Cancer
Staten Island Fresh Kills Landfill Cancer Lawsuit Lawyers
STATEN ISLAND, NY - September 14, 2020 - According to an online news report published on CNN.com, nineteen years after the 9/11 attack, Staten Island residents fear Staten Island's Fresh Kills inactive landfill contains 9/11 Ground Zero debris is causing cancer rates to spike in the borough. In March 2001, Staten Island residents … [Read more...] about Staten Island Fresh Kills Landfill Cancer Lawsuit Lawyers
Skin Cancer Risk In Taking Blood Pressure Medication
Blood Pressure Medication Cancer Risk. According to Medical News Today, a new study out of Denmark has revealed that a popular drug used to treat hypertension may seriously increase the risk of skin cancer. Anton Pottegård directed the study. Pottegård teaches clinical pharmacology at the University of Southern Denmark … [Read more...] about Skin Cancer Risk In Taking Blood Pressure Medication
Common Medication Gastric Cancer Risk
Common Medication Risk Of Gastric Cancer. A November article from Medscape reveals a concerning finding that the use of proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, may be linked to more than double the risk of developing gastric cancer. These substances are among some of the most purchased medications in the world. The relationship … [Read more...] about Common Medication Gastric Cancer Risk
Pratt & Whitney Named in First Lawsuit
Acreage Cancer Cluster Lawsuit Against Pratt & Whitney. Some residents of The Acreage have filed a class action lawsuit against Pratt & Whitney. Earlier this month, the Florida Health Department confirmed that a childhood cancer cluster exists in The Acreage. According to wsnv.com, Pratt & Whitney owned the … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney Named in First Lawsuit
Answers Sought in The Acreage Cancer Cluster
Probe Into The Cause of Acreage Cancer Cluster. Calls for a probe into the cause of a childhood cancer cluster in a Florida community called The Acreage are growing louder. The presence of the pediatric cancer cluster was confirmed earlier this week by The Florida Department of Health. The residents of The Acreage have … [Read more...] about Answers Sought in The Acreage Cancer Cluster
Childhood Cancer Cluster Confirmed in The Acreage in Florida
The Acreage Have Been Concerned Of Cancer Cluster Since Several Children Diagnosed With Cancer. The Florida Department of Health has confirmed a pediatric cancer cluster in The Acreage. According to The Miami Herald, an eight month study has found higher rates of brain tumors and brain cancer among children, especially girls. The … [Read more...] about Childhood Cancer Cluster Confirmed in The Acreage in Florida
Cell Phone Cancer Warnings Pushed in San Francisco
Possible Mandatory Cancer Warnings on Cell Phones. Officials in San Francisco are mulling possible mandatory cancer warnings on cell phones. According to a recent New York Times report, Mayor Gavin Newsom is expected to propose such an ordinance next month. If passed, San Francisco would become the first state to require such … [Read more...] about Cell Phone Cancer Warnings Pushed in San Francisco
Push on For Cell Phone Cancer Warning in Maine
Rep. Boland's Push a Warning Concerns Over Cell Phone Cancer Warning. A Maine lawmaker wants cell phones to carry a warning that they may cause brain cancer. According to an Associated Press report, if Rep. Andrea Boland, D-Sanford, has her way, Maine would become the first state to require a cell phone cancer … [Read more...] about Push on For Cell Phone Cancer Warning in Maine
Thyroid Cancer Rates Near Indian Point
High Rates Of Thyroid Cancer In Communities Near Indian Point. Communities around the Indian Point nuclear power plant in Westchester, NY have higher-than-normal rates of thyroid cancer, according to a study released Monday. The study found that rates of thyroid cancer in the four counties surrounding the Indian Point nuclear … [Read more...] about Thyroid Cancer Rates Near Indian Point
WHO Cell Phone Study Reveals Possible Cancer Link
Interphone Investigation Found A Link Between Cell Phone And Cancer. The World Health Organization (WHO) will soon unveil the results of a groundbreaking, $30 million investigation into cell phone dangers. According to media reports - the study known as the Interphone investigation- found evidence of a link between cell phones and … [Read more...] about WHO Cell Phone Study Reveals Possible Cancer Link
Senate to Look at Cell Phones, Cancer
There Has Been Much Controversy Regarding the Possible Links Between Cell Phone Use And Cancer. There has been much controversy regarding the possible links between cell phone use and cancer. Now, Iowa senator Tom Harkin, Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, will be looking into the matter, … [Read more...] about Senate to Look at Cell Phones, Cancer
The Acreage Investigation Points to Elevated Cancer Levels
Recent Study of The Acreage Cancer Levels. People living in one Florida community may be experiencing elevated levels of cancer, the state health department says. According to The Palm Beach Post, the findings of a recent study of cancer in The Acreage have prompted the Florida health department to launch a second phase of … [Read more...] about The Acreage Investigation Points to Elevated Cancer Levels
Unveiling of The Acreage Cancer Cluster Study Delayed
Study Being Conducted in The Acreage Has Been Canceled. A news conference slated for today to discuss the results of a cancer cluster study being conducted in a Florida community, The Acreage, has been canceled. According to The Palm Beach Post, release of the first phase of the study has been delayed so investigators can review … [Read more...] about Unveiling of The Acreage Cancer Cluster Study Delayed
Acreage Cancer Cluster Report Due
Acreage Community Are Waiting For The Study About Cancer Cluster. Residents of The Acreage are anxiously awaiting the result of a study to determine whether or not the Florida community constitutes a "cancer cluster". According to The Palm Beach Post, findings from the first phase of that study are slated to be released later this … [Read more...] about Acreage Cancer Cluster Report Due
The Acreage Cancer Scare: Tests Show Water, Soil at Two Schools OK
Water and Soil Samples taken from two Schools. Water and soil samples taken from two schools in The Acreage have tested negative for contaminants, according to a report on WPBF.com. Residents of The Acreage raised concerns earlier this summer that the Florida community might be the sight of a cancer cluster after several residents - … [Read more...] about The Acreage Cancer Scare: Tests Show Water, Soil at Two Schools OK
Tobacco Replacement Products Linked to Mouth Cancer
Tobacco Replacement Products Linked to Mouth and Throat Cancers. Nicotine-containing tobacco replacement products might be linked to mouth and throat cancers, according to a new study. The Scotsman reported that nicotine chewing gums and lozenges, meant to help consumers quit smoking via nicotine doses, might also be … [Read more...] about Tobacco Replacement Products Linked to Mouth Cancer
Possible Link Between Caffeine in Pregnancy and Cancer
Caffeine Might be Dangerous to Unborn Babies. A new study has found that caffeine might be dangerous to unborn babies. Mail Online reported that pregnant women who drink caffeinated drinks might be increasing the likelihood that their babies could develop leukemia. Leukemia is the most common cancer afflicting children, … [Read more...] about Possible Link Between Caffeine in Pregnancy and Cancer
Inorganic Phostate Salts Linked to Lung Cancer
Inorganic Phostate Salts May Increase Lung Tumor Growth. Inorganic phosphate salts, a common additive used in a variety of foods, may increase lung tumor growth in laboratory settings based on a study reported in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care, said the Daily Mail. The phosphates are used to increase water … [Read more...] about Inorganic Phostate Salts Linked to Lung Cancer
Kids Cell Phone Use Could Lead to Brain Cancer Epidemic
Young People May Suffer Brain Cancer Due To Cell Phone Use. Children and teens who use cell phones are five times more likely to get brain cancer, according to a new study. The new research raises fears that today's young people may suffer an "epidemic" of the brain cancer in later life. Concern has been growing about the health … [Read more...] about Kids Cell Phone Use Could Lead to Brain Cancer Epidemic
Cancer Patients Receive Insufficient Pain Therapy
Insufficient Pain Therapy Has Given To Cancer Patients. Among cancer patients, pain is one of the most common symptoms. Unfortunately, many cancer patients are not receiving sufficient and appropriate therapy for the pain caused by either or both their cancer or their cancer treatments; this, according to a study appearing … [Read more...] about Cancer Patients Receive Insufficient Pain Therapy
NSAIDs May Hide Prostate Cancer Risks
Pain Relievers Such As Aspirin and Ibuprofen Lowers The Levels Of a Protein In Man's Blood. U.S. researchers report that taking pain relievers such as aspirin and ibuprofen lowers the levels of a protein in a man's blood that doctors use to screen for prostate cancer. The researchers also said it is unclear if this means these men … [Read more...] about NSAIDs May Hide Prostate Cancer Risks
Tobacco Responsible for Over 2M US Cancer Cases
Tobacco Use is Responsible for 2.4 Million Cases of Cancer. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that tobacco use is responsible for 2.4 million cases of cancer in the United States from 1999 to 2004, with lung and bronchial cancer accounting for about half of all of the cancer cases. The CDC also … [Read more...] about Tobacco Responsible for Over 2M US Cancer Cases
Doctor Conducting Large Cell Phone Study after Releasing Cancer Advisory
Cell Phone Study Released Cancer Risks of Cell Phone Use Dr. Ronald Herberman, director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute and UPMC Cancer Centers, very recently made headlines by issuing a staff advisory on the potential cancer risks of cell phone use. Now Herberman is looking to create a research project focusing on … [Read more...] about Doctor Conducting Large Cell Phone Study after Releasing Cancer Advisory
Cancer Center Head Issues Warning on Cell Phone Use
Top Cancer Centers Cell Phone Warning. The head of one of the country's top cancer centers has warned his staff that cell phones could be dangerous to their health. Dr. Ronald B. Herberman, the director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute and UPMC Cancer Centers, issued an internal advisory memo to about 3,000 faculty … [Read more...] about Cancer Center Head Issues Warning on Cell Phone Use
Further Study Needed on Cell Phone Cancer Risks
Cell Phone Use Increases The Chances of Developing Cancer. Scientists have still not been able to say whether or not cell phone use increases the chances of developing cancer or health problems. The uncertainty over the health effects of cell phone use has created a great deal of controversy, and has left both consumers and medical … [Read more...] about Further Study Needed on Cell Phone Cancer Risks
Organ Transplants Can Transmit Cancer
Alex Koehne Parents Donated For Organ Transplants. When 15-year-old Alex Koehne died a year ago at Stony Brook University Medical Center, his parents donated his organs; and although Alex was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis, his organs were deemed healthy for transplantation. A month later, the Koehne’s were told by Stony Brook … [Read more...] about Organ Transplants Can Transmit Cancer
Cell Phone – Cancer Link Seen in Study
Another Cell Phone Study has Linked Use of the Devices to Cancer. Another cell phone study has linked use of the devices to cancer. According to a Tel Aviv University study, prolonged use of cellular phones is linked to cancer and people who use cell phones for lengthy periods of time every day are 50 percent more likely to develop … [Read more...] about Cell Phone – Cancer Link Seen in Study
France Issues Cell Phone Warning
French Government Warned Consumers About Cancer Risks In Cell Phone Use. The French government is warning consumers to avoid “excessive” cell phone use because of concerns that mobile phone use could increase the risk of some cancers. The French Ministry of Health, Youth and Sports said in a statement that it was … [Read more...] about France Issues Cell Phone Warning
Cell Phone Use Increases Mouth Cancer Risk
Cell Phone Use Raises the Risk of Mouth Cancer. Cell phone use raises the risk of mouth cancer, a new study has found. Five years of heavy use increased the chances of developing a tumor by around 50 percent compared with people who had never used a mobile phone, scientists found. The study is the latest to link cell phone use to a … [Read more...] about Cell Phone Use Increases Mouth Cancer Risk
Red Meat, Processed Meats Cancer Connection
Red Meat and Processed Meats Linked to Cancers. Red meat and processed meats have been linked to several types of cancers, including lung cancer and colorectal cancer, according to a report issued yesterday by US researchers. A study of half a million men and women found that those who ate the most red meat exhibited an increased … [Read more...] about Red Meat, Processed Meats Cancer Connection
Cancer Rates Higher in Night Shift Workers
Graveyard Shift Linked to an Increased Risk of Developing Cancer. Working the overnight shift has been linked to an increased risk of developing cancer. Though the association may seem a bit far fetched, research has found that men who work the overnight shift have higher rates of prostate cancer, while women have higher rates of … [Read more...] about Cancer Rates Higher in Night Shift Workers
Castine, Maine Cancer Rate Cause for Concern
The Castine, Maine Cancer Rate. The residents of Castine, Maine say that cancer is an all-too frequent occurrence in their peaceful seaside village. According to the Bangor News, the Castine Environmental Health Committee has identified 55 people in a town of 1, 390 people who have died or been diagnosed with cancer in the past five … [Read more...] about Castine, Maine Cancer Rate Cause for Concern
Increased Skin-Cancer Risk to Tanning Beds
Women Used Tanning Beds Were More Likely To Develop Melanoma. With spring breakers already boarding planes, and summer looming, some of us in the colder climates would do anything to get rid of that pasty-white winter look. But we should resist the urge to resort to a tanning bed. A report out this month in the … [Read more...] about Increased Skin-Cancer Risk to Tanning Beds
Study: Lung Cancer Screening Ineffective, Possibly Dangerous
JAMA Found That Lung Cancer Screening Has Not Had Benefits. A disheartening new study published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that lung-cancer screening done by CT scans has not had the life-saving benefits it was believed to have. In addition, use of CT scans may lead to … [Read more...] about Study: Lung Cancer Screening Ineffective, Possibly Dangerous
Increased Risk of Skin Cancer Associated with Driving
Driving May Increase The Risk Of Getting Skin cancer. A new study conducted at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine has found that time spent driving an automobile may increase the risk of getting skin cancer. The findings were presented today by Dr. Scott W. Fosko at the American Academy of Dermatology’s 2007 Annual Meeting … [Read more...] about Increased Risk of Skin Cancer Associated with Driving
Low-tar cigarettes don’t reduce cancer chances
Low-Tar Cigarettes Are Less Hazardous? The myth: Low-tar cigarettes are less hazardous to your health than regular cigarettes. The truth: Low-tar cigarettes, often labeled "light" or "ultra light," do not reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, research led by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology found. The … [Read more...] about Low-tar cigarettes don’t reduce cancer chances
Excessive Cancer Deaths Found Among IBM Manufacturing Employees
Details Of Cancer And Mortality Rates Among IBM Manufacturing Employees. A study by Dr. Richard Clapp an epidemiologist at Boston University School of Public health, and published in Environmental Health Journal has raised alarms with IBM employees and retirees. The study, called "Mortality among US employees of a large computer … [Read more...] about Excessive Cancer Deaths Found Among IBM Manufacturing Employees
Dover, activists await new study on cancer rates
New Study On Cancer Rates. The state Department of Health and Senior Services will soon undertake an analysis to determine if childhood cancer rates in the township were elevated for the years 2000 to 2005. Dr. Jerald A. Fagliano, an epidemiologist with the health department, said the analysis will get under way as soon … [Read more...] about Dover, activists await new study on cancer rates
Researchers Develop Testing Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer
New Study Of Identifying Families At High Risk Of Pancreatic Cancer. A new study by scientists at the University of Liverpool suggests there may be a way of identifying families at high risk of pancreatic cancer. The Liverpool research group called EUROPAC (European Registry Of Hereditary Pancreatitis And Familial Pancreatic … [Read more...] about Researchers Develop Testing Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer
New Imaging Technology Will Aid In Early Detection of Skin Cancer
Astron Clinica Developed An Skin Imaging Technology Which Can Look Under The Surface Of The Skin. A British company called Astron Clinica has developed a revolutionary skin-imaging technology which enables doctors to look under the surface of the skin. This invention is seen as particularly promising as means by which to detect … [Read more...] about New Imaging Technology Will Aid In Early Detection of Skin Cancer
Class-Action Lawsuit against Chemical Company Seeks Periodic Medical Testing
Workers From Chemical Company Died From Brain Tumors. Although the company conducted its own study in 2004 and claims to have found no significant links among a “cluster” of 15 sick workers at its research campus in Spring House. All of those workers have died from brain tumors except one. A total of five workers were … [Read more...] about Class-Action Lawsuit against Chemical Company Seeks Periodic Medical Testing
Incidence of Skin Cancer up Dramatically in Women Under 40
Skin Cancer Is Up Significantly Among Women. More and more studies are finding that, as a result of society’s preference for tan skin, the incidence of basal cell and squamous cell cancer in younger people is up significantly and has almost tripled among women under 40. This is a strong indication that young people are … [Read more...] about Incidence of Skin Cancer up Dramatically in Women Under 40
More Study Urged On firefighters’ Cancer
Firefighters’ Cancer, Chemicals In Training Might Be Responsible. Firefighters from several area counties some of them suffering from cancer and their families urged state health officials last night to find out whether chemicals they were exposed to in training at Millersville in the 1970s and possibly beyond might be … [Read more...] about More Study Urged On firefighters’ Cancer
Whole Milk and Lactose Linked To Ovarian Cancer
High Intakes Of Whole Milk And Lactose May Increase Risk Of Developing Ovarian Cancer. A review and analysis of 21 previous studies, published in the August 5 online issue of the International Journal of Cancer and available via Wiley InterScience at http://www.interscience.wiley.com/journal/ijc, suggests high intakes of whole milk … [Read more...] about Whole Milk and Lactose Linked To Ovarian Cancer
