Ovarian Cancer
I heard that the radiation from CT scans can cause cancer. What's the story?
More Genetic Insights Into 3 Types of Cancer
DNA 'typos' point to increased risk in breast, prostate and ovarian disease, large international study found
By Barbara Bronson Gray
HealthDay Reporter
WEDNESDAY, March 27 (HealthDay News) -- Critical clues to understanding who is at the greatest risk for particular types of cancer may be found in "spelling mistakes" contained in a person's DNA.
Night Shift Linked to Raised Risk of Ovarian Cancer
But study didn't prove cause-and-effect relationship
FRIDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- Working at night might do more than throw your schedule out of whack, researchers warn. Women who cover the night shift may be at increased risk for ovarian cancer, according to a new study.
The investigators also found that the risk of ovarian cancer may be lower for night types ("owls") than for morning types ("larks").
Many Ovarian Cancer Patients Denied By-the-Book Care, Study Says
Result: They're 30 percent more likely to die over five-year span, researchers find
By Kathleen Doheny
HealthDay Reporter
MONDAY, March 11 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly two-thirds of ovarian cancer patients don't receive recommended treatment that could extend their lives, U.S. researchers have found.
Breast Cancer Gene May Be Tied to Early Menopause
Study finds women with this mutation may also have increased infertility risk, but more research needed
TUESDAY, Jan. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Women with the BRCA gene, who are already at greater risk for breast and ovarian cancer, may also be at increased risk for early menopause, according to a new study.
Pap Test Could Spot Some Ovarian Cancers, Study Finds
Widely used to detect cervical cancer, it might be much-needed screening option for other diseases
By Maureen Salamon
HealthDay Reporter
U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
But, for some hard-to-treat cancers, deaths are increasing
MONDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Deaths from cancer continue to drop for American men and women from most racial and ethnic groups, according to a new report, with significant declines seen for lung, colorectal, breast, prostate and other forms of cancer.
Stem Cell Technology May Help Rejuvenate Immune Cells
Manipulation of aging T-cells might help them defend against diseases such as HIV and cancer, researchers say
THURSDAY, Jan. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Stem cell technology may one day give new life to tired immune cells so they can battle diseases such as HIV and cancer more effectively, two new studies suggest.
U.S. Cancer Screening Rates Dropping: Study
Confusing guidelines, insurance gaps may discourage people from getting recommended testing
THURSDAY, Dec. 27 (HealthDay News) -- The number of Americans seeking cancer screening has declined over the past decade, a new study finds, with less than optimal levels for most types of cancer.
How Chemotherapy Can Affect Your Weight
There are many ways that cancer can affect your life, and being prepared for them may help make the journey a little easier. For instance, you're probably aware that chemotherapy can cause your hair to fall out and may have readied yourself for that by doing some wig or hat shopping.
