Oncology & Cancer
Compound in magnolia may combat head and neck cancers
Magnolias are prized for their large, colorful, fragrant flowers. Does the attractive, showy tree also harbor a potent cancer fighter?
Jun 25, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Pembrolizumab shows real promise against head and neck cancer
Immunotherapy with the anti-PD-1 antibody pembrolizumab (Keytruda) was effective in one out of four patients with recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer, according to results presented at the 2015 meeting of the American ...
May 29, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Pactamycin analogs offer new, gentler approach to cancer treatment
Researchers at Oregon State University are pursuing a new concept in treatment of epithelial cancer, especially head and neck cancer, by using two promising "analogs" of an old compound that was once studied as a potent anti-tumor ...
May 18, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Broccoli sprout extract promising for head and neck cancer prevention
Broccoli sprout extract protects against oral cancer in mice and proved tolerable in a small group of healthy human volunteers, the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI), partner with UPMC CancerCenter, announced ...
Apr 20, 2015
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Immunology
Allergy symptoms that persist may mean a bigger problem
With allergy season upon us, many people may be suffering from a scratchy or sore throat, hoarseness and loss of voice.
Apr 14, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Breath test for detecting head and neck cancer
A portable device can detect the presence of certain types of cancer in people's breath. Tested on patients, the new device was developed in part by EPFL researchers as part of an international collaboration.
Apr 10, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Many head and neck cancer survivors don't return to work
(HealthDay)—Many head and neck cancer survivors do not return to work, according to a study published in the April issue of Head & Neck.
Apr 9, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
HPV's link to head, neck cancer
Tobacco and alcohol use may be the most common cause of head and neck cancers, but a new culprit has come on the scene in recent years.
Apr 3, 2015
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Surgery
Effect of smoking, alcohol on feeding tube duration in head/neck cancer patients
Current smoking and heavy alcohol consumption appear to be risk factors for prolonged use of a gastrostomy tube (GT, feeding tube) in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy, according ...
Mar 19, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
Coupling head and neck cancer screening and lung cancer scans could improve survival
Adding head and neck cancer screenings to recommended lung cancer screenings would likely improve early detection and survival, according to a multidisciplinary team led by scientists affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh ...
Jan 9, 2015
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