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Lowering GI Toxicities in Gynecologic Cancers

March 1st 2017, 9:47pm

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Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) proved to lower the incidence of gastrointestinal toxicities in patients with gynecologic malignancies, according to the results from a recent study.

Study Examines Racial Disparities in Cervical Cancer Death Rates

February 8th 2017, 7:38pm

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A racial disparity exists among patients who die from cervical cancer, according to the results from a recent study.

As HPV-Related Cancer Rates Rise, Vaccination Numbers Remain Low

January 27th 2017, 10:02pm

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From stigma to convenience, there are many reasons why people do not get the HPV vaccine, although it can prevent some types of cancer. Lois Ramondetta, M.D., discusses updated recommendations and hopes for getting more young people vaccinated.

Researchers Found a New Cervical Cancer Subtype

January 24th 2017, 7:25pm

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A new subtype of cervical cancer was found that does not express the HPV oncogene.

Treatment Method Shows Local Control of Cervical Cancer

December 29th 2016, 10:48pm

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Computed-tomography (CT)-planned high-dose-rate (HDR) intracavitary brachytherapy (BT) showed excellent local control for patients with stage 1 or 2 cervical cancer, according to a recent study.

Leveling the Playing Field for LGBT Patients

December 1st 2016, 1:01am

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The National LGBT Cancer Network is making cancer screenings more available to a high-risk, underserved population.

HPV-Vaccinated Women Can Undergo Cervical Cancer Screening Less Frequently

November 17th 2016, 6:52pm

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Women who were vaccinated against HPV do not need to be screened for cervical cancer as often, according to a recent study.

Many Patients With Cervical Cancer Missing Out on Standard of Care

November 11th 2016, 12:25am

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Fewer than half the women with advanced cervical cancer are receiving standard of care.

Regular Cervical Cancer Screening Reduces Mortality by 83 Percent

September 30th 2016, 11:57pm

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A recent study found a correlation between frequent cervical cancer screenings and decreased mortality.

Cervical Cancer Survivor Offers Advice for During and After Treatment

March 8th 2016, 1:53am

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For Gail Powell, helping others through her cervical cancer treatment was, in turn, one of the biggest things she did to help herself.

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