Cancer and HIV survivor says he’s running for his life
Miami Herald Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:35 PM PST
If truth is stranger than fiction, marathoner Richard Brodsky has quite a tale to tell. That he has lived to tell it will make the 59-year-old even more extraordinary Sunday when he and his wife, Jodi, line up with nearly 25,000 others for the start of the ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon. |
Cancer survivor educates workers
Windsor Star Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:25 PM PST
Humour and a liberal use of sarcasm helped Sandy Knight through the fight of her life but education drives her today. |
Virus Caught through Oral Sex Linked to Oral Cancer Cases
The Wessex Scene Online Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:21 PM PST
HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, has recently been linked to a rise in oral cancer cases. The virus, most commonly known as the cause of cervical cancer in women, can be contracted through vaginal and anal sex. |
Ashbrook plans "suits and sneakers" day
The Gaston Gazette Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:20 PM PST
Every Ashbrook High School staff member that pledges to Coaches vs. Cancer will be permitted to wear sneakers with their professional attire Tuesday.The daylong event will conclude with Ashbrook's home basketball matchup against Kings Mountain.Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide effort led... |
Local school has unique approach to cancer awareness
The Gaston Gazette Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:20 PM PST
Lincoln Charter School and Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy are again teaming up with a clever way to support cancer research.The third annual Talon Challenge takes place this week with a series of events designed to raise money for the V Foundation and promote cancer awareness. Over the past... |
STAR program open house
The Citizen Telegram Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:13 PM PST
Grand River Hospital District is opening the newest program focused on helping cancer patients live full, vibrant lives, despite dealing with the affects of the disease. |
David Agus on the End of Illness
The Atlantic Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:18 PM PST
The professor of medicine and engineering at the University of Southern California shares his provocative ideas regarding the treatment of cancer after decades of research in the field. |
More men ‘have oral cancer virus’
Sunday Observer Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:13 PM PST
Oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is more common among men than women, leading to an increased risk for men of head and neck cancers, a US study suggests. |
Painting pup celebrates birthday, raises funds for canine cancer research
WWAY 3 Wilmington Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:47 AM PST
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Netop the painting pooch celebrated his ninth birthday this weekend, complete with cake and of course a canvas. Netop's mom and dad fostered his creativity, and his paintings have helped raised money for animal and human charities. Also thanks to Netop, New Hanover and Brunswick County Fire Rescues now have pet oxygen masks for emergencies. Netop is the Narragansett ... |
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