Do not confuse these types of cancer
colonoscopy Anal and rectal cancers occur in nearby areas of the body, and both have preventive steps and proven treatments.But they say they’re different types of cancer. Dr. Raman Kumarcolorectal and general surgeon at OSF HealthCare. rectal cancer Dr. Kumar says the rectum is the last part of the colon and is […]
Colon Cancer Care | Colorectal Cancer Treatment
It is not uncommon to receive a second opinion during cancer treatment. At MaineHealth, we understand how important it is to have confidence in your colon cancer care approach and treatment. We want to make every effort to ensure that patients, and in many cases healthcare providers, get a second opinion whenever they want one. […]
Free colon cancer screening test kits available at local drive-thru events
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Free take-home screening tests for colon cancer will be distributed at several drive-thru events scheduled in Decatur, Lincoln, Springfield and Taylorville. It is sponsored by the Regional Cancer Partnership, which includes Springfield’s Memorial Health and SIU School of Medicine. Clinic and HSHS St. John’s Hospital. “March is Colorectal Awareness Month and we […]
What is colorectal cancer? Understand, detect and manage the global health concern
Colorectal cancer is a pressing global health problem that affects the colon and rectum. Critical insights into its signs, symptoms, and treatments are crucial for early detection and effective management. Here, we delve into the complexities of colorectal cancer and educate people about this widespread and preventable disease. Understanding colorectal cancer signs and symptoms Risk […]
Oncolytics Biotech® Begins Enrollment Expansion for GOBLET Anal Cancer Cohort
Successful stage 1 data support expansion, with nearly three times the objective response rate compared to checkpoint inhibitor monotherapy, including complete responses. san diego and Calgary, Alberta, February 14, 2024 /CNW/ — Oncolytic biotechnology® Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), an oncology-focused clinical-stage immunotherapy company, today announced the enrollment of the anal cancer cohort in the […]
Oxaliplatin for elderly patients who have had colorectal cancer removed?
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m David Kerr, Professor of Cancer Medicine at the University of Oxford. One of his enduring interests of mine, part of my daily routine as a medical oncologist, is considering whether to recommend adjuvant therapy to a patient who has just undergone a potentially curative resection. That’s […]
Drug used to treat cocaine addiction could pave the way for new treatment for advanced colon cancer
Multiomic characterization of cancer-selective effects of VXN on cellular function. credit: natural cancer (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s43018-024-00727-y New cutting-edge research from the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) shows that vanoxerin, a drug originally developed to treat cocaine addiction, improves the ability of advanced colorectal cancer stem cells by essentially rewiring key gene networks. It has been found […]
What you need to know about the HPV vaccine and cancer prevention
Almost 20 years after the first vaccine against human papillomavirus became available, vaccines have yet to provide strong protection against the leading cause of cervical cancer and a strong risk factor for anal cancer. Yet many eligible Americans still haven’t gotten vaccinated. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States; Most […]
New insights into postoperative surveillance of colorectal cancer
New insights into postoperative surveillance of colorectal cancer New data reveals reduced incidence of late recurrence or metachronous disease in stage I-III colorectal cancer (CRC) patients declared cancer-free 5 years after surgery . The new evidence, led by Jesper Nors of Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark and published in the International Journal of Cancer, calls […]
New first-line treatment for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer
Approved by the Food and Drug Administration on February 13, 2024. NALIRIFOX, a combination chemotherapy for first-line treatment of metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Dr. Patrick BolandI am a medical oncologist. Gastrointestinal Oncology Program We conduct research at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and RWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey’s leading cancer program and the only National Cancer […]