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Cardio fitness levels of breast cancer patients may affect survival
Women receiving care for breast cancer have significantly impaired cardio-pulmonary function that can persist for years after they have completed treatment, according to a study led by scientists at Duke University Medical Center.
May 24, 2012 -
Cholesterol-lowering drugs may slow benign prostate growth
Statins drugs prescribed to treat high cholesterol may also work to slow benign prostate growth in men who have elevated PSA levels, according to an analysis led by researchers at Duke University Medical Center.
May 21, 2012 -
Brain Cancer Patient Raises $38,000 for “Angels Among Us” Race in Durham
Running the Boston Marathon is a crowning achievement for many road racers, but Tom O’Donnell of Apex felt especially elated earlier this month when he lined up among the other 22,000 athletes for the prestigious event.
Apr. 24, 2012 -
Experts Identify Critical Genes Mutated in Stomach Cancer
An international team of scientists, led by researchers from the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School (Duke-NUS) in Singapore and National Cancer Centre of Singapore, has identified hundreds of novel genes that are mutated in stomach cancer, the second-most lethal cancer worldwide.
Apr. 9, 2012 -
Genetic Variation in East Asians Found to Explain Resistance to Cancer Drugs
A multi-national research team led by scientists at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School has identified the reason why some patients fail to respond to some of the most successful cancer drugs.
Mar. 18, 2012 -
Discovery Could Reduce Chemotherapy's Side Effects
A team of researchers at Duke University has determined the structure of a key molecule that can carry chemotherapy and anti-viral drugs into cells, which could help to create more effective drugs with fewer effects to healthy tissue.
Mar. 11, 2012 -
Dedication of the Duke Cancer Center Ushers in New Era of Patient Care
A major achievement in patient-centered cancer care was celebrated with the dedication of the Duke Cancer Center, the new facility that will be the hub for Duke's preeminent cancer care, clinical research, and education.
Feb. 23, 2012 -
Belk Inc. Donates $1 Million to Establish The Belk Boutique at the Duke Cancer Center
Belk, Inc., has announced a $1 million gift over five years to establish a boutique in the new Duke Cancer Center that will provide fashions, cosmetics, and other items selected for the specific needs of cancer patients.
Feb. 15, 2012 -
Heart Disease May Be a Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer
In a large analysis of men participating in a prostate drug trial, researchers at the Duke Cancer Institute found a significant correlation between coronary artery disease and prostate cancer, suggesting the two conditions may have shared causes.
Feb. 8, 2012 -
Headphone Music Eases Anxiety During Prostate Biopsies
Tuning in to tune out may be just what's needed for men undergoing a prostate biopsy, according to researchers at the Duke Cancer Institute.
Jan. 9, 2012
