MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'About.com Cancer' source. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:48:55 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3343551&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F08%2Ffarrah-fawcett-missing-from-oscars-tribute.htm As I was watching the 'In Memoriam' tribute segment of the Oscars last night, I noticed one name was absent from the slideshow: Farrah Fawcettt. As you know, Farrah died last summer, succumbing to her long battle with anal cancer. I have to wonder why the snub? Farrah remains a Hollywood icon and for her to be left out is unfortunate. She isn't the only one who was left out of the tribute, however. Bea Arthur, who died of cancer last year, was also noticeably absent from the segment. According to several news sources, a spokesperson from the Oscars said that they simply cannot include everyone in the tribute. I found it a little odd that they chose to include Michael Jackson, who had little film contribution in his career. Don't get me wrong, MJ had immense talent that will never be repli... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3343551 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3343551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3340345&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F08%2Fsean-penn-wants-cynics-to-die-of-rectal-cancer.htm I came across an interesting interview with Sean Penn this morning at EntertainmentWeekly.com, where the controversial actor basically said that he hopes those who are cynical of him "die screaming of rectal cancer". Sean must really detest those who question his actions because advanced rectal cancer is truly no walk in the park - I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. The actor's off-the-wall comment, however, has raised a little, much needed awareness of the disease and just in time for Colon Cancer Awareness Month! Rectal Cancer Basics: What is Rectal Cancer? Rectal Cancer Symptoms Colon Cancer at About.com Sean Penn Wants Cynics to Die Of Rectal Cancer originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Monday, March 8th, 2010 at 08:10:14.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: Abou... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3340345 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3340345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3323790&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F01%2Fwhat-are-your-thoughts-about-medicinal-marijuana.htm The use of medicinal marijuana has always been a controversial topic, but when the U.S. Attorney General set forth guidelines urging more states to be more lenient of medicinal users, it has become a hot political topic. Despite it's strong support from the medical oncologic community, some people strongly oppose medicinal marijuana. They claim it is highly addictive and a gateway drug I certainly believe that marijuana is addictive and can be a gateway drug for those who use the drug for recreational use. People with cancer, however, do not use marijuana to get high. The goal is to control the pain, relieve the nausea, and hopefully stimulate the appetite. It is certainly difficult to completely understand the stress, frustration, and decline of the quality of life that people with cancer... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3323790 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3323790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3299562&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F20%2Fsunscreen-basics-2.htm Spring is just around the corner and that means most of us will be spending more time outdoors. Drugstores are already bulking up their tanning and sun protection aisles with numerous sprays, lotions, and oils. While having a large selection is important, it can be downright overwhelming! UVB this and SPF that... throw UVAs in the mix and the confusion begins! Study up on sunscreen basics before you go to the store. This way you will know exactly what product you need, what type of protection you are looking for and hopefully you will be in an out in under 15 minutes!What You Need to Know About Sunscreen: How to Choose the Right Sunscreen How High Should the SPF Be? Commom Sunscreen Mistakes How to Properly Apply Sunscreen Protecting Your Lips Against the Sun: Is Sunscreen Necessary? Sun... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3299562 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:50:42 +0100 3299562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3299561&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F24%2Fmiracle-drug-on-the-horizon-for-melanoma.htm NY Times reporter Amy Harmon has a gripping three-part article appearing in print this week about a new melanoma drug, PLX4032. While new drugs are featured in the media everyday, this one definitely stands out from the rest. Results from early clinical trials are beyond impressive and worth reading about, especially if you or someone you know suffers from melanoma. The article follows patients participating in the clinical trials for PLX4032, as well as the doctors researching the drug. The article gives a unique glimpse into the world of clinical trials with "behind the scenes" access. Check out Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 of Amy Harmon's NY Times article about PLX4032. Miracle Drug on the Horizon for Melanoma? originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 at ... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3299561 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3299561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3299563&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F17%2Fneed-a-pap-smear-but-dont-have-insurance.htm Thanks to federal programs, no woman in the U.S. has to go without having a regular Pap smear. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free or low cost Pap smears to eligible women across the country. Through this program, uninsured and impoverished women can receive Pap smears at local clinics and doctor's offices. Where to Get a Free Pap in Your State More About Pap Smears Your First Pap Smear: What You Need to Know How Often Should You Have a Pap Smear Tips for Accurate Pap Smear Need a Pap Smear, But Don't Have Insurance? originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 at 16:48:58.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3299563 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:48:58 +0100 3299563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3285159&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F12%2Fpregnancy-after-leep-is-there-a-risk.htm One of the most common questions I receive from women with cervical dysplasia is how having a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) may affect their ability to get pregnant and sustain a pregnancy. LEEP is a method frequently used to treat high grade cervical dysplasia. Uncommonly, a LEEP may also be used to treat very early stage cervical cancer and may be used to diagnose the disease. During a LEEP procedure, a wire loop electrode with an electrical current is used to remove abnormal tissue from the cervix. Read About the LEEP Procedure: Pregnancy After LEEP: What You Need To Know What to Expect During a LEEP Have You Gotten Pregnant After Having a LEEP? We want to hear from you! Did the LEEP have any effect on your pregnancy? Share your story here and read other's responses t... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3285159 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3285159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256013&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F09%2Fstudy-drinking-soda-increases-risk-for-pancreatic-cancer.htm According to a new study, drinking a little as two sodas a week can increase your risk of developing pancreatic cancer by 87 percent. The University of Minnesota School of Public Health followed over 60,000 participants and evaluated their dietary intake, to include soda and juice consumption. Their findings show a link between drinking at least two sodas a week increased a person's risk of the disease. Diet sodas and juice did not. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256013 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3256013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3251926&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F07%2Ffacts-about-the-ca-125-test.htm A lot of misconceptions exist about the CA-125 test for ovarian cancer.  The test, in a limited and many times fallible capacity, can detect the disease in some women. It measures the amount of a certain protein in the blood that is sometimes elevated in women with ovarian cancer. Sounds great - right? In some cases, absolutely. In others, not so much. The CA-125 ovarian cancer screening test has the potential to be a an ovarian screening test for at average risk women, but definitely not today. Here's why...Facts About the CA-125 Test originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Sunday, February 7th, 2010 at 08:16:27.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3251926 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3251926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3237012&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F03%2Fsunscreen-101-what-everyone-should-know.htm Spring is just around the corner and that means most of us will be spending more time outdoors. Drugstores are already bulking up their tanning and sun protection aisles with numerous sprays, lotions, and oils. While having a large selection is important, it can be downright overwhelming! UVB this and SPF that... throw UVAs in the mix and the confusion begins! Study up on sunscreen basics before you go to the store. This way you will know exactly what product you need, what type of protection you are looking for and hopefully you will be in an out in under 15 minutes!What You Need to Know About Sunscreen: How to Choose the Right Sunscreen How High Should the SPF Be? Commom Sunscreen Mistakes How to Properly Apply Sunscreen Protecting Your Lips Against the Sun: Is Sunscreen Necessary? Sun... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3237012 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:44:35 +0100 3237012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3237011&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F04%2Fworld-cancer-day-2010.htm February 4th marks World Cancer Day, a day that bring global awareness to the disease. This year's theme is "Cancer Can Be Prevented Too" and focuses on the avoiding the common causes of cancer. This is an increased concentration this year of raising awareness about infections that cause cancer. One of the first cancer causing infection that comes to mind is HPV, which is implicated in the development of cervical cancer and also oral cancer. HPV is a suspected cause of other types of cancer as well and it's role is being researched. HIV and Hepatitis are two other viral infections that can increase your risk of developing cancer. Less common infections like the Epstein-Barr virus, Kaposi sarcoma-associated herpes virus, and Human T-lymphotrophic virus-1. Cancer remains a global leading c... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3237011 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3237011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3195001&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F21%2Fsurvivor-palau-contestant-jennifer-lyon-succumbs-to-breast-cancer.htm Survivor: Palau contest, Jennifer Lyon, has lost her battle with breast cancer. The aspiring actress and photographer died in her Oregon home Tuesday evening. She was 37. Lyon was diagnosed in 2005 with stage 3 breast cancer and immediately underwent a double mastectomy, followed by chemotherapy. She told People magazine that she felt something abnormal in her breast in 2004, but let it go. She chalked it up to scar tissue from breast augmentation. We learn from Jenn how important it is to check your breasts regularly and to report any abnormal findings to your doctor immediately. Do not make assumptions if you find something and certainly don't wait for them to go away or decrease in size.Survivor Contestant Jennifer Lyon Succumbs to Breast Cancer originally appeared on About.com Cancer... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3195001 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:23:27 +0100 3195001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3217879&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F28%2Fwhat-are-your-thoughts-about-medicinal-marijuana.htm The use of medicinal marijuana has always been a controversial topic, but when the U.S. Attorney General set forth guidelines urging more states to be more lenient of medicinal users, it has become a hot political topic. Despite it's strong support from the medical oncologic community, some people strongly oppose medicinal marijuana. They claim it is highly addictive and a gateway drug I certainly believe that marijuana is addictive and can be a gateway drug for those who use the drug for recreational use. People with cancer, however, do not use marijuana to get high. The goal is to control the pain, relieve the nausea, and hopefully stimulate the appetite. It is certainly difficult to completely understand the stress, frustration, and decline of the quality of life that people with cancer... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3217879 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3217879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3195000&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F21%2Fbrain-cancer-not-just-one-tumor-type-but-many.htm A researcher by nature, I get very excited when hear of medical research findings that will one day shape how cancer is treated. Recent findings from the University of North Carolina is a perfect of example of this as they have made a surprising discovery. They found that glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) brain tumors may not just be a single tumor type, but  different subtypes. Four subtypes have been identified and each has their own molecular structure and arise from different cells. What does this mean, you may ask? Different subtypes may respond differently to treatments. In fact, early research in this study has shown different treatment responses by the subtypes. While it hasn't changed how GBM is treated today, it may change how oncologists treat it after further research.Brain Cancer... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3195000 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3195000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3173162&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F14%2Fdexter-star-announces-cancer-diagnosis.htm Dexter star Michael C. Hall announced that he has been diagnosed with cancer and it is now in remission. The 38 year old was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma and undwent treatment at an undisclosed location. In a statement he called his conidtion "treatable and curable".  His diagnosis will not affect the filming of the new season of Dexter. Michael C. Hall is just one of 8500 people that will be diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2009. Most people experience enlarged lymph nodes, night sweats, and fevers as symptoms that prompt them to seek medical attention. Some people may not experience any symptoms, however. Read more about lymphoma.Dexter Star Announces Cancer Diagnosis originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 10:09:06.Permalink | Comment | Emai... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3173162 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3173162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3160719&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F11%2Fbra-colors-and-facebook-status-messages-is-it-spreading-awareness.htm As I scanned through my Facebook friends' status messages this weekend, I noticed a lot of messages containing only a single color as the status. I must have missed the memo, but apparently, the new trend is to post the color of your bra to spread breast cancer awareness. Initially, I thought it was a pretty cool way to spread the word. I began to broadcast my own, when I gave it a good thought, "How much awareness am I really spreading by letting 300 of my closest friends in on the color of my unmentionables?" While it's a fun spin on the chain email, I seriously doubt it is going to push women to get screened for breast cancer. Why don't we post the results of our mammograms, instead of the color of our bras? I would love to see a hundred "Normal" status messages as opposed to "leopard... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3160719 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3160719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3147030&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F06%2F256968.htm The Senate's Health Care Reform Bill now includes a proposed 10 percent tax on tanning salon services, in hopes to curb rising skin cancer rates and to also raise funds for healthcare. The bill replaces the 5 percent proposed tax on elective plastic surgery procedures (loosely called Bo-Tax), which was nixed after it was determined that tan tax would generate almost twice the revenue - about 2.75 billion over 10 years. Salon owners and industry officials say the estimate is inflated and claim the tax will hurt small business owners in the long run. Is a tax on tanning a bad thing? Not the least bit, in my opinion. The fact that exposure to UV rays, including those from artificial sources, like tanning beds greatly increases the likelihood of developing melanoma is not debated - its factua... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3147030 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3147030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3139877&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F04%2Fmaine-may-be-first-state-to-put-cancer-warnings-on-cell-phones.htm To add to the debate that cell phone use causes brain cancer, the state of Maine is considering placing cancer warning on all cell phones -- much like a pack of cigarettes. While no concrete evidence suggests with 100% certainty that cell phone use does cause brain cancer, the state legislature will weigh in on the issue this month. Officially, none of the leading government/public  health agencies like National Cancer Institute or WHO endorse the theory that cell phones cause cancer. To me, it sounds like a tough sell for supporters in Maine, at least until more solid evidence is found. Like Dr. Mehmet Oz explained on Good Morning America last month, thorough research on radio frequency waves takes a long time - about a decade or so - to gather solid information. So, right now the data ... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3139877 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3139877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123767&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F27%2Fneed-a-pap-smear-but-no-insurance.htm Thanks to federal programs, no woman in the U.S. has to go without having a regular Pap smear. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free or low cost Pap smears to eligible women across the country. Through this program, uninsured and impoverished women can receive Pap smears at local clinics and doctor's offices. Where to Get a Free Pap in Your State More About Pap Smears Your First Pap Smear: What You Need to Know How Often Should You Have a Pap Smear Tips for Accurate Pap SmearNeed a Pap Smear, But No Insurance? originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Sunday, December 27th, 2009 at 21:50:00.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123767 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3123767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3102721&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F18%2Fmelanie-griffith-has-skin-cancer-surgery.htm Rumors began to spread yesterday when Hollywood actress Melanie Griffith was out and about, donning a black eye. The actress's spokeswoman dismissed the various rumors by revealing that Ms. Griffith recently underwent surgery to remove early skin cancer. No further detailed were given. While we don't know whether excessive sun exposure or another factor was the cause for Melanie Griffith's skin cancer, her surgery reminds us that we are all vulnerable to the disease. It is so important to remember to apply sunscreen every day - even in the winter months. It may also be tempting to hit the tanning salon during the winter season, but resist the urge! There are fantastic sunless tanning products that will do the same job, without the harmful effects! Skin Cancer Symptoms Skin Cancer P... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3102721 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3102721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3068418&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F08%2Fbryant-gumbel-reveals-cancer-surgery-on-morning-talk-show-today.htm Sportscaster and journalist Bryant Gumbel revealed that he has undergone surgery for lung cancer in a televised interview on Live! With Regis and Kelly this morning. The 61 year old confessed that he had part of his lung removed last month, along with a malignant tumor. He vaguely mentioned having other treatment following the results of the pathology reports, but nothing specific. We wish Bryant the best in his treatment and beyond!Bryant Gumbel Reveals Cancer Surgery on Morning Talk Show Today originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 at 10:54:56.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3068418 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3068418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3064203&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F03%2Fa-low-stress-high-energy-holiday-season-it-is-possible.htm When you have cancer, treatment can leave you exhausted and stressed. Add the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and the end result can be zero energy, stress overload, and possibly even depression! The key to managing the holidays while undergoing treatment is careful planning. These holiday tips for cancer patients can help you to enjoy the holidays, even when going through cancer treatment.This is a must read for anyone with cancer or those with a loved one in treatment. Photo (c) G & A ScholiersA Low Stress, High Energy Holiday Season? It is Possible! originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 at 13:53:22.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3064203 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3064203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3037513&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F24%2Ffacts-about-the-ca-125-test.htm A lot of misconceptions exist about the CA-125 test for ovarian cancer.  The test, in a limited and many times fallible capacity, can detect the disease in some women. It measures the amount of a certain protein in the blood that is sometimes elevated in women with ovarian cancer. Sounds great - right? In some cases, absolutely. In others, not so much. The CA-125 ovarian cancer screening test has the potential to be a an ovarian screening test for at average risk women, but definitely not today. Here's why...Facts About the CA-125 Test originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 at 08:16:27.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3037513 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3037513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3013627&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F20%2Flisten-up-ladies-new-cervical-cancer-screening-guidelines-have-been-released.htm For those at average risk of breast and cervical cancer, it has been a busy week! Last week new, more lenient mammography guidelines were recommended, stirring up controversy among cancer organizations and political cynics. Today, we see changes in cervical cancer screening guidelines, issued by The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG). Like the updated mammography guidelines, ACOG is recommending less Pap smear tests for women of average risk of cervical cancer. Women who have had abnormal cervical screenings should continue to follow their doctors recommendations as the new guidelines only apply to women of average risk. New Guidelines Suggest: Women should have their first period at age 21. Old guidelines recommended women have their first Pap when they become sexu... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3013627 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3013627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2982451&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F11%2Fkareem-abdul-jabar-diagnosed-with-cancer.htm Basketball legend Kareem Abdul Jabbar has revealed that he has battled and managed a cancer diagnosis for almost a year. The 62 year old suffers from Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia, a rare form of the disease. His leukemia is currently in remission. What I find admirable is that while many celebrities choose not to discuss their health in public, Kareem Abdul Jabbar is doing the total opposite. He has become a full fledged advocate for the disease, devoting a Facebook page to it and also Twitters about it regularly. He has discussed in detail his symptoms and treatment in hopes that it may help others seek medical attention if they are experiencing the same. To help spread the word about leukemia, Abdul Jabbar has upped the ante by giving Lakers tix to his 1,000... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982451 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2982451 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2960382&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2Fdennis-hopper-has-prostate-cancer.htm Hollywood actor Dennis Hopper has announced that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The 73 year old screen legend has cancelled his upcoming engagements to concentrate on treatment. He is being treated at the University of Southern California. Sam Maydew, Hopper's manager and the person who announced the diagnosis, did not reveal the star's prognosis, only saying "We're hoping for the best." The American Cancer Society estimates that 192,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. For more information about prostate cancer, please visit About.com's prostate cancer site. Dennis Hopper Has Prostate Cancer originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 10:50:25.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2960382 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2960382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2928357&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F27%2Fandrew-lloyd-webber-diagnosed-with-cancer.htm Legendary composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The 61 year has been admitted to a London hospital to undergo treatment, according to several news reports. Fortunately, the cancer was detected at an early stage, when treatment is usually less aggressive. Prostate Cancer Basics Prostate Cancer Symptoms Andrew Lloyd Webber Diagnosed with Cancer originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 at 08:00:01.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2928357 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:00:01 +0100 2928357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2936175&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F28%2Fmedicinal-marijuana-and-cancer-treatment.htm The use of medicinal marijuana has always been a controversial topic, but when the U.S. Attorney General set forth guidelines urging more states to be more lenient of medicinal users, it has become a hot political topic. Despite it's strong support from the medical oncologic community, some people strongly oppose medicinal marijuana. They claim it is highly addictive and a gateway drug I certainly believe that marijuana is addictive and can be a gateway drug for those who use the drug recreationally. People with cancer, however, do not use marijuana to get high. The goal is to control the pain, relieve the nausea, and hopefully stimulate the appetite.  It is certainly difficult to completely understand the stress, frustration, and decline of the quality of life that people with cancer en... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2936175 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2936175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2928356&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F27%2Fchildhood-cancer-survivors-may-experience-suicidal-thoughts-as-adults.htm A new study claims that adult survivors of childhood cancer experience suicidal ideation at an increased rate, especially if they were experiencing ill mental or physical health. The study, published in the Oct 19 edition of the  Journal of Clinical Oncology, compared 9,126 childhood cancer survivors to 2,968 of their siblings who had not had childhood cancer. 7.8 percent of childhood cancer survivors reported having suicidal thoughts, while only  4.6 percent of the sibling control group having suicidal thoughts. How Does This Affect You? If you are a childhood cancer survivor or know someone who is, it is important to receive follow-up care, as many adult survivors do not receive proper follow-up screenings. These medical evaluations are important, as they can identify and help to re... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2928356 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2928356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2913625&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F21%2Fwhat-people-with-cancer-need-to-know-about-the-h1n1-virus.htm The novel 2009 H1N1 virus, also referred to as the "swine flu," is a major health concern for most people -- especially people with cancer. Many myths exist about the H1N1 virus, but one thing remains true: it can be serious and fatal in those with compromised immune systems. This includes people undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. You should also know that more common strains of seasonal flu can be equally serious in cancer patients who are undergoing these cancer treatments, so taking extra precautions during flu season is highly recommended. Learn more about the novel H1N1 virus and people with cancerWhat People With Cancer Need to Know About the H1N1 Virus originally appeared on About.com Cancer on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 at 10:09:34.Permalink | Comment | Email this ... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2913625 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2913625 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2903524&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F19%2Ffda-approves-gardasil-for-males.htm The FDA has given their approval to expand the use of Gardasil to include males. The vaccine, which provides protection against the human papillomavirus (HPV), is targeted for males ages 9 to 26. It will help prevent two strains of HPV known to cause genital warts in both men and women. The vaccine has not yet been included in the CDC's vaccine schedule for males, but it is likely to be included. Until Gardasil is included in the vaccine schedule, most insurance companies will not likely cover the cost of the vaccine, which is about $360. The good news is that the CDC is expected to meet next week to discuss Gardasil's inclusion, so there shouldn't be too long of a delay in getting males vaccinated. What Parents of Boys Need to Know About the HPV Vaccine FDA Approves Gardasil for Mal... About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2903524 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2903524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2887833&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F13%2Fbefore-you-buy-pink-this-month-2.htm I am all for raising awareness for breast cancer throughout the year, not just in October. But, this month our store displays and aisles turn a little more pink, in... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2887833 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2887833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2883867&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F07%2Fhow-to-get-a-free-pap-smear.htm Thanks to federal programs, no woman in the U.S. has to go without having a regular Pap smear. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free or... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2883867 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2883867 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2866853&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F01%2Fbreast-cancer-pink-ribbon-cookies.htm As you can tell by all things suddenly having a pink hue in stores, it is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month!  During the month,  we aim awareness is raised about... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2866853 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2866853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2839878&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F28%2Ftreatment-approved-for-peripheral-t-cell-lymphoma.htm We hear about new treatments being approved everyday for diseases, but the the approval of a new drug for a rare type of lymphoma is certainly news worth celebrating. The... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2839878 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:24:08 +0100 2839878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2839877&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F29%2Ffilmmaker-pierre-falardeau-dies.htm Canadian filmmaker Pierre Falardeau, best known for his political documentaries, has died of cancer. The 62 year old passed Friday night at a medical center in Montreal. According to the... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2839877 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2839877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2810706&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F20%2Ffacts-about-the-ca-125-test.htm In light of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, I thought it would be fitting to talk about the CA-125 test for ovarian cancer. The test, in a limited and many times... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2810706 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2810706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805481&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F18%2Fmary-travers-of-peter-paul-and-mary-loses-leukemia-battle.htm Mary Travers, the "Mary" of the folk band, Peter, Paul, and Mary has lost her long battle with leukemia. According to several news sources, Travers died September 16th from complications... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805481 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2805481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2801924&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F17%2Fpatrick-swayze-memoir-to-be-released-september-29.htm The Time of My Life, the posthumously published memoir by Patrick Swayze and wife Lisa Niemi, is set to be released September 29. In the book , Patrick talks about... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2801924 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2801924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2794269&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F14%2Fpatrick-swayze-loses-cancer-battle.htm Actor Patrick Swayze has succumbed to his battle with pancreatic cancer. The 57 year old died at home today after fighting cancer for almost two years. The news comes from... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2794269 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:52:57 +0100 2794269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2794268&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F15%2Fdesperate-housewives-actress-diagnosed-with-cancer.htm People.com is reporting that actress, Kathryn Joosten, better known to Desperate Housewives fans as Mrs. McCluskey, has been diagnosed with lung cancer. The 60 year old star was successfully treated... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2794268 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2794268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2783334&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F11%2Fmove-over-gardasil-there-may-be-a-new-hpv-vaccine-in-town.htm An FDA advisory panel has recommended the approval of a new HPV vaccine, Cervarix. Obviously a rival to Merck's Gardasil, Cervarix has been approved in Europe for just about as... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2783334 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:33:16 +0100 2783334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2783333&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F11%2Factress-maura-tierney-to-focus-on-cancer-treatment-no-longer-on-nbc-show.htm Actress Maura Tierney, best known for her role on E.R., was expected to star in the new NBC series Parenthood, however, she has decided to forgo her role to focus... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2783333 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2783333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2779750&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F10%2Fstd-linked-to-prostate-cancer.htm Harvard researchers have discovered that infection with a common sexually transmitted infection, Trichomonas vaginalis, increases a man's risk of developing prostate cancer. What is even more disturbing is that men... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2779750 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2779750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2759468&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F03%2Fformer-manson-family-member-battling-brain-cancer-denied-parole.htm Former Manson family member, Susan Atkins, has been denied parole despite her terminal battle with brain cancer. Atkins was convicted of killing Sharon Tate by repeatedly stabbing the pregnant actress... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2759468 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2759468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2731373&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F26%2Fsenator-ted-kennedy-dies-of-brain-cancer.htm Senator Ted Kennedy has died following his battle with brain cancer, said his family in a statement released early this morning. The 77 year old had been diagnosed last year... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2731373 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2731373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2727945&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fdoes-bernie-madoff-have-pancreatic-cancer.htm I read an interesting article in the NY Post  claiming that Bernie Madoff is dying of pancreatic cancer. The 71 year old professional financial swindler is currently serving time in... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2727945 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2727945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717330&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F20%2Fjon-gosselin-visits-children-with-cancer.htm Jon Gosselin - you either know him from watching Jon and Kate Plus Eight or by reading the headlines of tabloid magazines while standing in line at your supermarket. These... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717330 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2710179&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F18%2Frobert-novak-loses-battle-with-brain-cancer.htm Former CNN Crossfire host, Robert Novak, has died following a year long battle with brain cancer. The 78 year old was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor last year. The... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2710179 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2710179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704496&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F09%2Fwhat-people-with-hivaids-need-to-know-about-cancer-2.htm I once had a dear friend, James, who was infected with HIV. He was bright, funny, and never let his diagnosis get in the way of living! After years of... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704496 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:10:41 +0100 2704496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704495&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F16%2Flit-drummer-allen-shellenberger-succumbs-to-cancer.htm Drummer and founder of the band Lit has lost his battle with brain cancer. The 39 year had been diagnosed with a malignant glioma and underwent several methods of treatment,... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704495 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2704495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704497&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F07%2Fpreparing-to-lose-your-hair-from-chemotherapy.htm Chemotherapy induced hair loss can be emotionally devastating! You never really realize how much your hair means to you until you start to lose it. If you are about to start... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704497 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:51:53 +0100 2704497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2672526&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F08%2F04%2Fpregnancy-after-leep-is-there-a-risk.htm One of the most common questions I receive from women with cervical dysplasia is how having a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) may affect their ability to get pregnant... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2672526 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2672526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2646671&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F07%2F28%2Fdaniel-hauser-update.htm Daniel Hauser, the Minnesota teen who is was court ordered to undergo chemotherapy, will continue having chemotherapy to treat his non-Hodgkin lymphoma. A judge ruled July 27 that the local... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2646671 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2646671 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2617482&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fbeastie-boy-adam-yauch-diagnosed-with-cancer.htm Adam Yauch, commonly known as "MCA", from the Beastie Boys has been diagnosed with salivary gland cancer. The musician announced his diagnosis in this video posted on the Beastie Boys... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2617482 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2617482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603510&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F07%2F15%2Factress-maura-tierney-to-undergo-breast-surgery.htm Maura Tierney, best known for her role on the hit television series E.R., has been diagnosed with a breast tumor and is scheduled to undergo surgery. Rumors about Tierney's health... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603510 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2593647&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F07%2F12%2Freports-kim-jong-il-suffering-from-pancreatic-cancer.htm Several news outlets, including The New York Times, are reporting that Kim Jong-il, is being treated for pancreatic cancer. The 67 year old North Korean leader's health has been... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2593647 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2593647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2553874&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F30%2Fcomedian-fred-travalena-dies-after-battle-with-cancer.htm Comedian Fred Travalena, who was famous for his celebrity impressions, has succumbed to cancer. The 66 year old Vegas performer died Sunday from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma at his Encino, CA home.... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2553874 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:57:10 +0100 2553874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2574017&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F07%2F02%2Fpregnancy-after-leep-is-there-a-risk.htm One of the most common questions I receive from women with cervical dysplasia is how having a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) may affect their ability to get pregnant... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2574017 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2574017 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2553873&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F30%2Fva-doc-admits-giving-wrong-dosage-of-radiation-to-vets.htm The VA doctor who has been accused of administering the incorrect amount of radiation to prostate cancer patients at a VA hospital has publicly admitted his mistake. Dr. Gary Kau,... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2553873 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2553873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2515726&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F25%2Ffarrah-fawcett-dies-at-age-62.htm Hollywood legend Farrah Fawcett has passed away, succumbing to her long battle with anal cancer. She died Thursday morning, according to her publicist. Farrah was diagnosed with anal cancer in... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2515726 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:58:08 +0100 2515726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2515725&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F25%2Fredmond-oneill-will-be-able-to-attend-funeral.htm Son of Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O'Nell, Redmond O'Neill, has been granted permission to attend his mother's funeral (Radaronline.com). Redmond is currently serving a sentence at the L.A. County jail... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2515725 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2515725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2486150&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F24%2Fepa-22m-have-increased-cancer-risk-because-of-where-they-live.htm Toxic air quality in over 600 U.S. counties, puts over 2.2. million people (285 million people to be exact) at an increased risk of cancer, according to the EPA.... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2486150 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:37:56 +0100 2486150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2486149&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F24%2Fdoc-who-treated-her-own-breast-cancer-at-south-pole-dies.htm Jerri Nielsen Fitzgerald, the doctor who diagnosed and treated her own breast cancer at the South Pole has succumbed to the disease. The 57 year old was a fighter at... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2486149 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2486149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2486151&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F23%2Fed-mcmahon-dies-following-battle-with-cancer.htm Entertainer and Tonight Show sidekick, Ed McMahon, has died. McMahon was recently hospitalized for pneumonia and diagnosed with bone cancer in February 2009. No word on the cause of death... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2486151 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:37:41 +0100 2486151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2486152&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F22%2Fjoin-kelly-ripa-to-fight-ovarian-cancer-one-lemonade-glass-at-a-time.htm Talk show host Kelly Ripa has teamed up with Electrolux to fight ovarian cancer by inviting people to open up virtual lemonade stands online! It's a really cool concept of... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2486152 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:12:38 +0100 2486152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2486153&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F22%2Fdid-steve-jobs-have-a-liver-transplant-to-treat-pancreatic-cancer.htm Some medical professionals say yes. Steve Jobs, founder of the Apple brand, reportedly had a liver transplant about two months ago, however the reason for it was not disclosed. Jobs... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2486153 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:23:30 +0100 2486153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2478985&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F16%2Fbrad-pitt-donates-1m-to-open-pediatric-cancer-center.htm As if we needed another reason to love Hollywood heartthrob Brad Pitt! The actor and his family have generously donated 1 million dollars to fund the opening of a children's... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478985 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:42:27 +0100 2478985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2478984&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F16%2Fstudy-shows-men-are-40-more-likely-to-die-of-cancer-than-women.htm Interesting research hails from the U.K.'s National Cancer Intelligence Network: men are 40 percent more likely to die of cancer than their female counterparts. Even more disturbing is that men... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478984 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2478984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2478986&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F07%2Fhaving-gallstones-is-the-greatest-risk-factor-for-gallbladder-cancer.htm Did you know that the most common and greatest risk factors for developing gallbaldder cancer is having gallstones? Gallstones are deposits of calcium or cholesterol that settle in the gallbladder... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478986 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:26:08 +0100 2478986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2459036&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F05%2Fanti-cancer-therapy-for-fido-fda-approves-cancer-drug-for-dogs.htm Man's best friend finally has a cancer drug to call his own. For the first time, the FDA has approved a cancer drug to be used in dogs. Pfizer's Palladia,... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2459036 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:31:58 +0100 2459036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2459035&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F05%2Fman-loses-fingerprints-to-cancer-drug.htm A 62 year old Singapore man, who was trying to enter the U.S., was detained at customs for several hours for an odd reason - he had no fingerprints! Even... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2459035 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2459035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2459037&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F03%2F10-year-old-girl-fighting-breast-cancer.htm I was both saddened and shocked when I read a news story about Hannah Powell-Auslam, a 10 year old girl who is currently battling breast cancer. Hannah was diagnosed with... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2459037 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:43:05 +0100 2459037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2448541&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F02%2Fis-the-ca-125-tumor-marker-test-effective.htm The CA-125 tumor marker test is blood test used to measure levels of certain proteins in the blood that could indicate the presnce of ovarian cancer. While, it is not... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2448541 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:59:11 +0100 2448541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2448540&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F02%2Fchildhood-cancer-survivors-not-following-up-as-adults.htm New research show that only half of adults who received radiation cancer treatment as children follow up with routine screenings like they should. Children who undergo radiation have an increased... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2448540 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2448540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2448542&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F06%2F01%2Ftips-for-cancer-patients-when-planning-for-hurricane-season.htm When hurricane watches and warnings are issued, the public scrambles to prepare for the worst. Cancer patients are no different, yet they must take extra precautions to protect their health.... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2448542 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:52 +0100 2448542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2437224&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F26%2Fdaniel-hauser-returns-home.htm Daniel Hauser and his mother Colleen have voluntarily returned home, after fleeing Minnesota following a court order requiring Daniel to get chemotherapy. The 12 year old suffers from a highly... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2437224 Wed, 20 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2437224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424757&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F19%2Fno-patrick-swayze-is-not-dead-3.htm The Twitter world was in mass hysteria today when word spread that Patrick Swayze had apparently died from pancreatic cancer. Boy, did that rumor spread quickly -- like wildfire! Thankfully,... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424757 Tue, 19 May 2009 23:43:33 +0100 2424757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424758&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F19%2Fjazz-musician-wayman-tisdale-following-battle-with-bone-cancer.htm Jazz bassist Wayman Tisdale died May 15th after a long struggle with bone cancer. The 44 year old former NBA player suffered from osteosarcoma, a common type of bone cancer.... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424758 Tue, 19 May 2009 12:54:55 +0100 2424758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424756&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F20%2Fmom-who-refused-chemo-for-child-is-on-the-run.htm The mother who refused chemotherapy for her 13 year old son with lymphoma has disappeared with her cancer stricken son. According to MSNBC, Colleen Hauser and her son Daniel are... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424756 Tue, 19 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2424756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2417576&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F18%2Fwhen-parents-refuse-chemotherapy-for-their-children.htm A judge in Minneapolis has ruled that a 13 year old boy's parents must abide by doctor's orders -- chemotherapy to treat Hodgkins lymphoma. Daniel Hauser underwent one round of... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2417576 Thu, 14 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2417576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406661&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F13%2Felizabeth-edwards-faces-criticism-with-tell-all-book.htm Elizabeth Edwards' memoir, Resilience: Reflections on the Burdens and Gifts of Facing Life's Adversities, was released just last week and is already the center of the media buzz. The wife... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406661 Wed, 13 May 2009 08:13:45 +0100 2406661 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406660&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F14%2Ffarrah-fawcett-documentary-to-air-tomorrow.htm We have all read about Farrah Fawcett's fight with anal cancer, but for the first time we will all see the star's struggle firsthand. Farrah's Story, the documentary following her... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406660 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2406660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406662&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F07%2Fjack-kemp-succumbs-to-cancer.htm Former professional quarterback turned politician Jack Kemp died Saturday at his Maryland home. The 73 year old prominent Republican had announced his diagnosis with cancer early this year, yet did... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406662 Thu, 07 May 2009 09:30:18 +0100 2406662 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390981&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F06%2Fdavid-cooks-brother-dies-of-cancer.htm The brother of American Idol, David Cook, lost his battle with cancer on May 2, 2009. Adam Cook, 37, suffered from a brain tumor. On May 3, David Cook appeared... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390981 Wed, 06 May 2009 07:57:02 +0100 2390981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390980&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F06%2Fdon-deluise-dies-at-75.htm Legendary comic, Dom Deluise, died May 4, 2009, after a battle with an unknown illness. It has yet to be disclosed what type of disease Deluise succumbed to, but many... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390980 Wed, 06 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2390980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2383163&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F05%2F01%2Fovarian-cancer-isnt-a-silent-killer-it-whispers-its-symptoms.htm Before being diagnosed with ovarian cancer, many women notice vague symptoms, but dismiss them as something else, like menopause or PMS. If these symptoms persist, they cannot be ignored --... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2383163 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2383163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2367331&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F25%2Fgolden-girl-bea-arthur-dies-of-cancer.htm It is never easy for me to blog about someone who has lost their battle with cancer, but today is especially difficult. I am saddened to report that Bea Arthur,... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2367331 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2367331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342637&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F20%2Ffree-head-and-neck-cancer-screening.htm Heads up to those who live in the Baltimore/Washington DC area! Johns Hopkins University is offering free head and neck cancer screenings next week to anyone interested in having one.... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2342637 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2342637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331373&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F10%2Fare-you-paying-too-much-for-your-prescriptions.htm In the uncertain economic times that are among us, every penny has to count. Many Americans are choosing between buying groceries and paying for their prescription medication. It shouldn't be... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331373 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:52:54 +0100 2331373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331372&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F15%2Fhollywood-actress-caught-smoking-after-cancer-treatment-2.htm Actress Christina Applegate was recently photographed smoking just months after having a double mastectomy for breast cancer. In this photo, Applegate is seen puffing it up while strolling down a... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331372 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2331372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303699&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F01%2Ffda-issues-pistachio-warning.htm The FDA has issued a warning to consumers to avoid pistachio nuts -- they may be carrying salmonella, a bacteria responsible for food poisoning. People undergoing cancer treatment must especially... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303699 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:23:44 +0100 2303699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303698&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F04%2F05%2Ffarrah-fawcett-hospitalized.htm People.com is reporting that actress Farrah Fawcett has been hospitalized since Thursday. The 62 year old actress has been battling anal cancer for the past three years. Her cancer was... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303698 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2303698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303700&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F31%2Fnew-kidney-cancer-drug-gets-fda-approval-4.htm Great news for sufferers of kidney cancer -- the FDA has approved a new drug, Afinitor, for people whose kidney cancer has returned following use of other drugs. Afinitor's effectiveness... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303700 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:42:21 +0100 2303700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303701&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F30%2Fshould-boys-be-vaccinated-with-gardasil.htm Concerns Change at the Subject of Boys Being Vaccinated Back in the 2006 when Gardasil was first approved the FDA, one of the main concerns was whether having the shot would... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303701 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:59:23 +0100 2303701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303702&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F29%2Fwin-a-free-colonoscopy-in-nyc.htm I have to admit that I never thought a colonoscopy to have prize worthy status, but the folks at CBS sure do. The television giant is promoting a sweepstakes to... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303702 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:00:10 +0100 2303702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286469&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F22%2Freality-star-succumbs-to-her-to-battle-with-cervical-cancer.htm British reality TV star Jade Goody has died, losing her almost year long battle with cervical cancer. She was diagnosed with the devastating disease in August of 2008. By February... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286469 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2286469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2275862&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F17%2Fdon-imus-announces-prostate-cancer-diagnosis.htm Radio personality Don Imus announced yesterday on his radio show that he has been diagnosed with stage II prostate cancer. The 68 year old controversial talk show host released little... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2275862 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2275862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262224&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F12%2Fexecutive-fakes-cancer-to-avoid-being-fined.htm The lengths people will go to avoid being fined! Howard Richman, a former executive at Biopure Corp., has plead guilting to obstructing justice by pretending to have colon cancer. He... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262224 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2262224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262225&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38298&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F03%2F10%2Fpregnancy-after-leep-is-there-a-risk.htm One of the most common questions I receive from women with cervical dysplasia is how having a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) may affect their ability to get pregnant... (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262225 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:24:31 +0100 2262225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246093&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcervicalcancer%2Fa%2Fcervcancrsympt.htm Cervical cancer symptoms do not usually present themselves until the cancer has spread. There are signs and symptoms of cervical cancer to watch out for though. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246093 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 10:19:32 +0100 2246093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246324&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fgallbladdercancer%2Fa%2Fgallbladdersymp.htm Learn the symptoms of gallbladder cancer. Unfortunately, symptoms of gallbladder cancer do not appear until the disease has progressed. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246324 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246323&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcommonmedicaltests%2Fp%2Fmammogram.htm A mammogram is a tool used to detect abnormal changes in the breast. Learn how a mammogram can detect breast cancer, what to expect during the procedure, and why it is performed. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246323 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246322&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhp1%2Fa%2FHPVfaq.htm Learn more about human papillomavius (HPV), the HPV test, and HPV vaccine in this series if HPV frequently asked questions. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246322 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246322 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246321&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbladdercancer%2Fa%2Fbladder_ca.htm What is bladder cancer? Learn the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of bladder cancer in this in-depth overview. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246321 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246320&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fleukemia%2Fa%2Fdiagnoseleukemi.htm Learn how leukemia is diagnosed. DIagnosing leukemia is done by a number of medical tests and procedures. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246320 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246319&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fradiationtherapy%2Fa%2Fradiation.htm A look into radiation therapy, a method used to treat cancer. Learn what it is, how it works, the costs associated with the therapy, and how it is given. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246319 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246318&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpancreaticcancer%2Fa%2Fwhatpancreatic.htm Explore what pancreatic cancer is and how it affects the pancreas in this simple article. Pancreatic cancer affects 32,000 Americans each year. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246318 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246317&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpancreaticcancer%2Ff%2Fpancreasprevent.htm FAQ looks into preventing pancreating pancreatic cancer. Can pancreatic cancer be prevented? (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246317 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246317 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246316&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fthepapsmear%2Fqt%2Ftipspapsmear.htm A list of simple tips that will aid in getting more accurate pap smear results. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246316 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246315&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancersurgery%2Fp%2Fwedgeresection.htm A look into a wedge resection, a type of lung cancer surgery used to treat lung cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246315 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246314&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fmelanoma%2Fp%2Fmelanomarisks.htm A look into the causes and risk factors for melanoma. Melanoma is the of deadliest form of skin skin. Avoiding the risk factors of melanoma can aid in prevention. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246314 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246313&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fheadandneckcancer%2Fa%2Fsymptoms.htm A look into the signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246313 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246313 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246312&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fprostatecancer%2Ff%2Fwhentogettested.htm When should a man get tested for prostate cancer? This FAq addresses when to have a prostate exam and how often to have one performed. Prostate cancer screening is the best method for early detection. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246312 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246311&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancesymptoms%2Fa%2Fnippledischarge.htm An in-depth look at nipple discharge, which can be a symptom of breast cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246311 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246310&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpreventiontips%2Fqt%2Falcoholcancer.htm Can drinking alcohol cause cancer? Learn how to prevent cacner in regards to drinking alcohol. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246310 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246310 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246309&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fscreeninganddiagnosis%2Ff%2Fpapafterhyster.htm Do women who have had hysterectomies need to continue to have Pap smears? Find the answer here in this article about Pap smears and hysterectomies. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246309 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246308&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancer%2Fa%2FIBCsymtpoms.htm Learn inflammatory breast cancer symptoms. Inflammatory breast cancer may have different symptoms than common breast cancer types. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246308 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246307&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fthyroidcancer%2Ff%2Fthyroidsymptoms.htm Symptoms of thyroid cancer do not usually present themselves until the disease has advanced. However, there are signs and symptoms to look out for when suspecting thyroid cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246307 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246306&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fendoflifeissues%2Fa%2Fhospice.htm Learn about hospice care and how it can help the terminally ill cancer patient. Article provides resources to pay for care as well. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246306 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246305&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancer%2Fss%2Flungcancerguide.htm Learn more about lung cancer in this guide to the symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment of lung cancer. Lung cancer is a common type of cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246305 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246304&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcervicalcance1%2Fa%2Fpapsmearresults_2.htm When you receive you Pap smear results, there are various results you can receive such as unsatifactory, normal, ASCUS. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246304 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246303&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhpv%2Ff%2FleabianHPV.htm This FAQ addressed the concerns of lesbians about the HPV virus. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246303 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246302&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftesticularcancer%2Fa%2Ftesticuloarprev.htm Learn more about testicular cancer prevention. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246302 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246301&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhp1%2Ff%2Fvaccinesideeffe.htm The vaccine for HPV can prevent the tranmission of human papillomavirus. But does it have any side effects? (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246301 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246300&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancer%2Fa%2Finflammatorybre.htm Learn more about inflammatory breast cancer including information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of inflammatory breast cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246300 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246299&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpancreaticcancer%2Fa%2Fpan_can.htm Learn more about pancreatic cancer, including the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of pancreatic cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246299 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246298&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhpv%2Fa%2FHPVdiagnosis.htm Learn how to find out if you have HPV, a virus tranmitted through sexual contact. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246298 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246297&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhp1%2Ff%2Fhpvvaccinecost.htm A look into the cost of getting the HPV vaccine and how to pay for it. The HPV vaccine is recommended for young women between the ages of 9-26. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246297 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246297 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246296&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancer%2Fp%2Fkomen3day.htm Want to know more about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day fundraiser? Here is essential information. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246296 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246295&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fleukemia%2Fa%2Fleukemia_hub.htm What is leukemia? Learn more about the different types of leukemia and the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of the disease. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246295 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246294&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fnewlydiagnosed%2Ff%2Fcancerremission.htm A look into the definition of the word remission, realting to cancer. Remission is commonly thought to be as cured, however it is not the case. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246294 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246293&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fskincancermelanoma%2Fa%2Ffreescreening.htm A llok into how to get a free skin cancer screening if you need one. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246293 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246292&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fhpv%2Fa%2FHPVpregnancy.htm Facts about how HPV can affect pregnancy and the birth of a baby. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246292 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246291&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fthyroidcancer%2Fa%2Fthyroidoverview_4.htm A look into the tests used to diagnose thyroid cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246291 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246290&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fovariancancer%2Fa%2Fovarian_ca.htm Explore the basics of ovarian cancer in this in-depth feature about vital ovarian cancer topics like the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of ovarian cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246290 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246289&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fthyroidcancer%2Fa%2Fthyroidsymptoms.htm This article explores thyroid cancer symptoms that are commonly experienced. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246289 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246288&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancer%2Ftp%2Fpreventbreast.htm A look into how to reduce your risk for breast cancer and steps to take in preventing breast cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246288 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246287&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flymphoma%2Fa%2Flymphomatypes.htm Learm more about the different types of lymphoma. The main types of lymphoma are Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246287 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246286&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fprostatecancer%2Ff%2Fprostateexamtim.htm The prosate exam, medically know as a digital rectal exam, causes fear for many men. This FAQ addresses how long it takes for a prostate exam. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246286 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246285&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fprostatecancer%2Fp%2FDRErectalexam.htm A digital rectal exam (DRE) is a screening tool for prostate cancer. It is also known as a prostate exam. In this profile, we will learn what goes on during the test. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246285 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246284&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fendometrialcancer%2Fa%2Fendometriel.htm Learn more about endometrial cancer, a type of cancer that develops in the lining of the uterus. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246284 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246283&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcancercausesfaq%2Ff%2Ffreezingwaterbo.htm A look into the email chain that states that drinking water from frozen water bottles can cause cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246283 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246282&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcancerprevention%2Fa%2Fredwine.htm A look into whether drinking red wine can prevent cancer. Red wine is often thought to be a cancer prevention method. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246282 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246281&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fleukemia%2Fa%2Fleukemiaprevent.htm Learn the facts about leukemia prevention. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246281 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246280&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fscreeninganddiagnosis%2Fa%2Ffreepapsmear.htm Many states have a free or low cost cervical cancer screening programs. Learn what states offer free or low cost pap smears and who to contact for each state. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246280 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246279&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Futerinecancer%2Fa%2Futerine_cancer.htm What is uterine cancer? Learn more about cancer of the uterus in this in-depth overview that feature information on the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of uterine cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246279 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246278&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fprostatecancer%2Fa%2Frisksandcauses.htm Prostate cancer risk factors should be a concern for every man, as all men are risk for developing prostate cancer. This resource discusses the risks and causes of the disease. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246278 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246277&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftesticularcancer%2Fht%2Ftesticularexam.htm Learning how to perform a testicular self exam can help detect testicular cancer at its early stages. This simple guide will teach you how to perform a testicular self exam, what to look for, and how often to to do the exam. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246277 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2246276&cid=s_38298_6_f&fid=38299&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fbreastcancer%2Fa%2Fbreast_cancer.htm Explore the basics of breast cancer in this in-depth feature about vital breast cancer topics like the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of breast cancer. (Source: About.com Cancer) About.com Cancer consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2246276 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2246276