Monthly Archives: January 2011
Nanoparticle Treatment in Development
Researchers are working with industry partners to create a medical device that would “use magnetic nanoparticles engineered to capture cancer cells. Added to fluids removed from a patient’s abdomen, the magnetic nanoparticles would latch onto the free-floating cancer cells, allowing … Continue reading
Board President Annette Leal Mattern Remembers Jack LaLanne
I never imagined meeting workout icon Jack LaLanne. After all, I was only five years old when he swam, handcuffed, from Alcatraz to San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. I vaguely remembered seeing his TV program when I was just a kid. … Continue reading
Unrealistic Optimism in Early-Phase Oncology Trials
A new report questions the ethics of early stage oncology clinical trials, asserting that since patients have unrealistically high expectations of the outcomes of the trials, a question of informed consent is raised. According to the LA Times, 60% were … Continue reading
Closeout Sale on Dolce Vita Believe Candles
From now until midnight on January 31, 2011, Dolce Vita is offering a closeout deal on their “Believe” candles. Buy two candles at the discounted price of $50 each and receive an additional two candles free! Quantities are limited. Buy … Continue reading
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ASCO Recommends Steps to Improve Doctor-Patient Communication about End-of-Life Cancer Care
The American Society of Clinical Oncology released a policy statement recommending “steps to ensure that physicians initiate candid discussions about the full range of palliative care and treatment options soon after patients’ diagnosis with advanced cancer (defined as incurable disease).” … Continue reading
‘Rogue gene’ discovery could brake cancers
Upcoming Webinar: Young Survivors Rock!
Lindsay Avner, Founder and Executive Director, Bright Pink Chana Garcia, advocate, blogger and ovarian cancer survivor Click here to register.
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Third Annual Teal Ribbon Golf Tournament Raises Funds, Awareness
The sky was filled with Teal on Thursday, January 13, 2011 as the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Arizona (OCAZ) kicked off its 3rd Annual Teal Ribbon Golf Tournament with an impressive teal balloon launch. Over 200 participants packed the Sun … Continue reading
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Fewer Cancer Patients May Be Depressed Than Previously Thought
Many Cancer Patients Have Chronic Pain
Chemosensitivity Assays for Ovarian Cancer
Point: Chemosensitivity Assays Have a Role in the Management of Recurrent Ovarian Cancer In this era of personalized medicine, patients with recurrent ovarian cancer deserve better than the 25% response rate that is associated with drugs selected based on clinical … Continue reading
Genetic Variation at 9p22.2 and Ovarian Cancer Risk for BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutation Carriers (JNCI)
Background Germline mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are associated with increased risks of breast and ovarian cancers. Although several common variants have been associated with breast cancer susceptibility in mutation carriers, none have been associated with ovarian cancer … Continue reading
