Saturday, April 21, 2012

Health News: [cancer]


Relay for Life finds new home at Riverside Park
Bonita Banner Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:51 PM PDT
The track was shorter and the atmosphere more intimate but spirits were high and the night flew by just as quickly. Relay for Life’s first year at Riverside Park was a successful one, raising more than $23,000 for the American Cancer Society.

Hugo Chavez's weeklong silence spurs uncertainty
The Wenatchee World Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:42 PM PDT
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) â€" Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been out of sight for a week, speaking only through Twitter messages and written statements while undergoing cancer treatment in Cuba. The lack of any appearances on television has Venezuelans wondering about what his unusual silence might say about his struggle with cancer, and whether Chavez may be coping with a particularly tough ...

Cancer Alliance of Naples grant helping lower income breast cancer patients
Naples Daily News Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:30 PM PDT
Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, it affects all women â€" rich or poor. Women in Immokalee, East Naples and Naples said, in the survey, they're not seeking treatment or preventive care either because they lack insurance or time. For others, the reason was overbearing cultural stigmas or financial stress.

Firemen help fight cancer, one hairdo at a time
ABC News 4 Charleston Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:26 PM PDT
Nearly every member of the Mount Pleasant Fire Department stood side-by-side Saturday morning. It was picture day.

Could this cure cancer?
Brisbane Times Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:26 PM PDT
Australian scientists are leading a global charge to combat one of the world's worst killers with a surprising secret weapon - the common cold.

Chavez's weeklong silence spurs uncertainty
Denver Post Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:24 PM PDT
CARACAS, Venezuelaâ€"Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been out of sight for a week, speaking only through Twitter messages and written statements while undergoing cancer treatment in Cuba.

Chavez's recent low profile has Venezuelans worried about his health
New Haven Register Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:13 PM PDT
CARACAS, Venezuela â€" Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been out of sight for a week, speaking only through Twitter messages and written statements while undergoing cancer treatment in Cuba.

Chavez’s lack of appearances raises uncertainty in Venezuela
Hamilton Spectator Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:05 PM PDT
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been out of sight for a week, speaking only through Twitter messages and written statements while undergoing cancer treatment in Cuba.

Video: Swayze's wife seeks to boost pancreatic cancer awareness
CBS News Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:39 PM PDT
Patrick Swayze died in 2009 from pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease. His wife, Lisa, has picked up the mantle to spread awareness of the disease. She speaks with Rebecca Jarvis and Jeff Glor about Patrick's last days and her journey since his death.

British Soccer Standings
Greenwich Time Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:36 PM PDT
A gathering of scientists might not seem very glamorous, but the cancer researchers who came together at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich... Senior right-hander Jessica DeMaio had another strong outing, striking out 10, and junior first baseman Brittany Osborn went 4 for 4 with...




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