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Increased screening advised for women with the uterine disorder, study says
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Methotrexate highly effective against childhood leukemia; Doxil treats ovarian cancer
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There is a need to analyze tumor specimens at the time of ovarian cancer recurrence, according to a new study published in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics. Researchers used a diagnostic technology called molecular profiling to examine the differences in the molecular characteristics of primary and recurrent ovarian tumors and found significant changes for some biomarkers.
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Study suggests treatment of expectant mothers is feasible after first trimester
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This study was in mice, but researchers are starting to test the strategy in human cancer patients
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Immunization schedules for meningitis, flu also updated
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For selected patients IORT provides quick and precisely targeted treatment.
Women who are diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy carry a precious burden.
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National targets for breast, cervical and colon malignancies still not being met
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Regular Pap tests, HPV vaccine go a long way in warding off the disease, experts say
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