Drug Improves Survival and Quality of Life for People with Myelofibrosis
Ruxolitinib shrinks swollen spleens, eases debilitating symptoms of incurable malignancy
MD Anderson News Release 02/29/12
A drug that relieves the severe symptoms of a life-threatening bone marrow cancer called myelofibrosis also improves the survival of patients with the disease, according to a phase III clinical trial published in the March 1 edition of New England Journal of Medicine.
"The Phase...
Aurora-A Hinders Tumor-Suppressor to Allow Chemotherapy Resistance
UT MD Anderson scientists find molecular path of protein associated with hard-to-treat cancers
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Blocking Telomerase Kills Cancer Cells but Provokes Resistance, Progression
Study shows resilient cells lengthen telomeres by other means; identifies targets to defeat effect
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Telomere Failure, Telomerase Activation Drive Prostate Cancer Progression
Study employs mouse models, genomic analysis of human tumors, to identify genetic changes
MD Anderson News Release 02/20/12
Genomic instability caused by an erosion of the protective caps on chromosomes, followed by activation of an enzyme that reinforces those caps, allows malignant cells to evade destruction and acquire more deadly characteristics, researchers report in an Online Now article at the journal Cell...
Reformulated Imatinib Eliminates Morphine Tolerance in Lab Studies
MD Anderson research shows promise for patients suffering from chronic pain.
MD Anderson News Release 02/19/12
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Study Explains High Platelets in Ovarian Cancer Patients; Survival Reduced
Researchers identify cycle: Tumors stimulate platelet production, which strengthens the disease
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Fetal Exposure to Radiation Increases Risk of Testicular Cancer
Mouse study is first to show an external cause for increasingly common cancer
MD Anderson News Release 02/13/12
Male...
Move in Minutes: Smart Tips to Minimize Sitting
UT MD Anderson experts encourage adults to reduce sedentary behavior.
MD Anderson News Release 02/08/12
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John Mendelsohn Faculty Center Pays Tribute to Institution's Third Full-Time President
John Mendelsohn Faculty Center Pays Tribute to Institution's Third Full-Time President
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UT MD Anderson Regional Care Center in the Bay Area Now Offers Surgery
Surgical Oncologist Returns to Area, Bringing Specialized Skills, Experience
MD Anderson News Release 2/06/12
Long-time...