Read Top Medical > Cancer Headlines and Articles from http://cancerprnews.com en-us http://cancerprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/07/electronic-cigarette-support-continues-on-despite-attacks-106235.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Electronic cigarette use and support is gaining ground in light of little evidence against the products' safety and failing special interest group jabs at the industry itself. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/norma-jeans-sun-memoir-by-artist-kris-courtney-barnes-noble-amazon-borders-105978.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Barnes and Noble Online Books, with accelerated sales through Amazon and local bookstore outlets plus In Person Signing engagements, has included Norma Jean's Sun into their online catalog for distribution. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/medical-experts-prescribe-legislation-to-help-prevent-cancer-105911.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Scientists urge drastic revision of the Obama Cancer Plan http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/dr-samuel-s-epstein-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-105913.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Samuel S. Epstein is an award winning expert in cancer prevention and research http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/theodoros-ted-voloyiannis-md-to-be-profiled-in-exclusive-registry-105935.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Ted Voloyiannis has eleven years of professional experience http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/studies-show-hospitals-are-deadlier-on-nights-and-weekends-105660.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT A number of recent studies show that patients admitted to hospitals on nights and weekends are less likely to receive immediate urgent medical care than those admitted on weekdays. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/protecting-patients-through-careful-credentialing-and-privileging-105349.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Hospitals must follow proper credentialing procedures and grant privileges cautiously; a thorough review of a doctor's background can help to ensure patient safety and avoid future liability. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/ecigarette-support-gaining-ground-for-being-green-clean-and-cheap-105135.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The popularity of the e-cigarette is growing by leaps and bounds form many obvious reasons, and the number of reasons are growing along with it's acceptance by the masses. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/cancer-patients-use-new-guided-imagery-cd-to-help-boost-healthy-immune-functioning-104885.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT A self-help technique called guided imagery has been steadily gaining in popularity and mainstream distribution by hospitals, pharmas and insurance companies, as new research demonstrates its efficacy for producing heightened immune cell activity. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/field-fisher-waterhouse-wins-compensation-for-lung-cancer-sufferer-exposed-to-asbestos-104994.htm Sun, 21 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Field Fisher Waterhouse has announced a significant compensation win for a client suffering from lung cancer who was exposed to asbestos http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/elnora-galang-honored-for-accomplishments-in-trauma-and-critical-care-104998.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Elnora Galang has demonstrated excellence throughout her 13 years in the healthcare industry http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/michael-orrin-loomis-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-104841.htm Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Michael Orrin Loomis, Administrator for Alliance Oncology in employment with the leading provider of advanced diagnostic imaging services in the United States http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/trinity-lace-wigs-promises-to-be-a-hair-raising-experience-thus-fulfilling-a-mission-to-help-others-at-the-same-time-104584.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT During these tough economic times and faced with unemployment one woman decides to open a business. Not just any business, but a mission to help women, men and children who suffer from hair loss due to various medical conditions; including our military members wounded/ burned from wartime efforts. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/the-collateral-source-rule-in-california-personal-injury-cases-103905.htm Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT People injured due to someone else's negligence may end up with a reduced award for medical expenses based on what his or her insurance company actually paid for medical care. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/electronic-cigarettes-still-under-attack-by-health-organizations-and-special-interest-groups-103943.htm Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The electronic cigarette became available in the United States in 2006, but some say the product has come under unfair fire from government and health organizations. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/33-defendant-companies-named-in-asbestos-lawsuit-103589.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT This lawsuit alleges that the defendant companies failed to adequately test for dangerous health effects on people working with their products and failed to adequately warn Lawrence Baggett of the known health risks. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/failure-to-diagnose-cancer-103094.htm Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT For most types of cancer, the earlier the disease is caught, the better the chances for survival. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/velscope-system-named-one-of-top-100-dental-products-for-third-consecutive-year-102858.htm Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Oral cancer screening system using fluorescence visualization-based technology Is a hit with both practices and patients. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/cancer-sucks-i-hate-cpap-dont-mess-with-texas-and-litterers-make-lousy-lovers-are-examples-of-phrases-that-connect-or-could-connect-with-the-public-in-a-very-special-way-102982.htm Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Certain messages resonate with the public in amazing ways. While the message may seem crude it connects with the target audience on a gut level that defies definition. Dr Ira L Shapira created I HATE CPAP.com in response to patient's complaints. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/dr-allen-m-chernoff-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-102912.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Allen M. Chernoff celebrates 10 years of excellence in the treatment of urologic diseases http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/everyday-guide-aims-to-be-mainstream-diy-and-how-to-site-102604.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Being almost one year old, Everyday Guide is ready to make the step up and project itself as a mainstream DIY guide blog. Webmaster Althaf Ahmed discusses about the main aim of the blog and challenges involved in running it. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/ecigarettes-may-be-an-alternative-for-those-who-cant-use-nicotine-patches-or-gums-102583.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT As we look deeper into the e cigarette, it lends itself to more and more potential applications in the smokers society. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/06/gurnee-dentists-offer-velscope-advanced-oral-cancer-screening-to-lake-county-illinois-patients-oral-cancer-has-not-seen-a-significant-reduction-in-incidence-over-the-last-30-years-102180.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr Ira L Shapira And Dr Mark J Amidei Have Recently Incorporated Velscope Oral Diagnosis Screening System Into Their Dental Practice. They Have Always Made Early Cancer Detection A Significant Part Of Their Practice For The Last 25 Years. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/cancer-misdiagnosis-102118.htm Sun, 31 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT There are fewer diagnoses more difficult than those who have been told they have cancer. Many times cancer can be treated through different drugs, therapies, or even sometimes diet. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/scottish-widows-releases-critical-illness-cover-claims-figures-101760.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Scottish Widows paid over GBP28m in critical illness cover claims between November 2007 and October 2008. Only 2% of critical illness claims were declined due to non-disclosure. The three main reasons for claims - cancer, heart related and stroke. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/norma-jeans-sun-memoir-by-artist-kris-allen-courtney-cincinnati-oh-june-2009-bethesda-medical-facility-inwest-chester-ohio-awards-artist-kris-allen-courtney-two-selections-101706.htm Thu, 28 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT "Road King" and "Passing" represent two of my more emotional and colorful works to date. With Passing becoming the Image used as the Cover to my Novel, Norma Jean's Sun, I could not be more excited about the extended view this award will offer. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/ecigarettes-may-soon-hit-the-battlefield-101550.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT For soldiers who aren't able to smoke in the field, e-cigarettes may be the answer troops have been wanting for years. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/mesothelioma-and-disability-benefits-101124.htm Fri, 22 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Workers who have contracted mesothelioma frequently are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Being eligible for disability benefits means a person has a condition that prevents them from doing the work they once were able to do. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/experts-reveal-keeping-slim-can-help-avoid-cancer-100192.htm Fri, 15 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Losing weight and staying slim could help reduce the risk of contracting cancer, medical experts have revealed. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/cancer-caregiver-distress-unrecognized-and-under-reported-100262.htm Fri, 15 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Study Commissioned by Non-Profit Identifies Unmet Needs of Caregivers http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/adult-lead-poisoning-dangers-in-arizona-99829.htm Tue, 12 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT The dangerous effects of exposure to lead poisoning for adults can lead to lifelong health defects. This article covers symptoms and sources of lead poisoning. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/from-cars-to-cancer-uh-professor-employs-auto-industry-tools-for-tumor-therapy-99428.htm Fri, 08 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT An effort is under way at the University of Houston to use technologies with origins in the automobile industry to develop new tools that will help doctors and technicians better plan radiation therapy for patients with head and neck cancer. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/arizona-cancer-center-launches-site-to-highlight-alternative-treatments-99362.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT People seeking a cancer treatment alternative have an expanded Web resource to help them make wise choices. The EuroMed Foundation has updated their Web site to help patients understand cutting-edge alternative treatment options. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/norma-jeans-sun-memoir-by-kris-courtney-98889.htm Tue, 05 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Available on Amazon.com Now! Back in 1928 when a small town of Indiana collected its folks every year for a celebration at the local Fair, a gathering of strangers would join together to shape a new parallel of lives. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/emergency-room-errors-types-and-causes-98707.htm Mon, 04 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT A person injured by an emergency room error may be able to file a medical malpractice claim. Anyone injured by an emergency room error should seek legal advice. An experienced attorney can help determine the best way to proceed. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/study-highlights-targetscan-touch-for-improved-prostate-cancer-98836.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT A recent Duke University study confirms that the TargetScan Touch technology by Envisioneering Medical Technologies offers effective detection and treatment of prostate cancer. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/best-healthcare-provider-web-site-of-2009-to-be-named-by-web-marketing-association-in-annual-webaward-competition-98610.htm Fri, 01 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Web Marketing Association announces the call for entries for its 13th annual WebAward Competition for Web site development at http://www.TheWebAwards.org. The Web Marketing Association again name the Best healthcare provider Web site of 2009. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/05/love-kristen-is-a-must-read-for-every-woman-98720.htm Fri, 01 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT "... Kristen does for cervical cancer what Ryan White did for AIDS." http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/two-ucla-neurosurgeons-to-be-showcased-in-documentary-for-the-first-official-national-brain-tumor-awareness-month-98522.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Two UCLA neurosurgeons will be featured in a documentary for the Nation's first Brain Tumor Awareness Month. These two neurosurgeons will put their skills to the test as they perform surgery to save a father and his thirteen year old stepson. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/marcelo-blaya-md-to-be-profiled-in-executive-registry-98546.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Blaya attributes his success to his hard work and dedication to his patients, students and fellows, as well as to the support he receives from his family. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/colderice-to-help-fight-breast-cancer-with-chest-to-save-breasts-charity-auction-98323.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Leading ecommerce video blogger uses eBay Giving Works to raise money through innovative branding effort. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/best-medical-web-site-of-2009-to-be-named-by-web-marketing-association-in-annual-webaward-competition-97439.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Web Marketing Association announces the call for entries for its 13th annual WebAward Competition for Web site development at http://www.TheWebAwards.org. The Web Marketing Association will once again name the Best Medical Web site of 2009 http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/robert-f-campbell-jr-memorial-hockey-tournament-to-raise-funds-for-leukemia-research-and-patient-care-at-danafarber-cancer-institute-97845.htm Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Annual event reaches 10 year milestone; returns to Quincy Youth Arena May 1 and 2, 2009. This event is the only officially approved hockey tournament to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/dr-dennis-e-smith-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-executive-professional-and-entrepreneurial-registry-96973.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Dennis Smith is a member of American Association for Clinical Chemistry. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/the-host-of-the-national-medical-report-hugh-downs-is-part-of-a-new-educational-series-on-urology-96635.htm Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT The National Medical Report is producing a new series on Important Urological Issues that Affect People of All Ages and both Genders http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/mainegeneral-health-selects-anyware-groups-roam-platform-for-remote-access-95817.htm Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT ROAM delivers on promised benefits for users, physicians, and IT staff http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/the-value-of-a-second-medical-opinion-95874.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT If patients have any doubt whatsoever about the status of their health, the explanation given by their doctor for their symptoms, or the care they receive, they should not wait to get a second medical opinion. It literally can save their lives. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/mesothelioma-and-asbestos-exposure-95623.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that occurs in the mesothelium, a thin layer of tissue that covers almost all of the internal organs. Two to three thousand people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/asbestos-and-mesothelioma-95095.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that has become well known due to its link to asbestos. Exposure to asbestos is the cause of the vast majority of mesothelioma cases. http://cancerprnews.com/medical_cancer_articles/2009/04/medical-malpractice-misdiagnosis-95104.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Misdiagnosis is one of the primary reasons why medical malpractice cases are filed. While doctors play the ultimate role in determining the diagnosis of a patient's illness or injury, you can prevent or lessen the chance of misdiagnosis by following some simple rules.