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Aspirin may help older cancer patients live longer

Aspirin may help older cancer patients live longer Older adults with colon cancer who were prescribed a daily aspirin were less likely to die than those who weren't, according to a new study.

By Katherine Hobson , December 10, 2012

Study: Simple scope exam cuts colon cancer deaths

A big study finds that a simple, cheaper scope exam of just the lower part of the bowel can cut the risk of developing colon cancer or dying of the disease.

By Marilyn Marchione , May 21, 2012

Unsuspected cancers beyond colon revealed by virtual colonoscopy

A new, large-scale study of more than 10,000 adults found that more than one in every 200 asymptomatic people screened with CT colonography, or virtual colonoscopy, had clinically unsuspected malignant cancer and more than half of the cancers were located outside the colon. The findings were published in the April issue of the journal Radiology.

By Special Features Staff Reports , March 27, 2010

CNN war zone camerawoman Moth dies from cancer PressPass

CNN war zone camerawoman Moth dies from cancer CNN photojournalist Margaret Moth, who survived a near-fatal gunshot wound to the face while filming in Bosnia-Herzegovina during the wars there in the early 1990s, died Sunday. She was 59.

By Associated Press , March 22, 2010

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OBIT: Teddy Pendergrass, 59, R&B singer PressPass

OBIT: Teddy Pendergrass, 59, R&B singer R&B singer Teddy Pendergrass, who had been one of the most electric and successful figures in music until a car crash 28 years ago left him in a wheelchair, has died of colon cancer. He was 59.

By Nekesa Mumbi , January 14, 2010

Colon cancer could make big drop

Colon cancer deaths could drop dramatically in the next decade because of better screening and treatment, according to an optimistic new prediction by top researchers.

By Mike Stobbe , December 19, 2009

Curry powder ingredient kills cancer cells

A news report released by Reuters has found that a molecule that is found in curry can kill esophageal cancer cells in a laboratory, suggesting that it might be an anti-cancer treatment in the near future. This common spice has long been suspected as a treatment for various ailments.

By Staff Reports , November 07, 2009

Lower cancer risk by eating healthy, exercising regularly

There is a growing body of evidence showing that colon cancer is largely a preventable disease, and dietary modification can reduce the incidence of colon cancer. Recent studies have shown that increased intakes of vegetables and fruits resulted in body-weight reduction. Similar to their anticancer effects, phytochemicals from vegetables and fruits are known to have anti-obesity and lipid-lowering effects.

By Huawei Zeng , October 24, 2009

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Researchers: Aspirin cuts colon cancer risk

People with a genetic susceptibility to colon cancer could cut their chances of developing the disease in half by taking a daily dose of aspirin, researchers said today.

By Maria Cheng , September 21, 2009

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OBIT: Erich Kunzel, 74, pops conductor and prolific recording artist PressPass

Erich Kunzel, the award-winning conductor who headed the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra since it was founded three decades ago and who won international fame through sales of more than 10 million recordings, died Tuesday. He was 74.

By Associated Press , September 02, 2009

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Aspirin shows promise for colon cancer patients

Score another win for the humble aspirin. A study suggests colon cancer patients who took the dirt-cheap wonder drug reduced their risk of death from the disease by nearly 30 percent. Aspirin already is recommended for preventing heart attacks and strokes, along with its traditional use for relief of minor aches and pains. Its merit in colon cancer prevention has been tempered by its side effects, bleeding from irritation of the stomach or intestines.

By By Carla K. Johnson , August 15, 2009

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Test may help predict colon cancer risk

A new gene test may help predict which colon cancer patients are at higher or lower risk of having their cancer return after surgery, doctors report, but whether it is useful enough to justify its likely high price remains to be seen.

By Marilynn Marchione , May 23, 2009

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Medicare decides not to cover 'virtual colonoscopy' procedure

Medicare won't pay for the so-called virtual colonoscopy procedure, concluding Tuesday that there's inadequate evidence to support the cheaper, less-intrusive alternative to the dreaded colonoscopy.

By Associated Press , May 13, 2009

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Local health news briefs from the region

By Staff Reports , April 25, 2009

Flood, cancer can't slow down NDSU wrestling coach PressPass

Flood, cancer can't slow down NDSU wrestling coach It was last fall when Bucky Maughan was in the best shape he’s been in years. The regimen included running and lifting weights. Never one to be short on toughness, he probably could have stepped on the mat and given one of his North Dakota State wrestlers some resistance. But the last few months have brought their share of challenges. Last week, with his house in north Fargo barely saved from flooding, he drove to Bemidji to get his chemotherapy treatment.

By Jeff Kolpack , April 03, 2009

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