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Novogen Announces Breakthrough Discovery in the Treatment of Melanoma
Novogen Limited, Australian/US biotechnology company, today announces that it has confirmed that its lead candidate product, TRXE-009, originally developed for the treatment of brain cancers, has been shown in pre-clinical studies also to be highly active against melanoma.
Pfizer Announces Palbociclib PALOMA-1 Data Published in The Lancet Oncology
Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) today announced the publication of the detailed results from PALOMA-1, a randomized Phase 2 study of palbociclib in combination with letrozole versus letrozole alone, in The Lancet Oncology .
Cancer Screening May Benefit Diabetes Patients
Diabetes patients may need to take extra precautions to lower their risk for cancer or catch it early.
FDA Approves New Rx for Advanced GEP NETs
On December 16, 2014, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration approved lanreotide (Somatuline Depot Injection, Ipsen Pharma) for the treatment of patients with unresectable, well or moderately differentiated, locally advanced or metastatic gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs) to improve progression-free survival.
Spotting Colon Cancer Sooner Saves Lives
For years, colon cancer has appeared to be more dangerous for blacks than for other groups. Researchers say more screening and earlier detection could close this racial gap in colon cancer survival.
Low-Fat Diet May Help Some Women Live Through Breast Cancer
A simple change in diet could make a world of difference for women with certain types of breast cancer.
Migraines Not Tied to Breast Cancer
They're painful and can put patients out of commission for hours or even days, but migraines aren't likely associated with breast cancer — despite past research that suggested they might be.
FDA Approves Rx for Combo Treatment of Lung Cancer
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
FDA Approves HPV Vaccine for Cancer Prevention
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved a vaccine to prevent several types of cancer associated with human papillomavirus (HPV).
Many Didn't Get Shorter, Cheaper Breast Cancer Treatment
Not all breast cancer treatment methods are created equal — and many patients may not always get the shortest, most cost-effective option.