Patients who are being treated for metastatic colon cancer should have testing to screen for gene mutations, according to a recent study. Biotechnology company Amgen, Inc. released a statement this month detailing their study into the treatment of metastatic colon cancer with Vectibex, a drug they manufacture. In the study, researchers treated patients who had [...]
Post updated March 17, 2011 Computed tomography, also known as a CT or CAT scan, is one of the most common forms of diagnostic imaging. The scans are used to diagnose or monitor a wide range of medical illnesses including cancer and many heart conditions. It is not uncommon that cancer survivors get CT scans [...]
Research is providing insight into a new screening tool not only for colon cancer but also for gastrointestinal cancers above the colon. According to a report on MedicineNet.com, Dr. David Ahlquist has been researching a stool based DNA test at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota. Ahlquist maintains that screening for DNA in the stool [...]
CBS News reported last week that an analysis of data released by the American Cancer Society reveals a “large disparity in funding for different types of cancer.” The report goes on to say that cancers of the cervix and breast receive the most federal funds. “One reason for the disparity, says the report, is that [...]
In an effort to improve colon cancer awareness and education, Rush Health Associates in Chicago has developed an online Colon Cancer Screening Tool. The online survey evaluates key factors such as lifestyle habits and family history to provide an immediate assessment and recommendation for screening. The screening tool is anonymous, easy to use and takes [...]
At least 50% of the Western population develops a colorectal tumor by the age of 70, and about 1 in 10 of these individuals, progress to malignancy. As a result, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States and first when smoking-related cancers are excluded (1).
Colorectal cancer advocates from around the country joined together tonight for three days of trainings and strategizing that will culminate in meetings with their Members of Congress on Capitol Hill. Advocates from every corner of the country traveled to Washington, DC, in support of legislation that will create a National Colorectal Cancer Screening Program – [...]
A recent study conducted by the National Institutes of Health found that older adults who get higher levels of calcium through food or supplements have a lower risk of colorectal cancer. WebMD Health News reports that participants in the study who indicated that they had a calcium rich diet showed a decreased risk for all [...]
At least one in 10 colon-cancer cases might be attributed to a previously unknown genetic predisposition to the disease, according to new research led by scientists at Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center. It's the first study to link this particular gene -- transforming growth factor beta receptor 1 -- to colorectal cancer, and it might help doctors and geneticists find out who is most likely to develop the disease.
