Active surveillance of prostate cancer patients encouraged
Active surveillance is an effective way of monitoring patients with low-risk prostate cancer and is associated with a low risk for systemic progression, say researchers. (Source: MedWire News - Oncology)
Source: MedWire News - Oncology - January 1, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news

World Trade Center rescue workers may face increased cancer risk
People who were involved in the rescue and recovery operation at the World Trade Center are at an increased risk for certain types of cancer, including prostate, thyroid, and myeloma, study findings suggest. (Source: MedWire News - Oncology)
Source: MedWire News - Oncology - December 31, 2012 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news