Molecular Markers Predict Colon Tumor Recurrence, Shown By USC Researchers
Jun-10-2007
Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) have identified specific molecular markers that may help to predict tumor recurrence in stage II and III colon cancer patients.The findings may also help identify stage II colon cancer patients who are more likely to benefit from adjuvant chemotherapy following surgery, says Georg Lurje M.D. [click link for full article]
Fishing to benefit colon cancer research
Jun-14-2007
The Fishin' for a Mission catfish fishing tournament to benefit USC's Center for Colon Cancer Research will be June 23 in on Lake Marion.
Gary Borton, former Kodak and Deluxe Labs VP, 65
Jun-10-2007
Obituary: Exec was active in charity, community orgs -- Gary Borton, a former Kodak and Deluxe Labs VP, died May 22 of colon cancer in Pasadena, Calif.
Lee Nagrin, performance artist, 78
Jun-10-2007
Legit News: Director part of Off-Broadway scene for decades -- Performance artist and director Lee Nagrin died June 7 in New York of colon cancer.
Rueben Joseph 'Joe' Farnsworth
Jun-10-2007
ST. GEORGE - Rueben Joseph 'Joe' Farnsworth died at the age of 82, June 8, 2007, after a long and valiant struggle with colon cancer.
Rueben Joseph 'Joe' Farnsworth
Jun-10-2007
- Rueben Joseph 'Joe' Farnsworth died at the age of 82, June 8, 2007, after a long and valiant struggle with colon cancer.
2007 Relay for Life: Utica
Jun-10-2007
"She's always saying, 'I'm going to nip it in the bud.'"
Colon cancer has truly touched Kelly Thaler's family. Her son was diagnosed with it in June of 2004.
Folic Acid may Promote Colon Cancer
Jun-07-2007
"We can't prove whether that's the case or not because we don't know who had microscopic lesions and who didn't, but it's certainly a very viable hypothesis"
New research reveals may actually increase a person's risk of developing colon cancer, despite previous research suggesting the nutritional supplement can prevent colon cancer.
Folic Acid Supplements Don't Reduce High-Risk Colon Cancers
Jun-05-2007
Title: Folic Acid Supplements Don't Reduce High-Risk Colon Cancers
Category: Health News
Created: 6/6/2007 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 6/6/2007
Exact licenses colon cancer test to Norwegian firm
Jun-05-2007
Marlborough-based Exact Sciences Corp. reports it has licensed its colon cancer screening technology to Norway's NorDiag ASA in exchange for an undisclosed amount in licensing fees and royalties.
Colon Cancer Alliance Announces Election of Dr. John Daly to Board of Directors
Jun-09-2007
The Colon Cancer Alliance is pleased to announce the election of John Daly, MD, FACS, FRCS , FRCS to the CCA Board of Directors.
FOLFOX4 After Surgery Improves Overall Survival In Patients With Early Colon Cancer
Jun-05-2007
"This is important news since it supports the disease free and overall survival"
FOLFOX4, an Eloxatin -based chemotherapy regimen, significantly improved the overall survival of patients with surgically resected stage III colon cancer when compared to standard chemotherapy.
Colon cancer and folic acid
Jun-05-2007
There is new information about a vitamin thought to help fight cancer. It turns out, it could make things worse.
Playwright Lee Nagrin Dies at 78
Jun-07-2007
Playwright Lee Nagrin, whose new work Behind the Lid will debut in New York City next week, succumbed to complications from advanced colon cancer this morning in New York City.
Lee Nagrin, off-Broadway influence, dies
Jun-09-2007
NEW YORK, June 8 Lee Nagrin, one of the first American women to work in performance art, and an influence on off-Broadway, has died in New York of colon cancer at age 78.
Retired fire chief dies of colon cancer
Jun-01-2007
"He will always be remembered for his kindness, his integrity, his faith, and his love and commitment to his family and his community."
Longtime Winter Springs fire Chief Tim Lallathin died Thursday after a long battle with colon cancer.