The work of Prof Joseph Scandura suggests drugs that interfere with the way genes work may reduce the side-effects of chemotherapy, reports Gary Culliton.
Protecting our largest organ
May 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In his A to Z on skin cancer, consultant dermatologist Dr Charles Dupont examines the diagnosis, treatment and indeed prevention of the disease and its associated conditions.
Cancer trial leaflets ‘not fit for purpose’
April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Patient information leaflets for cancer trials are not ‘fit for purpose’, with patients finding them far too long, incomprehensible, and even intimidating, a new study has found.
Scientists unlock key to cancer cell death
April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
An international team of scientists has announced a new advance in the ability to target and destroy certain cancer cells.
Moderate alcohol impacts on breast cancer risk
April 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A new review of research that looks at the relationship between alcohol consumption and breast cancer has found that low level or moderate drinkers who consume just one drink a day have a 5 per cent increased risk of breast cancer.
Fighting the mammography wars
March 21, 2012 By 1 Comment
With some conflicting scientific evidence emerging on the benefits of breast screening programmes, Dr Dermot Walsh questions what information can now legitimately be conveyed to women to explain the benefits and harms and to ensure informed consent.
A balanced debate on breast screening remains key concern
March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
During the recent international debate on breast screening, the potential benefits of a reduction in mortality have sometimes been lost in the discussion, according to Dr Ann O’Doherty, Lead Clinical Director at BreastCheck.
Assessing and managing cancer pain
February 22, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Pain is one of the most prevalent and distressing symptoms experienced by patients with cancer. Dr Elaine Wallace looks at the different options available to control pain in such patients.
Cracking the obesity code
February 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Pat Kelly reports on new research that provides a deeper understanding in the area of overweight and obesity and the way the treatment of a range of conditions could radically change.
Chemotherapy aiming to improve surgery outcomes
January 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Gary Culliton reports on remarks made by Associate Prof Cathy Eng, Medical Oncologist at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre, at the recent Mater Hospital ‘Multimodality Management of Colorectal Liver Metastases: Collaborating Towards Cure’ meeting.
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