08 | MD Anderson Cancer Center

Inflammatory protein converts glioblastoma cells into most aggressive version

August 29, 2013

Conditions in brain tumor environment trigger previously unexplained cellular transition and radiation resistance

MD Anderson News Release 08/29/13

A prominent protein activated by inflammation is the key instigator that converts glioblastoma multiforme cells to their most aggressive, untreatable form and promotes resistance to radiation therapy, an international team lead by researchers at The University of...

Promising screening tool for early detection of ovarian cancer

August 25, 2013

Blood test currently approved to find recurrence full of new possibility; invasive, high-grade disease uncovered at curable stage...

Study shows counseling via cell phone helps smokers with HIV/AIDS quit

August 15, 2013

Mobile phone connection improves cessation rates over traditional approach for vulnerable group

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Smoking cessation experts weigh in on e-cigarettes

August 14, 2013

E-cigarettes not yet proven safe; potential gateway to tobacco for youth

MD Anderson News Release 08/14/13

With the third and largest of the U.S. tobacco companies planning an e-cigarette product launch this fall, this next frontier for “Big Tobacco” provides renewed presence in a declining marketplace. It’s also a potential gateway to new smokers, particularly among teens and in emerging/foreign markets, according...