BPO's Ludwig to perform in Washington Oct 6, 2009
Lantos, who died in February 2008 from esophageal cancer complications, was a noted human rights advocate and activist. The Ludwigs were selected because of Mark s involvement as founding director of the , a group that focuses on pieces composed by Gideon Klein and other Terezin concentration camp survivors. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Bluffton pitcher finds strength after tragedy Oct 5, 2009
" Kay, now 21, says he is "lucky" to not have nightmares and other post-trauma effects. A series of family crises, his father says, had prepared him for this one. At age 7, Kay watched his mom, Robin, battle esophageal cancer and lose 70 pounds before recovering three years later. Between ages 10 and 18, Kay attended the funerals of three grandparents then another one far more unexpected. His mom's twin, his favorite aunt, was 49 when she suffered a brain stem hemorrhage at dinner time and was... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Donal McLaughlin Jr., helped design United Nations logo Oct 3, 2009
Mr. McLaughlin, who was 102, had esophageal cancer. A Yale University-trained architect and interior designer, Mr. McLaughlin was recruited to the Office of Strategic Services, the wartime precursor to the CIA. He was assigned to the OSS s presentation branch as chief of its graphics division and worked on visual presentations for the Joint Chiefs of Staff and more espionage-oriented fare such as cigarette-paper packages with instructions for derailing German trains. (Boston Globe)
Taking Sharper Aim At Stomach Ulcer Bacteria Oct 1, 2009
13, 2008) Some bacteria may help protect against the development of a type of esophageal cancer, known as adenocarcinoma, according to a new review of the medical literature. These bacteria, which are called. (Science Daily)
Community participates in health care 'conversation' Oct 1, 2009
Diagnosed with esophageal cancer in December 2007, Howard received two rounds of chemotherapy before being going into hospice care after doctors gave him six months to live. Asked if there were any alternative therapies, he was told no.. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Health Care and the Poor Sep 30, 2009
In 2005, I entered a near fatal battle with esophageal cancer. Through high quality medical treatment and the grace of God, I am two years in remission. (Townhall.com)
Does Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy prevent gastric cancer? Sep 26, 2009
World Journal of Gastroenterology (WJG), a leading international journal in gastroenterology and hepatology, has established a reputation for publishing first class research on esophageal cancer, gastric cancer, liver cancer, viral hepatitis, colorectal cancer, and H. pylori infection and provides a forum for both clinicians and scientists. WJG has been indexed and abstracted in Current Contents/Clinical Medicine, Science Citation Index Expanded (also known as SciSearch) and Journal Citation... (EurekAlert!)
Acid Reflux Doesn't Just Cause Heartburn Sep 25, 2009
The most serious consequence of chronic acid reflux is esophageal cancer ... It's estimated that almost will die from esophageal cancer this year ... Fifty years ago, more than 95% of esophageal cancers were "squamous cell" - the kind caused by smoking and excess alcohol use. (CBS News -- Health)
Obesity could become top cancer cause Sep 25, 2009
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Obesity on verge of becoming top cancer cause Sep 25, 2009
People with big bellies also have more acid in their stomachs, which can lead to stomach, intestinal or esophageal cancer. Still, not all experts said obesity would produce skyrocketing cancer rates in the near future. (MSNBC -- Health)
OPAXIO(TM) Phase II Trial in Esophageal Cancer to be Presented in Proffered Session at the International Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology Annual Meeting Sep 24, 2009
SEATTLE, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (CTI) (Nasdaq and MTA: CTIC) announced today that data from a Phase II study from Brown University of OPAXIO(TM) (paclitaxel poliglumex) combined with standard cisplatin and concurrent radiation in patients with advanced esophageal cancer will be presented by Dr. Howard Safran in an oral Proffered Papers session at the Annual Meeting of the International Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on... (PR Newswire)
Bernie Fuchs, 76; illustrator of magazines defined an era Sep 22, 2009
Bernie Fuchs, 76, an illustrator whose influential work for magazines ranging from Cosmopolitan to Sports Illustrated seamlessly blended qualities of traditional narrative with hints of abstract composition, died of esophageal cancer Thursday at a care facility in Fairfield, Conn. He lived in nearby Westport. (Boston Globe)
Pivotal Registration Trial of OPAXIO Maintenance Therapy in First-Line Ovarian Cancer Reaches Enrollment Milestone of 600 patients, Cell Therapeutics and the Gynecologic Oncology Group Discuss Potential for Early Interim Analysis Sep 22, 2009
In addition, given the encouraging results of treatment of advanced esophageal cancer with OPAXIO to be reported at the upcoming International Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology Annual Meeting, CTI plans on meeting with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to discuss an additional registration study utilizing OPAXIO as a radiation sensitizer in the treatment of advanced esophageal cancer ... Specifically, the risks and uncertainties that could affect the development of pixantrone include... (PR Newswire)
Cancer series opens with latest treatments Sep 19, 2009
Her clinical focus at the Arizona Cancer Center is minimally invasive treatment of lung and esophageal cancer and unusual tumors of the chest. Starting with statistics, Meyerson said the leading cause of cancer deaths for men and women in the U.S. is from lung cancer. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Does The Distance A Patient Has To Travel Affect Where They Choose To Get Their Care? Sep 15, 2009
For example, travel distance increased 72 percent for patients with esophageal cancer, compared to 17 percent for patients with colon cancer. "Our study demonstrated that the increase in travel distance was a direct result of the trend toward centralization at high volume centers," adds Elin Sigurdson, M.D. Ph. (Science Daily)
Minimally Invasive Treatment Found Effective For Esophageal Cancer Sep 14, 2009
"In 20 percent of esophageal cancer cases in the United States, the cancer is detected in the early stages," says Ganapathy Prasad, M.D., gastroenterologist and lead author on the study. "Traditionally, esophageal cancer patients undergo a complicated surgery to remove the esophagus. Our team compared surgery to the use of endoscopic therapy, where a scope is inserted in the esophagus and the cancer cells are shaved off. Our results showed the less-invasive therapy was just as effective as... (Science Daily)
Beware of heartburn or Acid Reflux! Sep 8, 2009
The risk for esophageal cancer is 3. 5 times higher with alcohol consumption, 2. (India Times, India)
New Therapy Spares Organ in Early Esophageal Cancer Sep 3, 2009
This is good news, as esophageal cancer arising from Barrett's esophagus is increasing in frequency faster than any other cancer in the United States, and 90 percent of patients die within five years of being diagnosed, according to a news release from the Mayo Clinic. Esophageal cancer is diagnosed in its early stages about 20 percent of the time, Dr. Ganapathy Prasad, of the department of gastroenterology and hepatology at the Mayo Clinic and lead author on the study, published in the... (MEDLINEplus)
New Prognostic Marker For Human Breast Cancer Sep 1, 2009
He said, "GLI1, a mediator of the so-called 'hedgehog' signaling pathway, has previously been implicated in the development of different human tumor entities. We've found a positive, significant association between overexpression of GLI1 and unfavorable overall survival outcome in human breast cancer. This association has not been reported anywhere else so far, but similar tendencies were recently shown in human esophageal cancer". The researchers studied samples of 229 invasive breast... (Science Daily)
Family man known for dedication to goals Aug 30, 2009
Even a diagnosis of esophageal cancer two years ago didn't hold him back. To keep his hope alive, he began medical treatments, dove into tough projects at work and was thankful for his family's love. (AZCentral -- News)
Senior robbed by relatives while on death bed Aug 29, 2009
Eveyln Roth was suffering from esophageal cancer and given only months to live. She was faint, delusional and, at some point, convinced to sign a power of attorney by relatives. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Where's the Bailout for Cancer Patients? Aug 28, 2009
Earlier this year, I helplessly watched a dear friend and patient die from esophageal cancer, both of us knowing that only 22 million dollars each year - about $1,500 per death - was being spent by the NCI on the disease annually. One reason is that patients with esophageal cancer dont have a strong advocacy group to push for their fair share of the funding pie. (CBS News -- Health)
Protein May Identify Deadlier Breast Cancer Aug 27, 2009
Overexpression of GLI1 has also been implicated in esophageal cancer, the researchers noted. "Taken together, these results support a role of GLI1 as a new prognostic biomarker in breast cancer," Dahl said. (MEDLINEplus)
Daily Drinking May Raise Cancer Risk Aug 25, 2009
When it came to esophageal cancer, for instance, men who drank one to six times per week had an 83 percent higher risk than teetotalers and less-frequent drinkers, while daily drinkers had a three-fold higher risk. In addition, when the researchers looked only at daily drinkers, the risks generally increased with the number of years the men had been at it. (Newsmax)
When your pet dies, consider grief counseling Aug 24, 2009
After many tests and a second opinion, she was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. A mass in her throat prevented her from eating and drinking. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Letter: Support for Tims dream did not go unnoticed Aug 22, 2009
This foundation was started by family and friends following Tim s death at the age of 22 from esophageal cancer in August of 2005. Many young adult cancer patients have seen a dream realized because of the vision of Tim. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
'Miracle' veteran misse00004000d by many Aug 21, 2009
Moore plans a memorial Saturday for Haag, a homeless World War II veteran who died of esophageal cancer in June at age 87. "He didn't realize it, but he was just as much a blessing to me as he thought I was to him," said Moore, 65, who volunteers with the local chapter of National Veterans Homeless Support Inc.. (Florida Today)
Obituaries in the news Aug 12, 2009
(AP) - Former Florida Supreme Court Justice Wade Hopping, who became one of the state's most prominent lobbyists, died Tuesday from complications of a stroke and esophageal cancer, his law firm announced. He died a day before his 78th birthday. (Anchorage Daily News)
Charles Gwathmey; famed N.Y. architect helped define Modernism movement; at 71 Aug 6, 2009
The cause was esophageal cancer, said Mr. Gwathmey s stepson, Eric Steel. Mr. Gwathmey was part of a generation of architects who put their aesthetic stamp on the high Modernist style developed in the early 20th century by Le Corbusier and others. (Boston Globe)
Heavy Drinkers Face Significantly Increased Cancer Risk Aug 5, 2009
Their findings show that people in the highest consumption category increased their risk of developing oesophageal cancer sevenfold, colon cancer by 80% and even lung cancer by 50 ... "We compared people who drank heavily to our reference group, who abstained or drank only very occasionally. We also looked for trends across our categories: non-drinkers, weekly drinkers and daily drinkers. The results were astounding. "We saw increased risk for esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, colon cancer,... (Science Daily)
Heavy lifting Aug 4, 2009
In the summer of 2007, Murphy s father, James - who had taught him how to play sports and never missed one of his son s games - was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and died six months later. Murphy was devastated. (Boston Globe)
Heavy drinkers at higher risk of cancer Aug 4, 2009
The first-ever study to establish link between drinking and cancer shows that heavy drinkers face higher risk 00004000 of developing oesophageal cancer sevenfold, colon cancer by 80% and lung cancer by 50 ... "We saw increased risk for esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and prostate cancer. The strongest risk was for esophageal and liver cancer," she said. (India Times, India)
Physician, Heal Thyself! Aug 4, 2009
Despite his cheerful demeanor, he delivered a very intimidating message a 15 percent chance of surviving esophageal cancer - if they followed the traditional approach to treatment. After that initial prognosis, we had a constant tug of war between my family and the insurance company. (Townhall.com)
Tourney, Rockin fundraiser reminder Aug 1, 2009
Tourney for Tim; Rockin for Roberts began in Aug., 2005, as the North Andover community bandied together to help raise money for Timothy Patrick Roberts, a 2002 North Andover High School graduate who was battling esophageal cancer. The charities proved to be a monumental success, but Roberts condition took a turn for the worse. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Call Medical Radio - Esophageal Cancer (Part 1 of 2) (125) Jul 30, 2009
Call Medical Radio - Esophageal Cancer (Part 1 of 2) ... Doctor Ridgeway is the Dean of Clinical Faculty at the Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and he and Doctor Holm discuss esophageal cancer. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Norman R. Skille Jul 30, 2009
Norman Richard Skille, 79, of Stone Lake, passed away at his home Wednesday, July 22, 2009, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Norman was born March 24, 1930, in Crystal Lake Township, the son of John and Helen (Ruppel) Skille. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Stephen F. Salvato Jul 28, 2009
Memorials preferred to Virginia Piper Cancer Institute for the Esophageal Cancer Fund, 800 East 28th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407. Loading commenting interface. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Retired CSU administrator Bob Bess dies at 74 Jul 27, 2009
The cause was esophageal cancer, said his son, Robert. Mr. Bess served eight months as interim vice president in charge of California State University, Fresno, in 1979-1980, and was credited with raising campus morale and improving relations between the campus and community after then-Fresno State President Norman A. Baxter was ousted. (Fresno Bee)
Spirit of North Andover: Fifth annual Tourney for Tim, Rockin for Roberts returns Aug. 8 Jul 24, 2009
The fundraisers began in 2005, when North Andover resident Tim Roberts was in the midst of a prolonged battle with esophageal cancer. Roberts, a beloved 2002 North Andover High School graduate, was first diagnosed with esophageal cancer in the summer of 2004, coming as a shock for both family and friends ... Then on Aug. 25, 12 days after the charities took place, Roberts lost his battle with esophageal cancer. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Brent Everett Hicks (2) Jul 20, 2009
He had been battling esophageal cancer for some time, and died at Community Medical Hospital in Missoula. Brent was born Feb. 13, 1955 in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Gerald and Marjorie Hicks. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Heavy Drinking Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer Jul 15, 2009
"Certain cancers are commonly associated with alcohol -- head and neck cancer, esophageal cancer, breast cancer," Lichtenfeld said. "Similar consistent information in regard to prostate cancer and alcohol really doesn't exist. But this was a well-defined and carefully developed study, an excellent opportunity to help answer that question.". (MEDLINEplus)
Obituaries for Tuesday, July 14, 2009 Jul 14, 2009
Loren The Barber L. Weiss, 69, of Tomah and Sun Prairie died Monday, July 13, 2009, of esophageal cancer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church at Indian Creek. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
SFO to name hub after late US Rep. Tom Lantos Jul 14, 2009
Lantos died in February 2008 at the age 80 of esophageal cancer. . (San Francisco Chronicle)
* [HEALTH] When acid reflux is only part of the problem Jul 7, 2009
Misdiagnosis of bile reflux and failure to control it can result in serious, sometimes life-threatening problems X stomach ulcers that bleed and Barretts esophagus, a possible precursor to esophageal cancer. Yet misdiagnosis is common, and even when the condition is properly identified, doctors are often fatalistic about its management. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Catholic officials investigate whether woman was saved by N.O. priest's miracle Jul 1, 2009
According to the Baltimore Sun report, Heibel, 71, was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2003 and underwent surgery. But a year later, doctors found cancer in a lymph node. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Reeling in a Dream Fishing Derby recap Jun 27, 2009
The derby raised close to $8,000 in memory of the late Timothy Patrick Roberts, a 2002 North Andover High School graduate, who passed away from esophageal cancer in Aug. 2005. The money raised will be donated to the Roberts Reeling in a Dream Fund, which aims to improve the quality of life for young adult cancer patients. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Local seniors on a mission of Mercy Jun 25, 2009
Gernette died of esophageal cancer in February 1998. He worked at WSAW-TV (Channel 7 in Wausau) up until a few weeks before he died. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
The SEC Is Too Lax on CEO Health Disclosure Jun 25, 2009
In 2006, Frank Lanza, the CEO of defense contractor L-3 Communications (), was recovering from surgery on his esophagus, supposedly for acid reflux, when he died suddenly of esophageal cancer, a condition about which L-3 investors were ignorant. Page. (BusinessWeek)
John Holder, 86, war vet ran Hapeville business Jun 23, 2009
John Martin Holder Sr., 86, of Hapeville died Saturday from complications of esophageal cancer at Sacred Journey Hospice in McDonough. The funeral is 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hapeville First United Methodist Church. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
* Cancer still top killer in Taiwan: DOH Jun 18, 2009
Rounding out the top 10 were breast cancer, stomach cancer, oral cancer, prostate cancer, cervical cancer, esophageal cancer and pancreatic cancer. This story has been viewed 484 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Chemical Fingerprint Of Barrett's Esophagus Identified Jun 18, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 17, 2009) Canadian Light Source (CLS) staff scientist Luca Quaroni and Dr. Alan Casson, Head of the Department of Surgery at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) used the synchrotron's infrared microscope to identify tissue afflicted with a condition known as Barrett's Esophagus from chemical fingerprints associated with the disease, which can lead to esophageal cancer ... (May 31, 2006) Two new Mayo Clinic studies draw attention to the risk factors and possible genetic... (Science Daily)
Web sites boost connections in crises Jun 16, 2009
At age 45, the father of two learned he had esophageal cancer. He had surgery to remove a tumor and began chemotherapy and radiation. (CNN -- Health)
The story of the century Jun 5, 2009
There have been a few things in need of fixing over the years, Gentilhomme admits, including being treated for esophageal cancer in 1987. He's undergone two hernia operations and took a nasty fall on a tennis court 15 years ago, sustaining a concussion that kept him out of action for a year. (Boston Globe)
Stool Test May Detect Many Cancers Jun 4, 2009
Using just a stool sample, doctors may now be able to detect colon and many other cancers of the digestive tract including stomach, pancreatic, bile duct and esophageal cancer, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday ... It found 65 percent of esophageal cancers, 62 percent of pancreatic cancers and 75 percent of bile duct and gallbladder cancers. (Newsmax)
Stool Test Shows Promise in Detecting Many Cancers Jun 4, 2009
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Using just a stool sample, doctors may now be able to detect colon and many other cancers of the digestive tract including stomach, pancreatic, bile duct and esophageal cancer, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday ... It found 65 percent of esophageal cancers, 62 percent of pancreatic cancers and 75 percent of bile duct and gallbladder cancers. (MEDLINEplus)
Simple stool test may detect many cancers Jun 3, 2009
CHICAGO - Using just a stool sample, doctors may be able to detect colon and many other cancers of the digestive tract including stomach, pancreatic, bile duct and esophageal cancer, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday ... The stool sample test found 65 percent of esophageal cancers, 62 percent of pancreatic cancers and 75 percent of bile duct and gallbladder cancers. (MSNBC -- Health)
NEJM study finds radiofrequency ablation can reverse Barrett's esophagus, reduce cancer risk Jun 3, 2009
A common result of prolonged gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett's esophagus is associated with increased risk for esophageal cancer ... "The current standard of care for Barrett's esophagus has been watchful waiting or surveillance -- delaying surgery until the first sign of cancer. This study offers powerful evidence that treatment using radiofrequency ablation can help prevent esophageal cancer by completely reversing overall Barrett's esophagus and its more severe tissue changes, or... (EurekAlert!)
Paclitaxel Poliglumex (OPAXIO(TM)) Added to Cisplatin and Radiation Produces 45% Pathologic Complete Remissions in Patients With Esophageal Cancer Jun 3, 2009
5 Gy of radiation is the standard pre-surgical therapy for patients with potentially resectable, locally-advanced esophageal cancer. Although the addition of chemotherapy to radiation is beneficial, the cure rate for esophageal cancer is low ... Standard neoadjuvant treatment for esophageal cancer uses a regimen of cisplatin, and fluorouracil (5-FU) chemotherapy with concurrent radiation, a regimen associated with a 15% to 17% pathologic CR rate (complete elimination of the cancer in the... (PR Newswire)
Heat Therapy May Help Prevent Esophageal Cancer May 29, 2009
Barrett's esophagus patients benefit from destruction of abnormal cells, study shows. Wednesday, May 27, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Technique Eradicates Problems In Most Patients With Barrett's Esophagus May 29, 2009
"Patients with Barrett's esophagus can go on to develop esophageal cancer," says Steven A. Edmundowicz, M.D., lead investigator at the study site at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis ... The risk of progressing from Barrett's esophagus to esophageal cancer is approximately 1 percent for those with low-grade dysplasia and 6 percent for those with high-grade disease ... "Additional follow-up will be necessary to demonstrate the true effectiveness of radiofrequency ablation in... (Science Daily)
The Disparity In Cancer Research Funding May 28, 2009
Twenty-eight-year-old Andrew Lesser has esophageal cancer, one of the fastest-growing but least funded types of cancer in the United States ... He's battling esophageal cancer, which gets just a tiny slice of the cancer research pie ... Esophageal cancer survivor. (CBS News)
Study shows treatment curbs throat cancer May 28, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Zapping away abnormal, precancerous cells in the throat may lower the risk of later developing esophageal cancer, the first major study to test this technique finds ... Barrett's sufferers are 30 times as likely as others to develop esophageal cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease. (AZCentral -- News)
Radiofrequency Ablation — Great for Some or Justified for Many? May 28, 2009
1,2 This type of esophageal cancer develops from a precursor lesion known as Barrett's esophagus, a condition in which the normal squamous esophageal lining is replaced by columnar epithelium containing intestinal metaplasia. In a small subgroup of patients, Barrett's esophagus may undergo a transition from low-grade or high-grade dysplasia to esophageal adenocarcinoma. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Heat found effective against throat condition May 28, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Zapping away abnormal, precancerous cells in the throat may lower the risk of later developing esophageal cancer, the first major study to test this technique finds ... Scientists do not know what causes esophageal cancer, but some suspect smoking, drinking, and obesity may play a role. (Boston Globe)
Study in the New England Journal of Medicine Shows Non-Surgical Treatment for Pre-Cancerous Condition of Esophagus is Effective and Reduces Risk for Cancer Development May 28, 2009
"Our results reported in the Journal are very promising, demonstrating superiority of ablation therapy for eliminating Barrett's and dysplasia, as well as reducing the rate of disease progression to more severe forms of dysplasia and esophageal cancer. This and data from other recent trials may ultimately change the paradigm for how gastroenterologists manage their patients with this disease." ... Tissue samples (biopsies) were obtained from the esophagus at regular intervals for one year after... (PR Newswire)
