e-Cigarettes Tied to Lung, Bladder Cancer in Survey Study e-Cigarettes Tied to Lung, Bladder Cancer in Survey Study
This study is one of the first to investigate and report an association. It was published as a preprint and has not yet been peer reviewed.First Look (Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines - February 28, 2022 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Immunity-boosting breast cancer drug could save thousands, finds UK research
Keytruda treatment found to cut risk of aggressive cancer returning after surgery by more than a thirdThousands of lives could be saved with a “promising” immunotherapy drug that can cut the risk of an aggressive form of breast cancer returning by more than a third, according to “exciting” results from a long-term global study.Keytruda, also known as pembrolizumab, uses the patient ’s own immune system to fight cancer. The drug works by helping the immune system recognise and attack cancer cells, and is already used to treat lung cancer, skin cancer, bladder cancer and Hodgkin lymphoma. It is administered in a so...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - February 9, 2022 Category: Science Authors: Andrew Gregory Health Editor Tags: Breast cancer Cancer research Health Medical research NHS Queen Mary, University of London UK news Source Type: news
More Evidence That Pandemic Delayed Cancer Diagnoses
A recent study finds fewer procedures to diagnose cancer were done over the past 2 years, including cystoscopies to detect bladder cancer. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - February 9, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche reports good results in 2021
Basel, 3 February 2022Group sales increase 9%1 at constant exchange rates (CER); 8% in Swiss francsPharmaceuticals Divisionsales increase 3%; continued strong demand for newly launched medicines more than offsets impact of biosimilarsDiagnostics Divisionsales grow 29%; strong momentum in base business and continued high demand for COVID-19 testsMajor approvals for medicinessince the last quarter: United States: Susvimo and Vabysmo (age-related blindness)Europe: Gavreto (specific type of advanced lung cancer); Actemra/RoActemra (severe COVID-19); Ronapreve (non-hospitalised COVID-19 patients and prophylaxis)Major appro...
Source: Roche Investor Update - February 3, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche reports good results in 2021
Basel, 3 February 2022Group sales increase 9%1 at constant exchange rates (CER); 8% in Swiss francsPharmaceuticals Divisionsales increase 3%; continued strong demand for newly launched medicines more than offsets impact of biosimilarsDiagnostics Divisionsales grow 29%; strong momentum in base business and continued high demand for COVID-19 testsMajor approvals for medicinessince the last quarter:United States: Susvimo and Vabysmo (age-related blindness)Europe: Gavreto (specific type of advanced lung cancer); Actemra/RoActemra (severe COVID-19); Ronapreve (non-hospitalised COVID-19 patients and prophylaxis)Major approvals f...
Source: Roche Media News - February 3, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Janssen Data at ASCO GU Demonstrate Longstanding Leadership in Prostate Cancer and Commitment to Advancing Potential New Therapeutic Options for Genitourinary Cancers
Raritan, NJ, Feb. 1, 2022 – The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today that 17 presentations will be featured at the 2022 American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary (ASCO GU) Cancers Symposium, taking place in San Francisco and virtually from February 17-19. Building on its long-term leadership in prostate cancer, Janssen is committed to advancing innovative treatments and transforming patient experiences, while focusing on research that may drive better outcomes for people across the genitourinary cancer spectrum. Data to be presented include Phase 3 results for the selective ...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - February 1, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Innovation Source Type: news
What Are Common Gastrointestinal Polyposes in Children?
Discussion
Bloody stools or blood in the diaper is a relatively common complaint in general pediatrics. For most patients it is often a minor concern. Commonly it is a transient problem (e.g. rectal fissure caused by constipation or trauma) or often not blood (e.g. urate crystals in the diaper, food, menses, etc.). Real blood does occur with an identifiable cause such as long distance running or heavy exercise, or milk protein allergy/sensitivity that improves with a milk-restricted diet. Many more serious causes are associated with heavier or more recalcitrant bleeding, increased defecation, abdominal pain, poor eating an...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - January 24, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
FDA Workshop: Clinical Trial Design for Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC) - 11/18/2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Oncology Center of Excellence (OCE) and Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) welcome you to this FDA Virtual Public Workshop: Clinical Trial Design for Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC). (Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New)
Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New - January 18, 2022 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: FDA Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: Sexual health after cancer treatment
Treatment for certain cancers can affect sexuality, causing a range of signs and symptoms that can make sex more difficult. Sexual side effects from cancer treatment are common for men and women. Cancer in their pelvic area, including bladder, prostate, rectal, cervical, vaginal or vulvar cancer, can make it difficult to resume sex after treatment. "A surgical procedure, especially to the pelvis, can really impact the nerve endings and pelvic muscles that are directly involved… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - December 27, 2021 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Update on Robotic Cystectomy Update on Robotic Cystectomy
Get up-to-date on the latest research regarding the use of robot-assisted radical cystectomy for the treatment of bladder cancer.Current Opinion in Urology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - December 23, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Urology Journal Article Source Type: news
FDA Approves Two New Indications for XARELTO ® (rivaroxaban) to Help Prevent and Treat Blood Clots in Pediatric Patients
RARITAN, NJ, Dec. 20, 2021 – The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two pediatric indications for XARELTO® (rivaroxaban): the treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE, or blood clots) and reduction in the risk of recurrent VTE in patients from birth to less than 18 years after at least five days of initial parenteral (injected or intravenous) anticoagulant treatment; and thromboprophylaxis (prevention of blood clots and blood-clot related events) in children aged two years and older with congenital heart disease who have...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - December 21, 2021 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Innovation Source Type: news
Bladder cancer symptoms: Five signs when you go to pee that may be signalling the disease
YOUR bladder is effectively a storage unit for your urine. It builds up in there and when it reaches a certain point you get a signal that it's time to empty its contents and like every organ, it's one you should look after and look out for. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 18, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Systemic infection following intravesical therapy with BCG.
We report a severe case of BCG sepsis, in which timely diagnosis and initiation of antituberculosis agents enabled a full recovery. (Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH))
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - December 8, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
COVID Has Led to Big Declines in Cancer Screenings, New Diagnoses COVID Has Led to Big Declines in Cancer Screenings, New Diagnoses
The large study helps quantify the extent to which the pandemic has affected new diagnoses of prostate, lung, bladder, and colorectal cancers in 2020.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Pulmonary Medicine Headlines)
Source: Medscape Pulmonary Medicine Headlines - December 6, 2021 Category: Respiratory Medicine Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
300 Minutes a Week of Moderate Exercise May Help Ward Off Cancer
More than 46,000 cancers in America each year, or about 3 percent of cases, could be prevented by meeting physical activity guidelines. (Source: NYT Health)
Source: NYT Health - November 17, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Gretchen Reynolds Tags: Exercise Bladder Cancer Colon and Colorectal Cancer Stomach Cancer Breast Cancer Smoking and Tobacco American Cancer Society Medicine & Science in Sports Exercise (Journal) Source Type: news
