Colorectal Cancer News and Research

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Researchers discovers key genetic culprit responsible for growth, metastasis of colon cancer

Chronic inflammation has long been known as a key risk factor for cancer---particularly colon cancer---but the exact mechanisms of how inflammation heightens the immune response, and ultimately influences the initiation and progression of cancer have remained elusive.

12 Nov 2013

Research roundup: Pricing and the SHOP exchange; health use in rural vs. urban areas; the health law and AIDS care

Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and briefs.

11 Nov 2013

Volition’s NuQ-5mc assay detects 75% of patients with colorectal cancer

VolitionRx Limited, a life sciences company focused on developing blood-based diagnostic tests for different types of cancer, today announces the publication of preliminary data from an ongoing independent trial of one of its NuQ assays.

8 Nov 2013

Colorectal cancer screening rates remain too low, reveals new Vital Signs report

Colorectal cancer screening rates remain too low, with about one in three adults (ages 50 to 75 years) not being tested for colorectal cancer, according to a new Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

6 Nov 2013

New drug combination therapy effectively kills cancer cells

Results from a recent preclinical study have shown that a new drug combination therapy being developed at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center effectively killed colon, liver, lung, kidney, breast and brain cancer cells while having little effect on noncancerous cells. The results lay the foundation for researchers to plan a future phase 1 clinical trial to test the safety of the therapy in a small group of patients.

6 Nov 2013

Study: Interactions between inflammation and changes in gut microbiota may result in colon tumors

Transferring the gut microbes from a mouse with colon tumors to germ-free mice makes those mice prone to getting tumors as well, according to the results of a study published in mBio-, the online open-access journal of the American Society for Microbiology.

6 Nov 2013

Citizenship determines woman's odds of having mammogram and cancer tests

Citizenship, particularly for non-U.S. natives, largely determines a woman's odds of having a mammogram and being screened for cervical and colorectal cancer, according to new research released today at the American Public Health Association's 141st Annual Meeting in Boston.

5 Nov 2013

Researchers identify factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors

Tumors become highly malignant when they acquire the ability to colonize other tissues and form metastases. Researchers at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich have identified a factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors - and presents a possible target for therapy.

5 Nov 2013

Biothera announces top-line results from Phase 2b clinical trial in non-small cell lung cancer

Biothera announced today top-line results from its Phase 2b clinical trial in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that evaluated its immunotherapeutic drug candidate, Imprime PGG®, with cetuximab (Erbitux®), carboplatin and paclitaxel compared with the monoclonal antibody and chemotherapy combination alone.

5 Nov 2013

LMU researchers identify a factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors

Tumors become highly malignant when they acquire the ability to colonize other tissues and form metastases. Researchers at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet in Munich have identified a factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors - and presents a possible target for therapy.

4 Nov 2013

RI-MUHC researchers identify genetic changes that could pave way for early diagnosis of CRC

Diagnosing colorectal cancer is complex; it relies on significant invasive tests and subjective evaluations. This process may soon become much easier thanks to a medical breakthrough by scientists at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre.

31 Oct 2013

Eliza's Star multi-modal programs address gaps in healthcare

Eliza Corporation ("Eliza"), the pioneer and recognized leader in Health Engagement Management, today announced "Star 2014", a proactive member communication solutions suite that addresses key areas of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Star programs.

30 Oct 2013

Study investigates link between sedentary behavior and recurrence of colorectal adenomas

Men who spend the most time engaged in sedentary behaviors are at greatest risk for recurrence of colorectal adenomas, benign tumors that are known precursors of colorectal cancers, according to results presented here at the 12th Annual AACR International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research, held Oct. 27-30.

29 Oct 2013

Researchers identify possible causes of colorectal cancer resistance to bevacizumab drug

A University of Colorado Cancer Center study published in the journal PLOS ONE shows that when colorectal cancer is targeted by the drug bevacizumab (Avastin), tumors may switch dependence from VEGF-A, which is targeted by the drug, to related growth factors in including VEGF-C, VEGF-D and placental growth factor.

29 Oct 2013

Researchers publish comprehensive review of the benefits, risks of daily aspirin dosage

Researchers at Warwick Medical School have published the most comprehensive review of the benefits and risks of a daily dose of prophylactic aspirin and warn that greater understanding of side effects is needed.

25 Oct 2013

Gene-diet interaction may shed light on increased risk of colorectal cancer linked with meat consumption

A newly discovered potential gene-diet interaction for colorectal cancer was reported today (Thursday, Oct. 24) at the American Society of Human Genetics 2013 meeting in Boston.

25 Oct 2013

Scientists identify link between rare mutations in RINT1 gene and early onset breast cancer risk

An international team of scientists has identified an association between heritable, rare mutations in the RINT1 gene and increased risk of early onset breast cancer, according to research reported today (Oct. 24) at the American Society of Human Genetics 2013 annual meeting in Boston.

25 Oct 2013

Study identifies gene that raises risk for colorectal cancer from eating red or processed meat

A common genetic variant that affects 1 in 3 people significantly increases the risk of colorectal cancer from the consumption of red meat and processed meat, according to a study presented today at the annual American Society of Human Genetics 2013 meeting, the largest gathering of human geneticists in the world.

25 Oct 2013

Leukemia drug reverses symptoms of colitis in lab tests

A drug currently on the market to treat leukemia reversed symptoms of colitis in lab tests, according to recently published findings by medical researchers with the University of Alberta.

24 Oct 2013

Nanometric scale diamond particles offer new way to detect cancer far earlier

Real-time monitoring of cancer cell processes could soon be possible thanks to nanometric scale diamonds used as biosensors.

24 Oct 2013

Colorectal Cancer News and Research

Latest Colorectal Cancer News and Research

Researchers discovers key genetic culprit responsible for growth, metastasis of colon cancer

Research roundup: Pricing and the SHOP exchange; health use in rural vs. urban areas; the health law and AIDS care

Volition’s NuQ-5mc assay detects 75% of patients with colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer screening rates remain too low, reveals new Vital Signs report

New drug combination therapy effectively kills cancer cells

Study: Interactions between inflammation and changes in gut microbiota may result in colon tumors

Citizenship determines woman's odds of having mammogram and cancer tests

Researchers identify factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors

Biothera announces top-line results from Phase 2b clinical trial in non-small cell lung cancer

LMU researchers identify a factor that promotes metastasis of colon tumors

RI-MUHC researchers identify genetic changes that could pave way for early diagnosis of CRC

Eliza's Star multi-modal programs address gaps in healthcare

Study investigates link between sedentary behavior and recurrence of colorectal adenomas

Researchers identify possible causes of colorectal cancer resistance to bevacizumab drug

Researchers publish comprehensive review of the benefits, risks of daily aspirin dosage

Gene-diet interaction may shed light on increased risk of colorectal cancer linked with meat consumption

Scientists identify link between rare mutations in RINT1 gene and early onset breast cancer risk

Study identifies gene that raises risk for colorectal cancer from eating red or processed meat

Leukemia drug reverses symptoms of colitis in lab tests

Nanometric scale diamond particles offer new way to detect cancer far earlier

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