Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Health News: [cancer]


Megan rings in end of therapy
Irish Examiner Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:58 PM PDT
A FOUR-YEAR-OLD girl who has beaten cancer despite being given no chance of survival in Ireland has marked her final day of treatment by ringing a special bell at a Boston Hospital.

Lung cancer survival rates lower than European neighbours
Irish Examiner Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:57 PM PDT
SURVIVAL rates for lung cancer are substantially poorer in Ireland than many European countries.

More screening raises incidence of prostate and breast tumours
Irish Examiner Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:57 PM PDT
IRELAND has the highest incidence of prostate cancer in Europe, at a rate over 60% higher than the EU average.

High rates expose need for more research
Irish Examiner Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:56 PM PDT
THE revelation that Ireland has the second highest incidence of cancer in Europe has exposed an urgent public health issue, campaigners argue.

Former House District 50 candidate, Democrat Shelly Leonard, fights cancer again
St. Petersburg Times Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:50 PM PDT
By Mike Brassfield, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, August 31, 2011 During her campaign, Democrat Shelly Leonard had spoken of her history of oral cancer. CLEARWATER â€" When she ran against incumbent state Rep. Ed Hooper last year, Shelly Leonard wasn't your typical candidate. She was a 37-year-old single mother â€" and a survivor of oral cancer. The feisty Democrat made her cancer history a part of ...

Abortion and mental health 'linked'
Belfast Telegraph Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:48 PM PDT
Having an abortion increases the risk of mental health problems by 81%, according to a new study. Related Stories Half workers 'do not discuss pay' Warning on abuse victim benefits '86% of children' can use computers Women 'misled' over breast cancer Fly-tipping costs £40m per year

New Bear Adam Podlesh’s cancer fight gives punter fresh perspective
The Beacon News Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:45 PM PDT
When he needs a reality check, if he catches himself overcomplicating an issue in his life, new Bears punter Adam Podlesh steps in front of a mirror and looks at the 3-inch scar just below his left ear.‘‘It’s a big part of me,’’ Podlesh says. ‘‘It’s a reminder of a life-changing experience and puts everything in perspective. It takes me back.’’Engaging and hard-working, Podlesh has endeared ...

Man allegedly poses as a child with cancer to solicit autographs from celebrities
CBS 46 News Atlanta Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:44 PM PDT
A Smyrna man allegedly poses as a child with cancer to solicit autographs from celebrities.

Memorial to Deputy Chief Richard Shockley
WTVC Chattanooga Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:42 PM PDT
Former Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Deputy Chief Richard Shockley was remembered Wednesday. The Hamilton County Corrections Training Room was dedicated to Chief Shockley who passed away on January 25, 2011 after a brief fight with cancer.

Obesity Drug Lorcaserin Lacks Heart Risks Of Older Drugs
ThirdAge Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:40 PM PDT
Obesity drug lorcaserin spurred modest weight loss in as many as 40 percent of adults without the heart risks of older drugs, according to a new study by the drug's maker, Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The Food and Drug Administration declined to approve lorcaserin in October, citing a possible cancer risk, and the application is considered "open" while the company gathers date to address agency ...




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