County. We offer comprehensive surgical spine care for a wide variety of simple and complex conditions, involving degenerative disease, trauma, tumor, infection, and congenital disorders.
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Dr. Bridget Freeman
Atlantis Medical Center PA
1617 Thacker Ave
Jacksonville,
Florida
32207
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Prostate cancer is very bad news that a male patient can receive. In the United States, prostate cancer was diagnosed in nearly 190,000 men and has killed almost 30,000 men in 2008 alone according to the National Cancer Institute. Those who survive know how hard it is to fully adjust to life again and Dr. Bridget Freeman, M.D. and her team have treated patients going through this at the Atlantis Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. They aim to help you as much as possible as you live with prostate cancer.
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Osceola Cancer Center
Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee,
Florida
34741
Call: (888) 287-5593
If you or somebody you love has prostrate cancer, it's important to receive treatment from a team of medical professionals who are sensitive to your needs. At the Osceola Cancer Center in Orlando, FL, a team of experts are there to keep you well-informed about your treatment options as well as deliver exceptional care that is appropriate for your specific needs.
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Dr. Lucia Boselli
Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx,
NY
10469
Call: (888) 860-7136
The Bronx based Eastchester Center for Cancer Care is a full-service radiation oncology cancer center dedicated to offering the highest level of care for Westchester oncology patients. Dr. Lucia Boselli is a Board Certified radiation oncologist who possesses the skill and experience necessary for effective cancer treatment
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Dr. Delong Liu
Westchester Oncology and Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call: (888) 850-9152
Leukemia specialist, Delong Liu, M.D. is the Director of the Adult Leukemia Service at WOHG. Dr. Liu came to the group from Mt. Sinai Medical Center and Shanghai Medical University where he gained invaluable experience in the treatment of patients with acute leukemias, myelodysplasia and other hematologic malignancies.
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