Oncology News
Advances in understanding inherited predispositions to certain cancers are enabling people to obtain testing for the mutations and, if found positive, to take steps to reduce their risk of developing the malignancy. Read more »
Sigmoidoscopy effective as colorectal cancer screening
Researchers found overall colorectal cancer mortality was reduced by 26% and incidence by 21% as a result of screening with sigmoidoscopy. Read more »
Study: APRNs bring palliative care to oncology units
A consultative visit between a nurse practitioner and a metastatic cancer patient goes a long way toward improving the patient’s emotional and mental well-being. Read more »
More Oncology News
CDC calls for hepatitis C testing for baby boomers
One in 30 baby boomers has been infected with hepatitis C, and most do not know they have been infected, according to the CDC. Read more »
Younger people don’t minimize skin cancer risk
A study of people ages 18 to 29 found that 50% reported at least one sunburn in the past year. Read more »
Study: Screening rates affect racial disparity in CRC
Differences in screening account for more than 40% of the racial disparity in colorectal cancer incidence and nearly 20% of the disparity in colorectal cancer mortality. Read more »
Prostate cancer screening common despite guidelines
Despite recommendations against testing for prostate cancer in men ages 75 years and older, almost half of men in that age group continue to get screening tests. Read more »
Dietary supplements may not protect against cancer
Government regulators and the scientific community should work to make sure they give clear guidance to the public about dietary supplements and cancer risk. Read more »
Healthy lifestyle improves cancer survivors’ prognoses
For many cancers, maintaining a healthy weight, getting adequate physical activity and eating a healthy diet can reduce the chance of recurrence. Read more »
