Health News: [cancer]: We carry the breast cancer gene: Five women tell us about life after a BRAC1 diagnosis

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Health News : cancer - News from other sources.   We carry the breast cancer gene: Five women tell us about life after a BRAC1 diagnosis Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:53 PM PDT Sophisticated tests can reveal whether people with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer carry a genetic mutation that puts them at high risk of the disease. Yet this knowledge also brings tough decisions, as Angelina Jolie faced recently. Here women who tested positive share their stories. Continue reading Dietitian says no special diet plan for those suffering from cancer Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:45 PM PDT KUCHING: A cancer diagnosis is different for everyone so there is no fixed diet plan or 'forbidden' food [...] Continue reading Mum's memory drives son's purpose Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:15 PM PDT TIM Smith has bought himself a stunning new road bike and has covered hundreds of kilometres in preparation for this year's Ride to Conquer Cancer. Continue reading Hasty: Poker run to benefit cancer patient Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:15 PM PDT Starr Ray is serving up drinks and conversation in a different setting these days. A longtime fixture and former owner at Louie's Bar and Pub, Ray recently opened Starr's, a nightclub on Old McPherson Road. Continue reading Testicular cancer 'nearly beaten' Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:10 PM PDT Almost every man in the UK diagnosed with testicular cancer is now beating the disease, according to new figures. Ten-year survival rates have surged by almost 30% in the last 40 years, said Cancer Research UK. Continue reading Testicular cancer survival 'soaring' Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:09 PM PDT The overwhelming majority of men in the UK with testicular cancer will now survive for at least 10 years, figures released by Cancer Research UK show. Continue reading The Simpsons' Simon, with terminal cancer, gives away millions Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 06:08 PM PDT The co-creator of The Simpsons, Sam Simon, is giving away his fortune before he dies of colon cancer. The nine-time Emmy-winning writer-producer says he is using his wealth to help shut down roadside zoos and abusive animal shows, fund a dog-rescue haven in Malibu, and fight hunger, reported the Hollyw... Continue reading Randy Earnhardt Dies After Cancer Battle Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 05:59 PM PDT Randy Earnhardt died on Sunday after a long battle with cancer, leaving nephew Dale Earnhardt Jr. to mourn him while racing at the Brickyard 400. Randy was important to the race car driver in his early racing days and also played a role in Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI), which was founded by Dale Sr. and...... Continue reading Komen Fundraising Event In Boston Raises $2.5M To Help Fight Breast Cancer Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 05:58 PM PDT A 60-mile walking event over three days at Boston College High School this weekend raised $2.5 million for breast cancer research and programs, the Susan G. Komen Massachusetts affiliate reported in a prepared statement. Continue reading UK & World News: Testicular cancer 'nearly beaten' Sun, 28 Jul, 2013 05:55 PM PDT Almost every man in the UK diagnosed with testicular cancer is now beating the disease, according to new figures. Continue reading

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