Archive for December, 2006

Compound in Abortion Pill May Prevent Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Wednesday, December 13th, 2006

By Ron Swerdfiger
The chemical compound in the “abortion pill” has been found to prevent the development of mammary tumors caused by the mutant gene responsible for the majority of breast and ovarian cancers, a group of scientists from UC Irvine reported.
The key compound, known as mifepristone, prevented breast tumors by inhibiting the production of progesterone. […]

Green Tea and Ovarian Cancer

Monday, December 11th, 2006

By Jon Stout
In recent years, scientists have given much attention to natural and alternative therapies for preventing and treating cancer. One of the most promising natural remedies is green tea. In study after study, green tea has been shown to prevent heart disease and several forms of cancer.
Green tea first gained notice because of the […]

Ovarian Cancer: Build a Winning Treatment Team

Monday, December 11th, 2006

By Steven Vasilev MD
If there is a diagnosis or strong suspicion of ovarian cancer, immediately go find a board certified gynecologic oncologist. This is a gynecologist who has undergone years of extra training and examinations to become board certified in the care of women with gynecologic cancers. This includes performing surgery, giving chemotherapy and recommending […]

Cervical Cancer: Relying on Pap Smears Alone for Cancer Prevention Can Kill You

Sunday, December 10th, 2006

By Steven Vasilev MD
Even though the test itself usually leads to no harm, what you do not know about Pap smears and over-reliance on reassuring results can be severely detrimental to your health. This, in fact, can kill you. The reasons for this seemingly shocking statement and other crucial things that a smart woman should […]