Tag: Cancer: Misc.
March 2015 Briefing – Hematology & Oncology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Hematology & Oncology for March 2015. This roundup includes...
Small, Steady Decline in Cancer Rates in U.S. Over Past Decade
Annual report shows progress in battle against cancer
Multiple, Inappropriate Meds Taken by Older Cancer Patients
A pharmacist-led comprehensive medication assessment can optimize meds
Early Palliative Care Improves Survival in Advanced Cancer
Second study shows benefits for caregivers with early palliative care intervention
Cancer Risk Down for Men With High Midlife Fitness
Study shows lower risk of lung, colon tumors at 65 and older
Patients Expect More Info About Tests Involving Radiation
Gap between patient expectations, current practices for provision of information about radiation use
Cancer Odds Up 40 Percent in Obese Women
However, researchers stress that losing excess weight can lower the odds again
CDC Releases Estimates of Cancer Incidence, Survival for 2011
Sixty-five percent of those with cancer survived five years or more; survival lower among blacks
Where You Live May Impact Use of Unnecessary Imaging
Doctors tend to order more imaging technologies in the Northeast, researchers found
FDA Approves Unituxin for High-Risk Neuroblastoma
First approval for a therapy aimed specifically to treat the rare pediatric cancer
