CHICAGO --- When people finish treatment for cancer, they want to bounce back to their former vital selves as quickly as possible. But a new Northwestern Medicine study -- one of the largest survivor studies ever conducted – shows many survivors still suffer moderate to severe problems with pain, fatigue, sleep, memory and concentration three to five years after treatment has ended. "We were surprised to see how prevalent these symptoms still are," said study co-investigator Lynne Wagner, an associate professor of medical social sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg ...

The pristine state of unpolluted waterways may be their downfall, according to research results published in a paper this week in the journal Geophysical Research Letters. A species of freshwater algae that lives in streams and rivers, called Didymo for Didymosphenia geminata, is able to colonize and dominate the bottoms of some of the world's cleanest waterways--precisely because they are so clear. Didymo does so with a little help from its friends--in this case, bacteria--which allow it to make use of nutrients like phosphorus. Blooms of Didymo, also known as "rock ...

Malta - May 2011 - Celebrations are certainly underway in D. R.'s household today, because he has just won over $82,000 playing at Maple Online Casino. He won a few prizes while playing different games, which makes his winnings even more impressive. D. R. won $61,522.00 while playing Hitman; $12,050.00 on Multi-Hand European Blackjack; and $9,350.00 while playing Classic Blackjack. Thus, all his winnings for the day equal $82,922.00. Casino Manager, Charlotte Jackson, was available for comment. "Congratulations D. R. We are very proud of your accomplishments ...

CHICAGO -- ASCO Abstract #10504. Contrary to what many oncologists had thought, a tumor suppressor protein known as PTEN does not reduce the effectiveness of the breast cancer drug Herceptin, according to a study by Mayo Clinic and North Central Cancer Research Group (NCCTG) investigators. The study, which looked at tumors from 1,802 patients enrolled in the NCCTG N9831 clinical trial, found that patients with HER2-positive breast cancer and had either a loss of PTEN functioning or normal PTEN activity did equally well when Herceptin was added to chemotherapy to prevent ...

BOSTON--A duo of drugs, each targeting a prime survival strategy of tumors, can be safely administered and are potentially more effective than either drug alone for advanced, inoperable melanomas, according to a phase 1 clinical trial led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators. The findings (abstract 8511), will be presented in an oral session at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology on Saturday, June 4, 3 p.m. CT, Arie Crown Theater, McCormick Place. The drugs -- ipilimumab and bevacizumab -- are both monoclonal antibodies, intensified ...

There are two low pressure areas in the Caribbean Sea for future development into tropical cyclones, although the chances are near zero for one, and minimal for the other. The GOES-13 satellite has been following the life of System 93L, which is one of those systems. The second low pressure area may not develop over the weekend, but threatens heavy rain in Hispaniola, Cuba and Jamaica. The GOES-13 satellite provides images of the U.S. east coast, Atlantic and Caribbean Sea continually every day. In an image from 1731 UTC (1:31 p.m. EDT) today, June 3, the low pressure ...

Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C., is doing more to help New Yorkers by making a commitment to improve its environmental profile. The firm has long been the voice of those hurt by medical errors, but now it hopes to promote awareness of eco-friendly business practices for lawyers through the B2B Green Alliance. The B2B Green Alliance is sponsored by web marketing firm Page 1 Solutions, part of Page 1 Green Solutions, an environmental commitment program. Page 1 Solutions strives to become a positive force for change not only by following eco-conscious practices in ...

Sheridan Dental is making a commitment to clean up its Columbus, Ohio community by improving its environmental profile. Sheridan Dental seeks to do the best for its neighbors both in the chair and in the environment by promoting awareness of eco-friendly business practices for dentists through the B2B Green Alliance. The B2B Green Alliance is one branch of Page 1 Green Solutions, an environmental commitment program sponsored by Page 1 Solutions. Page 1 Solutions has long made a professional commitment to eco-friendly practices in its office, but now hopes to expand ...

Revealing another part of the story of muscle development, Johns Hopkins researchers have shown how the cytoskeleton from one muscle cell builds finger-like projections that invade into another muscle cell's territory, eventually forcing the cells to combine. Such muscle cell fusion, the researchers say, is not only important for understanding normal muscle growth, but also muscle regeneration after injury or disease. The work, they believe, could further development of therapies for muscular dystrophy or age-related muscle wasting. Their report on muscle cell cytoskeletons, ...

Moral responses change as people age says a new study from the University of Chicago. Both preschool children and adults distinguish between damage done either intentionally or accidently when assessing whether a perpetrator has done something wrong, said study author Jean Decety. But, adults are much less likely than children to think someone should be punished for damaging an object, for example, especially if the action was accidental. The study, which combined brain scanning, eye-tracking and behavioral measures to understand brain responses, was published in the ...

It's long been known that cancer cells eat a lot of sugar to stay alive. In fact, where normal, noncancerous cells generate energy from using some sugar and a lot of oxygen, cancerous cells use virtually no oxygen and a lot of sugar. Many genes have been implicated in this process and now, reporting in the May 27 issue of Cell, researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine have discovered that this so-called Warburg effect is controlled. "It turns out to be a feed-forward mechanism, where protein A turns on B, which in turn goes back and helps A do more," ...

In criminal law, an expungement is the removal of all official records that can tie an individual to a given legal offense. Under certain limited circumstances, Pennsylvania residents with criminal records may file a petition for expungement. Of course, even though there are many advantages to having criminal records expunged, the wide availability of public information online often makes expungement an imperfect solution. The Expungement Process Only a few types of records are eligible for expungement in Pennsylvania. Records of non-convictions (such as not guilty ...

(NEW YORK, NY, June 4, 2011) – Researchers at Columbia University Medical Center are honing in on the development of what may be the first non-steroidal, oral contraceptive for men. Tests of low doses of a compound that interferes with retinoic acid receptors (RARs), whose ligands are metabolites of dietary vitamin A, showed that it caused sterility in male mice. Earlier results of the experiments using this RAR antagonist were published in the June 1st issue of Endocrinology, and an abstract extending the studies to longer drug delivery periods is scheduled for the Late ...

ROCHESTER, Minn. -- A mutant gene long thought to accelerate tumor growth in thyroid cancer patients actually inhibits the spread of malignant cells, showing promise for novel cancer therapies, a Mayo Clinic study has found. The findings will be presented by Mayo Clinic researcher Honey Reddi, Ph.D., at the Endocrine Society meeting in Boston. Dr. Reddi's discovery could have widespread implications in cancer research and endocrinology. It could help oncologists sharpen the diagnosis of specific types of thyroid cancers, while leading pharmaceutical researchers toward ...

When older relatives begin to lose their independence, we expect them to be treated kindly and professionally by those we entrust with their care. Unfortunately, sometimes the most vulnerable members of our population suffer at the hands of nursing home employees. Warning Signs According to American Psychological Association estimates, more than 2 million seniors are subjected to some form of abuse or neglect. Knowing what indicators to look out for can help you prevent your loved ones from being exploited. Bruises, cuts and other visible injuries are perhaps the ...

In a study that included nearly 18,000 children who had cancer, with follow-up of about 25 years, the greatest excess risk associated with a subsequent primary neoplasm (a new tumor) at older than age 40 years was for digestive and genitourinary neoplasms (related to the genital or urinary tract organs), according to a study in the June 8 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on cancer. The study is being published early online to coincide with the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2011 Annual Meeting. "Survivors of childhood cancer are at increased risk of developing subsequent ...

In a clinical trial that included nearly 80,000 women, those who received ovarian cancer screening did not have a reduced risk of death from ovarian cancer compared to women who received usual care, but did have an increase in invasive medical procedures and associated harms as a result of being screened, according to a study in the June 8 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on cancer. The study is being published early online to coincide with its presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2011 Annual Meeting. In the United States, ovarian cancer is among the ...

A divorce can be difficult, even when there are no children present. Decisions must be made about the marital home, dividing assets, splitting mutual debts and other things. A divorce can be much more complicated for parents, however. They not only have to decide the same property settlement issues that other couples face, they must keep the best interests of their children at heart through it all when making child custody and parenting time decisions. Child Custody Arrangements Under Oregon Law Chapter 107 and 109 of the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) sets forth the ...

An analysis of data from previously published studies indicates that longer time to beginning adjuvant chemotherapy after surgery for colorectal cancer is associated with worse survival, according to a study in the June 8 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on cancer. The study is being published early online to coincide with its presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2011 Annual Meeting. "Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third leading cause of cancer mortality in the Western world. While surgical resection [removal] remains the cornerstone of management for ...

Among various genetic mutations for individuals with Lynch syndrome, a hereditary cancer syndrome that carries a high risk of colon cancer and an above-normal risk of other cancers, researchers have identified mutations associated with a lower cancer risk and mutations associated with an increased risk for ovarian and endometrial cancer, according to a study in the June 8 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on cancer. The study is being published early online to coincide with the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2011 Annual Meeting. The Lynch syndrome, also known as hereditary ...

An Indiana University study that exposed older veterans with stroke to yoga produced "exciting" results as researchers explore whether this popular mind-body practice can help stroke victims cope with their increased risk for painful and even deadly falls. The pilot study involved 19 men and one woman, average age of 66. For eight weeks, they participated in a twice weekly hour-long group yoga class taught by a yoga therapist who dramatically modified the poses to meet the veterans' needs. A range of balance items measured by the Berg Balance Scale and Fullerton Advance ...

If passed into law, a new bill currently working its way through the U.S. Senate would increase the weight and size limits for commercial trucks on American roads. While many in the trucking industry have been vocal supporters, the legislation raises some serious concerns. Details of the Bill Senate Bill 747 ("S. 747"), named the Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011, proposes an end to the federal moratorium on modification of current size and weight standards for commercial trucks. Today, semi size on most interstate highways is capped at 80,000 ...

(Hamilton, ON) June 4, 2011 - Additional radiation treatment improves disease free survival lessening the chance of cancer recurring in women with early breast cancer who have had breast conserving surgery (lumpectomy), interim results of a new study found. The results will be presented Monday, June 6 at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. "These results are potentially practice-changing," said Dr. Timothy J. Whelan, professor of oncology at McMaster University's Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine and lead study investigator for the NCIC ...

An Indiana University study examining disparities in physical fitness levels between older adults who are patients of safety net community health centers (CHC) and those who are members of a medically affiliated fitness center is producing stunning results. NiCole Keith, associate professor in the Department of Physical Education at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, said she expected the study to show similar physical fitness levels between the two groups. The findings, however, show that the fitness center participants performed significantly better ...

Utah state representative Bradley Daw of Orem has proposed changes to the definition of "serious bodily injury" under the state's civil commitment statute. The lawmaker's actions come on the heels of a Utah man's release from the state hospital after psychiatric evaluators declared he was not a "substantial danger to himself or society," according to the Deseret News. The man had been accused of serious sexual assault charges against two children, but a judge declared him incompetent to stand trial because of his cognitive disorder. He was evaluated ...