Prostate Cancer - Page 14

July 7, 2016

Test aids prostate cancer treatment

Genomic Health Inc. has struck a deal to commercialize a new blood test that can help advanced prostate cancer patients decide whether to try costly new-generation drugs or rely on much cheaper traditional chemotherapy to improve their chances for survival.

July 5, 2016

Testosterone gel boosts sexual desire and activity in older men

Older men with low testosterone levels and scant desire for sex report more interest and more sexual activity after testosterone therapy, according to a new study.

June 30, 2016

Following prevention guidelines linked to lowered risk for cancer

Keeping active and eating healthy really does seem to reduce the odds of getting certain cancers and dying from them, according to a new review of past research.

June 30, 2016

More physical activity linked to less risk for cancer

Higher levels of leisure-time activity may boost protection against a wide range of cancers, according to a new analysis of research from the U.S. and Europe.

June 30, 2016

Avoid biopsies with more accurate prostate cancer screening

Although prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among American men, treatment has resulted in a 99 percent average five-year survival rate for diagnosed individuals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

June 27, 2016

Racially biased cancer doctors spend less time with black patients

Racial bias on the part of a doctor can lead to poor communication and medical treatment for black cancer patients, a U.S. study suggests.

June 19, 2016

Ken Griffey Sr., Jr., take a crack at prostate cancer

MLB’s famous father-son duo Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. have long-been household names due to their remarkable careers on the baseball field.

June 13, 2016

Pennsylvania governor to undergo prostate cancer treatment

HARRISBURG, Pa.

May 24, 2016

What is HIFU treatment for prostate cancer?

In October 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first ultrasound system for the ablation of prostate tissue in the United States.

May 17, 2016

HIV-infected patients less likely to get cancer treatment

HIV-infected cancer patients are much less likely to receive treatment for tumors than people who don't have the virus, a large U.S. study suggests.