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Tears and laughter at annual Relay for Life
Julie Elkins cried only twice during her 11-year battle with breast cancer. The first time was while walking out of a clinic with the words, "You have cancer" ringing in her ears. The second was when her husband shaved her head. The Costa Mesa...
Tags: Biotechnology, Health Treatments, Lady Gaga, Medical Procedures and Tests, Relay for Life
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Howard Rogo dies at 84; original Simi Valley City Council member
Howard Rogo, who served as one of Simi Valley’s first council members after the city incorporated in 1969, has died. He was 84. Rogo died May 29 of colon cancer in the Sun City Palm Desert Senior community, his friend Court Baird, who ran... -
More employees stand up for their workplace health
The Kansas City StarThere's a button under Jeff Schwarz's desk that he can push if someone absolutely has to have a sit-down meeting in his office. He taps the button, his desktop lowers, and he pulls his chair from its spot in the corner. But it doesn't happen often....Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Weight, Labor Legislation, Diabetes, Health and Safety at Work
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'Road Warrior' now battling cancer
Cancer crashed into Brian Thomas' life through his stomach. For a healthy guy, often described as the Hulk, this was unexpected. Thomas, 34, is a runner, a surfer, an ex-bouncer and a weight trainer. Now he's a science teacher and a track coach. Last...
Tags: Health Treatments, Skin Cancer, Chemotherapy, Teachers, Students
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Examining which cancer screenings you may not need
Early detection of cancer is the best chance of cure, right? Maybe not. A growing body of counterintuitive evidence suggests that some cancer-screening tests — including those for breast, prostate, colon, lung and cervical cancer — may be...
Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, Mammogram, Health Organizations, American Cancer Society, Diseases and Illnesses
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Run for the Dream Half Marathon participant uses races to raise money for cancer research
Briana Kirby first started running as a hobby. But, after losing her mother to colon cancer in August 2012, Kirby is finding that running is allowing her to share her mother's story and raise money for cancer research. Kirby, an Old Dominion alum,...Tags: Breast Cancer, Health Treatments, Road Running, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Running
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Merck KGaA's Erbitux beats Avastin in bowel cancer trial
ReutersFRANKFURT, June 1 (Reuters) - Merck KGaA's cancer drug Erbitux was shown to be more effective at prolonging the lives of bowel cancer patients than Roche's Avastin, Merck said. In a drug trial, the two drugs were each given in combination with Folfiri...Tags: Health Treatments, Biotechnology, Bevacizumab (drug), Merck & Company Incorporated, Lilly Eli & Co
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With community's help, Lorson continues his fight against cancer
Daily American Staff WriterNick Lorson is still optimistic despite almost three years of cancer treatment. "You have to stay upbeat," he said in a telephone interview. "I do so mainly by staying active in the community. I'm doing well but still catching up from the past three...Tags: Biotechnology, Health Treatments, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Walmart, Spinal Disc Herniation
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Springfield's Drew Lewis loses battle with cancer
mpettit@kspr.com; lpozen@kspr.comAndrew Lewis, born July 26, 1967 died today, at home, surrounded by dear friends and family. Drew’s battle against colon cancer brought local attention to the importance of early detection. The Springfield man who's battle with colon cancer inspired... -
Cancer Institute provides new aid to locals
Staff WriterBRAWLEY — Local residents suffering from cancer no longer have to travel far for treatment, as the Cancer Institute at the Pioneers Memorial Hospital has begun accepting patients. The state-of-the-art center provides a full range of medical...Tags: Breast Cancer, Health Treatments, Medical Specialization, Hospitals and Clinics, Lung Cancer
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What is a BRCA mutation?
BRCA1 and BRCA2 stand for breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 and breast cancer susceptibility gene 2. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes that are part of a class known as tumor suppressors, according to the National Cancer Institute. BRCA genes are found in males...Tags: Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Skin Cancer, Health Organizations, Pancreatic Cancer
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With nightmare illness, bride finds her dream wedding
The Monitor, McAllen, TexasDearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony... When Jessica Azua, 19, met 24-year-old Tomas Carrasco two years ago, Jessica said they connected instantly. Carrasco, a Marine Corps veteran, had just...Tags: Health Treatments, Ovarian Cancer, Family, Urinary Tract Infection, Diseases and Illnesses
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