Tag: Cancer: Misc.
Cancer Survival Increasing in High-Income Countries
International disparities observed, with survival generally higher in Australia, Canada, and Norway
Malnutrition Common in Older Brazilians Hospitalized for Cancer
Most prevalent nutrition impact symptoms include no appetite, dry mouth
Low-Fat Dietary Pattern Offers Long-Term Health Benefits
Significant benefits seen in relation to breast cancer, CHD, diabetes, without adverse effects
August 2019 Briefing – Hematology & Oncology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Hematology & Oncology for August 2019. This roundup includes...
Cancer Survivors Face Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk
Risk varies by cardiovascular outcome and site of 20 common cancers
FDA: Risk From Tainted Blood Pressure Drugs Very Low
Officials say actual risk to patients from tainted medications is likely lower than originally stated
Few Oncologists Suggest Health Promotion to Cancer Survivors
Oncologists expressed concern that health promotion could distress or overwhelm cancer survivors
Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Greater for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Exposure to ≥250 mg/m² doxorubicin-equivalent anthracycline chemo tied to risk for CVD, heart failure
Odds of Developing C. Diff Increased in Older Cancer Patients
Risk for Clostridiodes difficile infection significantly greater with diagnosis of liquid tumors
Half of Physician Directors of NCI Cancer Centers Receive Industry Payments
Authors question whether these payments serve the public interest
