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NCI awards $1M grant for 1st heavy ion radiation center in U.S.

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has awarded the University of Texas Southwestern a $1 million planning grant to develop research proposals for the first heavy ion radiation therapy research center in the U.S.

February 17, 2015

New tracer could help HNSCC patients avoid surgery

By Wayne Forrest

With the help of a novel radiotracer, researchers were able to accurately identify sentinel lymph nodes in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), potentially reducing the number of patients who need to undergo selective neck dissection.

February 15, 2015

New research suggests possible cure for HPV+ oropharyngeal cancer

By Donna Domino

It may be possible for some patients with human papillomavirus-positive oropharyngeal cancer to be cured, even after the disease has spread to other organs, Canadian researchers reported today at the International Conference on Innovative Approaches in Head and Neck Oncology in Nice, France.

February 12, 2015

Lumina HealthCare offers oral brush biopsy test

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Lumina HealthCare, an onsite dental care services provider based in Los Angeles, has announced that it is now offering the oral brush biopsy diagnostic test.

February 11, 2015

Study produces 1st comprehensive genomic map of HNC

By Donna Domino

Researchers have identified genomic changes in head and neck cancers (HNCs) caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), according to a new study in the journal Nature. The findings could provide detailed explanations of how HPV infection and smoking play roles in HNC risk and disease development and also offer diagnostic and treatment therapies.

February 4, 2015

Family history of early cancer is HNC risk factor in young adults

By Donna Domino

In the largest investigation on the role of major risk factors for head and neck cancers (HNC) in young adults, researchers found that these cancers are more likely the result of inherited factors, rather than lifestyle factors such as smoking or drinking alcohol, according to a new study in the International Journal of Epidemiology.

February 2, 2015

BPA exposure during pregnancy may raise baby's risk of diabetes, heart disease

By Donna Domino

Exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) during pregnancy can cause oxidative damage that may put the baby at risk of developing diabetes or heart disease later in life, according to a new study in Endocrinology.

January 29, 2015

Dr. Califf named FDA deputy commissioner for medical products, tobacco

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Robert Califf, MD, has been appointed the FDA deputy commissioner for medical products and tobacco.

January 25, 2015

Football legend Jim Kelly now cancer-free

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

After a recurrence of oral cancer in 2014, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly is now cancer-free.

January 21, 2015

UB researchers develop device to find, destroy cancer cells

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Researchers at the University at Buffalo (UB) are designing a new biomedical device that could make chemotherapy more efficient, reduce its side effects, and improve the treatment of oral and other cancers.

January 21, 2015

Study: Heavy smokers should be checked for head/neck cancer

By Donna Domino

In addition to being screened for lung cancer, heavy smokers should also be checked for head and neck cancer to improve early detection and survival, according to a new study by University of Pittsburgh researchers in the journal Cancer.

January 21, 2015

Anthem offers 3rd dental cleaning to pregnant members, patients with diabetes

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is now offering an additional dental cleaning per benefit period for certain plan members who are pregnant or who have diabetes.

January 20, 2015

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