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May 21, 2012

Ways to extend chemotherapy use

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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

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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’

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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