Daryl Nelson
Researchers Find an Overuse of Prostate Cancer Treatment in older Men
Treatment isn’t always needed for older male patients with prostate cancer and a short life expectancy, according to researchers at the Yale School of Medicine.
New Prostate Cancer Med Extends Life by Nearly Five Months: Study
A study, conducted by pharmaceutical company Astellas Pharma Europe LTD, found when compared to patients prescribed a placebo, an investigational drug extended life by almost five months in men with advanced prostate cancer who already underwent chemotherapy treatment.
Early Balding Linked to an Enlarged Prostate
Are you losing your hair? You may want to have your prostate examined. A new study suggests that men who begin balding tend to have larger prostates.
Study: NSAID Usage May Raise The Risk of Prostate Cancer
Researcher in Finland found that the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) is linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer.
High-Grade Prostate Cancer Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic syndrome does not raise a mans risk of developing prostate cancer overall, but does raise their risk of aggressive prostate cancer, according to a report presented at the 27th Annual Congress of the European Association of Urology.
Prostate, Colon, Lung Cancer Rates Down
Cancer rates for lung, prostate and colon cancer has dropped significantly for men in the United States, according to the latest Cancer Facts & Figures report from the American Cancer Society.
Fast-Food Menu Calorie Counts Not Helpful to Consumers, Study Finds
Although fast food restaurants display calorie listings, researchers suggest that the listings don’t do a stellar job of assisting consumers with proper health food options.
Researchers Find Improper Condom Use is A Global Problem
Researchers are raising concerns about improper use of condoms in the United States and its implications in public health.
Recession, High Co-Pays Tied to Fewer Colonoscopy Screenings Among People with Private Insurance
The recent economic recession is the longest since World War II. With record joblessness, personal health care spending, particularly for preventative health services, has dropped dramatically.
Gallup: Overweight Americans Suffer From More Pain
Adults who are obese report higher rates of daily pain than those who are not, according to a recent Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index survey.
CDC: Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates are Down
Many people don’t get necessary cancer screening tests, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Study: Overweight Americans May Risk Kidney Damage When Attempting Weight Loss
The nutritional and lifestyle habits of overweight adults, including diets and diet pills, may be causing kidney damage, according to a new study published in the International Journal of Obesity.