Cancer. Discover the latest in cancer news, research, clinical studies, health and prevention tips for both men and women from Dr. David Samadi. Explore latest news on cancer treatment, detection and prevention in common cancers such as lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer, kidney cancer, throat cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and other cancers.
Scientists from University College Londonhave designed a chemical compound that has reduced the growth of pancreatic cancer tumors by 80 percent in treated mice. Published in Nature Scientific Reports. Study was funded by the UK charity, Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund, the UCL team, and led by professor Stephen Neidle.
Read MoreIs cancer hiding in your home? Many findings over the last decade have revealed hidden cancer agents contained in the chemicals present in household products. Here are 10 products you need to think twice about keeping around.
Read Moreead and neck cancers usually begin in the squamous cells inside the mouth, the nose, and throat. These types of cancers of the head and neck are usually referred to as squamous cell carcinomas. They can also start in the salivary glands, but this is much less common.
Read MoreLeukemia is a complex disease and is a random killer. The disease can strike anyone at any time, making many people at risk. One of the most prominent treatments for leukemia is a bone marrow transplant. How common is this? Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreA special welcome to Dr. Michael Misialek as the newest contributor to SamadiMD.com. Dr. Misialek is a renowned pathologist practicing in all areas, including cancer. Here he explores pancreatic cancer and what patients need to know.
Read MoreIn the U.S., endometrial cancer is the most common cancer of the female reproductive organ. It is a type of cancer that starts in the endometrium, which is located on inner lining of the uterus. It may sometimes be referred to as uterine cancer.
Read MoreIn 2012, a significant report was released from the American Cancer Society which showed that major strides are being made in the right against cancer in the United States. An estimated 12 million people in the United States have cancer, with 2015 projections being an estimated 1.7 million people.
Read MoreMany patients who have been diagnosed with cancer and presented with their options, rarely understand how to read and interpret their pathology report. Of course, it's important to have a specialist that explains all the components but it's also critical that you know how to read that report as well.
Read MoreA new drug treatment may help slow or even cure advanced Melanoma, one of the deadliest cancers and the most deadly skin cancer. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreMelanomas are the most aggressive type of skin cancer. Most melanomas are found at an early stage when they are highly treatable and curable. About 84 percent of cutaneous melanomas are found at a localized stage, where the five-year relative survival rate is 98 percent
Read MoreUsing tumor tissue from cancer patients, researchers have grown miniature colons that have successfully replicated key properties of the original tumors. What could this mean? We explore.
Read MoreHarvard and Northwestern University have discovered a potentially powerful predictive test for cancer. We explore.
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