Cate Douglass
Articles
Higher Breast Density Found in Women Who Received Hormonal Fertility Treatment
June 03, 2016
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Women with a history of infertility, and have undergone hormonal fertility treatment have denser breast tissue, which may increase their risk of developing breast cancer, according to a study published in the journal Breast Cancer Research.
Disparities Found in HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Treatment in Older Women
June 02, 2016
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Despite the proven effectiveness of a targeted drug for HER2-positive breast cancer, older women, especially black women, are still receiving it at low rates, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Shorter, Intensive Radiation Regimen Effective and Tolerable in Early-Stage Prostate Cancer
May 31, 2016
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Researchers have discovered that shorter, more intensive radiation treatment for patients in the early stages of prostate cancer can be performed without compromising cancer control.
Three Prognostic Factors Found Predictive of Radiation Benefit for DCIS
April 07, 2016
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A team of researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has discovered a set of 3 measurable risk factors that can help predict the magnitude of survival benefit offered by radiation therapy following breast-conserving surgery for ductal carcinoma in situ.
Study Finds Relationship Between Glycemic Index and Lung Cancer Risk
March 30, 2016
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Research has identified a correlation between a diet with a high glycemic index and an increased risk of developing lung cancer in non-Hispanic whites.
Symptom Burden Higher in Newly Diagnosed Patients Reporting Financial Strain
March 25, 2016
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A study published by researchers at the Dana Farber-Cancer Institute recently discovered that financial status plays a large role in the level of symptom burden and quality of life for patients newly diagnosed with lung or colorectal cancer.
Neurofeedback Relieves Pain of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
March 19, 2016
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A majority of patients with cancer who undergo chemotherapy experience neuropathy as result of the treatment, and a new study conducted by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center suggests that neurofeedback can reduce the pain associated with the condition and improve quality of life.