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Colorectal Cancer
Resolve to make change for the better in 2006 29 Jan 2006
Guideline: All adults over age 50 should be screened for colorectal cancer. Only 45 percent of residents over age 50 have been screened ...
- Battle Creek Enquirer,
Pill ’could lead to longer lives’ 29 Jan 2006
Despite this knowledge, more than half the Americans over age 50 do not get tested for colorectal cancer, the ACS experts said. ...
- Online - International News Network,
Benoit, Sample join colon cancer awareness campaign 29 Jan 2006
Colorectal cancer, commonly referred to as colon cancer, is the second most common cancer in both men and women, and it is the second-leading cause of cancer ...
- VillageSoup Belfast,
Cancer in village raises water fears 29 Jan 2006
Wang Yufeng, for example, has colorectal cancer, but has decided not to undergo the recommended surgery because one of her neighbours died as a result of the ...
- Bangkok Post,
‘Painless’ colonoscopies draw HMO ire 29 Jan 2006
Few tests are considered as potentially life saving as colonoscopies. Removing polyps found in an exam prevents colorectal cancer from ever starting. ...
- Fort Wayne Journal Gazette,
Three rowers qualify for world indoor championships at Ergomania 29 Jan 2006
...started rowing at age 46 as a part of a Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center study to assess the impact of aerobic activity on colorectal cancer prevention. ...
- row2k.com
Center's chamber offers hope for healing wounds that resist other ... 29 Jan 2006
Farrington, originally from St. Louis but now a full-time Naples resident, was diagnosed 4 ½ years ago with colorectal cancer. ...
- Naples Daily News (subscription),
Help fight cancer by placing daffodil orders today Jan 26, 2006
...service programs. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and colorectal cancer can be preventable through screening. Contact ...
- Norton Mirror,
Safety First: Take steps against colorectal cancer Jan 22, 2006
It is for this reason that this column is devoted to the screening for colorectal cancer and the procedure known as a colonoscopy. ...
- Green Bay Press Gazette,
Diabetics may have higher colorectal cancer risk: study Jan 19, 2006
SINGAPORE : If you have diabetes, your chances of developing colorectal cancer could be about 50 percent higher than those who do not have the illness. ...
- Channel News Asia,
Novel Feces Analysis May Help Detect Colorectal Cancer Jan 19, 2006
Health) - A new method of isolating colonocytes from naturally evacuated feces may form the basis for early detection of colorectal cancer, according to ...
- Cancerpage.com,
Xanthus initiates trial in metastatic colorectal cancer Jan 18, 2006
...has begun dosing patients in a phase II clinical trial with its investigational drug Symadex in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who relapsed ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
Quick Study: Colorectal cancer Jan 22, 2006
...widely acclaimed for their ability to lower cholesterol and protect against heart disease and being tested for possible benefits against colorectal cancer? ...
- Evansville Courier & Press (subscription),
Cholesterol-lowering Drugs Not Associated With Reduced Colorectal ... Jan 5, 2006
Use of cholesterol reducing drugs is not associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer, according to a study in the January 4 issue of the Journal of the ...
- Science Daily (press release)
New Screening Combo May Improve Colorectal Cancer Testing Jan 5, 2006
...a simple immunochemical fecal occult blood test (FOBT), in combination with the traditional guaiac FOBT, can more accurately detect colorectal cancer and may ...
- Forbes
No Link Found Between Cholesterol Lowering Drugs and Colorectal ... Jan 3, 2006
...new American Cancer Society study finds no evidence that the cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins strongly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, the third ...
- BlackHillsPortal.com,
Coastal Monmouth Support Groups Jan 28, 2006
COLORECTAL CANCER GROUP: Patients and family of those dealing with colorectal cancer meet as part of the Patricia Burton High Risk Colorectal Cancer program. ...
- Asbury Park Press,
Statins don't prevent colorectal cancer Jan 3, 2006
..."Our results do not support the hypothesis that statins, as a class of drugs, strongly reduce risk of colorectal cancer," the researcher said.
- United Press International
Bremer Bank to occupy former A & W Jan 27, 2006
The Dakota Medical Foundation has awarded North Dakota State University a $5,390 grant to help fund a colorectal cancer prevention and screening program. ...
- In-Forum (subscription),
Statins not associated with reduced colorectal cancer risk Jan 8, 2006
Use of cholesterol reducing drugs is not associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer, according to a study in the Journal of the National Cancer ...
- News-Medical.net,
Diet study finds white meats may protect against colon cancer Jan 26, 2006
According to the National Cancer Institute and US National Institutes of Health, Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of non-skin cancer in men ...
- Newstarget.com,
Long-term Use of Aspirin and Risk of Colorectal Cancer—Reply Dec 29, 2005
In Reply: Dr Vachon suggests that possible differences in socioeconomic status or race might explain a reduced risk of colorectal cancer among aspirin users. ...
- Journal of American Medical Association (subscription),
Long-term Use of Aspirin and Risk of Colorectal Cancer Dec 29, 2005
To the Editor: In their study on aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and the risk of colorectal cancer, Dr Chan and colleagues 1 conclude that ...
- Journal of American Medical Association (subscription),
Study Examines IGF1 Gene, HNPCC, And Colorectal Cancer Risk Jan 20, 2006
...has shown that having a low number of specific sequences of the IGF1 gene called CA-repeats is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer in people ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Early Immune Signs Predict Survival in Colorectal Cancer Dec 30, 2005
...spread within a patient’s surgically removed cancer specimen is associated with significantly improved cancer-free and overall survival in colorectal cancer. ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
NDP Health Critic Dave Wilson Calls for Regular Colorectal Cancer ... Jan 10, 2006
...of Health, Angus MacIsaac, to ask that the Department adopt recommendations that those between the ages of 50-74 are screened for colorectal cancer at least ...
- Halifax Live,
Colorectal cancer abounds in Taipei City (updated 12:00 am) Jan 8, 2006
...director said yesterday. Dr. Chen Mei-ju said the incidence of colorectal cancer among Chinese in Taiwan is very high. "It has the ...
- China Post,
Folate, Vitamin B6 Counteract Colorectal Cancer Jan 11, 2006
BOSTON--Higher dietary intake of folate and vitamin B6 may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer in women, according to a study published in the American ...
- Natural Products Industry Insider,
New screening combo may improve colorectal cancer testing Jan 10, 2006
...immunochemical fecal occult blood test, in combination with the traditional guaiac fecal blood test, can more accurately detect colorectal cancer and may ...
- Asbury Park Press,
Colorectal Cancer Screening Jan 8, 2006
...(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Adding a second, more detailed test to the standard fecal occult blood test (FOBT) that screens for colon cancer can cut down on false ...
- Ivanhoe,
Ask Dr. H Jan 27, 2006
You are at increased risk of colorectal cancer because you fit the criteria for hereditary non-polyposis (ie no polyp) colorectal cancer (HNPCC) syndrome: 1 ...
- Fort Wayne News Sentinel,
Physical Inactivity, Central Obesity Worsen Survival of Colorectal ... Dec 28, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Dec 28 - Physical inactivity and central obesity prior to a diagnosis of colorectal cancer are associated with poorer survival ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Don’t feed cancer with weighty habits Jan 24, 2006
I lost at least that amount after having colorectal cancer surgery last year, and then allowed those little fat cells to gather in me once again. ...
- White Rock Peace Arch News,
Fighting cancer with the help from plants Jan 26, 2006
The Western Blot showed that the plant-derived antibodies had similar specific binding activity on colorectal cancer cells compared to conventional monoclonal ...
- Checkbiotech.org (press release),
The Fiber-Colon Cancer Connection - Media Keeps Getting It Wrong Jan 13, 2006
...reports with their own pronouncement "Harvard researchers burst a lot of bubbles by reporting that dietary fiber doesn't reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.". ...
- Benicia News,
Screening tests for men Jan 26, 2006
Why? Colorectal cancer rates as the number five cancer affecting South African men. If detected early, colon cancer is very treatable. ...
- Health24.com,
Earnings Recap: Medical Products Jan 26, 2006
...said in an interview some investors had been hoping to see preliminary data showing how Amgen's Panitumumab treated advanced spreading colorectal cancer as a ...
- MSN Money
Study Suggests Connection between Diabetes and Increased Risk of ... Jan 22, 2006
...inthe Journal of the National cancer Institute claims to have found an association between diabetes and an elevated risk of developing colorectal cancer. ...
- Newsinferno.com,
Dietary Acrylamide Not Linked to Colorectal Cancer in Women Jan 5, 2006
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Jan 05 - Dietary intake of acrylamide does not appear to be associated with colorectal cancer in women, according to the findings of ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Amgen's Fourth Quarter 2005 Adjusted Earnings Per Share Increased ... Jan 26, 2006
...during the fourth quarter, we received positive data from a pivotal trial with panitumumab, which could potentially advance the treatment of colorectal cancer. ...
- Biotech Intelligence (press release),
Hysterectomy vs. cancer? Jan 21, 2006
If you're a woman who's been diagnosed with Lynch syndrome, also known as hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer, a new study has found that having your ...
- Health24.com,
Hybrid Imaging, Part 1: Daybreak for a New Radiology Jan 25, 2006
...small lesions. The additional diagnostic benefit of IV contrast in PET/CT was reported in patients with colorectal cancer. [3] In ...
- Medscape (subscription)
High intake of dietary fiber not linked to reduced risk of ... Jan 14, 2006
In an analysis combining data from 13 studies, high intake of dietary fiber was not associated with reduced risk of colorectal cancer. ...
- Xagena.it,
Cancer protection from statins questioned Jan 5, 2006
...collected from 132,136 men and women in the Cancer Prevention Study II Nutrition Cohort to see if there was any link between the drugs and colorectal cancer. ...
- Cancerfacts.com,
Statins and Cancer Prevention: Questions and Answers Jan 4, 2006
5. Is the National Cancer Institute (NCI) supporting research testing whether statins might prevent colorectal cancer? NCI's Cancer ...
- Food Consumer,
Study Examines The Association Between Diabetes Mellitus And Risk ... Jan 20, 2006
People with diabetes may have a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to a new study. Diets high in fat, energy ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Prophylactic Surgery Reduces Gynecologic Cancer Risk in Women with ... Jan 19, 2006
Lynch Syndrome, also known as hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), results from inherited mutations in genes involved in DNA mismatch repair.[1 ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Crohn’s Disease Increases Risk of Intestinal Cancer Jan 4, 2006
According to a combined analysis of six studies, individuals with Crohn’s disease have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer and small intestine ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Omega-3 Flounders as Cancer Protection Jan 25, 2006
Similarly, only one study showed a significant association between omega-3 and reduced risk of colorectal cancer (RR, 0.49; 95% CI, 0.27-0.89), whereas 17 ...
- CNN
Street Unsure of ImClone Sale Jan 25, 2006
...of ImClone, and receives 61 percent of the revenue for cancer drug Erbitux, which is prescribed to patients with a certain type of aggressive colorectal cancer ...
- Red Herring,
Medical center to hold lecture on cancer Jan 18, 2006
LONG BRANCH: Monmouth Medical Center is offering a free lecture, "Reducing Colorectal Cancer Risks," at 6 pm Thursday at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa. ...
- Asbury Park Press,
Science Roundup Jan. 26th, 2006 Jan 26, 2006
Similarly, nine studies looked into omega-3s and colorectal cancer, seven investigated prostate cancer, three examined lung cancer and two each looked at ...
- Blogcritics.org,
Study finds insufficient evidence for omega-3/cancer link Jan 25, 2006
Three studies showed decreased risk of breast cancer with omega-3 consumption, one for colorectal cancer, one for lung cancer and one for prostate cancer. ...
- NutraIngredients-usa.com,
SUPPORT GROUPS Jan 25, 2006
Colorectal cancer support -- First Wednesdays monthly, 4-6 pm, The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. Support ...
- Pleasant Hill/Martinez Record,
Grains and fruits and nutsof wisdom Jan 24, 2006
But now that the latest research casts doubt on the connection between fiber and colorectal cancer, is it time to bring on the spongy white bread and thick ...
- San Diego Union Tribune,
McMaster set to skate with UHL Jan 25, 2006
McMaster has raised colorectal cancer awareness -- since she was diagnosed with stage II colon cancer at age 23 in 1999 -- by in-line skating from Glens Falls ...
- Glens Falls Post-Star,
Game benefits Corning resident Jan 26, 2006
Officer of the Year award. Utterback suffers from colorectal cancer mestastized to the brain. Recently, his doctors tried experimental ...
- Red Bluff Daily News,
Celebrating life before death Jan 26, 2006
...to have a colonoscopy as part of their routine medical care; health officials say turning 50 is a good milestone for the colorectal cancer screening procedure ...
- Boston Globe,
SIXTH ANNUAL REPORT: FUTURE BLOCKBUSTERS Dec 30, 2005
...and Onyx Pharmaceuticals Inc.; J&J’s paliperidone extended-release drug for schizophrenia; panitumumab, a metastatic colorectal cancer drug from Amgen Inc ...
- Med Ad News (subscription),
ImClone Considers Selling Itself as It Replaces Its Chief Again Jan 24, 2006
...linked to the Martha Stewart conviction, is considering putting itself up for sale as competition looms for its only product, the colorectal cancer drug Erbitux ...
- New York Times,
High-Magnification Chromoscopic Colonoscopy: Caution Needs to Be ... Jan 20, 2006
...that flat adenomas that are 6 mm or greater in diameter are uncommon in a typical Western population undergoing screening for colorectal cancer and that ...
- Am J Roentgenology (subscription)
ImClone Considering Sale; Erbitux Growth Continues Jan 24, 2006
...as $6 in 2002 amid an SEC investigation, ran in the mid-$80s in the summer of 2004, shortly after Erbitux received FDA approval for third-line colorectal cancer ...
- BioWorld Online (subscription),
Omega-3 Fatty Acid Consumption May Not Reduce Cancer Risk Jan 26, 2006
Significant associations between omega-3 fatty acid consumption and cancer risk were reported for breast cancer in 4 studies; for colorectal cancer in 1; for ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
IDM Pharma CFO Plans to Step Down Jan 27, 2006
Three products are in Phase II clinical trials in bladder cancer, melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer, and one is in Phase I in colorectal cancer. ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Xanthus Initiates Phase 2 Clinical Trial with Symadex in Patients ... Jan 17, 2006
...announced that it has begun dosing patients in a Phase 2 clinical trial with Symadex™ (C-1311) in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who relapsed ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
EXACT Sciences Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End ... Jan 19, 2006
PreGen-Plus is used for screening for colorectal cancer in the average-risk population. Colorectal cancer, which is the most deadly ...
- Genetic Engineering News,
B-MS sales dip in Q4 on Pravachol competition Jan 26, 2006
Other products offsetting the impact of generic competition were colorectal cancer drug Erbitux (cetuximab), Reyataz (atazanavir) for HIV, and the ...
- Pharma Times (subscription),
Amgen slumps despite robust Q4 figures Jan 27, 2006
But investors seemed particularly worried about a decision to delay reporting interim clinical data on panitumumab, a drug for colorectal cancer that will ...
- Pharma Times (subscription),
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company Reports Financial Results for the ... Jan 25, 2006
Sales of ERBITUX(R), used to treat refractory metastatic colorectal cancer, which is sold almost exclusively in the United States, increased 38% to $121 ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Colon cancer test is promising Jan 1, 2006
But a blood test developed by researchers at Epigenomics in Seattle has the potential to help doctors spot colorectal cancer sooner -- before symptoms appear ...
- Indianapolis Star,
EXACT Sciences Announces Results of Research Study Showing ... Jan 10, 2006
Corporation (NASDAQ: EXAS) today announced that improvements to its technology demonstrated sensitivity in excess of 80% for detecting colorectal cancer in a ...
- Genetic Engineering News,
Immunicon to Review Scientific Publications and Highlights of 2005 Jan 17, 2006
Colorectal Cancer * Data from an interim analysis from our multi-center prospective study in metastatic colorectal cancer patients was sufficiently promising ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
Kidnapped: Colon Cancer Seizes Hapless Nerve Growth Protein Jan 19, 2006
That's where Avri Ben-Ze'ev and colleagues at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel and elsewhere found an unlikely hostage to colorectal cancer in L1, a ...
- Science Daily (press release)
Xanthus: more hurdles to clear for Symadex Jan 17, 2006
Xanthus Life Sciences has begun dosing patients in a phase II trial of Symadex in recurrent colorectal cancer. While this is clearly ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
Studies: Cholesterol drugs don't lower cancer risk Jan 3, 2006
...in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, found that cholesterol-lowering drugs, including statins, were of no benefit for preventing colorectal cancer. ...
- Chicago Sun-Times,
Obesity linked to poor colon cancer survival Dec 28, 2005
People who are obese around the middle and are physically inactive have poor odds of survival after a diagnosis of colorectal cancer, according to a new report ...
- ABC News
Reports Emphasize Importance of Relatively Large Doses of Vitamin ... Jan 9, 2006
...study by these same researchers suggested that intake of 1000 IU/day of vitamin D was associated with a 50% lower incidence of colorectal cancer compared to ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Vitamin D: Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet Dec 29, 2005
J. Nutr 2002;132:3802S-3S. Martinez ME and Willett W C. Calcium, vitamin D, and colorectal cancer: a review of the epidemiologic evidence. Cancer Epidemiol. ...
- Food Consumer,
ImClone Replaces Chief Executive, to Consider Sale (Update3) Jan 24, 2006
...said. Erbitux, introduced in the US in February 2004, is approved for use in colorectal cancer in 47 countries, ImClone said. An ...
- Bloomberg
ImClone Systems may put itself up for sale Jan 24, 2006
...conference call. Erbitux is currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of colorectal cancer. An FDA ...
- BusinessWeek
High White Cell Counts Signal Cancer Death Risk Jan 24, 2006
...chronic inflammatory conditions associated with the development of malignant disease (eg, chronic inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer), and the ...
- CNN
Novel feces analysis may help detect colon cancer Jan 19, 2006
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new method of isolating colon cells from naturally passed feces may lead to a way to detect colorectal cancer early, according to ...
- Reuters
Will The Dreaded Colonoscopy Be a Thing of the Past? – Finally Jan 10, 2006
MA -- Exact Sciences Corporation announces that improvements to its technology demonstrated sensitivity in excess of 80% for detecting colorectal cancer in a ...
- Fitcommerce
Fifth Study in Two Weeks Links Obesity to Yet Another Life ... Jan 4, 2006
3. COLORECTAL CANCER SURVIVAL – Researchers from Monash Medical School in Melbourne have found that p eople who are obese around the middle and are ...
- Newsinferno.com,
American researchers in drug dilemma Jan 5, 2006
Researchers studied the link between cholesterol lowering medicine and Colorectal Cancer cases in more than 1,32,000 men and women. ...
- CNN-IBN,
Statin drugs may not fight cancer Jan 3, 2006
A separate study that examined colorectal cancer alone also found the cholesterol drugs had no effect in preventing that form of cancer. ...
- Miami Herald,
Cholesterol Drugs Don't Prevent Colon Cancer Jan 3, 2006
3 (HealthDay News) -- Hopes that the cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins might reduce the risk of colorectal cancer have been dashed by the results of ...
- Forbes
Omega-3s May Not Prevent Cancer Jan 24, 2006
...significant association. For colorectal cancer, there was one estimate of decreased risk and 17 estimates without association. For ...
- Natural Products Industry Insider,
ImClone Systems May Put Itself Up for Sale Jan 24, 2006
...strategic alliance. Erbitux is currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of colorectal cancer. An ...
- Herald News Daily,
Preventive Hysterectomy, Removal of Ovaries Can Prevent Cancer in ... Jan 20, 2006
...of the ovaries can prevent ovarian and endometrial cancer in women with Lynch syndrome, the genetic mutation known to cause colorectal cancer, according to a ...
- Kaiser network.org,
Birth control: Lowers libido? Jan 24, 2006
...known benefits of oral contraceptive use (besides avoidance of pregnancy) include: reduction of risk of ovarian, endometrial and (potentially) colorectal cancer ...
- myDNA.com,
Local cancer centers starts new clinical trial Jan 18, 2006
Cancer Centers of Florida is now participating in a breakthrough study on metastatic colorectal cancer with a trial that combines a chemotherapy treatment with ...
- Orlando Business Journal,
Survey Finds Almost Half of Public Feels Little Power to Prevent ... Jan 19, 2006
...is not surprising that only 42 percent of Americans 50 and older follow the American Cancer Society screening guidelines for colorectal cancer," said Runowicz. ...
- EndoNurse,
Chances Of Getting Cancer Can Be Reduced By Hysterectomy Jan 21, 2006
...themselves from gynecological cancers by having their ovaries and uterus removed, if they have been diagnosed with nonpolyposis colorectal cancer or Lynch ...
- MedIndia,
Battle Against Leading Cancer Killer of Elderly Gets Failing ... Jan 19, 2006
...killing three times as many men as prostate cancer, nearly twice as many women as breast cancer and more than twice as many men and women as colorectal cancer. ...
- SeniorJournal.com,
Simpson County cancer rates Jan 19, 2006
82 for lung cancer, 58 for female breast cancer, 11 for bladder cancer, 16 for melanoma, three for invasive cervical cancer, 43 for colorectal cancer and 53 ...
- Franklin Favorite,
Cancer could be notifiable disease, says department Jan 24, 2006
NCR figures for 1999 show that 30000 cases of cancer were diagnosed among South African women, mostly breast, cervical and colorectal cancer. ...
- Business Day,
Simple Test Identifies More Accurately Individuals Who Might Have ... Jan 7, 2006
Use of a simple test, in addition to traditional screening tests, identifies more accurately individuals who might have colorectal cancer, according to ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
High-fat dairy food may lower colorectal cancer risk 23 Nov 2005
...of high-fat dairy foods and conjugated linoleic acid, a component of dairy foods, in their diet may have a reduced risk of colorectal cancer, according to a ...
- Reuters
High-Fat Dairy Foods May Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk 23 Nov 2005
YORK (Reuters Health) Nov 23 - High intakes of high-fat dairy foods and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, according to a ...
- Medscape (subscription)
RED BOOK UPDATE 23 Nov 2005
PRIVATE health care patients with colorectal cancer are more likely to undergo surgery but have no better odds of survival than public patients, according to ...
- AustralianDoctor.com (subscription),
Changes At The Top At Germany's Merck 23 Nov 2005
Though two analysts had recently lowered their ratings for the company, the maker of drugs like Cetuximab for colorectal cancer has been having a banner year. ...
- Forbes
Cancer screenings aren't always worth the risks Nov 21, 2005
Occult blood tests are noninvasive and have been shown to reduce the rate of death from colorectal cancer in people 70 to 80 by about 15 percent. ...
- Rocky Mountain News,
Ulcerative Colitis Patients Inadequately Screened for Colorectal ... Nov 22, 2005
...the availability of widely accepted recommendations for screening ulcerative colitis (UC) patients for colorectal cancer, gastroenterologists frequently do not ...
- DG News
Meta Analysis Links Diabetes And Colorectal Cancer Nov 19, 2005
Institute conducted a meta-analysis of all the published data on the link between diabetes and the prevalence and associated mortality from colorectal cancer. ...
- MedIndia,
Association Between Colorectal Cancer Risk and Levels of Fat Cell ... Nov 18, 2005
High plasma levels of adiponectin, an insulin-sensitizing hormone secreted by fat cells, are associated with a decreased risk of colorectal cancer, a new study ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Low Adiponectin Levels May Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk in Men Nov 18, 2005
NEW YORK NOV 18, 2005 (Reuters Health) - Low adinopectin levels, independent of BMI, are associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer in men ...
- Cancerpage.com,
Diabetes Associated With Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer, Meta ... Nov 19, 2005
Most, but not all, studies of diabetes and colorectal cancer risk have found a positive association between the conditions. The ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Communicating Treatment Options in Colorectal Cancer Requires ... Nov 17, 2005
PHOENIX, AZ -- November 17, 2005 -- Several recent advances in drug treatment for patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) may complicate oncology nurses' task of ...
- DG News
Treatment Advances in Colorectal Cancer Often Accompanied by ... Nov 17, 2005
PHOENIX, AZ -- November 17, 2005 -- Patients with advanced or recurrent colorectal cancer have many more treatment options that they did a decade ago, but the ...
- DG News
Molecular Advances Driving New Approaches in Colorectal Cancer ... Nov 18, 2005
PHOENIX, AZ -- November 18, 2005 -- The past 3 years have seen dramatic changes in the treatment of both early-stage and advanced colorectal cancer (CRC), and ...
- DG News
Occupational Asbestos Exposure May Be Linked with Colorectal ... Nov 16, 2005
...published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, men with occupational exposure to asbestos appear to be more likely to develop colorectal cancer than men ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Xeloda®/Eloxatin®/Avastin® Appears Promising for Metastatic ... Nov 9, 2005
...in addition to the monoclonal antibody Avastin® (bevacizumab) appears to be a promising treatment regimen for initial therapy of metastatic colorectal cancer. ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Phase III Trial of Panitumumab for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Nov 10, 2005
According to a press release from Amgen and Abgenix, treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer with the monoclonal antibody panitumumab slowed cancer ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
UK Group Genotyping Colorectal Cancer 11/9/05 Nov 9, 2005
Illumina, San Diego, will be working with Cancer Research, London, UK, on a multi-phase genotyping study in colorectal cancer. As ...
- Bioscience Technology,
Polymedco Introduces a New Website for Colorectal Cancer Education Nov 10, 2005
CORTLANDT MANOR, NY, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Polymedco is pleased to announce the introduction of a new informational website regarding colorectal cancer. ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
EXACT Sciences to Webcast Presentation at the Wall Street Analyst ... Nov 22, 2005
PreGen-Plus is used for screening for colorectal cancer in the average-risk population. Colorectal cancer, which is the most deadly ...
- Business Wire (press release),
Insurance covers most colorectal cancer screenings Nov 9, 2005
Hampshire and Maine may have gotten an "F" when it comes to a lack of state laws that require insurance companies to provide colorectal cancer screenings, but ...
- Foster's Daily Democrat,
Women Who Smoke Have Increased Risks of Colorectal Cancer ... Nov 9, 2005
HONOLULU, HI -- November 9, 2005 -- Women who have a history of tobacco use have a higher risk of acquiring colorectal cancer, according to investigators who ...
- DG News
Predisposition to Colorectal Cancer in Rats with Resolved Colitis Nov 8, 2005
PGD 2 may therefore represent a rational target for therapies directed at reducing the incidence of colitis-associated colorectal cancer.
- Am J Pathology (subscription)
Clinical Trials With Immunotherapy For Breast And Colorectal ... Nov 7, 2005
...at Mount Sinai School of Medicine are conducting clinical trials on a unique approach to enhance the immune system in patients with breast or colorectal cancer ...
- Science Daily (press release)
Depression raises colorectal cancer risk Nov 3, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women who suffer from depression are at increased risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to a new analysis of data from ...
- Reuters
Study Shows Thyroid Drug Reduces Risk of Colorectal Cancer Nov 7, 2005
Long term use of L-thyroxin, the principal hormone secreted by the thyroid gland, reduces the risk of colorectal cancer by 50 percent, according to a study ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Calls for improved screening of colorectal cancer in Europe's ... Nov 2, 2005
Paris, France, Tuesday 1 November 2005 - Colorectal cancer is a significant public health problem for which differing treatment regimes hold different benefits ...
- EurekAlert (press release),
Expert highlights public health problem posed by colorectal cancer Nov 3, 2005
Colorectal cancer is a significant public health problem for which differing treatment regimes hold different benefits in associated efficacy, safety and ...
- News-Medical.net,
Colonoscopy Benefits Those with Family History of Colorectal ... Oct 28, 2005
Screening colonoscopy reduces the risk of colorectal cancer in individuals with a first-degree family history of colorectal cancer, according to a study ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Women More Vulnerable to Risk of Colorectal Cancer from Tobacco Oct 30, 2005
Newswise — A new study of gender and risk factors for colorectal cancer reveals that while both tobacco and alcohol increase risk for colorectal cancer ...
- Newswise (press release)
ACG: Colorectal Cancer More Common Among Diabetics Nov 2, 2005
2 - There's more evidence that people with diabetes have a significantly higher risk of developing colorectal cancer, investigators reported here. ...
- MedPage Today,
Women More Vulnerable to Risk of Colorectal Cancer from Tobacco Nov 1, 2005
BETHESDA, MD -- November 1, 2005 -- A new study of gender and risk factors for colorectal cancer reveals that while both tobacco and alcohol increase risk for ...
- DG News
Women More Prone To Risk of Colorectal Cancer from Tobacco Oct 31, 2005
...of Gastroenterology. It is known that smoking and alcohol use are well-established risk factors for colorectal cancer. According ...
- MedIndia,
Colorectal Cancer Drug Market will Experience Significant Growth ... Nov 1, 2005
...and advisory firms focusing on pharmaceutical and health care issues, finds that the drug market for the treatment of colorectal cancer will experience ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
Diabetics Face Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer: Presented at ... Nov 2, 2005
HONOLULU, HI -- November 2, 2005 -- Colorectal cancer occurs significantly more frequently in people with diabetes than in healthy people, according to ...
- DG News
Depression Increases Risk of Incident Colorectal Cancer Nov 3, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Nov 03 - Women with the highest levels of depressive symptoms show an increased risk of colorectal cancer, according to a new ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Diabetics Face Increased Likelihood of Colorectal Cancer Nov 3, 2005
3, 2005 (Honolulu) — Colorectal cancer occurs in people with diabetes significantly more frequently than in healthy people, according to investigators who ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Diabetics Face Significantly Higher Risk of Colorectal Cancer Nov 1, 2005
A new study confirms that patients with diabetes are significantly more likely to have colon cancer than individuals without diabetes. ...
- EndoNurse,
Skyscape Introduces Pocket Guide to Colorectal Cancer Drugs and ... Nov 7, 2005
...mobile health and medical information solutions, today announced the release of an important Oncology reference – Pocket Guide to Colorectal Cancer Drugs and ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
Female Smokers Have Higher Colorectal Cancer Risk, Study Says Nov 3, 2005
Alcohol and tobacco use both raise the risk of colorectal cancer, but women who smoke are at especially high risk of getting the disease, researchers say. ...
- JoinTogether.org
Study Finds Diabetics Have Higher Risk of Colorectal Cancer Nov 1, 2005
A study conducted by researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina and presented at the 70th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of ...
- Newsinferno.com,
Study Supports Continued Colorectal Cancer Screening of Elderly ... Nov 2, 2005
NEW YORK NOV 01, 2005 (Reuters Health) - Patients age 75 years and older are as likely as younger patients to benefit from colorectal cancer (CRC) screening ...
- Cancerpage.com,
Women more vulnerable to risk of colorectal cancer from tobacco Nov 3, 2005
A study of gender and risk factors for colorectal cancer reveals that while both tobacco and alcohol increase risk for colorectal cancer, women who smoke are ...
- Xagena.it,
An Analysis of Colorectal Cancer R&D, Including Information about ... Oct 28, 2005
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c26676 ) has announced the addition of Analytical Tool - Analysis of Colorectal Cancer R&D: the ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
HEALTH BRIEFS Nov 22, 2005
...of Research and Medical Director at the Cancer Institute, presented research on the use of adjuvant chemotherapy in stage III colorectal cancer in Northeastern ...
- Wilkes Barre Times-Leader,
Debating cancer screening: too old to test? Nov 21, 2005
Occult blood tests are noninvasive and have been shown to reduce deaths from colorectal cancer in people 70 to 80 by about 15 percent. ...
- Roanoke Times,
EXACT Sciences Accepts Award from Regional Chapter of the American ... Nov 16, 2005
NASDAQ: EXAS) with its "Pioneer of Awareness" award for 2005-2006 in recognition of the Company's ongoing commitment to increasing colorectal cancer screening. ...
- Business Wire (press release),
FDA partially rejects American Longevity's health claims for ... Nov 9, 2005
...and lycopene-containing tomato-based foods, and reduction in risk of cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer ...
- Food Consumer,
Colon cancer screening of little value for some Nov 15, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The risks of colorectal cancer screening may outweigh the benefits for some patients aged 70 years and older, a group of doctors ...
- ABC News
Xeloda®/Eloxatin®/Avastin® (XeloxA) Highly Active in Newly ... Nov 18, 2005
Medical Center in North Carolina have reported a 57% complete and partial remission rate for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer following treatment ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Latest Data on Marked Survival Improvement with Erbitux® in Head ... Nov 22, 2005
Erbitux is currently FDA-approved in combination with irinotecan for the treatment of colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to irinotecan-based ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Oxford BioMedica Receives Notice Of Patent Allowance extending ... Nov 22, 2005
5T4 is a tumour associated antigen that is expressed at high levels on a wide range of tumour types, including colorectal cancer, renal cell carcinoma and ...
- Biotech Intelligence (press release),
Illumina to Conduct Large-Scale Genotyping for UK-Based Research ... Nov 9, 2005
...(NASDAQ: ILMN) announced today that it has signed a multi-phase genotyping services agreement to support colorectal cancer researchers funded by Cancer ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
ERBITUX(R) Data on Locoregional Control and Overall Survival in ... Nov 16, 2005
ERBITUX for use in the United States in combination with irinotecan in the treatment of patients with EGFR-expressing, metastatic colorectal cancer who are ...
- Genetic Engineering News,
Ovarian cancer research results from PLCO cancer screening trial ... Nov 8, 2005
...blood prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing for prostate cancer, chest X-ray for lung cancer, flexible sigmoidoscopy for colorectal cancer, and transvaginal ...
- Food Consumer,
Phase II Trial of Panitumumab Plus FOLFIRI for Metastatic ... Nov 8, 2005
...antibody panitumumab and the FOLFIRI chemotherapy regimen may be effective when used for initial treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer, according to study ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
Calcium and Colon/Rectal, Breast, and Prostate Cancers and ... Nov 2, 2005
1. Calcium may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. 2. Calcium may reduce the risk of colon cancer. 3. Calcium may reduce the risk of rectal cancer. ...
- Food Consumer,
Calls for Improved Screening of Colorectal Cancer in Europe's ... Nov 3, 2005
PARIS, FRANCE -- November 3, 2005 -- Colorectal cancer is a significant public health problem for which differing treatment regimes hold different benefits in ...
- DG News
Diabetes patients have much higher colorectal cancer risk Nov 7, 2005
Washington.– A new study confirms that patients with diabetes are significantly more likely to have colon cancer than individuals without diabetes. ...
- Dominican Today,
Meta-Analysis Confirms Elevated Colon Cancer Risk With Diabetes Nov 17, 2005
Dr. Susanna C. Larsson, from the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, and colleagues found that diabetes increased the risk of colorectal cancer by 30% and ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Human Genome Sciences Reports Interim Results of Phase 1b Clinical ... Nov 17, 2005
Earlier this year, we reported the results of Phase 2 trials of HGS-ETR1 as monotherapy in advanced colorectal cancer and advanced non-small cell lung cancer ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
New Treatment Combinations Expanding Options for Patients with ... Nov 17, 2005
...a 5-year period of relative quiet, the past few years have brought several developments in the treatment of early-stage colorectal cancer (CRC), primarily the ...
- DG News
Local cancer patient survival rate rises, health body reports Nov 18, 2005
Liver cancer claimed the largest number of lives, followed by colorectal cancer, breast cancer and gastric cancer. However, a BNHI ...
- Taiwan Headlines,
ERBITUX(R) Data on Locoregional Control and Overall Survival in ... Nov 16, 2005
...for use in theUnited States in combination with irinotecan in the treatment ofpatients with EGFR-expressing, metastatic colorectal cancer who arerefractory to ...
- Finanzen.net,
Oxford BioMedica commences second Phase II trial with TroVax® in ... Nov 16, 2005
...renal cell carcinoma (RCC). There are now five Phase II trials ongoing with TroVax in RCC and colorectal cancer. The first patient ...
- Biotech Intelligence (press release),
Asbestos exposure may raise colon cancer risk Nov 10, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Men who've been exposed to asbestos seem to run a greater risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to US researchers. ...
- ABC News
Asbestos exposure linked to colon cancer risk Nov 11, 2005
Men who’ve been exposed to asbestos seem to run a greater risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to researchers. “This ...
- MSNBC
Human Genome Sciences Reports Results of Phase 2 Clinical Trial of ... Nov 1, 2005
...of a Phase 2 clinical trial demonstrate that HGS-ETR1 (mapatumumab) is well tolerated and can be administered safely in patients with advanced colorectal cancer ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
Phase II Trial of Panitumumab Plus FOLFIRI for Metastatic ... Nov 11, 2005
ABX-EGF) and 5-fluorourcil, Camptosar® (irinotecan), and leucovorin (FOLFIRI) shows promising results for the initial treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release),
African Americans at risk for colon cancer Nov 1, 2005
One study found that African Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer at a younger age than whites, while the other looked at racial differences in ...
- myDNA.com,
ChondroGene reports third quarter 2005 financial results Nov 17, 2005
..."During the quarter we made significant advances in developing our lead product, a blood test for the detection of colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps. ...
- Biotech Intelligence (press release),
Colon Cancer, Xeloda plus oxaliplatin (XELOX) dramatically reduces ... Nov 7, 2005
In 2004, colorectal cancer was one of the leading cancers and accounted for 13 percent of all cancers.2 It is estimated that over 394,000 people die worldwide ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Asbestos exposure may raise colon cancer risk Nov 11, 2005
By Will Boggs, MD, NEW YORK: Men who've been exposed to asbestos seem to run a greater risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to US researchers. ...
- NewKerala.com,
New Evidence Supports Early Colon Cancer Screening for Blacks Oct 31, 2005
...of Gastroenterology. Overall, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Younger blacks ...
- Daily News Central,
Merck KGaA: Independent Review Confirms Erbitux Improves Overall ... Nov 16, 2005
Erbitux is currently licensed for metastatic colorectal cancer that has progressed following prior treatment with irinotecan chemotherapy. ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release),
Human Genome Sciences Reports Results of Phase 1 Clinical Trials ... Nov 17, 2005
Results of a Phase 2 trial of HGS-ETR1 (agonistic human monoclonal antibody to TRAIL receptor 1) in subjects with relapsed or refractory colorectal cancer (CRC ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
Valley firefighters left out of new cancer legislation Nov 17, 2005
The cancers are primary site cancer of the brain, bladder, ureter and kidney, primary non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, primary site colorectal cancer and primary ...
- The Interior News,
Young cancer researchers honored Nov 21, 2005
..."Dr. Wrana's demonstration that a key component of the TGF-À pathway is mutated in some forms of colorectal cancer was critical in establishing the role of ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Blood Test Might Spot Colon Cancer Oct 25, 2005
25 (HealthDay News) -- A simple blood test could be an accurate, easy way to spot colorectal cancer early, a team of American and German researchers report. ...
- Forbes
Body and Mind Nov 20, 2005
28, 2006. $20. 248-8576. Colorectal Cancer Support Group - Sunstone Resource Center at Tucson Medical Center, 2625 N. Craycroft Road. 2-3:30 pm Nov. 26. Free. ...
- Arizona Daily Star,
Biotech Earnings Jump In Quarter Nov 21, 2005
For example, US sales of Avastin, a monoclonal antibody for first-line metastatic colorectal cancer, increased 78% to $325 million in the third quarter ...
- Chemical & Engineering News
Calendar: Healthy happenings Nov 20, 2005
...(803)296-3000. • Colorectal cancer support group, 6p.m. the last Tuesday, classroom B, Palmetto Health Baptist, 1501 Sumter St. (803)296-3000. ...
- The State,
Human Genome May See Upside From Novel Cancer Drugs Nov 21, 2005
The company's HGS-ETR1--with potential treatments of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-small-cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer--appears to be well tolerated ...
- Forbes
Thyroid Drug May Reduce the Risk of Colon Cancer Nov 9, 2005
Long term use of a drug used to treat hypothyroidism may reduce the occurrence of colorectal cancer. According to a study presented ...
- Newsinferno.com,
FDA partially rejects Lycopene Heath Claim Coalition's health ... Nov 9, 2005
...tomato-based foods, and reduction in the risk of certain forms of cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer ...
- Food Consumer,
Screening for cancer: Colon, lung, and skin cancers Nov 8, 2005
At present, the only cancer screening procedures of proven value for men are the tests for colorectal cancer — and even here, experts debate the best use of ...
- ITP.net,
Xeloda plus Oxaliplatin (Xelox) Dramatically Reduces Hospital ... Nov 2, 2005
...family as possible.". Xeloda was approved in the EU for post-surgery treatment of colorectal cancer in April 2005. Approval was based ...
- DG News
ChondroGene reports third quarter 2005 financial results Nov 17, 2005
..."During the quarter we made significant advances in developing our lead product, a blood test for the detection of colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps. ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Cetuximab clinical trial programme accelerates Nov 5, 2005
Around 25 percent of the 370,000 patients in Europe diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year present with stage III disease, in which the tumor has already ...
- Medical News Today (press release),
Panitumumab Significantly Improves Progression-Free Survival in ... Nov 3, 2005
...a pivotal Phase 3 study of panitumumab met the primary endpoint of improving progression-free survival in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) who ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
Major US Manufacturer Improves Employee Screening Rates for Colon ... Oct 24, 2005
...far support the idea that a safe, simple, and non-invasive DNA option can help to increase the number of people screened for colorectal cancer and ultimately ...
- Biotech Intelligence (press release),
New study shows women more vulnerable to risk of colorectal cancer ... Oct 30, 2005
HONOLULU, October 31, 2005 -- A new study of gender and risk factors for colorectal cancer reveals that while both tobacco and alcohol increase risk for ...
- EurekAlert (press release),
MN report: Lung cancer remains leading cancer death Nov 14, 2005
...whole, the study found. Most of the increase in risk is due to elevated rates of lung and colorectal cancer. The report showed that ...
- Grand Forks Herald,
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America and ConvaTec Announce 2005 ... Nov 18, 2005
...term for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and approximately 750,000 Americans are living with an ostomy due to either IBD, colorectal cancer or other ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Pro-Pharmaceuticals to Present at Annual Glycobiology Conference ... Nov 11, 2005
...of DAVANAT(R) /5-FU and look forward to confirming the benefit of this combination therapy in Phase II/III trials for colorectal cancer and cholangiocarcinoma ...
- Business Wire (press release),
LIFELONG HEALTH : Regular cancer screenings can be lifesaving ... Nov 13, 2005
Colorectal cancer kills about 57,000 people annually. Prevention and early detection techniques are increasingly successful, although not widely used. ...
- Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription),
New European Study Launched to Explore cetuximab as Adjuvant ... Oct 31, 2005
Around 25 per cent of the 370,000 patients in Europe diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year present with stage III disease.(1,2) At this stage, the tumor ...
- PR Newswire UK (press release),
Third Wave and Genzyme Genetics Announce Preferred Marketing ... Oct 27, 2005
...of a preferred marketing relationship with Genzyme Genetics to provide testing with the Invader(R) UGT1A1 Molecular Assay for colorectal cancer patients in the ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Women More Prone to Tobacco-Linked Colon Cancer Oct 31, 2005
MONDAY, Oct. 31 (HealthDay News) -- Women are more vulnerable to developing tobacco-linked colorectal cancer than men, US researchers report. ...
- Forbes
AACR: Colorectal Risk Cut in Half Among Patients Taking Thyroid ... Nov 1, 2005
1 - Taking Levothyroxine (L-thyroxine) for at least five years appears to cut the risk for colorectal cancer in half, researchers reported here today. ...
- MedPage Today,
Panitumumab Significantly Improves Progression-Free Survival in ... Nov 3, 2005
First EGFr Inhibitor to Demonstrate Improvement in Progression-Free Survival as Monotherapy for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
Enzon Acquires Global Rights from NatImmune for Oncology Product 02 Oct 2005
In addition, the Company's pipeline also includes antibodies for the treatment of colorectal cancer (COU-I) and cardiovascular diseases (MASP-2). Further ...
- Genetic Engineering News
Enzon Acquires Global Rights from NatImmune for Oncology Product 02 Oct 2005
In addition, the Company's pipelinealso includes antibodies for the treatment of colorectal cancer(COU-I) and cardiovascular diseases (MASP-2). Further ...
- Finanzen.net
Macular degeneration set to explode, warn doctors 02 Oct 2005
...against the disease. Avastin, a drug for colorectal cancer that's being used experimentally for wet AMD, also shows promise. Gill, now ...
- CTV.ca
For jail's sick inmates, a regimen of neglect 02 Oct 2005
..."They didn't give a damn," said Geneva Thompson. Her son, Ronnie, was left incontinent after several surgeries related to colorectal cancer. ...
- Fort Worth Star Telegram
Aspirin lowers colorectal cancer risk Sep 29, 2005
Women who take Aspirin, or ASA, for at least a decade have a lower risk for colorectal cancer, but the benefit comes with an increased danger of serious ...
- Macleans
Oxford University join with GE Healthcare to study colorectal ... Sep 26, 2005
GE Healthcare and Oxford University will jointly study the pathology of colorectal cancer, with the aim of achieving earlier diagnosis and treatment of the ...
- MTBeurope.info
New Screening Test for Colorectal Cancer Improves Accuracy Sep 26, 2005
Congress of Gastroenterology. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. The disease develops ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
CuraGen and TopoTarget commence trial of colorectal cancer drug Sep 28, 2005
Ib clinical trial evaluating PXD101, a small molecule histone deacetylase inhibitor, for the treatment of advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer. ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
Radioactive Monoclonal Antibody Improves Survival in Patients with ... Sep 22, 2005
Oncology, the radioactive monoclonal antibody 131I-labeled labetuzumab appears to improve long-term survival in patients with colorectal cancer that has spread ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Phase-II Trial Shows Improved Survival of Colorectal Cancer ... Sep 21, 2005
The authors reported that they treated 23 colorectal cancer patients with a radioactive, humanized, antibody against carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), which is ...
- PR Newswire (press release)
Gene linked to colorectal cancer identified Sep 23, 2005
...from the University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston have found a gene, which on mutation or damage leads to development of colorectal cancer. ...
- MedIndia
Study this Basic Platform Report: Colorectal Cancer (CRC) ... Sep 22, 2005
CRC Therapeutics" provides a complete and systematic description of the past and present efforts in the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) therapeutics. ...
- Business Wire (press release)
Calcium May Prevent Polyps, But Effect on Cancer Still Not Known Sep 29, 2005
...development of polyps that sometimes lead to colon cancer, there is not enough evidence that the mineral can prevent colorectal cancer itself, according to a ...
- eMaxHealth.com
New warning for colorectal cancer drug Sep 15, 2005
WASHINGTON - The government is warning doctors to monitor patients who take Erbitux, a drug for colorectal cancer, for an hour after they receive an injection ...
- MSNBC
SMAD Levels Predict Survival Time in Colorectal Cancer Sep 13, 2005
Reference: Alhopuro P, Alazzouzi H, Sammalkorpi H, et al. SMAD4 Levels and Response to 5-Fluorouracil in Colorectal Cancer. Clinical Cancer Research. ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Chemotherapy Plus Immunotherapy May Improve Treatment of ... Sep 1, 2005
...granulocyte macrophage-colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF) and low-dose interleukin-2 (IL-2) to chemotherapy for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Schizophrenia and cancer: an epidemiological study Sep 30, 2005
Dietary factors have a role in the aetiology of colorectal colorectal cancer, and there is evidence that there are differences in diet between people with ...
- British Journal of Psychiatry (subscription)
Colorectal cancer an equal opportunity killer in Iowa Sep 7, 2005
Colorectal cancer is the second most common type of cancer in Iowa women and the third most common in men. It is the third-highest ...
- Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil
Immunochromatographic Test Superior to Gold Standard for ... Sep 14, 2005
...fecal occult blood test (IOBT) is far more sensitive than the standard guaiac-based fecal blood test (GOBT) for detecting colorectal cancer as well as ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Colorectal Cancer, Are You at Risk? Sep 6, 2005
From age 50 on, everyone is at risk for colorectal cancer. Your risk is higher if you have a personal or family history of noncancerous ...
- eMaxHealth.com
CuraGen and TopoTarget Initiate Phase Ib Clinical Trial with ... Sep 27, 2005
...-- Proof-of-Concept Trial Evaluating PXD101 Combination Therapy with 5- fluorouracil for Advanced Solid Tumors and Colorectal Cancer -- BRANFORD, Conn., Sept. ...
- PR Newswire (press release)
CuraGen and TopoTarget Initiate Phase Ib Clinical Trial with ... Sep 27, 2005
...clinical trial evaluating PXD101, a small molecule histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor, for the treatment of advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release)
Aspirin May Reduce Risk of Colorectal Cancer Aug 31, 2005
...of the American Medical Association (JAMA), women who use aspirin on a regular basis for more than 10 years have a reduced risk of developing colorectal cancer ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Enzyme Level in Lymph Node Metastases Predicts Colorectal Cancer ... Aug 31, 2005
Among patients with Duke's C colorectal cancer, low levels of the enzyme thymidylate synthase in lymph node metastases are associated with better survival ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Aspirin cuts colorectal cancer risk in women Aug 30, 2005
JAMATaking more than two tablets of either aspirin or an NSAID each week for more than 10 years can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer in women by 23 ...
- AustralianDoctor.com (subscription)
CALGB and SWOG to Evaluate the Addition of Erbitux to Chemotherapy ... Sep 27, 2005
...to chemotherapy and bevacizumab prolongs survival compared to chemotherapy with bevacizumab in patients with untreated, advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer ...
- PR Newswire (press release)
Laparoscopy Guides Treatment of Colorectal Cancer Spread to Liver Aug 30, 2005
...to explore the extent of disease prior to more extensive surgery resulted in a change of treatment plans for roughly half of colorectal cancer patients with ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Change in DNA repair gene MGMT may be underlying molecular defect ... Sep 28, 2005
...of sporadic colorectal tumors, and detection of the molecular basis for this inactivation may ultimately be useful in risk assessment for colorectal cancer. ...
- Xagena.it
Merck KGaA, Takeda to Develop Matuzumab Cancer Drug (Update1) Sep 29, 2005
Merck sells Erbitux, which brought in 52 million euros in the second quarter, as a treatment for colorectal cancer in more than 40 countries. ...
- Bloomberg
Merck KGaA en Takeda: overeenkomst voor gezamenlijke ontwikkeling ... Sep 29, 2005
Merck gained Swissmedic approval of Erbitux for the treatment of colorectal cancer in November 2003 followed by European Union approval in June 2004. ...
- Netherlands Corporate News
Early detection key to fighting prostate cancer Oct 1, 2005
...occult blood test – a simple test done at home in privacy and then sent to a lab for analysis – at least every two years to help detect colorectal cancer. ...
- NorthernLife.ca
Phase-II Trial Shows Improved Survival of Colorectal Cancer ... Sep 21, 2005
The authors reported that they treated 23 colorectal cancer patients with a radioactive, humanized, antibody against carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), which is ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release)
Oxford University and GE Healthcare Announce Cancer Research ... Sep 22, 2005
...the General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), announced today that it is to join forces with Oxford University to study the pathology of colorectal cancer, with the ...
- TMCnet (press release)
Oxford Biomedica Plc announces Interim Results Sep 19, 2005
Year to date highlights: Oncology - Encouraging Phase II results with TroVax(R) and chemotherapy in colorectal cancer presented at American Society of Clinical ...
- Market Wire (press release)
Gene Defect Could Cause Colon Cancer Sep 21, 2005
Detection of changes in MGMT could prove useful in measuring a person's risk for colorectal cancer, said the team from the University of Texas MD Anderson ...
- Forbes
DNA repair gene change may be early step in development of ... Sep 21, 2005
...colorectal tumors, and detection of the molecular basis for this inactivation may ultimately be useful in risk assessment for colorectal cancer, according to a ...
- Medical News Today (press release)
Painkiller blues Oct 1, 2005
The APC (Adenoma Prevention with Celecoxib) trial, a colorectal cancer prevention trial, was suspended when it was found that there was an increased risk of ...
- Malaysia Star
New warning for colorectal cancer drug Sep 14, 2005
WASHINGTON, DC — The government is warning doctors to monitor patients who take Erbitux, a drug for colorectal cancer, for an hour after they receive an ...
- Press-Enterprise (subscription)
Oxford University and GE Healthcare Announce Cancer Research ... Sep 22, 2005
...the General ElectricCompany (NYSE:GE), announced today that it is to join forces withOxford University to study the pathology of colorectal cancer, withthe aim ...
- Finanzen.net
Health Canada Approves Groundbreaking Cancer Treatment AVASTIN(TM) Sep 12, 2005
...breakthrough cancer drug AVASTIN(TM) (bevacizumab, rhuMAb-VEGF) has been approved by Health Canada for the treatment of first-line advanced colorectal cancer. ...
- Canada NewsWire (press release)
Radioactive Monoclonal Antibody May Improve Survival After ... Sep 26, 2005
...have reported that the radioactive monoclonal antibody 131I-labetuzumab improves long-term survival in patients with colorectal cancer who undergo salvage ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Gain Insight into the Current Challenges and Commercial ... Sep 22, 2005
...and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c24644) has announced the addition of Current and Future Therapies for Colorectal Cancer to their ...
- Business Wire (press release)
Health Tip: Prevent Colon Cancer Sep 21, 2005
...(HealthDay News) -- Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States with about 135,000 new cases diagnosed each year, according to Duke ...
- Forbes
Expensive cancer drugs get approval Sep 10, 2005
Two colorectal cancer drugs received Health Canada approval yesterday, opening the door for provincial governments to fund the costly medications. ...
- Globe and Mail
Barium shortage causing cancer-test backlog in Canada Sep 21, 2005
Waiting times for barium enemas - a test used to help detect colorectal cancer - are 17 to 26 weeks in some cases, instead of the average nine weeks, said ...
- Knoxville News Sentinel (subscription)
Samenwerking tussen Oxford University en GE Healthcare in ... Sep 22, 2005
...and GE Healthcare Announce Cancer Research Collaboration; Study May Lead to Earlier Detection and Targeted Treatment of Colorectal Cancer Business Editors ...
- Netherlands Corporate News
Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives Sep 17, 2005
...the nation. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month -- a good time to remind you of the importance of screening. "I ...
- Lex 18
Merck KGaA and Takeda to Co-Develop and Co-Promote Matuzumab ... Sep 29, 2005
Merck gained Swissmedic approval of Erbitux for the treatmentof colorectal cancer in November 2003 followed by European Unionapproval in June 2004. ...
- Finanzen.net
Prostate cancer prevention: What you can do Sep 30, 2005
The habits that protect against prostate cancer might help you to avoid other diseases as well — heart disease and colorectal cancer, for example. ...
- MayoClinic.com
SUPPORT GROUPS Sep 28, 2005
Free. 925-937-2018. • Colorectal cancer support -- First Wednesday monthly, 4-6 pm, The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. ...
- Walnut Creek Journal
Bad habits give birth to chronic diseases Sep 26, 2005
But in the Bluegrass State, we suffer from such chronic illnesses as lung cancer, colorectal cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes — which are much ...
- Louisville Courier-Journal
Genentech: trial suspension unlikely to harm Avastin's progress Sep 26, 2005
The study setback is therefore unlikely to hinder the progress of a drug which has rapidly become the gold standard of care for colorectal cancer within the US ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
NeoPharm Announces LEP-ETU Project Update Sep 29, 2005
In addition to the LEP-ETU comparator study, a Phase II study for another of the Company's NeoLipid drug candidates, LE-SN38 for colorectal cancer, is being ...
- Genetic Engineering News
Other Comments Sep 29, 2005
...per lung cancer death, but it spent $11,704 for each breast cancer death, $8,190 for each prostate cancer death and $3,625 for each colorectal cancer death. ...
- Forbes
Reporter sees devastation of cancer firsthand Sep 29, 2005
...way. My dad, Larry Wood, put up a long, hard fight in Gold Beach, Ore. First, he acquired colorectal cancer six years ago. A few ...
- Tahoe Daily Tribune
Free fair offers screenings to massages Sep 27, 2005
People can get free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, body mass index, bone density, and breast, cervical and colorectal cancer. ...
- Elmira Star-Gazette
DNA Repair Gene Methylation May Precede Colon Cancer Sep 27, 2005
2005 (Reuters Health) - Methylation of the DNA repair gene O6-methylguanine-DNA methyltransferase (MGMT) is associated with sporadic colorectal cancer and may ...
- Cancerpage.com
Beer, Liquor Raise Colon Cancer Risk, Study Says Sep 21, 2005
People who drink beer and hard liquor are more likely to develop colorectal cancer than non drinkers, but wine drinkers appear to have a lower risk of getting ...
- JoinTogether.org
Health Canada Approves Erbitux for the Treatment of Metastatic ... Sep 15, 2005
...(Cetuximab) injection as a treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer. ERBITUX has been approved for use in combination with irinotecan ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release)
EXACT Sciences to Webcast Presentation at the 2005 UBS Global Life ... Sep 20, 2005
PreGen-Plus is used for screening for colorectal cancer in the average-risk population. Colorectal cancer, which is the most deadly ...
- Business Wire (press release)
NIH Renews Network Focused on How Genes Influence Drug Responses Sep 30, 2005
NIGMS and NCI to examine how genetic variability affects responses to anticancer drugs, including those used to treat childhood leukemia and colorectal cancer. ...
- Kansas City infoZine
Beer and Alcohol Spirits Increase Risk of Colorectal Neoplasia Sep 19, 2005
...of Gastroenterology. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Screening colonoscopy ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Tarceva Approved in Europe for Lung Cancer Sep 20, 2005
...breast cancer, Herceptin in early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer, MabThera in non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Avastin and Xeloda in colorectal cancer, Avastin and ...
- PR Newswire UK (press release)
Giant Colon Tour: Giant Colon Exhibit And Patient Information ... Sep 9, 2005
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(CCNMatthews - Sept. 9, 2005) - Colorectal cancer is 90% preventable if caught early, so let's do something to make a difference together! ...
- CCNMatthews (press release)
Healthbeat: Colon Health Sep 7, 2005
Colorectal cancer commonly develops from a non-cancerous growth, called a polyp. Polyps develop in the lining of the colon or rectum. ...
- WHOI
Lactobacillus May Prevent Atypia of Colorectal Tumors Sep 23, 2005
...of supplementation studies, it is not recommended to take supplements containing a high concentration of dietary fiber for the prevention of colorectal cancer ...
- Medscape (subscription)
iCAD Expands CAD Technology Agreement with 3D Imaging Partner ... Sep 13, 2005
The American Cancer Society states that colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second most common cause of cancer death in the ...
- PR Newswire (press release)
Giant walk-through colon tours Canada Sep 9, 2005
To call attention to colorectal cancer -- Canada's second biggest cancer killer -- the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada has set up a giant walk-through ...
- CBC News
Merck KGaA, Takeda to co-develop, co-market cancer antibody ... Sep 29, 2005
...progress. Matuzumba is currently in Phase II clinical trials for non-small cell lung cancer, gastric and colorectal cancer. Merck ...
- Forbes
Analysts move Genentech, Eyetech Sep 26, 2005
In a note issued early Monday, SG Cowen analysts said that Avastin, which is approved to treat colorectal cancer, has become increasingly popular in the ...
- MarketWatch
Barium shortage causing cancer-test backlog Sep 17, 2005
Waiting times for barium enemas -- a test used to help detect colorectal cancer -- are 17 to 26 weeks in some cases, instead of the average nine weeks, said ...
- Globe and Mail
Genentech in Competition With Itself on Eye Drug Sep 26, 2005
The rival drug's maker? Genentech. The other Genentech drug is the blockbuster Avastin, which is approved for treatment of colorectal cancer. ...
- New York Times
Mayo Clinic Researchers Invent 'Hitchhiking' Viruses As Cancer ... Sep 19, 2005
New Colorectal Cancer Gene Identified (September 27, 2000) -- Researchers at Mayo Clinic have discovered that mutations in a newly isolated gene, AXIN2, lead ...
- Science Daily (press release)
Genentech Provides Update on Phase II Study With Avastin in ... Sep 23, 2005
The FDA approved Avastin on February 26, 2004 as a first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer in combination with intravenous 5-FU-based chemotherapy ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
More than 20 vital cancer treatments denied to NHS patients says ... Sep 25, 2005
Yet another, Cetuximab for advanced colorectal cancer, is subject to a two and a half year delay. Many treatments are subject to delays of at least two years. ...
- Medical News Today (press release)
Cytokinetics and GlaxoSmithKline Amend Collaboration Agreement for ... Sep 27, 2005
...five additional Phase II clinical trials evaluating the potential efficacy of ispinesib in the second-line treatment of patients with colorectal cancer, in the ...
- PharmaLive.com (press release)
Regeneron Narrows Focus As VEGF Trap Speeds On Sep 26, 2005
San Francisco-based Genentech Inc.'s Avastin (bevacizumab), approved in February 2004 as a first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer in combination ...
- BioWorld Online (subscription)
Pro-Pharmaceuticals to Present New DAVANAT(R) Data at the ... Sep 20, 2005
...of DAVANAT(R) /5-FU and look forward to confirming the benefit of this combination therapy in Phase II trials for colorectal cancer and cholangiocarcinoma.". ...
- Genetic Engineering News
Positive Clinical Results Allow IDM to Enter Second Stage of Phase ... Sep 27, 2005
...products are in Phase II clinical trials in bladder cancer, melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer, and three are in Phase I in colorectal cancer, hepatitis B ...
- Yahoo! News (press release)
NeoRx Corporation Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Minimum Bid ... Sep 27, 2005
...cancer. The Company also plans to undertake a Phase I/II trial of picoplatin in colorectal cancer in late 2005 or early 2006. For ...
- PR Newswire (press release)
'Take Your Man To The Doctor' Week Begins Sep 26, 2005
Free screenings will include asthma, blood pressure, colorectal cancer, cholesterol, diabetes, dental/oral cancer, depression, glucose, glaucoma, hearing, HIV ...
- 7Online.com
Genentech suspends enrollment in Avastin trial Sep 26, 2005
26 Sep 2005, 17:19 GMT - Avastin, which is already approved by the FDA as a first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer, is designed to interfere ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
The pill for every ill Sep 27, 2005
One recent population study suggested the drugs’ use almost halved the risk of colorectal cancer, independent of factors such as age, history, diet and use ...
- AustralianDoctor.com (subscription)
Oxford University and GE Healthcare in cancer collaboration Sep 23, 2005
GE Healthcare, a division of the General Electric Company, is to join forces with Oxford University to study the pathology of colorectal cancer, with the aim ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
Barium Shortage Leads to Cancer Testing Delays Sep 18, 2005
The Canadian Association of Radiologists says there is now a 17 to 26 week wait for the test used to detect colorectal cancer... ...
- Borsa-Italia.Net
Lower number of cancer diagnoses Mortality rate in Sussex County ... Sep 22, 2005
...is working with county physicians to strongly encourage their patients to get mammograms to detect breast cancer and colonoscopies to detect colorectal cancer. ...
- New Jersey Herald
Drugs in Development Sep 21, 2005
...designed to block the growth of blood and lymphatic vessels, demonstrated positive drug effects in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer combined with ...
- R&D Directions (subscription)
FDA Safety Labeling Changes: Camptosar, Keppra, Prempro/Premphase Sep 21, 2005
Irinotecan HCl injection is indicated for use with 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) and leucovorin for the first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer, and for ...
- Medscape (subscription)
Vegetarianism & Atkins: Can It Work? Sep 26, 2005
Nutrition, and the Prevention of Cancer": "Diets containing substantial amounts of red meat probably increase the risk of colorectal cancer? and suggest a ...
- eDiets.com
The Book on GlycoGenesys Sep 23, 2005
...tumors. Genentech's Avastin, for example, is effective against breast, lung and colorectal cancer N and possibly several others. ...
- Smartmoney.com (subscription)
Side effects dim hope for aspirin regimen to prevent colon cancer Sep 11, 2005
CHICAGO (AP) — A large study of women weakens hopes that low doses of aspirin could be an easy way to prevent colorectal cancer. ...
- Foster's Daily Democrat
Local legend regales audience Sep 28, 2005
A colorectal cancer survivor, Papale has also been active with a variety of charitable organizations including: The Kimmel Cancer Center, Deborah Heart & Lung ...
- Roxborough Review
Program offers a change of heart Sep 28, 2005
In 1999, he had a stent inserted to open a blocked artery. In 2001, he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, though he is now cancer free. ...
- Noblesville Daily Times
Erbitux gains Canadian approval Sep 16, 2005
Erbitux, a drug developed by ImClone Systems in partnership with Bristol-Myers Squibb, has been approved as a treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer by the ...
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
September Is National Menopause Awareness Month Sep 22, 2005
...the effects of menopausal hormone therapy on many health issues facing women, including heart disease, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and osteoporosis. ...
- Kansas City infoZine
Beer and Spirits May Increase Risk of Colorectal Neoplasia Sep 14, 2005
...who drink less. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. The disease develops ...
- Cancer Consultants (press release)
Essex has highest cancer death rate in NJ Sep 14, 2005
Health department data also showed that the death rate for men in Middlesex County from colorectal cancer was higher, 33.1 per 100,000, than the New Jersey ...
- Newark Star Ledger
Quidel Joins Fight for Early Detection of Colon Cancer; Expands ... Sep 15, 2005
QDEL), today announced its entrance into the rapid test market for determining the presence of blood in stool specimens as an aid in colorectal cancer screening ...
- Genetic Engineering News
Fashion for a cause: cute Lambertson Truex mini bag Sep 8, 2005
Truex is offering a cute mini bag for $35 with net proceeds donated to the Entertainment Industry Foundation's National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance. ...
- San Jose Mercury News
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