(491,1,'2013-06-24 13:34:23','2013-06-24 13:34:23','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%>Women</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. Bevers, MD, of the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.\r\n\r\nContinuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBlood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Dgital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nProstate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>50?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td> 60?s and up</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Bone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:34:23','2013-06-24 13:34:23','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/68-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(404,1,'2013-08-14 16:42:53','2013-08-14 20:42:53','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\n\nMedical Check up Check List:\n<table border=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\n<th width=\"45%\">Women</th>\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\n</tr>\n</thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">20?s</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20 Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearlyChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.&nbsp;</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29 Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">30?s</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39 Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35<strong>Continuing Care:</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Clinical Breast Exam</span></li>\n	<li>Pap Smear</li>\n	<li>Pelvic exam</li>\n</ul>\n</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\n</tr>\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\n<td valign=\"top\">40?s</td>\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. Bevers, MD, of the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.<strong>Continuing Care:</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Clinical Breast Exam</span></li>\n	<li>Pap Smear</li>\n	<li>Pelvic exam</li>\n	<li>Thyroid test</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 years Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 4 5Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40 Digital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Prostate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">50?s</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 years<strong><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Continuing Care:</span></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Eye Exam</span></li>\n	<li>Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)</li>\n	<li>Pap Smear</li>\n	<li>Pelvic exam</li>\n	<li>Thyroid test</li>\n	<li>Bone Density</li>\n	<li>Blood Glucose</li>\n</ul>\n</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 years<strong><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Continuing Care:</span></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Eye Exam</span></li>\n	<li>Bone Density</li>\n	<li>Blood Glucose</li>\n	<li>Digital Rectal Exam</li>\n	<li>Prostate Screening</li>\n</ul>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">60?s and up</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65 Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75<strong><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Continuing Care:</span></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)</span></li>\n	<li>Pap Smear</li>\n	<li>Pelvic exam</li>\n	<li>Thyroid test</li>\n	<li>Bone Density</li>\n	<li>Blood Glucose</li>\n</ul>\n</td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65 Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75<strong><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Continuing Care:</span></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\">Bone Density</span></li>\n	<li>Blood Glucose</li>\n	<li>Digital Rectal Exam</li>\n	<li>Prostate Screening</li>\n</ul>\n</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 16:42:53','2013-08-14 20:42:53','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/68-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(490,1,'2013-06-20 19:11:42','2013-06-20 19:11:42','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td><strong> </strong><strong>Age</strong></td>\r\n<th></th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\" valign=\"top\"> Women</th>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><strong>Men </strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)\r\n\r\nPelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35Continuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45\r\n\r\nMammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. Bevers, MD, of the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.\r\n\r\nContinuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBlood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nDgital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nProstate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>50?s</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye Exam\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye Exam\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td> 60?s and up</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:11:42','2013-06-20 19:11:42','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/68-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(405,1,'2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','','Stress Reducers','','inherit','open','open','','69-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','',69,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/69-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(406,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:37','2013-05-30 18:35:37','','Happiness','','inherit','open','open','','70-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:37','2013-05-30 18:35:37','',70,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/70-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(407,1,'2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','','Throat Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','65-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','',65,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/65-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(408,1,'2013-06-20 19:16:08','2013-06-20 19:16:08','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n2. Health and treatment history\r\n\r\n<span>3. Copies of reports<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span>Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</span>\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Questions\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is Throat Cancer?</strong>\r\n\r\nThroat cancer refers to cancerous tumors that develop in your throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx) or tonsils.\r\n\r\nYour throat is a muscular tube that begins behind your nose and ends in your neck. Your voice box sits just below your throat and is also susceptible to throat cancer. The voice box is made of cartilage and contains the vocal cords that vibrate to make sound when you talk. Throat cancer can also affect the piece of cartilage (epiglottis) that acts as a lid for your windpipe. Tonsil cancer, another form of throat cancer, affects the tonsils, which are located on the back of the throat.\r\n\r\nYou can reduce your risk of throat cancer by not smoking, not chewing tobacco and limiting alcohol use.\r\n\r\n<strong>Throat Cancer Symptoms:</strong>\r\n\r\nSigns and symptoms of throat cancer may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A cough</li>\r\n	<li>Changes in your voice, such as hoarseness</li>\r\n	<li>Difficulty swallowing</li>\r\n	<li>Ear pain</li>\r\n	<li>A lump or sore that doesn’t heal</li>\r\n	<li>A sore throat</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>When to see a doctor:</strong> Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent. Most throat cancer symptoms aren’t specific to cancer, so your doctor will likely investigate other more common causes first. For more information on the cause of throat cancer, check out the <a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oral-and-throat-cancer/DS00349/DSECTION=causes\" target=\"_blank\">Mayo Clinic</a>.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span>What is Throat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> or </span><span>Esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></span></strong>*</span></span>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>affects the esophagus<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>the hollow, muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. It is the most rapidly increasing type of</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in the United States. </span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>There are two main types of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinomas arise in the flat, scale<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>like cells that line the esophagus and usually occur in the upper and middle part of the esophagus. Adenocarcinomas usually develop in glandular tissue in the lower part of the esophagus. Treatment is similar for both types. </span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">By far, tobacco and alcohol use are the strongest risk factors for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, accounting for more than 90 percent of such cases. The causes of esophageal adenocarcinoma are more diverse, but are led by overweight and <a id=\"_GPLITA_3\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">gastroesophageal reflux</a>, a problem in which stomach contents frequently back up into the esophagus. </span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>People with a pre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer</span>ous condition called </span><strong>Barrett’s esophagus</strong><span> face a far greater than average risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>, although not all people with Barrett’s go on to develop<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when tissues at the bottom of the esophagus become irritated as a result of reflux. Over time, cells in the irritated part of the esophagus may change and begin to resemble the cells that line the stomach.</span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"> </span>\r\n<h3><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>: Some Key Research From Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Research Center</span></h3>\r\nThrough the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a><span><span>, which is based at the Hutchinson Center, our researchers collaborate with colleagues at the University of Washington and other institutions on studies aimed at improving the lives of people living with the condition. The program includes an experienced clinical team that cares for patients with Barrett’s esophagus; a laboratory team that investigates the genetic and cell<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>cycle abnormalities that lead to</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in Barrett’s esophagus; and epidemiologists who explore genetic and environmental risk factors that may cause Barrett’s esophagus and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>.</span>\r\n\r\nOur investigators are also active members of the Barrett’s and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium (BEACON), an international group of investigators who pool data and resources to investigate possible causes of the conditions and ways to prevent it.\r\n\r\n<span>Among its accomplishments, the Hutchinson Center team of investigators has shown that a systematic, multidisciplinary approach to early<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>detection can boost the five<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year survival rate for esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>from about 10 percent to more than 80 percent.</span>\r\n\r\nOther promising research findings from the Seattle team, all of which require additional research, suggest that reducing obesity and quitting smoking also may prevent progression of Barrett’s.\r\n\r\nTo read more about the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a>. »\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span><span>Determining esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer </span>risk</span></strong>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li>In the first and longest observational study of its kind, Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span><span> and colleagues found that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may significantly reduce the risk of esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>among people with Barrett’s esophagus. The eight<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year study found that current users of NSAIDs faced one<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>third the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma as compared to patients who never used the drugs. </span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2005/11/07/aspirin_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li><span>People with the most aggressive form of Barrett’s esophagus may benefit the most from preventive therapy with aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, according to research led by Drs. Patricia Galipeau, Xiaohong Li, and Brian Reid. </span><span>The researchers also identified a cluster of four known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers, or genetic abnormalities, in people with Barrett’s that significantly increases their risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. The researchers found that those with three or more of those<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers upon enrollment in the study who also used aspirin or other NSAIDs had a 30 percent risk of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>after 10 years. By contrast, those with the same biomarkers who did not use NSAIDs had a 79 percent risk of developing<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>within a decade of joining the study. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2007/02/27/aspirin_study.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal obesity is a strong risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, according to a study led by Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span> and colleagues. Aside from chronic reflux, there is scant knowledge about the cause of Barrett’s, and Vaughan’s study was one of the first to look at the association between the condition and multiple measures of obesity. The observations suggest weight loss might be a fruitful approach to preventing Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/pubs/center_news/2007/oct/art3_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span>*Fred Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span>Research Center<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span></span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org\">www.fhcrc.org</a>\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”><img height=”1? width=”1? src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&#038;guid=ON&#038;script=0? style=”border-style:none;” /></div>\r\n</noscript>','Throat Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','65-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:16:08','2013-06-20 19:16:08','',65,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/65-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(409,1,'2013-06-20 19:16:33','2013-06-20 19:16:33','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li><span>Copies of reports<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span>Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</span></li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is Throat Cancer?</strong>\r\n\r\nThroat cancer refers to cancerous tumors that develop in your throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx) or tonsils.\r\n\r\nYour throat is a muscular tube that begins behind your nose and ends in your neck. Your voice box sits just below your throat and is also susceptible to throat cancer. The voice box is made of cartilage and contains the vocal cords that vibrate to make sound when you talk. Throat cancer can also affect the piece of cartilage (epiglottis) that acts as a lid for your windpipe. Tonsil cancer, another form of throat cancer, affects the tonsils, which are located on the back of the throat.\r\n\r\nYou can reduce your risk of throat cancer by not smoking, not chewing tobacco and limiting alcohol use.\r\n\r\n<strong>Throat Cancer Symptoms:</strong>\r\n\r\nSigns and symptoms of throat cancer may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A cough</li>\r\n	<li>Changes in your voice, such as hoarseness</li>\r\n	<li>Difficulty swallowing</li>\r\n	<li>Ear pain</li>\r\n	<li>A lump or sore that doesn’t heal</li>\r\n	<li>A sore throat</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>When to see a doctor:</strong> Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent. Most throat cancer symptoms aren’t specific to cancer, so your doctor will likely investigate other more common causes first. For more information on the cause of throat cancer, check out the <a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oral-and-throat-cancer/DS00349/DSECTION=causes\" target=\"_blank\">Mayo Clinic</a>.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span>What is Throat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> or </span><span>Esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></span></strong>*</span></span>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>affects the esophagus<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>the hollow, muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. It is the most rapidly increasing type of</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in the United States. </span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>There are two main types of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinomas arise in the flat, scale<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>like cells that line the esophagus and usually occur in the upper and middle part of the esophagus. Adenocarcinomas usually develop in glandular tissue in the lower part of the esophagus. Treatment is similar for both types. </span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">By far, tobacco and alcohol use are the strongest risk factors for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, accounting for more than 90 percent of such cases. The causes of esophageal adenocarcinoma are more diverse, but are led by overweight and <a id=\"_GPLITA_3\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">gastroesophageal reflux</a>, a problem in which stomach contents frequently back up into the esophagus. </span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>People with a pre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer</span>ous condition called </span><strong>Barrett’s esophagus</strong><span> face a far greater than average risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>, although not all people with Barrett’s go on to develop<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when tissues at the bottom of the esophagus become irritated as a result of reflux. Over time, cells in the irritated part of the esophagus may change and begin to resemble the cells that line the stomach.</span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"> </span>\r\n<h3><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>: Some Key Research From Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Research Center</span></h3>\r\nThrough the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a><span><span>, which is based at the Hutchinson Center, our researchers collaborate with colleagues at the University of Washington and other institutions on studies aimed at improving the lives of people living with the condition. The program includes an experienced clinical team that cares for patients with Barrett’s esophagus; a laboratory team that investigates the genetic and cell<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>cycle abnormalities that lead to</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in Barrett’s esophagus; and epidemiologists who explore genetic and environmental risk factors that may cause Barrett’s esophagus and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>.</span>\r\n\r\nOur investigators are also active members of the Barrett’s and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium (BEACON), an international group of investigators who pool data and resources to investigate possible causes of the conditions and ways to prevent it.\r\n\r\n<span>Among its accomplishments, the Hutchinson Center team of investigators has shown that a systematic, multidisciplinary approach to early<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>detection can boost the five<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year survival rate for esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>from about 10 percent to more than 80 percent.</span>\r\n\r\nOther promising research findings from the Seattle team, all of which require additional research, suggest that reducing obesity and quitting smoking also may prevent progression of Barrett’s.\r\n\r\nTo read more about the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a>. »\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span><span>Determining esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer </span>risk</span></strong>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li>In the first and longest observational study of its kind, Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span><span> and colleagues found that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may significantly reduce the risk of esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>among people with Barrett’s esophagus. The eight<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year study found that current users of NSAIDs faced one<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>third the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma as compared to patients who never used the drugs. </span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2005/11/07/aspirin_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li><span>People with the most aggressive form of Barrett’s esophagus may benefit the most from preventive therapy with aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, according to research led by Drs. Patricia Galipeau, Xiaohong Li, and Brian Reid. </span><span>The researchers also identified a cluster of four known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers, or genetic abnormalities, in people with Barrett’s that significantly increases their risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. The researchers found that those with three or more of those<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers upon enrollment in the study who also used aspirin or other NSAIDs had a 30 percent risk of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>after 10 years. By contrast, those with the same biomarkers who did not use NSAIDs had a 79 percent risk of developing<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>within a decade of joining the study. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2007/02/27/aspirin_study.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal obesity is a strong risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, according to a study led by Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span> and colleagues. Aside from chronic reflux, there is scant knowledge about the cause of Barrett’s, and Vaughan’s study was one of the first to look at the association between the condition and multiple measures of obesity. The observations suggest weight loss might be a fruitful approach to preventing Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/pubs/center_news/2007/oct/art3_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span>*Fred Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span>Research Center<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span></span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org\">www.fhcrc.org</a>\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”><img height=”1? width=”1? src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&guid=ON&script=0? style=”border-style:none;” /></div>\r\n</noscript>','Throat Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','65-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:16:33','2013-06-20 19:16:33','',65,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/65-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(410,1,'2013-08-14 16:32:39','2013-08-14 20:32:39','<h2>Newly Diagnosed with Throat Cancer? Start your education here.</h2>\n<span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\n<ol>\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\n	<li><span>Copies of reports<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span>Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</span></li>\n	<li>Calendar</li>\n	<li>Progress</li>\n	<li>Questions</li>\n	<li>Insurance</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>What is Throat Cancer?</h2>\nThroat cancer refers to cancerous tumors that develop in your throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx) or tonsils.\n\nYour throat is a muscular tube that begins behind your nose and ends in your neck. Your voice box sits just below your throat and is also susceptible to throat cancer. The voice box is made of cartilage and contains the vocal cords that vibrate to make sound when you talk. Throat cancer can also affect the piece of cartilage (epiglottis) that acts as a lid for your windpipe. Tonsil cancer, another form of throat cancer, affects the tonsils, which are located on the back of the throat.\n\nYou can reduce your risk of throat cancer by not smoking, not chewing tobacco and limiting alcohol use.\n<h2>Throat Cancer Symptoms</h2>\nSigns and symptoms of throat cancer may include:\n<ul>\n	<li>A cough</li>\n	<li>Changes in your voice, such as hoarseness</li>\n	<li>Difficulty swallowing</li>\n	<li>Ear pain</li>\n	<li>A lump or sore that doesn’t heal</li>\n	<li>A sore throat</li>\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\n</ul>\nWhen to see a doctor: Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent. Most throat cancer symptoms aren’t specific to cancer, so your doctor will likely investigate other more common causes first. For more information on the cause of throat cancer, check out the <a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oral-and-throat-cancer/DS00349/DSECTION=causes\" target=\"_blank\">Mayo Clinic</a>.\n<h2>What is Throat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> or </span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>*</h2>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n	<li>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>affects the esophagus<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>the hollow, muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. It is the most rapidly increasing type of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in the United States.</li>\n	<li>There are two main types of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinomas arise in the flat, scale<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>like cells that line the esophagus and usually occur in the upper and middle part of the esophagus. Adenocarcinomas usually develop in glandular tissue in the lower part of the esophagus. Treatment is similar for both types.</li>\n	<li>By far, tobacco and alcohol use are the strongest risk factors for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, accounting for more than 90 percent of such cases. The causes of esophageal adenocarcinoma are more diverse, but are led by overweight and <a id=\"_GPLITA_3\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">gastroesophageal reflux</a>, a problem in which stomach contents frequently back up into the esophagus.</li>\n	<li>People with a pre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer</span>ous condition called Barrett’s esophagus face a far greater than average risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>, although not all people with Barrett’s go on to develop<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when tissues at the bottom of the esophagus become irritated as a result of reflux. Over time, cells in the irritated part of the esophagus may change and begin to resemble the cells that line the stomach.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>: Some Key Research From Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Research Center</h2>\nThrough the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a>, which is based at the Hutchinson Center, our researchers collaborate with colleagues at the University of Washington and other institutions on studies aimed at improving the lives of people living with the condition. The program includes an experienced clinical team that cares for patients with Barrett’s esophagus; a laboratory team that investigates the genetic and cell<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>cycle abnormalities that lead to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in Barrett’s esophagus; and epidemiologists who explore genetic and environmental risk factors that may cause Barrett’s esophagus and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>.\n\nOur investigators are also active members of the Barrett’s and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium (BEACON), an international group of investigators who pool data and resources to investigate possible causes of the conditions and ways to prevent it.\n\nAmong its accomplishments, the Hutchinson Center team of investigators has shown that a systematic, multidisciplinary approach to early<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>detection can boost the five<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year survival rate for esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>from about 10 percent to more than 80 percent.\n\nOther promising research findings from the Seattle team, all of which require additional research, suggest that reducing obesity and quitting smoking also may prevent progression of Barrett’s.\n\nTo read more about the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a>. »\n<h2>Determining esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer </span>risk</h2>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n	<li>In the first and longest observational study of its kind, Dr. Thomas Vaughan and colleagues found that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may significantly reduce the risk of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>among people with Barrett’s esophagus. The eight<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year study found that current users of NSAIDs faced one<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>third the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma as compared to patients who never used the drugs. <a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2005/11/07/aspirin_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\n	<li>People with the most aggressive form of Barrett’s esophagus may benefit the most from preventive therapy with aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, according to research led by Drs. Patricia Galipeau, Xiaohong Li, and Brian Reid. The researchers also identified a cluster of four known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers, or genetic abnormalities, in people with Barrett’s that significantly increases their risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. The researchers found that those with three or more of those<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers upon enrollment in the study who also used aspirin or other NSAIDs had a 30 percent risk of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>after 10 years. By contrast, those with the same biomarkers who did not use NSAIDs had a 79 percent risk of developing<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>within a decade of joining the study. <a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2007/02/27/aspirin_study.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\n	<li>Abdominal obesity is a strong risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, according to a study led by Dr. Thomas Vaughan and colleagues. Aside from chronic reflux, there is scant knowledge about the cause of Barrett’s, and Vaughan’s study was one of the first to look at the association between the condition and multiple measures of obesity. The observations suggest weight loss might be a fruitful approach to preventing Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. <a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/pubs/center_news/2007/oct/art3_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n*Fred Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Research Center<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org\">www.fhcrc.org</a>\n\n<noscript>\n&amp;amp;amp;lt;div style=”display:inline;”&amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;lt;img height=”1? width=”1? src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;script=0? style=”border-style:none;” /&amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;lt;/div&amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;gt;&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;\n</noscript>','Throat Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','65-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 16:32:39','2013-08-14 20:32:39','',65,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/65-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(489,1,'2013-06-20 19:16:48','2013-06-20 19:16:48','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li><span>Copies of reports<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span>Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</span></li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<strong>What is Throat Cancer?</strong>\r\n\r\nThroat cancer refers to cancerous tumors that develop in your throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx) or tonsils.\r\n\r\nYour throat is a muscular tube that begins behind your nose and ends in your neck. Your voice box sits just below your throat and is also susceptible to throat cancer. The voice box is made of cartilage and contains the vocal cords that vibrate to make sound when you talk. Throat cancer can also affect the piece of cartilage (epiglottis) that acts as a lid for your windpipe. Tonsil cancer, another form of throat cancer, affects the tonsils, which are located on the back of the throat.\r\n\r\nYou can reduce your risk of throat cancer by not smoking, not chewing tobacco and limiting alcohol use.\r\n\r\n<strong>Throat Cancer Symptoms:</strong>\r\n\r\nSigns and symptoms of throat cancer may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A cough</li>\r\n	<li>Changes in your voice, such as hoarseness</li>\r\n	<li>Difficulty swallowing</li>\r\n	<li>Ear pain</li>\r\n	<li>A lump or sore that doesn’t heal</li>\r\n	<li>A sore throat</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>When to see a doctor:</strong> Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent. Most throat cancer symptoms aren’t specific to cancer, so your doctor will likely investigate other more common causes first. For more information on the cause of throat cancer, check out the <a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oral-and-throat-cancer/DS00349/DSECTION=causes\" target=\"_blank\">Mayo Clinic</a>.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span>What is Throat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> or </span><span>Esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></span></strong>*</span></span>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>affects the esophagus<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>the hollow, muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. It is the most rapidly increasing type of</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in the United States. </span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>There are two main types of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinomas arise in the flat, scale<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>like cells that line the esophagus and usually occur in the upper and middle part of the esophagus. Adenocarcinomas usually develop in glandular tissue in the lower part of the esophagus. Treatment is similar for both types. </span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">By far, tobacco and alcohol use are the strongest risk factors for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, accounting for more than 90 percent of such cases. The causes of esophageal adenocarcinoma are more diverse, but are led by overweight and <a id=\"_GPLITA_3\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">gastroesophageal reflux</a>, a problem in which stomach contents frequently back up into the esophagus. </span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><span>People with a pre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer</span>ous condition called </span><strong>Barrett’s esophagus</strong><span> face a far greater than average risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>, although not all people with Barrett’s go on to develop<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when tissues at the bottom of the esophagus become irritated as a result of reflux. Over time, cells in the irritated part of the esophagus may change and begin to resemble the cells that line the stomach.</span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"> </span>\r\n<h3><span>Esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>: Some Key Research From Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Research Center</span></h3>\r\nThrough the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a><span><span>, which is based at the Hutchinson Center, our researchers collaborate with colleagues at the University of Washington and other institutions on studies aimed at improving the lives of people living with the condition. The program includes an experienced clinical team that cares for patients with Barrett’s esophagus; a laboratory team that investigates the genetic and cell<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>cycle abnormalities that lead to</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>in Barrett’s esophagus; and epidemiologists who explore genetic and environmental risk factors that may cause Barrett’s esophagus and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>.</span>\r\n\r\nOur investigators are also active members of the Barrett’s and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium (BEACON), an international group of investigators who pool data and resources to investigate possible causes of the conditions and ways to prevent it.\r\n\r\n<span>Among its accomplishments, the Hutchinson Center team of investigators has shown that a systematic, multidisciplinary approach to early<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>detection can boost the five<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year survival rate for esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>from about 10 percent to more than 80 percent.</span>\r\n\r\nOther promising research findings from the Seattle team, all of which require additional research, suggest that reducing obesity and quitting smoking also may prevent progression of Barrett’s.\r\n\r\nTo read more about the <a href=\"http://www.seattle.barrettsresearch.org/\">Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Research Program</a>. »\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span><span>Determining esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">cancer </span>risk</span></strong>\r\n<ul type=\"disc\">\r\n	<li>In the first and longest observational study of its kind, Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span><span> and colleagues found that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may significantly reduce the risk of esophageal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>among people with Barrett’s esophagus. The eight<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>year study found that current users of NSAIDs faced one<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>third the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma as compared to patients who never used the drugs. </span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2005/11/07/aspirin_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li><span>People with the most aggressive form of Barrett’s esophagus may benefit the most from preventive therapy with aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">-</span>inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, according to research led by Drs. Patricia Galipeau, Xiaohong Li, and Brian Reid. </span><span>The researchers also identified a cluster of four known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers, or genetic abnormalities, in people with Barrett’s that significantly increases their risk of developing esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. The researchers found that those with three or more of those<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>biomarkers upon enrollment in the study who also used aspirin or other NSAIDs had a 30 percent risk of esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>after 10 years. By contrast, those with the same biomarkers who did not use NSAIDs had a 79 percent risk of developing<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>within a decade of joining the study. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/ne/news/2007/02/27/aspirin_study.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal obesity is a strong risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, according to a study led by Dr. Thomas Vaughan<span> and colleagues. Aside from chronic reflux, there is scant knowledge about the cause of Barrett’s, and Vaughan’s study was one of the first to look at the association between the condition and multiple measures of obesity. The observations suggest weight loss might be a fruitful approach to preventing Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. </span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org/about/pubs/center_news/2007/oct/art3_barretts.html\">Learn more.</a> »</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span>*Fred Hutchinson<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span>Research Center<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> – </span></span></span><a href=\"http://www.fhcrc.org\">www.fhcrc.org</a>\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”><img height=”1? width=”1? src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&guid=ON&script=0? style=”border-style:none;” /></div>\r\n</noscript>','Throat Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','65-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:16:48','2013-06-20 19:16:48','',65,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/65-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(411,1,'2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','','Skin Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','62-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','',62,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/62-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(486,1,'2013-06-20 19:14:00','2013-06-20 19:14:00','<h3>52 Proven Stress Reducers</h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Get up fifteen minutes earlier in the morning. The inevitable morning mishaps will be less stressful.</li>\r\n	<li>Prepare for the morning the evening before. Set the breakfast table, make lunches, put out the clothes you plan to wear, etc.</li>\r\n	<li>Don\'t rely on your memory. Write down appointment times, when to pick up the laundry, when library books are due, etc.</li>\r\n	<li>Do nothing which, after being done, leads you to tell a lie.</li>\r\n	<li>Make duplicates of all keys. Bury a house key in a secret spot in the garden and carry a duplicate car key in your wallet, apart from your key ring.</li>\r\n	<li>Practice preventive maintenance. Your car, appliances, home, and relationships will be less likely to break down/fall apart \"at the worst possible moment.\"</li>\r\n	<li>Be prepared to wait. A paperback can make a wait in a post office line almost pleasant.</li>\r\n	<li>Procrastination is stressful. Whatever you want to do tomorrow, do today; whatever you want to do today, do it now.</li>\r\n	<li>Plan ahead. Don\'t let the gas tank get below one-quarter full; keep a well-stocked \"emergency shelf\" of home staples; don\'t wait until you\'re down to your last bus token or postage stamp to buy more; etc.</li>\r\n	<li>Don\'t put up with something that doesn\'t work right. If your alarm clock, wallet, shoe laces, windshield wipers - whatever- are a constant aggravation, get them fixed or get new ones.</li>\r\n	<li>Allow 15 minutes of extra time to get to appointments. Plan to arrive at an airport one hour before domestic departures.</li>\r\n	<li>Eliminate (or restrict) the amount of caffeine in your diet.</li>\r\n	<li>Always set up contingency plans, \"just in case.\" (\"If for some reason either of us is delayed, here\'s what we\'ll do. . .\" kind of thing. Or, \"If we get split up in the shopping center, here\'s where we\'ll meet.\")</li>\r\n	<li>Relax your standards. The world will not end if the grass doesn\'t get mowed this weekend.</li>\r\n	<li>Pollyanna-Power! For every one thing that goes wrong, there are probably 10 or 50 or 100 blessings. Count \'em!</li>\r\n	<li>Ask questions. Taking a few moments to repeat back directions, what someone expects of you, etc., can save hours. (The old \"the hurrieder I go, the behinder I get,\" idea.)</li>\r\n	<li>Say \"No!\" Saying \"no\" to extra projects, social activities, and invitations you know you don\'t have the time or energy for takes practice, self-respect, and a belief that everyone, everyday, needs quiet time to relax and be alone.</li>\r\n	<li>Unplug your phone. Want to take a long bath, meditate, sleep, or read without interruption? Drum up the courage to temporarily disconnect. (The possibility of there being a terrible emergency in the next hour or so is almost nil.) Or use an answering machine.</li>\r\n	<li>Turn \"needs\" into preferences. Our basic physical needs translate into food, water, and keeping warm. Everything else is a preference. Don\'t get attached to preferences.</li>\r\n	<li>Simplify, simplify, simplify. . .</li>\r\n	<li>Make friends with non-worriers. Nothing can get you into the habit of worrying faster than associating with chronic worrywarts.</li>\r\n	<li>Get up and stretch periodically if your job requires that you sit for extended periods.</li>\r\n	<li>Wear earplugs. If you need to find quiet at home, pop in some earplugs.</li>\r\n	<li>Get enough sleep. If necessary, use an alarm clock to remind you to go to bed.</li>\r\n	<li>Create order out of chaos. Organize your home and workspace so that you always know exactly where things are. Put things away where they belong and you won\'t have to go through the stress of losing things.</li>\r\n	<li>When feeling stressed, most people tend to breathe short, shallow breaths. When you breathe like this, stale air is not expelled, oxidation of the tissues is incomplete, and muscle tension frequently results. Check your breathing throughout the day, and before, during, and after high-pressure situations. If you find your stomach muscles knotted and your breathing is shallow, relax all your muscles and take several deep, slow breaths.</li>\r\n	<li>Writing your thoughts and feelings down (in a journal, or on paper to be thrown away) can help you clarify things and can give you a renewed perspective</li>\r\n	<li>Try the following yoga technique whenever you feel the need to relax. Inhale deeply through your nose to the count of eight. Then, with lips puckered, exhale very slowly through your mouth to the count of 16, or for as long as you can. Concentrate on the long sighing sound and feel the tension dissolve. Repeat 10 times.</li>\r\n	<li>Inoculate yourself against a feared event. Example: before speaking in public, take time to go over every part of the experience in your mind. Imagine what you\'ll wear, what the audience will look like, how you will present your talk, what the questions will be and how you will answer them, etc. Visualize the experience the way you would have it be. You\'ll likely find that when the time comes to make the actual presentation, it will be \"old hat\" and much of your anxiety will have fled.</li>\r\n	<li>When the stress of having to get a job done gets in the way of getting the job done, diversion - a voluntary change in activity and/or environment - may be just what you need.</li>\r\n	<li>Talk it out. Discussing your problems with a trusted friend can help clear your mind of confusion so you can concentrate on problem solving.</li>\r\n	<li>One of the most obvious ways to avoid unnecessary stress is to select an environment (work, home, leisure) which is in line with your personal needs and desires. If you hate desk jobs, don\'t accept a job which requires that you sit at a desk all day. If you hate to talk politics, don\'t associate with people who love to talk politics, etc.</li>\r\n	<li>Learn to live one day at a time.</li>\r\n	<li>Every day, do something you really enjoy.</li>\r\n	<li>Add an ounce of love to everything you do.</li>\r\n	<li>Take a hot bath or shower (or a cool one in summertime) to relieve tension.</li>\r\n	<li>Do something for somebody else.</li>\r\n	<li>Focus on understanding rather than on being understood; on loving rather than on being loved.</li>\r\n	<li>Do something that will improve your appearance. Looking better can help you feel better.</li>\r\n	<li>Schedule a realistic day. Avoid the tendency to schedule back-to-back appointments; allow time between appointments for a breathing spell.</li>\r\n	<li>Become more flexible. Some things are worth not doing perfectly and some issues are fine to compromise upon.</li>\r\n	<li>Eliminate destructive self-talk: \"I\'m too old to. . .,\" \"I\'m too fat to. . .,\" etc.</li>\r\n	<li>Use your weekend time for a change of pace. If your work week is slow and patterned, make sure there is action and time for spontaneity built into your weekends. If your work week is fast-paced and full of people and deadlines, seek peace and solitude during your days off. Feel as if you aren\'t accomplishing anything at work? Tackle a job on the weekend which you can finish to your satisfaction.</li>\r\n	<li>\"Worry about the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves.\" That\'s another way of saying: take care of the todays as best you can and the yesterdays and the tomorrows will take care of themselves.</li>\r\n	<li>Do one thing at a time. When you are with someone, be with that person and with no one or nothing else. When you are busy with a project, concentrate on doing that project and forget about everything else you have to do.</li>\r\n	<li>Allow yourself time - everyday - for privacy, quiet, and introspection.</li>\r\n	<li>If an especially unpleasant task faces you, do it early in the day and get it over with, then the rest of your day will be free of anxiety.</li>\r\n	<li>Learn to delegate responsibility to capable others.</li>\r\n	<li>Don\'t forget to take a lunch break. Try to get away from your desk or work area in body and mind, even if it\'s just for 15 or 20 minutes.</li>\r\n	<li>Forget about counting to 10. Count to 1,000 before doing something or saying anything that could make matters worse.</li>\r\n	<li>Have a forgiving view of events and people. Accept the fact that we live in an imperfect world.</li>\r\n	<li>Have an optimistic view of the world. Believe that most people are doing the best they can.\r\n<div></div></li>\r\n</ol>','Stress Reducers','','inherit','open','open','','69-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:14:00','2013-06-20 19:14:00','',69,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/69-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(412,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Lymphoma (what is Lymphoma)','','inherit','open','open','','59-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',59,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/59-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(479,1,'2013-06-20 18:19:08','2013-06-20 18:19:08','<strong>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here</strong>.\r\n\r\nVital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results,\r\n\r\nsuch as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care.\r\n\r\nKeep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>','Newly Diagnosed','','inherit','open','open','','20-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 18:19:08','2013-06-20 18:19:08','',20,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/20-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1005,1,'2013-09-04 10:35:46','2013-09-04 14:35:46','[image url=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cancertypes.jpg\" title=\"Cancer Types\" raw=\"true\" alignment=\"center\" margin_left=\"0\" margin_right=\"0\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\" shadow=\"7\" width=\"640\" height=\"229\"]\r\n<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</h2>\r\n<span><span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rs, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be </span>an active participant in your</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<h2>What is Lymphoma?</h2>\r\n<span>Lymphoma is the name for a group of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cers that start in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of the body’s immune system – the body’s defense against infection. The </span><a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#marrow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\">marrow</a> and <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphocyte\" target=\"_blank\">lymphocytes</a> are part of the immune system. Some other parts of the immune system are the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphnode\" target=\"_blank\">lymph nodes</a>, the lymphatic vessels, which connect the lymph nodes and contain lymph (a liquid that carries lymphocytes), and the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#spleen\" target=\"_blank\">spleen</a>.  Lymphomas generally start in lymph nodes or lymphatic tissue in sites of the body such as the stomach or intestines. Lymphomas may involve the marrow and the blood in some cases.\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma is a type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span><span>cer that occurs when lymphocytes–white blood cells that help protect the body from infection and disease–<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>gin<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>having abnormally. Abnormal lymphocytes may divide faster than normal cells or they may live longer than they are supposed to.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Be</span>cause lymphatic tissue is in many parts of the body, Hodgkin lymphoma</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span>start almost anywhere. Usually, it’s first found in a lymph node above the diaphragm, the thin muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. But Hodgkin lymphoma also may<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be </span>found in a group of lymph nodes. Sometimes it starts in other parts of the lymphatic system.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma may develop in many parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, blood, or other organs. Hodgkin lymphoma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>gins when a lymphocyte (usually a </span>B cell<span>)<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>comes abnormal. The abnormal cell is called a Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cell.</span>\r\n\r\nThere are two main types of lymphomas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300137\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (HL) – There are five types of HL, an uncommon form of lymphoma that involves the Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells. The num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>r of these cells increases as the disease advances.</span></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Non-Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (NHL) – There are more than 25 types of NHL, some of which are more common than others. Any lymphoma that does not involve Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells is classified as non-Hodgkin’s.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\r\nSigns and symptoms of  lymphoma may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpit or groin</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal pain or swelling</li>\r\n	<li>Chest pain, coughing or trouble breathing</li>\r\n	<li>Fatigue</li>\r\n	<li>Fever</li>\r\n	<li>Night sweats</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Reliable Links</h2>\r\nThe <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=1573311\" target=\"_blank\">Lymphoma Research Foundation</a> (LRF) is one place to start your information gathering process. For the newly diagnosed, click <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=2262345\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>st starting place. LRF has downloadable fact sheets in 3 languages; English, Spanish and Chinese. Additional information on clinical trials and news is available as well as patient support groups.</span>\r\nThe latest issue of their magazine is also available as a download.\r\n\r\nThe National organization for Leukemia and Lymphoma – The Leukemia-Lymphoma Society is another reliable resource. Click <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=4221\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the easiest way to navigate this site if you or a loved one is newly diagnosed. Unlike some forms of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer, there are some signs and symptoms of this disease. They have included the </span>symptoms<span> but you have to go through each type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer to find the signs. We found this a little difficult to navigate quickly. The section on </span>disease information was thorough and written for non medical speaking individuals.\r\n<span>Many pages are available in multiple languages; French, Spanish and Portugese. </span> This organization also provides a live chat line.  This site also has some financial support information.\r\n\r\nFor explanations of the major types of blood Cancers, click <a href=\"http://www.hematology.org/patients/Blood-Disorders/Blood-Cancers/5229.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.','Lymphoma ','','inherit','open','open','','59-revision-v1','','','2013-09-04 10:35:46','2013-09-04 14:35:46','',59,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/09/04/59-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(694,1,'2013-06-24 13:21:14','2013-06-24 13:21:14','<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</h2>\r\n<span><span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rs, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be </span>an active participant in your</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<h2>What is Lymphoma?</h2>\r\n<span>Lymphoma is the name for a group of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cers that start in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of the body’s immune system – the body’s defense against infection. The </span><a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#marrow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\">marrow</a> and <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphocyte\" target=\"_blank\">lymphocytes</a> are part of the immune system. Some other parts of the immune system are the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphnode\" target=\"_blank\">lymph nodes</a>, the lymphatic vessels, which connect the lymph nodes and contain lymph (a liquid that carries lymphocytes), and the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#spleen\" target=\"_blank\">spleen</a>.  Lymphomas generally start in lymph nodes or lymphatic tissue in sites of the body such as the stomach or intestines. Lymphomas may involve the marrow and the blood in some cases.\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma is a type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span><span>cer that occurs when lymphocytes–white blood cells that help protect the body from infection and disease–<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>gin<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>having abnormally. Abnormal lymphocytes may divide faster than normal cells or they may live longer than they are supposed to.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Be</span>cause lymphatic tissue is in many parts of the body, Hodgkin lymphoma</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span>start almost anywhere. Usually, it’s first found in a lymph node above the diaphragm, the thin muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. But Hodgkin lymphoma also may<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be </span>found in a group of lymph nodes. Sometimes it starts in other parts of the lymphatic system.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma may develop in many parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, blood, or other organs. Hodgkin lymphoma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>gins when a lymphocyte (usually a </span>B cell<span>)<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>comes abnormal. The abnormal cell is called a Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cell.</span>\r\n\r\nThere are two main types of lymphomas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300137\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (HL) – There are five types of HL, an uncommon form of lymphoma that involves the Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells. The num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>r of these cells increases as the disease advances.</span></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Non-Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (NHL) – There are more than 25 types of NHL, some of which are more common than others. Any lymphoma that does not involve Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells is classified as non-Hodgkin’s.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\r\nSigns and symptoms of  lymphoma may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpit or groin</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal pain or swelling</li>\r\n	<li>Chest pain, coughing or trouble breathing</li>\r\n	<li>Fatigue</li>\r\n	<li>Fever</li>\r\n	<li>Night sweats</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Reliable Links</h2>\r\nThe <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=1573311\" target=\"_blank\">Lymphoma Research Foundation</a> (LRF) is one place to start your information gathering process. For the newly diagnosed, click <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=2262345\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>st starting place. LRF has downloadable fact sheets in 3 languages; English, Spanish and Chinese. Additional information on clinical trials and news is available as well as patient support groups.</span>\r\nThe latest issue of their magazine is also available as a download.\r\n\r\nThe National organization for Leukemia and Lymphoma – The Leukemia-Lymphoma Society is another reliable resource. Click <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=4221\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the easiest way to navigate this site if you or a loved one is newly diagnosed. Unlike some forms of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer, there are some signs and symptoms of this disease. They have included the </span>symptoms<span> but you have to go through each type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer to find the signs. We found this a little difficult to navigate quickly. The section on </span>disease information was thorough and written for non medical speaking individuals.\r\n<span>Many pages are available in multiple languages; French, Spanish and Portugese. </span> This organization also provides a live chat line.  This site also has some financial support information.\r\n\r\nFor explanations of the major types of blood Cancers, click <a href=\"http://www.hematology.org/patients/Blood-Disorders/Blood-Cancers/5229.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.','Lymphoma (what is Lymphoma)','','inherit','open','open','','59-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:21:14','2013-06-24 13:21:14','',59,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/59-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(414,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Lung Cancer Prevention','','inherit','open','open','','58-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',58,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/58-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(415,1,'2013-06-20 19:03:20','2013-06-20 19:03:20','For a very good  overview of skin cancer/melanoma, try the National Comprehensive Cancer Networks patient guide. <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/melanoma.pdf\">Here is a quick link</a> and you’ll probably want to start about page 7.\r\n\r\n<strong>Pre-Cancers</strong>\r\n\r\n- Actinic Keratosis or AK is a very common skin problem that must be treated before it becomes a more serious form of Skin Cancer. For more information try<a href=\"http://www.skincancer.org/actinic-keratosis-and-other-precancers.html\"> this link</a> from the Skin Cancer Foundation.\r\n\r\n<strong>Basal Cell Carcinoma</strong>\r\n\r\n- BCC is a non-Melanoma Skin Cancer and the most common skin cancer in the US and the face is the most common place to find basal cell skin cancer.  For a quick over view click on this link at  the <a href=\"http://www.aad.org/skin-conditions/dermatology-a-to-z/basal-cell-carcinoma\">American Academy of Dermatology.</a>  For a more detailed description and treatment options try this link at <a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/adult/basal-cell-carcinoma/about-basal-cell-carcinoma\">Memorial Sloan Kettering</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Squamous Cell Carcinoma</strong>\r\n\r\nSquamous cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer. Skin cancer falls into two groups: nonmelanoma and melanoma. Squamous cell is a type of nonmelanoma skin cancer. More information on Squamous Cell Carcinoma can be found at the National Library of Medicine, click <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001832/\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n**************************\r\n\r\n<strong>Try our New American Cancer Fund Sunscreen. Click </strong><a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong> to buy or <a title=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Sunscreen\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/oil-free-spf-30-sunscreen/\">here</a> for more info. Its only $10 and 100% of profits go to fight Cancer. ($3.95 for s&amp;h)</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n**************************\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer/\">Understanding Skin Cancer</a> or Melanoma\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Warning signs</strong>:\r\n\r\nMoles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless — but not always. Anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. That’s why it’s so important to get to know your skin very well and to recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Look for the <strong>ABCDE</strong>s of melanoma, and if you see one or more, make an appointment with a physician immediately.\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/asymmetry.jpg\" />  <strong>A</strong>symmetric:  If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match.\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/border.jpg\" />  <strong>B</strong>order:  The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/color.jpg\" /> <strong>C</strong>olor:  Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, blue or some other color.</p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> <img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/diameter.jpg\" /> D</strong>iameter:  Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the size of the eraser on your pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.\r\n\r\n<strong><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/evolving.jpg\" /> E</strong>volving:  Any change — in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting — points to danger.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer – Melanoma Pix\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer-melanoma-pix/\">More pictures.</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer/\">Skin Cancer Types</a>','ABC’s of Skin Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','63-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:03:20','2013-06-20 19:03:20','',63,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/63-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(416,1,'2013-06-20 20:21:01','2013-06-20 20:21:01','For a very good  overview of skin cancer/melanoma, try the National Comprehensive Cancer Networks patient guide. <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/melanoma.pdf\">Here is a quick link</a> and you’ll probably want to start about page 7.\r\n\r\n<strong>Pre-Cancers</strong>\r\n\r\n- Actinic Keratosis or AK is a very common skin problem that must be treated before it becomes a more serious form of Skin Cancer. For more information try<a href=\"http://www.skincancer.org/actinic-keratosis-and-other-precancers.html\"> this link</a> from the Skin Cancer Foundation.\r\n\r\n<strong>Basal Cell Carcinoma</strong>\r\n\r\n- BCC is a non-Melanoma Skin Cancer and the most common skin cancer in the US and the face is the most common place to find basal cell skin cancer.  For a quick over view click on this link at  the <a href=\"http://www.aad.org/skin-conditions/dermatology-a-to-z/basal-cell-carcinoma\">American Academy of Dermatology.</a>  For a more detailed description and treatment options try this link at <a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/adult/basal-cell-carcinoma/about-basal-cell-carcinoma\">Memorial Sloan Kettering</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Squamous Cell Carcinoma</strong>\r\n\r\nSquamous cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer. Skin cancer falls into two groups: nonmelanoma and melanoma. Squamous cell is a type of nonmelanoma skin cancer. More information on Squamous Cell Carcinoma can be found at the National Library of Medicine, click <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001832/\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n**************************\r\n\r\n<strong>Try our New American Cancer Fund Sunscreen. Click </strong><a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong> to buy or <a title=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Sunscreen\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/oil-free-spf-30-sunscreen/\">here</a> for more info. Its only $10 and 100% of profits go to fight Cancer. ($3.95 for s&amp;h)</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n**************************\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer/\">Understanding Skin Cancer</a> or Melanoma\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Warning signs</strong>:\r\n\r\nMoles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless — but not always. Anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. That’s why it’s so important to get to know your skin very well and to recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Look for the <strong>ABCDE</strong>s of melanoma, and if you see one or more, make an appointment with a physician immediately.\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/asymmetry.jpg\" />  <strong>A</strong>symmetric:  If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match.\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/border.jpg\" />  <strong>B</strong>order:  The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/color.jpg\" /> <strong>C</strong>olor:  Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, blue or some other color.</p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> <img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/diameter.jpg\" /> D</strong>iameter:  Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the size of the eraser on your pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.\r\n\r\n<strong><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/evolving.jpg\" /> E</strong>volving:  Any change — in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting — points to danger.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer – Melanoma Pix\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer-melanoma-pix/\">More pictures.</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer/\">Skin Cancer Types</a>','ABC’s of Skin Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','63-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 20:21:01','2013-06-20 20:21:01','',63,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/63-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(417,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Lung Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','57-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',57,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/57-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(418,1,'2013-08-14 15:25:54','2013-08-14 19:25:54','Cancer of the blood is called Leukemia. <a id=\"_GPLITA_2\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Types of leukemia</a> are named after the specific blood cell that becomes cancerous. There are 4 main types of leukemia in adults:\n<ul>\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=5533ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)</a></li>\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=1963ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)</a></li>\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=e143ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)</a></li>\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=a673ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)</a></li>\n</ul>\nThere are other, less common types of leukemia but they are generally subcategories of one of the four main categories. According<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>the National Cancer Institute, more than 40,800 adults and 4,500 Americans are diagnosed with this disease each year.\n\n<strong>Understanding Leukemia</strong> <a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/48-what-is-leukemia\">More Info</a>.\n\n<strong>Leukemia symp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ms</strong> <a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/118-leukemia-symptoms\">click here</a>.\n<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r education here.</h2>\nVital<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>helping<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r condition and manage<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry, side effects, and labora<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry results, such as<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r complete blood count (CBC). Use these<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span>ols<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>help organize this information so<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>can be an active participant in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r doc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>r visits and other medical appointments.\n<ol>\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\n	<li>Health and treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry</li>\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\n	<li>Calendar</li>\n	<li>Progress</li>\n	<li>Questions</li>\n	<li>Insurance</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</h2>\nThe word cancer refers<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>changes in the body’s cells that cause them<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\n<h2>Reliable<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Links</span></h2>\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/leukemia\">National Cancer Institute</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.leukemia.org/hm_lls\">The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society</a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\n\n<noscript>\n&amp;lt;div style=”display:inline;”&amp;gt; &amp;lt;img height=”1? width=”1? style=”border-style:none;” alt=”\" src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;amp;#038;script=0?/&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/div&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;\n</noscript>','Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','55-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 15:25:54','2013-08-14 19:25:54','',55,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/55-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(686,1,'2013-06-24 13:16:41','2013-06-24 13:16:41','Cancer of the blood is called Leukemia. <a id=\"_GPLITA_2\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Types of leukemia</a> are named after the specific blood cell that becomes cancerous. There are 4 main types of leukemia in adults:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=5533ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=1963ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=e143ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)</a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=a673ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\">Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThere are other, less common types of leukemia but they are generally subcategories of one of the four main categories. According<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>the National Cancer Institute, more than 40,800 adults and 4,500 Americans are diagnosed with this disease each year.\r\n\r\n<strong>Understanding Leukemia</strong> <a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/48-what-is-leukemia\">More Info</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Leukemia symp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ms</strong> <a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/118-leukemia-symptoms\">click here</a>.\r\n<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r education here.</h2>\r\nVital<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>helping<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r condition and manage<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry, side effects, and labora<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry results, such as<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r complete blood count (CBC). Use these<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span>ols<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>help organize this information so<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>can be an active participant in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r doc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>r visits and other medical appointments.\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry</li>\r\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<h2>Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</h2>\r\nThe word cancer refers<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>changes in the body’s cells that cause them<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\r\n<h2>Reliable<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Links</span></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/leukemia\">National Cancer Institute</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.leukemia.org/hm_lls\">The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”> <img height=”1? width=”1? style=”border-style:none;” alt=”\" src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&#038;guid=ON&#038;script=0?/></div>\r\n</noscript>','Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','55-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:16:41','2013-06-24 13:16:41','',55,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/55-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(473,1,'2013-06-20 20:54:47','2013-06-20 20:54:47','Cancer of the blood is called Leukemia. <a id=\"_GPLITA_2\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Types of leukemia</a> are named after the specific blood cell that becomes cancerous. There are 4 main types of leukemia in adults:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=5533ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)</span></span></a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=1963ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)</span></span></a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=e143ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)</span></span></a></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/vgn-ext-templating/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=a673ea97a56d9010VgnVCM100000f2730ad1RCRD\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)</span></span></a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span>There are other, less common types of leukemia but they are generally subcategories of one of the four main categories. According<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>the National Cancer Institute, more than 40,800 adults and 4,500 Americans are diagnosed with this disease each year.</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Understanding Leukemia <a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/48-what-is-leukemia\">More Info</a>.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span>Leukemia symp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ms </span><a href=\"/facts-about-cancer/basic-info/leukemia/118-leukemia-symptoms\">click here</a>.</span></span>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">\r\n</span></span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span>Newly Diagnosed? Start<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r education here</span></span></span></strong><strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 8.5pt;\">.</span></strong></p>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span>Vital<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>helping</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r condition and manage<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span><span>r care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry, side effects, and labora<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry results, such as</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span>r complete blood count (</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 10pt;\">CBC</span><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span>). Use these<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span>ols<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>help organize this information so</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you </span>can be an active participant in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span><span>r cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> you</span><span>r doc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>r visits and other medical appointments.</span></span>\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n<span>2. Health and treatment his<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">to</span>ry</span>\r\n\r\n3. Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Questions\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n</span><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 8.5pt;\">\r\n\r\n</span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</span></span></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 10pt;\"><span>The word cancer refers<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>changes in the body’s cells that cause them<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> to </span>grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.</span>\r\n\r\n</span><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; font-size: 8.5pt;\">\r\n\r\n</span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span>Reliable<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Links</span></span></span></span></strong>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”><img height=”1? width=”1? src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&guid=ON&script=0? style=”border-style:none;” /></div>\r\n<noscript></noscript>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/leukemia\">National Cancer Institute</a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; color: #192666; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; border: windowtext 1pt; padding: 0in;\"><a href=\"http://www.leukemia.org/hm_lls\">The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society</a></span></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n<div style=”display:inline;”> <img height=”1? width=”1? style=”border-style:none;” alt=”\" src=”http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&guid=ON&script=0?/></div>\r\n</noscript>','Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','55-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 20:54:47','2013-06-20 20:54:47','',55,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/55-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(422,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Hereditary Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','53-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',53,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/53-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(419,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','55-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',55,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/55-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(474,1,'2013-06-20 14:55:09','2013-06-20 14:55:09','<h2>The Cancer Survival Tool Box:</h2>\r\nThe Cancer Survival Toolbox is a free, self-learning audio program that has been developed by leading cancer organizations to help people develop important skills to better meet and understand the challenges of their illness. The program contains a information to<a href=\"http://www.canceradvocacy.org/resources/cancer-survival-toolbox/basic-skills/first-steps-for-the-newly-diagnosed/\" target=\"_blank\"> navigate a diagnosis</a> and <a href=\"http://www.canceradvocacy.org/resources/cancer-survival-toolbox/\" target=\"_blank\">special topics on key issues </a>faced by people with cancer. On this site, you can read or listen to the Toolbox in English and Spanish, or download the files to read or listen later. Chinese transcripts are also available. You can order a free CD version of the program by filling out an online form or calling 877.NCCS.YES.\r\n<h2>Living With Cancer:</h2>\r\nWhen considering treatment options, so many questions need to be answered. Finding the answers you need can be confusing and time consuming. Now that you have found our website, use our resources to empower and educate yourself. We are here to help you, every step of the way.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cancer-diagnosis/HQ01306\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about a diagnosis</a></li>\r\n	<li>Understand Cancer <a href=\"/treatment-basics/\">treatment</a> options</li>\r\n	<li>Communicate more effectively with your doctor – <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/dictionary\" target=\"_blank\">Cancer Terms</a></li>\r\n	<li>Know what to expect during treatment</li>\r\n	<li>Dealing with the Insurance Company</li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"/clinical-trials/\" target=\"_blank\">Clinical Trials</a></li>\r\n	<li>Recovery</li>\r\n</ul>','Living with Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','25-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:55:09','2013-06-20 14:55:09','',25,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/25-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(475,1,'2013-07-22 10:44:45','2013-07-22 14:44:45','<h2>What is Lung Cancer?</h2>\nCancer of the lung, like all cancers, results from an abnormality in the body’s basic unit of life, the cell. Normally, the body maintains a system of checks and balances on cell growth so that cells divide to produce new cells only when needed. Disruption of this system of checks and balances on cell growth results in an uncontrolled division and proliferation of cells that eventually forms a mass known as a tumor.\n\nTumors can be benign or malignant; when we speak of “cancer,” we refer to those tumors that are considered malignant. Benign tumors can usually be removed and do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors, on the other hand, grow aggressively and invade other tissues of the body, allowing entry of tumor cells into the bloodstream or lymphatic system and then to other sites in the body. This process of spread is termed metastasis; the areas of tumor growth at these distant sites are called metastases. Since lung cancer tends to spread or metastasize very early in its course, it is a very life-threatening cancer and one of the most difficult cancers to treat. While lung cancer can spread to any organ in the body, certain organs — particularly the adrenal glands, liver, brain, and bone — are the most common sites for lung-cancer metastasis.\n\nThe lung is also a very common site for metastasis from tumors in other parts of the body. Tumor metastases are made up of the same type of cells as the original, or primary, tumor. For example, if prostate cancer spreads via the bloodstream to the lungs, it is metastatic prostate cancer in the lung and is not lung cancer.\n<h2>Types of Lung Cancer</h2>\nLung cancers, also known as bronchogenic carcinomas (carcinoma is another term for cancer), are broadly classified into two types: small cell lung cancers (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC). This classification is based upon the microscopic appearance of the tumor cells themselves. These two types of cancers grow and spread in different ways and may have different treatment options, so a distinction between these two types is important.\n\nSCLC comprise about 20% of lung cancers and are the most aggressive and rapidly growing of all lung cancers. SCLC are strongly related to cigarette smoking, with only 1% of these tumors occurring in nonsmokers. SCLC metastasize rapidly to many sites within the body and are most often discovered after they have spread extensively. Referring to a specific cell appearance often seen when examining samples of SCLC under the microscope, these cancers are sometimes called oat cell carcinomas.\n\nNSCLC are the most common lung cancers, accounting for about 80% of all lung cancers. NSCLC can be divided into three main types that are named based upon the type of cells found in the tumor:\n\nAdenocarcinomas are the most commonly seen type of NSCLC in the U.S. and comprise up to 50% of NSCLC . While adenocarcinomas are associated with smoking like other lung cancers, this type is observed as well in nonsmokers who develop lung cancer. Most adenocarcinomas arise in the outer, or peripheral, areas of the lungs. Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma is a subtype of adenocarcinoma that frequently develops at multiple sites in the lungs and spreads along the preexisting alveolar walls.\n\nSquamous cell carcinomas were formerly more common than adenocarcinomas; at present, they account for about 30% of NSCLC. Also known as epidermoid carcinomas, squamous cell cancers arise most frequently in the central chest area in the bronchi.\n\nLarge cell carcinomas, sometimes referred to as undifferentiated carcinomas, are the least common type of NSCLC.\n\nMixtures of different types of NSCLC are also seen.\n\nOther types of cancers can arise in the lung; these types are much less common than NSCLC and SCLC and together comprise only 5%-10% of lung cancers:\n\nBronchial carcinoids account for up to 5% of lung cancers. These tumors are generally small (3-4 cm or less) when diagnosed and occur most commonly in people under 40 years of age. Unrelated to cigarette smoking, carcinoid tumors can metastasize, and a small proportion of these tumors secrete hormone-like substances that may cause specific symptoms related to the hormone being produced. Carcinoids generally grow and spread more slowly than bronchogenic cancers, and many are detected early enough to be amenable to surgical resection.\n\nCancers of supporting lung tissue such as smooth muscle, blood vessels, or cells involved in the immune response can rarely occur in the lung.\n\nAs discussed mentioned, metastatic cancers from other primary tumors in the body are often found in the lung. Tumors from anywhere in the body may spread to the lungs either through the bloodstream, through the lymphatic system, or directly from nearby organs. Metastatic tumors are most often multiple, scattered throughout the lung, and concentrated in the peripheral rather than central areas of the lung.\n<h2>Advanced Lung Cancer Articles*</h2>\n<h3>Revision Of Lung Cancer Staging System</h3>\n<strong>Synopsis</strong>\n\nA revised staging system, called IASLC Staging System, for non-small cell lung cancer patients has been developed by the American College of Chest Physicians. The revised staging system provides a detailed common nomenclature and clearly helps to predict how severe the lung cancer is for patients with non-small cell lung cancer through the addition and reclassification of many new patient subgroups. This revised system provides a more scientific approach to lung cancer. The previous system was known as TNM staging system. “The IASLC classification system is designed to name and define prognosis. The new IASLC staging system was accepted by the AJCC and UICC and will appear in the UICC staging manual in November of 2009.\n<h3>FDA Approves First Maintenance Drug Therapy For Advanced Lung Cancer</h3>\n<strong>Synopsis</strong>\n\nThe FDA has approved the drug Alimta, which will be used for therapy of metastatic lung cancer. Alimta is a drug produced by Eli Lilly and Company. Alimta disrupts metabolic processes that depend on B-vitamin folate, which provided cell replication and duplication. This drug will be used for non-small cell lung cancer. A case study was conducted in which participants that received the drug Alimta survived 5.2 months more than participants that received a placebo, or inactive substance. Alimta was first approved in 2004 to treat patients with mesothelioma, a cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure. The drug was later approved in 2009 to treat patients with non-small cell lung cancer whose disease worsened prior to chemotherapy drugs.\n<h3>Compugen Announces Discovery Of Blood Based Biomarker For Diagnosis Of Lung Cancer</h3>\n<strong>Synopsis</strong>\n\nCompugen Limited announced the discovery of CGEN-438. CGEN-438 can be used to serve as both a serum biomarker for the diagnosis of small cell lung cancer and as a component in a biomarker combination for the diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer patients. Blood levels of the peptide was measured in about 40 lung cancer patients and studied were conducted to conclude that serum samples of small cell lung cancer patients were higher than those detected in healthy patients. In other words, it can be used as a diagnostic biomarker for small cell lung cancer. CGEN-438 can provide us with information by acting as a biomarker about whether or not a patient has small cell lung cancer.\n<h3>New Genetic Techniques To Combat Lung Cancer</h3>\n<strong>Synopsis</strong>\n\nNew results on genetic techniques to treat lung cancer were released at the 1st European Lung Cancer Conference. Israeli researchers from Rosetta Genomics discovered a test to differentiate between different types of lung cancers. In addition, these Israeli researchers also discovered that based on different levels of microRNA molecules in tissue samples, they are able to distinguish each type of lung cancer. In another type of research, a group of Italian researchers test included the gene LCK, which marks immune cell anticancer activity, DUSP-6 which regulates a signaling pathway involved in cancer spread, and ERCC1, which is a significant therapeutic biomarker in non small cell lung cancer. This researcher can help oncologists with a more efficient use of adjuvant drug after lung surgery.\n\n* These articles identified and condensed by Pratik Patel a high school Summer intern. Reviewed and approved by our medical board 11/1/2009.','Lung Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','57-autosave-v1','','','2013-07-22 10:44:45','2013-07-22 14:44:45','',57,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/57-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(420,1,'2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','','Understanding Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','56-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','',56,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/56-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(503,1,'2013-06-24 12:26:39','2013-06-24 12:26:39','<h2>American Cancer Fund (ACF)™</h2>\r\nshould be your first stop for Cancer information. While numerous organizations provide information on cancer, the American Cancer Fund’s <em><strong>vital difference</strong></em> is our ability to provide you with reliable resources and streamline the process to quickly educate and empower you to cope with cancer, however it affects you. ACF is also part of ACES, another great Cancer Information and healthy living resource. ACES/ACF is a proud member of both the Mercer and Middlesex County Chambers of Commerce, the Somerset County Business Partnership as well as the Hillsborough Economic Business Development Council. Documentation for ACES and ACF can be found at <a href=\"http://www2.guidestar.org/ReportNonProfit.aspx?ein=20-3232112&amp;Mode=Gx&amp;lid=100776176&amp;dl=True\">Guidestar</a>, the federal registry for charities. They have awarded ACES/ACF their highest award,the Exchange Seal and Partners in Trust.\r\n<div>The <strong>American Cancer Fund</strong> has been operating continuously since the mid 1970?s. They have worked tirelessly to provide assistance to Cancer patients. The organization was started by transplanted New Yorkers when they moved to Florida and realized that many retirees did not have the funds they needed to pay for serious medical care like Cancer. The founders enlisted family and friends and started chapters (from 1974 – 1976) in Florida, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, California and Arizona. The original goal was to provide some amount of funding and resources to anyone struggling with the big ‘C’. They started their efforts by working with churches and synagogues (of the founders) to find donors so that they could evaluate and really help those in need. The founders reached out to everyone they knew in the garment and plumbing industries as well as lawyers and accountants and asked for donations from every personal connection they made. This model lasted until the 1990?s when most of the original founders passed on leaving a legacy of service to the next generation.</div>\r\n<div>Most of the patients that received assistance were identified by ‘word of mouth’ (there was no internet in those days and NO twitter), and were assessed by the volunteers from ‘chapters’ that were in cities where the founders had a family or business connection.</div>\r\n<div>As the original volunteers passed away, the assistance became more centralized. It wasn’t until the late 1990?s when the next generation decided to restructure and re-evaluate the mission and goals that the current mission was established. American Cancer Fund and American Cancer Educational Services joined forces and refiled as a charity in 2005.</div>\r\n<h2>American Cancer Educational Services (ACES)™</h2>\r\nis a grass roots organization of individuals with family and friends touched by Cancer as well as Cancer survivors. We know that good, simple information is available but hard to find and understand. ACES is a tax-exempt, non profit, 501(C)3 corporation and depends on your support through contributions and various fund raising activities.','About Us','','inherit','open','open','','9-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:26:39','2013-06-24 12:26:39','',9,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/9-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(421,1,'2013-06-20 20:52:29','2013-06-20 20:52:29','Leukemia<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>that starts in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span><span>t<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>sue that forms</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood</span>. To understand</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>, it helps to know how normal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span></span><em>cells</em> form.\r\n\r\n<span class=\"header-a\"> <strong><span>Normal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Blood </span>Cells</span></strong></span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span><span>Most<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells develop from cells in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span></span><em>bone marrow</em><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> called </span></span><em>stem cells</em><span><span><span>. Bone marrow<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>s</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">of</span><span>t material in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>center</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>most bones.</span></p>\r\n<span>Stem cells mature into different kinds<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">blood </span>cells. Each kind has a special job:</span></span>\r\n<table id=\"Table1\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"8\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><img alt=\"\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/white_blood_cells.jpg\" /></td>\r\n<td valign=\"middle\"><em><span>White<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells</span></em> help fight <em>infection</em><span><span>.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>re are several types</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells.</span></span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><img alt=\"red_blood_cells\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/red_blood_cells.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" /></td>\r\n<td valign=\"middle\"><em><span>Red<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells</span></em><span><span> carry oxygen to t<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>sues throughout</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>body.</span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><img alt=\"platelet\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/platelet.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" /></td>\r\n<td valign=\"middle\"><em>Platelets</em><span> help form<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>clots that control bleeding.</span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<span><span>White<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells, red<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells, and platelets are made from stem cells as</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>body needs<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m. When cells grow old or get damaged,<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>y die, and new cells take<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>ir place.</span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span>picture below shows how stem cells can mature into different types</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells. First, a stem cell matures into ei</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r a myeloid stem cell or a lymphoid stem cell:</span></span>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A <em>myeloid</em> stem cell matures into a myeloid <em>blast</em><span><span>.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span><span>blast can form a red<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cell, platelets, or one</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>several types<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells.</span></span></li>\r\n	<li>A <em>lymphoid</em><span><span> stem cell matures into a lymphoid blast.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>blast can form one</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>several types<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells, such as</span></span><em> B cells</em> or <em>T cells</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells that form from myeloid blasts are different from</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells that form from lymphoid blasts.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"b-picture\"></a>\r\n<table id=\"Table1\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"4\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><img alt=\"leukemia\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/leukemia.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"311\" /></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><span>Picture<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">blood </span>cells maturing from stem cells.</span></span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<span><span>Most<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells mature in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>bone marrow and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>n move into<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span></span><em><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">blood </span>vessels</span></em><span><span>.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Blood </span>flowing through</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">blood </span><span>vessels and heart<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">called</span></span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span></span><em><span>peripheral<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood</span></span></em>.\r\n\r\n<span class=\"header-a\"><strong>Leukemia Cells</strong></span>\r\n\r\n<span>In a person with leukemia,<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>bone marrow makes abnormal white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells.</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>abnormal cells are leukemia cells.</span>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Unlike normal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells, leukemia cells don’t die when</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>y should.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span><span>y may crowd out normal white<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells, red<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span><span>cells, and platelets. Th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span>makes it hard for normal</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> blood </span>cells to do</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>ir work.</span>\r\n\r\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\r\n\r\n<noscript></noscript>&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Leukemia','','inherit','open','open','','55-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 20:52:29','2013-06-20 20:52:29','',55,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/55-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(522,1,'2013-06-24 13:28:02','2013-06-24 13:28:02','<h2>Understanding Skin Cancer – Melanoma</h2>\r\nMelanoma is a type of skin cancer. For a very comprehensive overview, try the National Comprehensive Cancer Networks<strong> </strong>patient guide. <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/melanoma.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Here is the link.</a>\r\n<h2>The Four Basic Types</h2>\r\nMelanomas fall into four basic categories. Three of them begin <em>in situ</em><span> — meaning they occupy only the top layers of the skin — and sometimes become invasive; the fourth is invasive from the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> start</span>. Invasive melanomas are more serious, as they have penetrated deeper into the skin and may have spread to other areas of the body.</span>\r\n\r\n<strong> Superficial spreading melanoma</strong> is by far the most common type, accounting for about 70 percent of all cases. This is the one most often seen in young people. As the name suggests, this melanoma travels along the top layer of the skin for a fairly long time before penetrating more deeply.\r\n\r\nThe first sign is the appearance of a flat or slightly raised discolored patch that has irregular borders and is somewhat geometrical in form. The color varies, and you may see areas of tan, brown, black, red, blue or white. This type of melanoma can occur in a previously benign mole. The melanoma can be found almost anywhere on the body, but is most likely to occur on the trunk in men, the legs in women, and the upper back in both.\r\n\r\n<strong> Lentigo maligna</strong> is similar to the superficial spreading type, as it also remains close to the skin surface for quite a while, and usually appears as a flat or mildly elevated mottled tan, brown or dark brown discoloration. This type of <em>in situ</em> melanoma is found most often in the elderly, arising on chronically sun-exposed, damaged skin on the face, ears, arms and upper trunk. Lentigo maligna is the most common form of melanoma in Hawaii. When this cancer becomes invasive, it is referred to as <strong>lentigo maligna melanoma.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> Acral lentiginous melanoma</strong> also spreads superficially before penetrating more deeply. It is quite different from the others, though, as it usually appears as a black or brown discoloration under the nails or on the soles of the feet or palms of the hands. It is the most common melanoma in African-Americans and Asians, and the least common among Caucasians.\r\n\r\n<strong> Nodular melanoma </strong>is usually invasive at the time it is first diagnosed. The malignancy is recognized when it becomes a bump. It is usually black, but occasionally is blue, gray, white, brown, tan, red or skin tone. The most frequent locations are the trunk, legs, and arms, mainly of elderly people, as well as the scalp in men. This is the most aggressive of the melanomas, and is found in 10 to 15 percent of cases.\r\n\r\nPlease look at the <a title=\"Skin Cancer – Melanoma Pix\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer-melanoma-pix/\" target=\"_blank\">Skin cancer pictures </a>and read the <a title=\"ABC’s of Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/abcs-of-skin-cancer/\" target=\"_blank\">ABC’s of skin cancer</a> to get the complete understanding.\r\n\r\n<span> Consider buying our exclusively formulated Sunscreen. Outsmart the Sun. Save<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>Skin. Buy it today! $10 (+ $3.95 s&amp;h)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Sunscreen\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/oil-free-spf-30-sunscreen/\">Click here to purchase.</a>\r\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\"></div>','Skin Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','62-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:28:02','2013-06-24 13:28:02','',62,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/62-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(423,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:37','2013-05-30 18:35:37','','Colon Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','52-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:37','2013-05-30 18:35:37','',52,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/52-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(465,1,'2013-06-20 19:02:46','2013-06-20 19:02:46','The American Cancer Fund appreciates the role that attorneys and financial planning professionals play in the consideration of charitable gifts by ACF supporters. We’d welcome the opportunity to assist attorneys and financial planners in providing their clients with accurate and current information related to charitable gifts.\r\n\r\nTo insure that the charitable gift or trust gets where it is intended, please use our federal tax number on your documents (20-3232112). Thank you.\r\n\r\n“<strong>I wish I could do more</strong>” is the comment we often hear from friends of American Cancer Fund. Planned Giving is a means of making a charitable gift part of a donor’s overall financial, estate, tax and philanthropic planning, maximizing the benefits to both the donor and the charity, and often achieving significant tax savings.\r\n\r\nIncreasing the impact of your giving often can be achieved at very low cost. It’s just a matter of planning <strong>WHAT</strong> to give, <strong>HOW</strong> to give and<strong> WHEN</strong> to give. The following information illustrates many ways of making a “planned gift” and our staff can be of even more help.\r\n<h1>Doing More With Gifts of Stocks and Bonds</h1>\r\nCharitable donations can take many forms, from the loose change you drop into a collection basket to carefully planned donations of significant size with important tax and financial implications. Many people, unfortunately, fail to recognize the financial benefits that can come through <strong>a contribution of appreciated property, such as stocks, bonds or mutual funds.</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen you write a check to make a donation to a charity such as the American Cancer Fund, your donation gives you an income tax deduction. But if you made the same donation with appreciated assets, you receive a <strong>double tax benefit</strong>. You will <strong>get the immediate income tax deduction</strong> and <strong>avoid the capital gains tax</strong> that would be owed if that asset was sold by you.\r\n\r\nWhen you donate stocks, bonds or mutual funds, you receive a tax deduction for the full, current fair market value of the property donated (assuming you have held the property for more than one year). It does not matter that you may have only paid $6,000 several years ago for a stock that is now worth $18,000. That $18,000 figure will be your charitable donation. As importantly, the $12,000 in taxable capital gains that you would face if you sold that stock does not apply when you transfer the stock as a contribution to a charity. And because, in most cases, the stocks or bonds or mutual fund shares can be easily transferred to ACF, you can also avoid the commission expense that would normally be due for the sale of the property.\r\n\r\nFor information on how to make donations of appreciated assets in support of the cancer and educational programs of the <strong>American Cancer Fund</strong> and on the significant tax benefits such gifts can bring, please contact our CFO. (908) 431-9800\r\n<div></div>','Estate Planners','','inherit','open','open','','78-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:02:46','2013-06-20 19:02:46','',78,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/78-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(424,1,'2013-08-14 13:03:36','2013-08-14 17:03:36','<iframe src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/JqvpfrnmJrg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" frameborder=\"0\"></iframe>\n\nPlease check out the Colonoscopy song written by Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary. Used with permission from Peter. <a href=\"http://youtu.be/JqvpfrnmJrg\">http://youtu.be/JqvpfrnmJrg</a>\n<h2>Colon or Colorectal Cancer</h2>\n<a id=\"_GPLITA_0\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Colorectal cancer</a> is cancer that occurs in the large intestine and rectum. The colon is a muscular tube that is about five feet long. It absorbs water and nutrients from food. The rectum, the lower six inches of the digestive tract, serves as a holding place for stool, which then passes out of the body through the anus.\n\n<span>This year, about 148,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Although many people think of colorectal cancer as a disease that primarily affects men, it is slightly more common in women. To<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">day</span>, the average person has about a 1 in 20 chance of developing colorectal cancer during his or her life.</span>\n<h2>How Colorectal Cancer Develops</h2>\nThe colon is divided into four sections: the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, and sigmoid colon. Most colorectal cancers arise in the sigmoid colon — the portion just above the rectum. They usually start in the innermost layer and can grow through some or all of the several tissue layers that make up the colon and rectum. The extent to which a cancer penetrates the various tissue layers determines the stage of the disease. Most colorectal cancers grow slowly over a period of several years, often beginning as small benign growths called polyps. Removing these polyps early, before they become malignant, is an effective means of preventing colorectal cancer.\n<h2>Types of Colorectal Cancer</h2>\n<span>More than 95 percent of colorectal cancers<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> are </span>adenocarcinomas — cancers of the cells that line the interior of the colon and rectum. R<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">are</span>r types of tumors include carcinoid tumors, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and lymphomas. These latter types<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> are </span>reviewed elsewhere.</span>\n<h2><strong>Common signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer</strong></h2>\nColorectal cancer does not usually produce symptoms early in the progress of the disease. Symptoms are dependent upon the site of the primary tumor. Here are the typical symptoms:\n<ul>\n	<li>bright red or very dark blood in the stool</li>\n	<li>a change in the frequency of bowel movements</li>\n	<li>constipation, or a feeling that the bowel doesn’t empty completely</li>\n	<li>stools that are narrower than usual</li>\n	<li>general abdominal discomfort, such as frequent gas pains, bloating, and/or cramps</li>\n	<li>weight loss with no known reason</li>\n	<li>constant tiredness</li>\n	<li>vomiting</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>Additional Cancer Resources</h2>\nThe above information is a condensed version of the information available at the <a href=\"http://www.mskfirst.org\">Memorial Sloan Kettering website</a>. Additional reliable Colon Cancer information can be found at the following websites:\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Colorectal+Cancer\">American Society of Clinical Oncology</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/colon-and-rectal\">US National Cancer Institute</a>\n\n&nbsp;','Colon Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','52-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 13:03:36','2013-08-14 17:03:36','',52,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/52-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(425,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Childhood Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','49-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',49,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/49-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(462,1,'2013-06-05 18:39:19','2013-06-05 18:39:19','Choosing the right or best Cancer treatment center or Cancer hospital can affect your overall outcome.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.thedailybeast.com/newsweek/2009/10/16/what-you-don-t-know-might-kill-you.html\" target=\"_blank\">Here is a link</a> to an article from Newsweek that suggests “Why a top Cancer Hospital or Cancer Center could save your life”.\r\n<h3>Leading Cancer Hospitals</h3>\r\nIn the USA there is the <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/cancer-center.html\" target=\"_blank\">National Comprehensive Cancer Network</a> (NCCN). It is a not-for-profit alliance of <strong>21</strong> of the world’s leading cancer hospitals or Cancer centers. Experts from NCCN Member Institutions diagnose and treat all cancers, particularly complex, aggressive or uncommon cancers. More than 160,000 new patients receive cancer care at NCCN Member Institutions over the course of each year. Thirty-eight Nobel Prize winners have served on the faculties of NCCN Member Institutions. Unfortunately not everyone is near one of these outstanding Cancer Hospital resources. And not everyone needs this level of care.\r\n\r\nFor those in other parts of the country consider using the resources of the <a href=\"http://cancercenters.cancer.gov/cancer_centers/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">National Cancer Institute</a> (NCI) to find the best cancer hospital for your treatment. “NCI-designated cancer centers are characterized by scientific excellence and the capability to integrate a diversity of research approaches to focus on the problem of cancer. They play a vital role in advancing towards their goal of reducing morbidity and mortality from cancer.” Please click <a href=\"http://cancercenters.cancer.gov/cancer_centers/cancer-centers-list.html\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a> for the state by state list of the Cancer Hospitals that are NCI designated Cancer Centers and Comprehensive Cancer Centers.\r\n<h3>Other Resources</h3>\r\nOther organizations identify, rate and recommend Cancer Hospitals, Cancer Centers and the best Cancer Treatment Centers based on their own research and specialty. Here are some to consider:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.aacr.org/home/public--media/stand-up-to-cancer/how-to-find-a-clinical-trial/cancer-centers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">The American Association for Cancer Research</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/rankings\" target=\"_blank\">US News and World Report</a>','Choosing a cancer hospital','','inherit','open','open','','18-revision-v1','','','2013-06-05 18:39:19','2013-06-05 18:39:19','',18,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/05/18-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(426,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Cervical Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','48-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',48,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/48-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(461,1,'2013-06-21 13:45:18','2013-06-21 13:45:18','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">“Each School day 46 children are diagnosed with Cancer”</strong> From Candelighters.org\r\n\r\nTypically, the factors that trigger cancer in children are usually not the same factors that may cause cancer in adults. Rarely, there may be an increased risk of childhood cancer in children who have a genetic condition, such as Down syndrome. Children who have had chemotherapy or radiation treatment for a prior cancer episode may also have an increased risk of cancer. In almost all cases, however, childhood cancers arise from non inherited mutations (or changes) in the genes of growing cells.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/youngpeople\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Young People with Cancer – A Handbook For Parents</strong></a><a>\r\n\r\nIf you are the parent of a child that has just been diagnosed with Cancer, take a look at this downloadable handbook from the National Cancer Institute. According to NCI -\r\n\r\n“This booklet was reviewed by health professionals and, most important, by parents of children with cancer. Although this booklet does not tell you everything about cancer in children, it is a start, and it directs you to other sources of information.”</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Reliable Links:</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.stjude.org/aboutus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\"><strong>St Jude</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em> St. Judes is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility anywhere. Discoveries made here have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Start by clicking on <em class=\"bbcode italic\">‘patients and parents’ </em>then start with disease fact sheets. The data for some diseases is relatively simple and the pages have a date for updates. Some pages are complicated and hard to understand without a lot of previous knowledge. Information at this site is available in both English and Spanish. Interactive links are more sales tools but ok.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.acco.org/Information/AboutChildhoodCancer/TypesofChildhoodCancer.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Childhood Cancer Foundation</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em> A very informative site. They have lists of childhood cancer websites that you might find beneficial.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/childhoodcancers\"><strong>National Cancer Institute</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em> This is the US Government site and they have information about Childhood Brain tumors and Acute Myeloid <a id=\"_GPLITA_0\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Leukemia treatments</a>. Also available is information related to genetics and Clinical Trials. Information is available in English and Spanish; at the top of the page on the right side you can specify the language you want.\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\">Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation</a></strong></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here: </em>This is a wonderful resource for any parent dealing with a pediatric brain or spinal tumor. Their mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastating disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected. They provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all the issues facing this devastating diagnosis.</div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http://www.ctf.org/\">Childrens Tumor Foundation</a></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>What you can find here</em>:  This is more of a specialized site for neurofibromatoses (NF). Their stated mission is (in part) to support persons with NF, their families and caregivers by providing thorough, accurate, current and readily accessible information. If your child was diagnosed with NF this is a reliable resource that you must use.\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n\r\n</strong><a href=\"http://www.cancerindex.org/ccw/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Children’s Cancer Web</strong></a><em class=\"bbcode italic\"> </em></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em> We think this is a British site. Some words are spelled using the British spelling. There is some simple, basic information on this site. Pages are dated with last update. Most pages are dated 2003 or earlier. There are still some useful International links.</div>','Childhood Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','49-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:45:18','2013-06-21 13:45:18','',49,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/49-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(427,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Breast Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','47-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',47,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/47-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(456,1,'2013-07-11 17:03:52','2013-07-11 21:03:52','<h2>What is Radiation?</h2>\n<ul>\n	<li>Radiation is a form of energy that is present all around us.</li>\n	<li>Different types of radiation exist, some of which have more energy than others.</li>\n	<li>Amounts of radiation released into the environment are measured in units called <strong>curies</strong>. However, the dose of radiation that a person receives is measured in units called <strong>rem</strong>.</li>\n</ul>\nRadioactive contamination and radiation exposure could occur if radioactive materials are released into the environment as the result of an accident, an event in nature, or an act of terrorism. Such a release could expose people and contaminate their surroundings and personal property. A <strong>radiation dose chart</strong> that shows the safe levels a body can handle is linked <a href=\"http://xkcd.com/radiation/\">HERE</a>. It explains that a person can safely absorb small amounts at a time; from eating a banana (YES) to an x-ray to an airplane ride. Check out this interesting chart.\n\n<a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/\"><strong>Here</strong></a><strong> is a link to the Center for Disease Control</strong>. This information can be read/viewed in a variety of languages. It explains how radiation can effect us.\n\n<strong>Protecting yourself and your family</strong>. Click <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/protectyourself.asp\">Here</a>\n\nInfo on <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/ki.asp\">Potassium Iodide</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.remm.nlm.gov/nuclearaccident.htm\">Nuclear Reactor Accidents</a>. Read the section labeled <a href=\"http://www.remm.nlm.gov/nuclearaccident.htm#about\">About Nuclear Reactor Accidents</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.epa.gov/rpdweb00/understand/\">Types of Radiation</a> (info from USA Environment Protection Agency)\n<ul>\n	<li>Ionizing is high-frequency radiation that has enough energy to remove an electron from (ionize) an atom or molecule. Ionizing radiation has enough energy to damage the DNA in cells, which in turn <em><strong>may</strong></em> lead to <strong>cancer</strong>. Gamma rays, x-rays, some high-energy UV rays, and some sub-atomic particles such as alpha particles and protons are forms of ionizing radiation.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li>Non-Ionizing is low-frequency radiation that does not have enough energy to remove electrons or directly damage DNA. Low-energy UV rays, visible light, infrared rays, microwaves, and radio waves are all forms of non-ionizing radiation. Aside from UV rays, these types of radiation are <em><strong>not known</strong></em> to increase<strong>cancer</strong> risk. It is important to understand the difference between these types of radiation. For example, the non-ionizing radiation given off by a cell phone or a television screen is not the same as the ionizing radiation you might get from x-rays taken in the hospital.</li>\n</ul>\nAdditional information obtained from the CDC website and condensed.\n<h2>Radioactive Contamination and Radiation Exposure</h2>\nRadioactive contamination and radiation exposure could occur if radioactive materials are released into the environment as the result of an accident, an event in nature, or an act of terrorism. Such a release could expose people and contaminate their surroundings and personal property.\n<h2>What Radioactive Contamination Is</h2>\nRadioactive contamination occurs when radioactive material is deposited on or in an object or a person. Radioactive materials released into the environment can cause air, water, surfaces, soil, plants, buildings, people, or animals to become contaminated. A contaminated person has radioactive materials on or inside their body.\n<h2>What External Contamination Is</h2>\nExternal contamination occurs when radioactive material, in the form of dust, powder, or liquid, comes into contact with a person’s skin, hair, or clothing. In other words, the contact is external to a person’s body. People who are externally contaminated can become internally contaminated if radioactive material gets into their bodies.\n<h2>What Internal Contamination Is</h2>\nInternal contamination occurs when people swallow or breathe in radioactive materials, or when radioactive materials enter the body through an open wound or are absorbed through the skin. Some types of radioactive materials stay in the body and are deposited in different body organs. Other types are eliminated from the body in blood, sweat, urine, and feces.\n<h2>What Radiation Exposure Is</h2>\nRadioactive materials give off a form of energy that travels in waves or particles. This energy is called radiation. When a person is exposed to radiation, the energy penetrates the body. For example, when a person has an x-ray, he or she is exposed to radiation.\n<h2>How Radioactive Contamination Is Spread</h2>\nPeople who are externally contaminated with radioactive material can contaminate other people or surfaces that they touch. For example, people who have radioactive dust on their clothing may spread the radioactive dust when they sit in chairs or hug other people.\n\nPeople who are internally contaminated can expose people near them to radiation from the radioactive material inside their bodies. The body fluids (blood, sweat, urine) of an internally contaminated person can contain radioactive materials. Coming in contact with these body fluids can result in contamination and/or exposure.\n<h2>How You Can Limit Contamination</h2>\nSince radiation cannot be seen, smelled, felt, or tasted, people at the site of an incident will not know whether radioactive materials were involved. You can take the following steps to limit your contamination.\n<ol>\n	<li><strong>Get out of the immediate area quickly.</strong> Go inside the nearest safe building or to an area to which you are directed by law enforcement or health officials.</li>\n	<li><strong>Remove the outer layer of your clothing. </strong>If radioactive material is on your clothes, getting it away from you will reduce the external contamination and decrease the risk of internal contamination. It will also reduce the length of time that you are exposed to radiation.</li>\n	<li>If possible, <strong>place the clothing in a plastic bag or leave it in an out-of-the-way area</strong>, such as the corner of a room. Keep people away from it to reduce their exposure to radiation. Keep cuts and abrasions covered when handling contaminated items to avoid getting radioactive material in them.</li>\n	<li><strong>Wash all of the exposed parts of your body</strong> using lots of soap and lukewarm water to remove contamination. This process is called <strong>decontamination</strong>. Try to avoid spreading contamination to parts of the body that may not be contaminated, such as areas that were clothed.</li>\n	<li>After authorities determine that <strong>internal contamination may have occurred</strong>, you may be able to take medication to reduce the radioactive material in your body.</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>Prenatal Radiation Exposure</h2>\nPregnant women should consult with their physicians if they have any concern about radiation exposure to their fetus.\n\nThe exposure of a fetus to radiation is referred to as prenatal radiation exposure. This can occur when the mother’s abdomen is exposed to radiation from outside her body. Also, a pregnant woman who accidentally swallows or breathes in radioactive materials may absorb that substance into her bloodstream. From the mother’s blood, radioactive materials may pass through the umbilical cord to the baby or concentrate in areas of the mother’s body near the womb (such as the urinary bladder) and expose the fetus to radiation.','Cancer and Radiation','','inherit','open','open','','21-autosave-v1','','','2013-07-11 17:03:52','2013-07-11 21:03:52','',21,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/21-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(428,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Brain Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',46,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/46-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(516,1,'2013-06-24 16:40:10','2013-06-24 16:40:10','<p class=\"ultimatesbplugin_top\"><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The</span>re are two ma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>types of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Primary bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Metastatic bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts somewhere else<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body and moves to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can be benign, with no<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells, or malignant, with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells that grow quickly. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can cause many symptoms. No one knows<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>exact causes of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors. Doctors can seldom expla<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>why one person develops a bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumor and ano<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r does not.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>- An<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span>troduction</h2>\r\n<p class=\"cpage_body\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span>word</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>refers to changes<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body’s cells that cause<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m to grow out of control.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>se cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowd</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g out normal cells and damag<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>g entire systems of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>body.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"cpage_body\">Reliable L<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>ks:</h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Brain+Tumor\">People Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong>\r\n\r\nPeople Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>has become<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>.net and some of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>simplest Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation can be found here. On<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>left side of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page click on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Types.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>n scroll down<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>middle of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page to Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor. <span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation written<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span>English and Spanish. Some sections are updated with a date but not all sections are dated.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span>formation is provided by<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>American Society of Cl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>ical Oncology. Get a written diagnosis from your doctor and search on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>terms you are given.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.abta.org\" target=\"_blank\">American Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Association</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong>\r\n\r\nAmerican Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Association offers tumor and treatment publications as well as educational programs.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have good, simple<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation and a primer that is useful. Most<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation is downloadable and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span>booklet format. Site requires registration for updates and access to some material.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y do have an 800 phone number for support and additional<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\">Childhood Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Foundation</a>\r\n<div><strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong></div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>This is a wonderful resource for any parent deal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with a pediatric bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>or sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>al tumor.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>ir mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>issues fac<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g this devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g diagnosis.</div>\r\n&nbsp;','Brain Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 16:40:10','2013-06-24 16:40:10','',46,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/46-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(454,1,'2013-08-12 13:31:02','2013-08-12 17:31:02','Breast cancer is a type of cancer where cells in the breast tissue divide and grow without the normal control. Cancerous tumors in the breast usually grow very slowly so that by the time one is large enough to be felt as a lump, it may have been growing for as long as ten years.\n<h2>Basic Breast Cancer Facts</h2>\nBreast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. According to the Cancer statistics, it’s estimated that 211,240 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the US in 2005, and 40,410 women will die from the disease. If you’re worried about developing breast cancer, or if you know someone who has been diagnosed with the disease, one way to deal with your concerns is to get as much information as possible.\n\nPlease read some of the booklet from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/breast.pdf\">FIRST</a>;  you’ll be glad you did! (Scroll through it and start at page 7.)\n\nAbout 80 percent of breast cancers originate in the mammary ducts, while about 20 percent arise in the lobules. (Lobules – Spherical-shaped sacs in the breast that produce milk.) Look at the reliable links section below to start your education.\n\nSAVE LIVES WITH A MAMMOGRAM!!!\n\nHelp us fund free or low cost mammograms to catch Breast Cancer in its earliest stages. Click on the donate now button above and in the comments section indicate that the funds are for mammograms.\n<ul>\n	<li> <strong>Info on <a title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"http://www.nccn.com/type-of-cancer/breast-cancer/166.html\">Inflammatory Breast Cancer</a> (IBC) </strong>Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare, but deadly disease. Doctors say it is often difficult to diagnose because the symptoms are quite different from typical breast cancer. Please watch this informational video. It is a silent Killer!  Additionally there is a new IBC organization that has some useful info. Here is the <a href=\"http://www.eraseibc.com/ibc.html\">Link for the IBC Foundation</a>. The New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research has a <a href=\"http://www.state.nj.us/health/ccr/documents/ibc_newsletter.pdf\">special research report</a> dated Spring 2008 that is also very informative despite the 2008 date.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong><strong>PARP Inhibitors\n</strong></strong>This recent news affects those with heriditary cancer.PARP inhibitors may be especially helpful for patients with hereditary breast cancer. People who have BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations are at very high risk for developing breast cancer. Healthy BRCA genes can suppress tumor formation, but mutated BRCA genes are powerless against cancer cells. PARP inhibitors may exploit the weakness inherent in cancer cells with mutated BRCA. One possible use for PARP inhibitors may be prevention of hereditary breast cancer. Perhaps PARP inhibitors will become a <em>preventative treatment</em> for high-risk women and would make prophylactic mastectomies obsolete. If a PARP inhibitor is <em>added</em> to chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer, researchers hope cancer cells that have resisted anticancer drugs will be become vulnerable to fatal DNA damage. In some cases, a PARP inhibitor may be used <em>alone</em>, rather than in conjunction with chemo and radiation. Even better news is that PARP inhibitors do not appear to affect normal, non-cancerous cells. That means fewer side effects for patients and faster recovery from treatments.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</h2>\nVital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.\n<ol>\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\n	<li>Calendar</li>\n	<li>Progress</li>\n	<li>Questions</li>\n	<li>Insurance</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</h2>\nThe word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\n<h2>Reliable Links and Resources</h2>\n<strong>National Comprehensive Cancer Network     </strong><strong><a href=\"http://www.nccn.com\">www.nccn.com</a></strong>\n\n<strong><em>Read this First!</em></strong>   <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/breast.pdf\">This link</a> is a ‘goldmine’ of great information. It is a PDF file with nearly everything you need to know about breast Cancer. It is well organized and answers the many questions that any patient would have after getting a Cancer Diagnosis. If you have been told that there may be an abnormality in your last mammogram and you need to get a diagnostic mammo, this is a great place to find info and understand the next decisions and discussions. It’s a long file (about 100 pages) but you’ll find it easy to navigate and get at the answers quickly. You’ll probably want to skip to page 7 to start reading.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.breastcancer.org\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>www.breastcancer.org</strong></a>\n\n<em>What you can find here:</em>\n\nOne of the many Breast Cancer information sites. Information is updated regularly and the site is somewhat easy to navigate once you find the best place to start. The best way to navigate the site is to start with the section labeled Symptoms and Diagnosis - then go through the information item by item until you find what you are looking for. They provide information on treatment, support groups, current research and some very basic terms and descriptions. Some of the online booklets can also be quite helpful.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_4X_Treatment_by_Stage_Breast_Cancer_5.asp?rnav=cri\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Breast Cancer Treatment by Stage</strong></a>\n\n<em>What you can find here:</em>\n\nOne of the many general Cancer information sites. Information is updated regularly and dated. There is a very high level overview of each stage. The site requires you to click on many links to get at specific data.\n\nThe <strong>CDC (Centers for Disease Control)</strong> has reliable information to get you started with your understanding of treatment options for Breast Cancer. <a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/treatment.htm\">Click here</a> for a link.\n\nAlso on this site is a very useful link to the National Cancer Institutes Treatment Option Overview. <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/breast/Patient/page5/\">Click here</a> to go directly to the page.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/symptoms.htm\">Breast Cancer Symptoms</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/coping\">General Information in Coping with Cancer</a>','Breast Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','47-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-12 13:31:02','2013-08-12 17:31:02','',47,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/47-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(429,1,'2013-10-08 18:48:26','2013-10-08 22:48:26','<noscript>\n&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;div style=\"display:inline;\"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;img height=\"1\" width=\"1\" style=\"border-style:none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#038;script=0\"/&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/div&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;gt;&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;\n</noscript>[image url=\"/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cancertypes.jpg\" title=\"Cancer Types\" raw=\"true\" alignment=\"center\" margin_left=\"0\" margin_right=\"0\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\" shadow=\"7\" width=\"640\" height=\"229\"]\n<h2>All</h2>\n<span><span>Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ncer typic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lly begins in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>lining of your bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder,</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>b<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lloon-sh<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ped org<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n in your pelvic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t stores urine. 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It stores <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046642&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\" target=\"_blank\">urine</a>, the liquid waste made by the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046325&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">kidneys</a>.\n\nYour bladder is part of the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046095&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urinary tract</a>. Urine passes from each kidney into the bladder through a long tube called a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046638&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\" target=\"_blank\">ureter</a>. Urine leaves the bladder through a shorter tube (the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046640&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urethra</a>).\n\nThe wall of the bladder has layers of <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046683&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\" target=\"_blank\">tissue</a>:\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Inner layer</strong>: The inner layer of tissue is also called the lining. As your bladder fills up with urine, the transitional cells on the surface stretch. When you empty your bladder, these cells shrink.</li>\n	<li><strong>Middle layer</strong>: The middle layer is muscle tissue. When you empty your bladder, the muscle layer in the bladder wall squeezes the urine out of your body.</li>\n	<li><strong>Outer layer</strong>: The outer layer covers the bladder. It has fat, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000344349&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">fibrous</a> tissue, and blood vessels.</li>\n</ul>\nBladder location in men\n\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a man\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image004.jpg\" width=\"321\" height=\"271\" />\n\nBladder location in women\n\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a woman.\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image006.jpg\" width=\"324\" height=\"271\" />\n\nPhotos from Cancer.Gov\n<div>\n\n<a name=\"5\"></a>\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\nBladder cancer may cause these common symptoms:\n<ul>\n	<li>Finding blood in your urine (which may make the urine look rusty or darker red)</li>\n	<li>Feeling an urgent need to empty your bladder</li>\n	<li>Having to empty your bladder more often than you used to</li>\n	<li>Feeling the need to empty your bladder without results</li>\n	<li>Needing to strain (bear down) when you empty your bladder</li>\n	<li>Feeling pain when you empty your bladder</li>\n</ul>\nThese symptoms may be caused by bladder cancer or by other health problems, such as an infection. People with these symptoms should tell their doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.\n\n</div>\n<h2>Treatment</h2>\nTreatment options for people with bladder cancer are <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045570&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgery</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045214&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">chemotherapy</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045617&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">biological therapy</a>, and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044971&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">radiation therapy</a>. You may receive more than one type of treatment.\n\nThe treatment that’s right for you depends mainly on the following:\n<ul>\n	<li>The location of the tumor in the bladder</li>\n	<li>Whether the tumor has invaded the muscle layer or tissues outside the bladder</li>\n	<li>Whether the tumor has spread to other parts of the body</li>\n	<li>The grade of the tumor</li>\n	<li>Your age and general health</li>\n</ul>\nYou may have a team of specialists to help plan your treatment. Your doctor may refer you to a specialist, or you may ask for a referral. You may want to see a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046643&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urologist</a>, a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044306&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgeon</a> who specializes in treating problems in the urinary tract. 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This website has information about most common cancers, statistics and clinical trials.\n<div>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n</div>','Bladder Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','44-autosave-v1','','','2013-10-08 18:48:26','2013-10-08 22:48:26','',44,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/44-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(571,1,'2013-06-24 16:37:33','2013-06-24 16:37:33','<noscript>\r\n&amp;lt;div style=\"display:inline;\"&amp;gt; &amp;lt;img height=\"1\" width=\"1\" style=\"border-style:none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;amp;#038;script=0\"/&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/div&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;\r\n</noscript><span><span>Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder C<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ncer typic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lly begins in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>lining of your Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder,</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>b<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lloon-sh<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ped org<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n in your pelvic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t stores urine. 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It stores <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046642&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urine</a>, the liquid waste made by the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046325&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">kidneys</a>.\r\n\r\nYour bladder is part of the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046095&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urinary tract</a>. Urine passes from each kidney into the bladder through a long tube called a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046638&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">ureter</a>. Urine leaves the bladder through a shorter tube (the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046640&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urethra</a>).\r\n\r\nThe wall of the bladder has layers of <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046683&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">tissue</a>:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Inner layer</strong>: The inner layer of tissue is also called the lining. As your bladder fills up with urine, the transitional cells on the surface stretch. When you empty your bladder, these cells shrink.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Middle layer</strong>: The middle layer is muscle tissue. When you empty your bladder, the muscle layer in the bladder wall squeezes the urine out of your body.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Outer layer</strong>: The outer layer covers the bladder. It has fat, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000344349&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">fibrous</a> tissue, and blood vessels.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBladder location in men\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a man\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image004.jpg\" width=\"321\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nBladder location in women\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a woman.\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image006.jpg\" width=\"324\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nPhotos from Cancer.Gov\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"5\"></a>\r\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\r\nBladder cancer may cause these common symptoms:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Finding blood in your urine (which may make the urine look rusty or darker red)</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling an urgent need to empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Having to empty your bladder more often than you used to</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling the need to empty your bladder without results</li>\r\n	<li>Needing to strain (bear down) when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling pain when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThese symptoms may be caused by bladder cancer or by other health problems, such as an infection. People with these symptoms should tell their doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<h2>Treatment</h2>\r\nTreatment options for people with bladder cancer are <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045570&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgery</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045214&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">chemotherapy</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045617&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">biological therapy</a>, and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044971&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">radiation therapy</a>. You may receive more than one type of treatment.\r\n\r\nThe treatment that’s right for you depends mainly on the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The location of the tumor in the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has invaded the muscle layer or tissues outside the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has spread to other parts of the body</li>\r\n	<li>The grade of the tumor</li>\r\n	<li>Your age and general health</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou may have a team of specialists to help plan your treatment. Your doctor may refer you to a specialist, or you may ask for a referral. You may want to see a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046643&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urologist</a>, a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044306&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgeon</a> who specializes in treating problems in the urinary tract. 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Keep<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ndy for use<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>t home<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd bring<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>long to your doctor visits<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd o<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r medic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>ppointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Import</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\" style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">a</span><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">nt Cont</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\" style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">a</span><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">cts</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">He<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lth<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd tre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tment history</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Copies of reports – Blood tests, P<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>thology reports, etc</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">C<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lend<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>r</span></li>\r\n	<li><em id=\"__mceDel\"><em id=\"__mceDel\"></em></em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Progress</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Questions</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Insur<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nce</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<strong>Understanding Bladder Cancer - An Introduction</strong>\r\n\r\nThe word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\r\n\r\nYour bladder is a hollow <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000257523&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">organ</a> in the lower <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045070&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">abdomen</a>. It stores <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046642&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urine</a>, the liquid waste made by the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046325&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">kidneys</a>.\r\n\r\nYour bladder is part of the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046095&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urinary tract</a>. Urine passes from each kidney into the bladder through a long tube called a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046638&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">ureter</a>. Urine leaves the bladder through a shorter tube (the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046640&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urethra</a>).\r\n\r\nThe wall of the bladder has layers of <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046683&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">tissue</a>:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Inner layer</strong>: The inner layer of tissue is also called the lining. As your bladder fills up with urine, the transitional cells on the surface stretch. When you empty your bladder, these cells shrink.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Middle layer</strong>: The middle layer is muscle tissue. When you empty your bladder, the muscle layer in the bladder wall squeezes the urine out of your body.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Outer layer</strong>: The outer layer covers the bladder. It has fat, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000344349&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">fibrous</a> tissue, and blood vessels.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBladder location in men\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a man\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image004.jpg\" width=\"321\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nBladder location in women\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a woman.\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image006.jpg\" width=\"324\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nPhotos from Cancer.Gov\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"5\"></a>\r\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\r\nBladder cancer may cause these common symptoms:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Finding blood in your urine (which may make the urine look rusty or darker red)</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling an urgent need to empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Having to empty your bladder more often than you used to</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling the need to empty your bladder without results</li>\r\n	<li>Needing to strain (bear down) when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling pain when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThese symptoms may be caused by bladder cancer or by other health problems, such as an infection. People with these symptoms should tell their doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<h2>Treatment</h2>\r\nTreatment options for people with bladder cancer are <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045570&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgery</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045214&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">chemotherapy</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045617&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">biological therapy</a>, and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044971&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">radiation therapy</a>. You may receive more than one type of treatment.\r\n\r\nThe treatment that’s right for you depends mainly on the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The location of the tumor in the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has invaded the muscle layer or tissues outside the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has spread to other parts of the body</li>\r\n	<li>The grade of the tumor</li>\r\n	<li>Your age and general health</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou may have a team of specialists to help plan your treatment. Your doctor may refer you to a specialist, or you may ask for a referral. You may want to see a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046643&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urologist</a>, a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044306&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgeon</a> who specializes in treating problems in the urinary tract. 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Bone cancer can begin in any bone in the body, but it most commonly affects the long bones that make up the arms and legs.\r\n\r\nSeveral types of bone cancer exist. Some types of bone cancer occur primarily in children, while others affect mostly adults.\r\n\r\nThe term “bone cancer” doesn’t include cancers that begin elsewhere in the body and spread (metastasize) to the bone. Instead, those cancers are named for where they began, such as breast cancer that has metastasized to the bone. Bone cancer also doesn’t include blood cell cancers, such as multiple myeloma and leukemia, that begin in the bone marrow — the jelly-like material inside the bone where blood cells are made.\r\n<h2>Common types of primary bone cancer include the following:</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Osteosarcoma</strong>, which arises from osteoid tissue in the bone. This tumor occurs most often in the knee and upper arm.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Chondrosarcoma</strong>, which begins in cartilaginous tissue. Cartilage pads the ends of bones and lines the joints. Chondrosarcoma occurs most often in the pelvis (located between the hip bones), upper leg, and shoulder. Sometimes a chondrosarcoma contains cancerous bone cells. In that case, doctors classify the tumor as an osteosarcoma.</li>\r\n	<li>The <strong>Ewing Sarcoma</strong> Family of Tumors (ESFTs), which usually occur in bone but may also arise in soft tissue (muscle, fat, fibrous tissue, blood vessels, or other supporting tissue). Scientists think that ESFTs arise from elements of primitive nerve tissue in the bone or soft tissue. ESFTs occur most commonly along the backbone and pelvis and in the legs and arms.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nOther types of cancer that arise in soft tissue are called soft tissue sarcomas. They are not bone cancers and are not described here.\r\n<h2><strong>Signs and symptoms of bone cancer include</strong>:</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Bone pain</li>\r\n	<li>Swelling and tenderness near the affected area</li>\r\n	<li>Broken bone</li>\r\n	<li>Fatigue</li>\r\n	<li>Unintended weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2><strong>Bone Cancer Treatment</strong></h2>\r\nTreatment options for bone cancer are based on the type of cancer you have, the stage of the cancer, your overall health and your preferences. Bone cancer treatment typically involves surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or a combination of treatments.\r\n<h2><strong>What Causes Bone Cancer</strong>?</h2>\r\nAlthough bone cancer does not have a clearly defined cause, researchers have identified several factors that increase the likelihood of developing these tumors. Osteosarcoma occurs more frequently in people who have had high-dose external radiation therapy or treatment with certain anticancer drugs; children seem to be particularly susceptible. A small number of bone cancers are due to heredity. For example, children who have had hereditary retinoblastoma (an uncommon cancer of the eye) are at a higher risk of developing osteosarcoma, particularly if they are treated with radiation. Additionally, people who have hereditary defects of bones and people with metal implants, which doctors sometimes use to repair fractures, are more likely to develop osteosarcoma. Ewing sarcoma is not strongly associated with any heredity cancer syndromes, congenital childhood diseases, or previous radiation exposure.','Bone Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','45-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:35:07','2013-06-24 12:35:07','',45,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/45-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(452,1,'2013-06-20 15:32:43','2013-06-20 15:32:43','<h3>What is Bone Cancer?</h3>\r\nBone cancer is an uncommon cancer that begins in a bone. Bone cancer can begin in any bone in the body, but it most commonly affects the long bones that make up the arms and legs.\r\n\r\nSeveral types of bone cancer exist. Some types of bone cancer occur primarily in children, while others affect mostly adults.\r\n\r\nThe term “bone cancer” doesn’t include cancers that begin elsewhere in the body and spread (metastasize) to the bone. Instead, those cancers are named for where they began, such as breast cancer that has metastasized to the bone. Bone cancer also doesn’t include blood cell cancers, such as multiple myeloma and leukemia, that begin in the bone marrow — the jelly-like material inside the bone where blood cells are made.\r\n<h3> Common types of primary bone cancer include the following:</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Osteosarcoma</strong>, which arises from osteoid tissue in the bone. This tumor occurs most often in the knee and upper arm.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Chondrosarcoma</strong>, which begins in cartilaginous tissue. Cartilage pads the ends of bones and lines the joints. Chondrosarcoma occurs most often in the pelvis (located between the hip bones), upper leg, and shoulder. Sometimes a chondrosarcoma contains cancerous bone cells. In that case, doctors classify the tumor as an osteosarcoma.</li>\r\n	<li>The <strong>Ewing Sarcoma</strong> Family of Tumors (ESFTs), which usually occur in bone but may also arise in soft tissue (muscle, fat, fibrous tissue, blood vessels, or other supporting tissue). Scientists think that ESFTs arise from elements of primitive nerve tissue in the bone or soft tissue. ESFTs occur most commonly along the backbone and pelvis and in the legs and arms.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nOther types of cancer that arise in soft tissue are called soft tissue sarcomas. They are not bone cancers and are not described here.\r\n\r\n<strong>Signs and symptoms of bone cancer include</strong>:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Bone pain</li>\r\n	<li>Swelling and tenderness near the affected area</li>\r\n	<li>Broken bone</li>\r\n	<li>Fatigue</li>\r\n	<li>Unintended weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Bone Cancer Treatment</strong>:\r\n\r\nTreatment options for bone cancer are based on the type of cancer you have, the stage of the cancer, your overall health and your preferences. Bone cancer treatment typically involves surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or a combination of treatments.\r\n\r\n<strong>What Causes Bone Cancer</strong>?\r\n\r\nAlthough bone cancer does not have a clearly defined cause, researchers have identified several factors that increase the likelihood of developing these tumors. Osteosarcoma occurs more frequently in people who have had high-dose external radiation therapy or treatment with certain anticancer drugs; children seem to be particularly susceptible. A small number of bone cancers are due to heredity. For example, children who have had hereditary retinoblastoma (an uncommon cancer of the eye) are at a higher risk of developing osteosarcoma, particularly if they are treated with radiation. Additionally, people who have hereditary defects of bones and people with metal implants, which doctors sometimes use to repair fractures, are more likely to develop osteosarcoma. Ewing sarcoma is not strongly associated with any heredity cancer syndromes, congenital childhood diseases, or previous radiation exposure.','Bone Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','45-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 15:32:43','2013-06-20 15:32:43','',45,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/45-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(431,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Pancreatic Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','61-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',61,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/61-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(483,1,'2013-06-04 15:41:03','2013-06-04 15:41:03','','Prostate','','inherit','open','open','','257-revision-v1','','','2013-06-04 15:41:03','2013-06-04 15:41:03','',257,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/04/257-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(432,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Anal Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','43-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',43,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/43-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(763,1,'2013-07-30 19:09:35','2013-07-30 23:09:35','Not all foods are equal when it comes to nutrition and anti-aging properties. There are many lists of superfoods, and many strong opinions about which is best, but you will always find the following mentioned!\r\n<h1>10 Best Anti-Aging Superfoods</h1>\r\n<h3>Blueberries</h3>\r\nThese are the most super of the superfoods. They are little exploding bombs of nutrients, packed with bioflavanoids, a type of antioxidant that is said to strengthen artery walls and maintain the structure of the skin. They contain anti-cancer and anti-aging properties, and can help to <a href=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/\" target=\"_blank\">lower cholesterol</a>. Sprinkle them on porridge or cereal for a power breakfast.\r\n<h3>Broccoli</h3>\r\nA powerhouse source of iron, broccoli is the king of vegetables. Absolutely packed with bioflavanoids, it is top of the list of anti-cancer vegetables, and has been shown to protect against breast and prostate cancer. Use it steamed or in stir- fries.\r\n<h3>Tomatoes</h3>\r\nA source of lycopene, which can help to fight prostate cancer in particular, as it mops up the free radicals that cause damage to body tissue. The body absorbs lycopene more efficiently if the tomatoes are cooked, so use freely in soups and sauces. Tinned tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, as they have already been cooked.\r\n<h3>Oily Fish</h3>\r\nOily fish, such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines are top sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. These are absolutely the “in” nutrients of the moment, said to help lower the risk of blood clots, and the build up of fatty deposits on arteries. However, it is the suggestion that Omega-3 improves brainpower that has been causing a stir, and experiments have shown a marked improvement in the concentration of school children who have been given Omega-3 supplements. Parents are now being advised to make sure their children have adequate Omega-3 in their diets.\r\n<h3>Garlic</h3>\r\nFor centuries garlic has been renowned for it’s healing properties. It is also a powerful antioxidant, and is considered one of the best natural remedies for colds and ‘flu. Garlic has also been shown to help reduce high cholesterol levels For best results, eat garlic raw, if you dare! Failing that, use freely in cooking..\r\n<h3>Brazil Nuts</h3>\r\nBrazil nuts are considered high in fat, but this is unsaturated fat, considered to be the “good” fat. They are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, which neutralizes free radicals in the body. Just two or three brazil nuts a day will provide you with adequate levels of selenium.\r\n<h3>Avocado</h3>\r\nAnother superfood considered to be high in fat, but again, we are talking about the beneficial monounsaturated fat. Nutritionally, avocados are almost a complete meal in themselves, containing high levels of many vitamins, especially vitamins E and C.\r\n<h3>Olive Oil</h3>\r\nFavorite anti-aging ingredient of the Mediterranean diet which has proved to be so beneficial in improving blood vessel function, and maintaining a <a href=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/\" target=\"_blank\">healthy heart</a>. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which help lower cholesterol levels. Recently it has been found that extra virgin olive oil contains an anti-inflammatory compound, which may help people with arthritis. Use freely as a salad dressing and in cooking.\r\n<h3>Honey</h3>\r\nHoney, like garlic, has been a superfood before the term had even been invented! Has powerful antibacterial and healing properties. Manuka honey, a specialist honey from bees that feed on the flowers of the manuka tree has been found to be effective as a topical dressing in the treatment of wounds and infections. It has been used to cure difficult wounds like leg ulcers when conventional treatment has failed.\r\n<h3>Bananas</h3>\r\nA meal in a skin! Exceptionally high in minerals, bananas provide potassium, and good carbohydrates. They are the chosen snack for athletes and anyone engaging in vigorous physical activity as they help to maintain energy levels.\r\n\r\nTry to include at least some of these anti-ageing superfoods in your diet, and you and your health will certainly benefit.\r\n\r\nPatricia Noble is a qualified healthcare professional with a special interest in nutrition and skincare. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.antiageinginformation.com/\">http://www.antiageinginformation.com</a> and <a href=\"http://www.whyzit.com/\">http://www.whyzit.com</a>','Anti-Aging Foods','','inherit','open','open','','67-revision-v1','','','2013-07-30 19:09:35','2013-07-30 23:09:35','',67,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/07/30/67-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts_backup` VALUES (433,1,'2013-08-14 15:40:08','2013-08-14 19:40:08','<h2>Understanding Oral Cancer – An Introduction</h2>\nThe word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\n<h2>What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer – The Basics</h2>\nBy Dr. Richard M. Nadler DMD, FAGD (see Profile below)\n<h3>A Description Of Oral Cancer or Cancer of the Mouth</h3>\nCancer can affect any part of the mouth including the lips, gums, cheeks, tongue and hard or soft palate. The most common symptom of oral cancer is a sore in the mouth that bleeds easily and does not heal. Another common sign of oral cancer is pain or numbness, which does not go away, or a change in the way the teeth fit together. Other signs and symptoms could include:\n<ul>\n	<li>A lump or thickening in the cheek</li>\n	<li>A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, tonsil or lining of the mouth</li>\n	<li>A sore throat or a feeling that something is caught in the throat</li>\n	<li>Difficulties in chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving the tongue or jaw</li>\n	<li>A color change of the oral tissues</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Who is at Risk for Oral Cancer?</h3>\nClose to 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. It will cause over 8,000 deaths, killing roughly one person per hour, 24 hours a day. Of those newly diagnosed individuals, only slightly more than half will be alive in five years (around 57%).\n\n<strong>Gender</strong> - Oral cancers or cancer of the mouth are about twice as common in men than women. This is because men are more likely to use tobacco and alcohol over long periods of time and in large enough quantities to cause these cancers.\n\n<strong>Age</strong> - The likelihood of developing oral cancer increases with age, especially after age 35. Half of all oral cancers are diagnosed in people older than 62.\n\n<strong>Tobacco and Alcohol</strong> - About 80% of patients with oral cancers use tobacco. The risk of developing these cancers increases with the amount smoked or chewed and the duration of the habit.\n<ul>\n	<li>About 70% of al patients with oral cancers drink alcohol frequently. These cancers are much more common in drinkers than non-drinkers.</li>\n	<li>The combination of smoking and drinking heavily raises a person’s risk much more than either by itself.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Sun Exposure</strong> - Many patients with cancers of the lip have outdoor jobs associated with prolonged exposure to sunlight.\n\n<strong>Diet</strong> - A diet low in fruits and vegetables is associated with an increased risk of developing this cancer.\n\n<strong>HPV Infection</strong> - According to a recent article in Time (October 5, 2011), the number of head and neck cancers linked to the sexually transmitted human papilloma virus (HPV) has increased sharply over the past two decades. This virus may account for more cancers than tobacco or alcohol, a new study finds. Overall, the risk was greatest and rising in men. HPV is best known as the virus that causes cervical cancer in women, but because of better screening, the rate of such cancers has declined. The good news is that patients with HPV-positive oral cancers have better survival rates than those with cancer due to other causes, possibly because their tumors have less genetic damage, which makes them more responsive to treatment.\n<h3>Bottom Line – Early Detection<strong> </strong></h3>\nOne of the real dangers of this cancer is that, in its early stages, it can go unnoticed. It can be painless, and few physical changes may be obvious. The good news is that your dentist or doctor can, in many cases, see or feel the tissue changes, or the actual cancer of the mouth while it is still very small, or in its earliest stages. It may appear as a white or reed patch, or a small ulcer similar to a canker sore. Because so many benign changes occur in the mouth, it is important to have any sore or discolored area of your mouth, which does not heal in 14 days, looked at by a professional. Other symptoms include: a lump or mass which can be felt inside the mouth or neck, pain or difficulty swallowing, speaking, or chewing, any wart-like masses, hoarseness which lasts for a long time, or any numbness.\n\nThe only way to know for sure is to do a biopsy of the site. This procedure is not painful or expensive, and takes little time. It is important to have a diagnosis as early as possible, and your medical doctor or dentist may refer you to a specialist to have the biopsy performed.\n<h3>Conclusion and Prevention</h3>\nMost oral cancers could be prevented if people did not use tobacco or drink heavily. Quitting tobacco and limiting alcohol use sharply reduces any risk of developing oral cancer, even after years of use. Many oral cancers may be found early by a combination of routine screening exams by a doctor or dentist or by self-examination.\n<h3>About the Author</h3>\nRichard M. Nadler DMD, FAGD established his private practice in Hillsborough, NJ in 1984, after graduating with honors from UMDNJ in 1983. He has continued his training in neuromuscular dentistry, sleep medicine, cosmetic and prosthetic dentistry. Dr. Nadler and his team at Designs for Dental Health are dedicated to helping their patients Eat Well, Feel Great and Smile Beautifully. Dr. Nadler screens all patients visiting his office for oral cancer. If you have questions or would like to make an appointment with Dr. Nadler where you will receive an oral cancer screening, please call Designs for Dental Health at 908-359-6655 or visit them online at <a href=\"http://www.designsfordentalhealth.com./\">http://www.DesignsForDentalHealth.com.</a>\n\nFor those of you not in Central NJ, please contact a dentist in your area or use the resources below.\n<h3>Additional resources</h3>\n<a href=\"http://oralcancerfoundation.org/\">The Oral Cancer Foundation</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002030/\">The U.S. National Institute of Health</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/oral_cancer/hic_oral_cancer.aspx\">The Cleveland Clinic</a>\n\n<strong>See the online booklet from the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/\">National Cancer Institute</a></strong> and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/oral\">What You Need To Know About™ Oral Cancer</a> to learn about oral cancer symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask the doctor.','Oral Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','60-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 15:40:08','2013-08-14 19:40:08','',60,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/60-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(480,1,'2013-06-21 13:55:30','2013-06-21 13:55:30','<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</strong>\r\n\r\n</span>The word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer – The Basics </strong></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\r\n</span>By Dr. Richard M. Nadler DMD, FAGD (see Profile below)\r\n\r\n<strong>A Description Of Oral Cancer or Cancer of the Mouth</strong>\r\n\r\nCancer can affect any part of the mouth including the lips, gums, cheeks, tongue and hard or soft palate. The most common symptom of oral cancer is a sore in the mouth that bleeds easily and does not heal. Another common sign of oral cancer is pain or numbness, which does not go away, or a change in the way the teeth fit together. Other signs and symptoms could include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A lump or thickening in the cheek</li>\r\n	<li>A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, tonsil or lining of the mouth</li>\r\n	<li>A sore throat or a feeling that something is caught in the throat</li>\r\n	<li>Difficulties in chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving the tongue or jaw</li>\r\n	<li>A color change of the oral tissues</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Who is at Risk for Oral Cancer?</strong>\r\n\r\nClose to 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. It will cause over 8,000 deaths, killing roughly one person per hour, 24 hours a day. Of those newly diagnosed individuals, only slightly more than half will be alive in five years (around 57%).\r\n\r\n<strong>Gender</strong> - Oral cancers or cancer of the mouth are about twice as common in men than women. This is because men are more likely to use tobacco and alcohol over long periods of time and in large enough quantities to cause these cancers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Age</strong> - The likelihood of developing oral cancer increases with age, especially after age 35. Half of all oral cancers are diagnosed in people older than 62.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tobacco and Alcohol</strong> - About 80% of patients with oral cancers use tobacco. The risk of developing these cancers increases with the amount smoked or chewed and the duration of the habit.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>About 70% of al patients with oral cancers drink alcohol frequently. These cancers are much more common in drinkers than non-drinkers.</li>\r\n	<li>The combination of smoking and drinking heavily raises a person’s risk much more than either by itself.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Sun Exposure</strong> - Many patients with cancers of the lip have outdoor jobs associated with prolonged exposure to sunlight.\r\n\r\n<strong>Diet</strong> - A diet low in fruits and vegetables is associated with an increased risk of developing this cancer.\r\n\r\n<strong>HPV Infection</strong> - According to a recent article in Time (October 5, 2011), the number of head and neck cancers linked to the sexually transmitted human papilloma virus (HPV) has increased sharply over the past two decades. This virus may account for more cancers than tobacco or alcohol, a new study finds. Overall, the risk was greatest and rising in men. HPV is best known as the virus that causes cervical cancer in women, but because of better screening, the rate of such cancers has declined. The good news is that patients with HPV-positive oral cancers have better survival rates than those with cancer due to other causes, possibly because their tumors have less genetic damage, which makes them more responsive to treatment.\r\n\r\n<strong>Bottom Line – Early Detection </strong>\r\n\r\nOne of the real dangers of this cancer is that, in its early stages, it can go unnoticed. It can be painless, and few physical changes may be obvious. The good news is that your dentist or doctor can, in many cases, see or feel the tissue changes, or the actual cancer of the mouth while it is still very small, or in its earliest stages. It may appear as a white or reed patch, or a small ulcer similar to a canker sore. Because so many benign changes occur in the mouth, it is important to have any sore or discolored area of your mouth, which does not heal in 14 days, looked at by a professional. Other symptoms include: a lump or mass which can be felt inside the mouth or neck, pain or difficulty swallowing, speaking, or chewing, any wart-like masses, hoarseness which lasts for a long time, or any numbness.\r\n\r\nThe only way to know for sure is to do a biopsy of the site. This procedure is not painful or expensive, and takes little time. It is important to have a diagnosis as early as possible, and your medical doctor or dentist may refer you to a specialist to have the biopsy performed.\r\n\r\n<strong>Conclusion and Prevention</strong>\r\n\r\nMost oral cancers could be prevented if people did not use tobacco or drink heavily. Quitting tobacco and limiting alcohol use sharply reduces any risk of developing oral cancer, even after years of use. Many oral cancers may be found early by a combination of routine screening exams by a doctor or dentist or by self-examination.\r\n\r\n<strong>About the Author</strong>\r\n\r\nRichard M. Nadler DMD, FAGD established his private practice in Hillsborough, NJ in 1984, after graduating with honors from UMDNJ in 1983. He has continued his training in neuromuscular dentistry, sleep medicine, cosmetic and prosthetic dentistry. Dr. Nadler and his team at Designs for Dental Health are dedicated to helping their patients Eat Well, Feel Great and Smile Beautifully. Dr. Nadler screens all patients visiting his office for oral cancer. If you have questions or would like to make an appointment with Dr. Nadler where you will receive an oral cancer screening, please call Designs for Dental Health at 908-359-6655 or visit them online at <a href=\"http://www.designsfordentalhealth.com./\">http://www.DesignsForDentalHealth.com.</a>\r\n\r\nFor those of you not in Central NJ, please contact a dentist in your area or use the resources below.\r\n\r\n<strong>Additional resources :</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://oralcancerfoundation.org/\">The Oral Cancer Foundation</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002030/\">The U.S. National Institute of Health</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/oral_cancer/hic_oral_cancer.aspx\">The Cleveland Clinic</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>See the online booklet from the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/\">National Cancer Institute</a></strong> and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/oral\">What You Need To Know About™ Oral Cancer</a> to learn about oral cancer symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask the doctor.','Oral','','inherit','open','open','','60-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:55:30','2013-06-21 13:55:30','',60,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/60-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(434,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Oral','','inherit','open','open','','60-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',60,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/60-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(481,1,'2013-08-14 15:43:54','2013-08-14 19:43:54','<strong>Pancreatic Cancer Takes the life of Actress Bonnie Franklin 3/1/2013.</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/showtracker/la-et-cm-bonnie-franklin-dies-at-69-20130301,0,6152971.story\" target=\"_blank\">Read the story</a>.\n<h2>What is Pancreatic Cancer?</h2>\n<span>Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas — an organ in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>abdomen that lies horizontally behind the lower part of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>stomach.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Your </span>pancreas secretes enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help regulate the metabolism of sugars.</span>\n\nPancreatic cancer often has a poor prognosis, even when diagnosed early. Pancreatic cancer typically spreads rapidly and is seldom detected in its early stages, which is a major reason why it’s a leading cause of cancer death. Signs and symptoms may not appear until pancreatic cancer is quite advanced and surgical removal isn’t possible.\n<h2>Understanding<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas</h2>\n<span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Your </span>pancreas is about 6 inches (15 centimeters) long and looks something like a pear lying on its side. The pancreas is a crucial part of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>digestive system. It secretes hormones, including insulin, to help<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>body process sugar. And it produces digestive juices to help<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>body digest food.</span>\n<h2>How pancreatic cancer forms</h2>\n<span>Pancreatic cancer occurs when cells in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas develop genetic mutations. These mutations cause the cells to grow uncontrollably and to continue living after normal cells would die. These accumulating cells can form a tumor.</span>\n<h2>Types of pancreatic cancer</h2>\nThe types of cells involved in a pancreatic cancer help determine the best treatment. Types of pancreatic cancer include:\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Cancer that forms in the pancreas ducts (adenocarcinoma).</strong> Cells that line the ducts of the pancreas help produce digestive juices. The majority of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas. Sometimes these cancers are called exocrine tumors.</li>\n	<li><strong>Cancer that forms in the hormone-producing cells.</strong> Cancer that forms in the hormone-producing cells of the pancreas is called endocrine cancer. Endocrine cancers of the pancreas are very rare.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer</h2>\nSigns and symptoms of pancreatic cancer often don’t occur until the disease is advanced. When signs and symptoms do appear, they may include:\n<ul>\n	<li><span>Upper abdominal pain that may radiate to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>back</span></li>\n	<li><span>Yellowing of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>skin and the whites of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>eyes (jaundice)</span></li>\n	<li>Loss of appetite</li>\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\n	<li>Depression</li>\n	<li>Blood clots</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Resources For Pancreatic Cancer</h2>\n<a href=\"http://www.mdanderson.org/patient-and-cancer-information/cancer-information/cancer-types/pancreatic-cancer/index.html?cmpid=google_cancer_treatment_pancreatic_ppc&amp;gclid=CJKuor_g0qsCFYlM4Aodyi28VA\" target=\"_blank\">MD Anderson website</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/pancreatic/Patient\" target=\"_blank\">National Cancer Institute</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/401.cfm\" target=\"_blank\">Memorial Sloan Kettering</a>','Pancreatic Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','61-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 15:43:54','2013-08-14 19:43:54','',61,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/61-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(435,1,'2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','','Safe Tanning','','inherit','open','open','','72-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:36:14','2013-05-30 18:36:14','',72,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/72-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(485,1,'2013-06-20 19:35:33','2013-06-20 19:35:33','<strong>Understanding Skin Cancer – Melanoma</strong>\r\n\r\nMelanoma is a type of skin cancer. For a very comprehensive overview, try the National Comprehensive Cancer Networks<strong> </strong>patient guide. <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/melanoma.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Here is the link.</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Four Basic Types</strong>\r\n\r\nMelanomas fall into four basic categories. Three of them begin <em>in situ</em><span> — meaning they occupy only the top layers of the skin — and sometimes become invasive; the fourth is invasive from the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> start</span>. Invasive melanomas are more serious, as they have penetrated deeper into the skin and may have spread to other areas of the body.</span>\r\n\r\n<strong> Superficial spreading melanoma</strong> is by far the most common type, accounting for about 70 percent of all cases. This is the one most often seen in young people. As the name suggests, this melanoma travels along the top layer of the skin for a fairly long time before penetrating more deeply.\r\n\r\nThe first sign is the appearance of a flat or slightly raised discolored patch that has irregular borders and is somewhat geometrical in form. The color varies, and you may see areas of tan, brown, black, red, blue or white. This type of melanoma can occur in a previously benign mole. The melanoma can be found almost anywhere on the body, but is most likely to occur on the trunk in men, the legs in women, and the upper back in both.\r\n\r\n<strong> Lentigo maligna</strong> is similar to the superficial spreading type, as it also remains close to the skin surface for quite a while, and usually appears as a flat or mildly elevated mottled tan, brown or dark brown discoloration. This type of <em>in situ</em> melanoma is found most often in the elderly, arising on chronically sun-exposed, damaged skin on the face, ears, arms and upper trunk. Lentigo maligna is the most common form of melanoma in Hawaii. When this cancer becomes invasive, it is referred to as <strong>lentigo maligna melanoma.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> Acral lentiginous melanoma</strong> also spreads superficially before penetrating more deeply. It is quite different from the others, though, as it usually appears as a black or brown discoloration under the nails or on the soles of the feet or palms of the hands. It is the most common melanoma in African-Americans and Asians, and the least common among Caucasians.\r\n\r\n<strong> Nodular melanoma </strong>is usually invasive at the time it is first diagnosed. The malignancy is recognized when it becomes a bump. It is usually black, but occasionally is blue, gray, white, brown, tan, red or skin tone. The most frequent locations are the trunk, legs, and arms, mainly of elderly people, as well as the scalp in men. This is the most aggressive of the melanomas, and is found in 10 to 15 percent of cases.\r\n\r\nPlease look at the <a title=\"Skin Cancer – Melanoma Pix\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer-melanoma-pix/\" target=\"_blank\">Skin cancer pictures </a>and read the <a title=\"ABC’s of Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/abcs-of-skin-cancer/\" target=\"_blank\">ABC’s of skin cancer</a> to get the complete understanding.\r\n\r\n<span> Consider buying our exclusively formulated Sunscreen. Outsmart the Sun. Save<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>Skin. 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Chock full of botanicals, vitamins and great for moisturizing. <a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44\">Click here to purchase</a> or <a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/good-health/sunscreen-info\">Click here</a> for more info.. $12 per bottle (plus ($3.95 for s&amp;h) Buy a few bottles today and protect everyone you love!</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>100% of Profits go to Fighting Cancer!</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>**********</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>Safe Tanning and the Definition of UV Rays and UV Radiation</div>\r\n<h4>Dr. Dima Ali</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h6>by Lety Soto CMA</h6>\r\nUV radiation is part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum that reaches the earth from the sun. There are 3 different types of UV radiation; UVA, B and C. UVC is the strongest wavelength but is also the shortest and usually gets absorbed by the ozone layer before it reaches the earth. UVB is responsible for most burns. UVA (UVAI and UVAII) is the least intense, but the most deeply penetrating. UVA and UVB can causepremature skin aging, eye damage (i.e. cataracts) and skin cancer.\r\n<div>95% of all UV rays are UVA, though less intense than UVB rays they are 30-50 times more common. UVB rays intensity varies by season, location and time of day. They are strongest between 10 am and 4 pm from April through October in the US. But they can burn you all year round especially around snow and ice since 80% of rays are bounced back at you and you are hit twice by them. UVA rays are relatively constant all day, every day and can penetrate through clouds and glass. Yes, there are UV rays on rainy, cloudy days even though you can’t see them. Wear your sunscreen!!</div>\r\n<div>Even though UV radiation gives us an awesome tan, UV radiation damages the skin’s cellular DNA and can produce genetic mutations leading to skin cancer. Our tan is the body trying to protect itself from more DNA damage, whether from direct sunlight or tanning beds. As Dr. Dima says ‘The tanning bed bulbs emit UVA radiation which is less likely to burn you than UVB radiation. An easy way to remember this is UVA: ‘<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">U</span> will get<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">V</span>ERY <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">A</span>GED skin’ and UVB: ‘<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">U</span> will get <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">V</span>ERY <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">B</span>URNED.’ Bottom line though is that they both cause wrinkles and skin cancer.’ You can protect yourself from the damaging UV rays in many ways:</div>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Daily use of sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher; reapply every 2 hours or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating.</li>\r\n	<li>Cover up with clothing, broad-brimmed hats, UV blocking sunglasses.</li>\r\n	<li>Seek shade, especially between 10 am and 4 pm.</li>\r\n	<li>Avoid tanning and tanning salons.</li>\r\n	<li>Keep newborns out of the sun. Apply sunscreen to all babies over 6 months old.</li>\r\n	<li>See your physician every year for a skin exam.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nDima Ali, M.D. is an internationally recognized Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine expert. Her areas of expertise include aesthetic laser surgery, minimally invasive face lifts, lipofilling, botox, soft tissue fillers, chemical peels, sclerotherapy, mesotherapy/lipo-dissolve and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Ali received her undergraduate degree at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX . After receiving her Doctorate of Medicine and completing a general residency training at The George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Ali devoted all of her postgraduate work on her passion of Cosmetic Dermatology, Cutaneous Laser Surgery, Anti-Aging Medicine and cosmetic formulations. “Dr. Dima,” as her patients and colleagues affectionately call her, founded one of the East Coasts first medical spas, WellMedica Aesthetic &amp; Anti-Aging Medicine in Reston, VA.\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nDr. Dima’s Cosminology (clinical skincare &amp; clinical mineral coverage) was created by Dr. Dima Ali, and inspired by her personal sensitivity to harsh, over the counter and prescription strength topical treatments. As a long-time acne sufferer with a propensity for hyperpigmentation, Dr. Dima began to combine varying strengths of potent, rejuvenating ingredients with natural, anti-inflammatory botanical extracts and essential oils to treat her own skin conditions and those of her patients.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n</div>','Safe Tanning','','inherit','open','open','','72-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:57:09','2013-06-21 13:57:09','',72,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/72-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(437,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','','Kidney','','inherit','open','open','','54-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:55','2013-05-30 18:35:55','',54,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/54-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(438,1,'2013-06-21 13:58:20','2013-06-21 13:58:20','<em><strong>March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month</strong></em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancer </strong>is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancer</strong> is not just one disease but many diseases. There are more than 100 different types of cancer. Most cancers are named for the organ or type of cell in which they start – for example, cancer that begins in the colon is called colon cancer; cancer that begins in basal cells of the skin is called basal cell carcinoma.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kidney Cancer</strong> is a Cancer that forms in tissues of the kidneys. Kidney cancer includes renal cell carcinoma (cancer that forms in the lining of very small tubes in the kidney that filter the blood and remove waste products) and renal pelvis carcinoma (cancer that forms in the center of the kidney where urine collects). It also includes Wilms tumor, which is a type of kidney cancer that usually develops in children under the age of 5.\r\n\r\n<strong> Living with Cancer:\r\n\r\n</strong>When considering treatment options, so many questions need to be answered. Finding the answers you need can be confusing and time consuming. Now that you have found our website, use our resources to empower and educate yourself. We are here to help you, every step of the way.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Learn more about a diagnosis</li>\r\n	<li>Understand treatment options</li>\r\n	<li>Communicate more effectively with your doctor</li>\r\n	<li>Know what to expect during treatment</li>\r\n	<li>Dealing with the Insurance Company</li>\r\n	<li>Recovery</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Newly Diagnosed?</strong>\r\n\r\nVital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n2. Health and treatment history\r\n\r\n3. Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Question\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n<strong> Reliable Resources:</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.kidneycancer.org/\">Kidney Cancer Association</a>\r\n\r\nThis website is a reliable information source for patients, family and caregivers to start their education process. They have a free downloadable booklet called “<a href=\"http://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODE/KidneyCancer/\">We Have Kidney Cancer</a>” that was written by the world’s leading experts in the treatment of kidney cancer. Their page “About Kidney Cancer” is comprehensive.\r\n\r\nThey also have a list of Kidney Cancer Symptoms:\r\n<table border=\"3\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Symptom</td>\r\n<td>Patients</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Blood in the urine</td>\r\n<td>59%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Abdominal mass</td>\r\n<td>45%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Back or flank pain</td>\r\n<td>41%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Weight loss</td>\r\n<td>28%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Low blood counts (anemia)</td>\r\n<td>21%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Tumor calcification on x-ray</td>\r\n<td>13%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Symptoms of metastases</td>\r\n<td>10%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fever</td>\r\n<td>9%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>High calcium in blood</td>\r\n<td>7%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>High blood counts</td>\r\n<td>7%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/\">National Cancer Institute</a>\r\n\r\nThis is the US governments offical site for Cancer information; a service of the National Cancer Institute. It is a reliable and comprehensive site. It is moderately easy to navigate this and we recommend starting <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/renalcell/patient\">here</a>. They also have a downloadable booklet called “<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/kidney/allpages\">What you need to know about kidney cancer</a>” publication # P023. Since it is not that easy to find we created a direct link for you. You will need to scrtoll past the index to start reading the entire booklet.This site also has Cancer statistics and information about clinical trials.','Kidney Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','54-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:58:20','2013-06-21 13:58:20','',54,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/54-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(439,1,'2013-07-30 19:10:38','2013-07-30 23:10:38','Not all foods are equal when it comes to nutrition and anti-aging properties. There are many lists of superfoods, and many strong opinions about which is best, but you will always find the following mentioned!\n<h1>10 Best Anti-Aging Superfoods</h1>\n<h3>Blueberries</h3>\nThese are the most super of the superfoods. They are little exploding bombs of nutrients, packed with bioflavanoids, a type of antioxidant that is said to strengthen artery walls and maintain the structure of the skin. They contain anti-cancer and anti-aging properties, and can help to lower cholesterol. Sprinkle them on porridge or cereal for a power breakfast.\n<h3>Broccoli</h3>\nA powerhouse source of iron, broccoli is the king of vegetables. Absolutely packed with bioflavanoids, it is top of the list of anti-cancer vegetables, and has been shown to protect against breast and prostate cancer. Use it steamed or in stir- fries.\n<h3>Tomatoes</h3>\nA source of lycopene, which can help to fight prostate cancer in particular, as it mops up the free radicals that cause damage to body tissue. The body absorbs lycopene more efficiently if the tomatoes are cooked, so use freely in soups and sauces. Tinned tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, as they have already been cooked.\n<h3>Oily Fish</h3>\nOily fish, such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines are top sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. These are absolutely the “in” nutrients of the moment, said to help lower the risk of blood clots, and the build up of fatty deposits on arteries. However, it is the suggestion that Omega-3 improves brainpower that has been causing a stir, and experiments have shown a marked improvement in the concentration of school children who have been given Omega-3 supplements. Parents are now being advised to make sure their children have adequate Omega-3 in their diets.\n<h3>Garlic</h3>\nFor centuries garlic has been renowned for it’s healing properties. It is also a powerful antioxidant, and is considered one of the best natural remedies for colds and ‘flu. Garlic has also been shown to help reduce high cholesterol levels For best results, eat garlic raw, if you dare! Failing that, use freely in cooking..\n<h3>Brazil Nuts</h3>\nBrazil nuts are considered high in fat, but this is unsaturated fat, considered to be the “good” fat. They are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, which neutralizes free radicals in the body. Just two or three brazil nuts a day will provide you with adequate levels of selenium.\n<h3>Avocado</h3>\nAnother superfood considered to be high in fat, but again, we are talking about the beneficial monounsaturated fat. Nutritionally, avocados are almost a complete meal in themselves, containing high levels of many vitamins, especially vitamins E and C.\n<h3>Olive Oil</h3>\nFavorite anti-aging ingredient of the Mediterranean diet which has proved to be so beneficial in improving blood vessel function, and maintaining a healthy heart. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which help lower cholesterol levels. Recently it has been found that extra virgin olive oil contains an anti-inflammatory compound, which may help people with arthritis. Use freely as a salad dressing and in cooking.\n<h3>Honey</h3>\nHoney, like garlic, has been a superfood before the term had even been invented! Has powerful antibacterial and healing properties. Manuka honey, a specialist honey from bees that feed on the flowers of the manuka tree has been found to be effective as a topical dressing in the treatment of wounds and infections. It has been used to cure difficult wounds like leg ulcers when conventional treatment has failed.\n<h3>Bananas</h3>\nA meal in a skin! Exceptionally high in minerals, bananas provide potassium, and good carbohydrates. They are the chosen snack for athletes and anyone engaging in vigorous physical activity as they help to maintain energy levels.\n\nTry to include at least some of these anti-ageing superfoods in your diet, and you and your health will certainly benefit.\n\nPatricia Noble is a qualified healthcare professional with a special interest in nutrition and skincare. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.antiageinginformation.com/\">http://www.antiageinginformation.com</a> and <a href=\"http://www.whyzit.com/\">http://www.whyzit.com</a>','Anti-Aging Foods','','inherit','open','open','','67-autosave-v1','','','2013-07-30 19:10:38','2013-07-30 23:10:38','',67,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/67-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(441,1,'2013-06-20 14:59:41','2013-06-20 14:59:41','The American Cancer Fund™ (ACF) is an organization dedicated to the education, support and empowerment of those diagnosed with Cancer by organizing and clarifying information. We elevate the level of understanding of Cancer.\r\n\r\nACF provides free clear, independent information and research to enable patients and their families to make smarter choices for Cancer treatment with an emphasis on dignity, functionality and cure.\r\n<h2>We Inform, You Decide!</h2>\r\nCancer education is among the most important facets of surviving cancer. An individual who has been given a diagnosis of cancer and provided with information such as stage and possible treatment options desperately needs additional facts in order to make an educated, empowered decision.\r\n<h2>Among some of the questions that must be answers are:</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>What does it mean to be at stage….?</li>\r\n	<li>Do I need a second opinion?</li>\r\n	<li>Is there more than one treatment option?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThough the patient’s physician may make every effort to offer answers to offer answers to these questions, more often than not the patient is not able to hear the physician’s information. Shock, disbelief, grief, and anger among other emotions take the place of rational thought when confronted with this diagnosis. Further, individuals have different learning styles an needs. Some learn by listening, others by reading, while others learn by talking things out. Some individuals can handle medical terms and concepts, while others must be provided the information in very basic language.\r\n\r\nRegardless of how an individual receives and processes the information provided, the critical aspect is that the information be easily accessible, be offered repeatedly, and at the level at which the patient can grasp it. Cancer, much like any other serious medical condition, does not afford the patient the luxury of misinformation. We seek to eliminate misinformation by doing the research for the patient; seeks to decrease the precious time wasted in research and data collection by providing a clear understandable source of information; seeks to offer comfort and support by ensuring that the information provided is useful and offered in a caring respectful manner.','Our Mission','','inherit','open','open','','370-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:59:41','2013-06-20 14:59:41','',370,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/370-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(440,1,'2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','','Anti Aging Foods','','inherit','open','open','','67-revision-v1','','','2013-05-30 18:35:23','2013-05-30 18:35:23','',67,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/05/30/67-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(442,1,'2013-08-14 15:42:17','2013-08-14 19:42:17','The American Cancer Fund® (ACF) is an organization dedicated to the education, support and empowerment of those diagnosed with Cancer by organizing and clarifying information. We elevate the level of understanding of Cancer.\n\nACF provides free clear, independent information and research to enable patients and their families to make smarter choices for Cancer treatment with an emphasis on dignity, functionality and cure.\n<h2>We Inform, You Decide!</h2>\nCancer education is among the most important facets of surviving cancer. An individual who has been given a diagnosis of cancer and provided with information such as stage and possible treatment options desperately needs additional facts in order to make an educated, empowered decision.\n<h2>Among some of the questions that must be answers are:</h2>\n<ul>\n	<li>What does it mean to be at stage….?</li>\n	<li>Do I need a second opinion?</li>\n	<li>Is there more than one treatment option?</li>\n</ul>\nThough the patient’s physician may make every effort to offer answers to offer answers to these questions, more often than not the patient is not able to hear the physician’s information. Shock, disbelief, grief, and anger among other emotions take the place of rational thought when confronted with this diagnosis. Further, individuals have different learning styles an needs. Some learn by listening, others by reading, while others learn by talking things out. Some individuals can handle medical terms and concepts, while others must be provided the information in very basic language.\n\nRegardless of how an individual receives and processes the information provided, the critical aspect is that the information be easily accessible, be offered repeatedly, and at the level at which the patient can grasp it. Cancer, much like any other serious medical condition, does not afford the patient the luxury of misinformation. We seek to eliminate misinformation by doing the research for the patient; seeks to decrease the precious time wasted in research and data collection by providing a clear understandable source of information; seeks to offer comfort and support by ensuring that the information provided is useful and offered in a caring respectful manner.','Our Mission','','inherit','open','open','','370-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 15:42:17','2013-08-14 19:42:17','',370,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/370-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(446,1,'2013-06-24 12:25:35','2013-06-24 12:25:35','For a very good  overview of skin cancer/melanoma, try the National Comprehensive Cancer Networks patient guide. <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/melanoma.pdf\">Here is a quick link</a> and you’ll probably want to start about page 7.\r\n<h2>Pre-Cancers</h2>\r\n- Actinic Keratosis or AK is a very common skin problem that must be treated before it becomes a more serious form of Skin Cancer. For more information try<a href=\"http://www.skincancer.org/actinic-keratosis-and-other-precancers.html\"> this link</a> from the Skin Cancer Foundation.\r\n<h2>Basal Cell Carcinoma</h2>\r\n- BCC is a non-Melanoma Skin Cancer and the most common skin cancer in the US and the face is the most common place to find basal cell skin cancer.  For a quick over view click on this link at  the <a href=\"http://www.aad.org/skin-conditions/dermatology-a-to-z/basal-cell-carcinoma\">American Academy of Dermatology.</a>  For a more detailed description and treatment options try this link at <a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/adult/basal-cell-carcinoma/about-basal-cell-carcinoma\">Memorial Sloan Kettering</a>.\r\n<h2>Squamous Cell Carcinoma</h2>\r\nSquamous cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer. Skin cancer falls into two groups: nonmelanoma and melanoma. Squamous cell is a type of nonmelanoma skin cancer. More information on Squamous Cell Carcinoma can be found at the National Library of Medicine, click <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001832/\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n**************************\r\n\r\n<strong>Try our New American Cancer Fund Sunscreen. Click </strong><a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong> to buy or <a title=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Sunscreen\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/oil-free-spf-30-sunscreen/\">here</a> for more info. Its only $10 and 100% of profits go to fight Cancer. ($3.95 for s&amp;h)</strong>\r\n<h2>Understanding Skin Cancer or Melanoma</h2>\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h3>Warning signs:</h3>\r\nMoles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless — but not always. Anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. That’s why it’s so important to get to know your skin very well and to recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Look for the <strong>ABCDE</strong>s of melanoma, and if you see one or more, make an appointment with a physician immediately.\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/asymmetry.jpg\" />  <strong>A</strong>symmetric:  If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match.\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/border.jpg\" />  <strong>B</strong>order:  The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/color.jpg\" /> <strong>C</strong>olor:  Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, blue or some other color.</p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> <img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/diameter.jpg\" /> D</strong>iameter:  Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the size of the eraser on your pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.\r\n\r\n<strong><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/evolving.jpg\" /> E</strong>volving:  Any change — in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting — points to danger.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer – Melanoma Pix\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer-melanoma-pix/\">More pictures.</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Skin Cancer\" href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/skin-cancer/\">Skin Cancer Types</a>','ABC’s of Skin Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','63-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:25:35','2013-06-24 12:25:35','',63,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/63-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(447,1,'2013-06-19 17:28:28','2013-06-19 17:28:28','<strong>American Cancer Fund (ACF)™</strong>\r\n\r\nshould be your first stop for Cancer information. While numerous organizations provide information on cancer, the American Cancer Fund’s <em><strong>vital difference</strong></em> is our ability to provide you with reliable resources and streamline the process to quickly educate and empower you to cope with cancer, however it affects you. ACF is also part of ACES, another great Cancer Information and healthy living resource. ACES/ACF is a proud member of both the Mercer and Middlesex County Chambers of Commerce, the Somerset County Business Partnership as well as the Hillsborough Economic Business Development Council. Documentation for ACES and ACF can be found at <a href=\"http://www2.guidestar.org/ReportNonProfit.aspx?ein=20-3232112&amp;Mode=Gx&amp;lid=100776176&amp;dl=True\">Guidestar</a>, the federal registry for charities. They have awarded ACES/ACF their highest award,the Exchange Seal and Partners in Trust.\r\n<div>The <strong>American Cancer Fund</strong> has been operating continuously since the mid 1970?s. They have worked tirelessly to provide assistance to Cancer patients. The organization was started by transplanted New Yorkers when they moved to Florida and realized that many retirees did not have the funds they needed to pay for serious medical care like Cancer. The founders enlisted family and friends and started chapters (from 1974 – 1976) in Florida, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, California and Arizona. The original goal was to provide some amount of funding and resources to anyone struggling with the big ‘C’. They started their efforts by working with churches and synagogues (of the founders) to find donors so that they could evaluate and really help those in need. The founders reached out to everyone they knew in the garment and plumbing industries as well as lawyers and accountants and asked for donations from every personal connection they made. This model lasted until the 1990?s when most of the original founders passed on leaving a legacy of service to the next generation.</div>\r\n<div>Most of the patients that received assistance were identified by ‘word of mouth’ (there was no internet in those days and NO twitter), and were assessed by the volunteers from ‘chapters’ that were in cities where the founders had a family or business connection.</div>\r\n<div>As the original volunteers passed away, the assistance became more centralized. It wasn’t until the late 1990?s when the next generation decided to restructure and re-evaluate the mission and goals that the current mission was established. American Cancer Fund and American Cancer Educational Services joined forces and refiled as a charity in 2005.</div>\r\n<strong>American Cancer Educational Services (ACES)™</strong>\r\n\r\nis a grass roots organization of individuals with family and friends touched by Cancer as well as Cancer survivors. We know that good, simple information is available but hard to find and understand. ACES is a tax-exempt, non profit, 501(C)3 corporation and depends on your support through contributions and various fund raising activities.','About Us','','inherit','open','open','','9-revision-v1','','','2013-06-19 17:28:28','2013-06-19 17:28:28','',9,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/19/9-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(448,1,'2013-09-03 14:01:46','2013-09-03 18:01:46','[image url=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cancertypes.jpg\" title=\"Cancer Types\" raw=\"true\" alignment=\"center\" margin_left=\"0\" margin_right=\"0\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\" border=\"smallBorder\" width=\"640\" height=\"229\"]\n<h2>Newly Diagnosed? Start your anal cancer education here.</h2>\n<span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Vital to helping you understand your anal cancer and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\n<ol>\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\n	<li>Calendar</li>\n	<li>Progress</li>\n	<li>Questions</li>\n	<li>Insurance</li>\n</ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">General Information About Anal Cancer</span></h2>\nAnal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.  Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.  Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.  Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.  Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.\n\nAnal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.\n\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/lower_digestive.jpg\" />\n\nThe anus is the end of the large intestine, below the rectum, through which stool (solid waste) leaves the body. The anus is formed partly from the outer, skin layers of the body and partly from the intestine. Two ring-like muscles, called sphincter muscles, open and close the anal opening to let stool pass out of the body. The anal canal, the part of the anus between the rectum and the anal opening, is about 1½ inches long.\n<h2>Anatomy of the lower digestive system, showing the colon and other organs.</h2>\nThe skin around the outside of the anus is called the perianal area. Tumors in this area are skin tumors, not anal cancer.\n\nBeing infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.\n\nRisk factors include the following:\n<ul>\n	<li>Being over 50 years old.</li>\n	<li>Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV).</li>\n	<li>Having many sexual partners.</li>\n	<li>Having receptive anal intercourse (anal sex).</li>\n	<li>Frequent anal redness, swelling, and soreness.</li>\n	<li>Having anal fistulas (abnormal openings).</li>\n	<li>Smoking cigarettes.</li>\n</ul>\nPossible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.\n\nThese and other symptoms may be caused by anal cancer. Other conditions may cause the same symptoms. A doctor should be consulted if any of the following problems occur:\n<ul>\n	<li>Bleeding from the anus or rectum.</li>\n	<li>Pain or pressure in the area around the anus.</li>\n	<li>Itching or discharge from the anus.</li>\n	<li>A lump near the anus.</li>\n	<li>A change in bowel habits.</li>\n</ul>\nTests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.\n\nThe following tests and procedures may be used:\n<ul>\n	<li>Physical exam and history: An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patient’s health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be taken.</li>\n	<li>Digital rectal examination (DRE): An exam of the anus and rectum. The doctor or nurse inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the lower part of the rectum to feel for lumps or anything else that seems unusual.</li>\n	<li>Anoscopy: An exam of the anus and lower rectum using a short, lighted tube called an anoscope.</li>\n	<li>Proctoscopy: An exam of the rectum using a short, lighted tube called a proctoscope.</li>\n	<li>Endo-anal or endorectal ultrasound: A procedure in which an ultrasound transducer (probe) is inserted into the anus or rectum and used to bounce high-energy sound waves (ultrasound) off internal tissues or organs and make echoes. The echoes form a picture of body tissues called a sonogram.</li>\n	<li>Biopsy: The removal of cells or tissues so they can be viewed under a microscope by a pathologist to check for signs of cancer. If an abnormal area is seen during the anoscopy, a biopsy may be done at that time.</li>\n</ul>\nCertain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.\n\nThe prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following:\n<ul>\n	<li>The size of the tumor.</li>\n	<li>Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\n	<li>Whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.</li>\n</ul>\nThe treatment options depend on the following:\n<ul>\n	<li>The stage of the cancer.</li>\n	<li>Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\n	<li>Whether the patient has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).</li>\n	<li>Whether cancer remains after initial treatment or has recurred.</li>\n</ul>\nInformation on this page has been condensed from the US National Cancer Institute website. Additional Anal Cancer information can be found at the following reliable websites:\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://pda.asco.org/patient/Cancer+Types/Anal+Cancer\" target=\"_blank\">American Society of Clinical Oncology</a></p>\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://www.fascrs.org/patients/conditions/anal_cancer/\" target=\"_blank\">American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons</a></p>\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/anal-cancer/DS00852\" target=\"_blank\">The Mayo Clinic</a></p>\n\n<noscript>&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;div style=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;display:inline;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;img height=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;1&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8243; width=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;1&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8243; src=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;guid=ON&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;script=0&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8243; style=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221;border-style:none;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8221; /&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/div&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;</noscript>\n<div id=\"_mcePaste\" style=\"position: absolute; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden; top: 0px; left: -10000px;\">\n\n<span class=\"page-title\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Information About Anal Cancer*</strong></span></span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_1\"></a>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"Summary-SummarySection-Keypoint-Title\">Key Points for This Section</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"1\" height=\"5\" border=\"0\" />\n<ul class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-UL-Bullet\">\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.</li>\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.</li>\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.</li>\n</ul>\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"1\" height=\"5\" border=\"0\" /></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<a name=\"Section_2\"></a>\n\n<a name=\"Keypoint1\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. </span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_146\"></a>\n\nThe anus is the end of the large intestine, below the rectum, through which stool (solid waste) leaves the body. The anus is formed partly from the outer, skin layers of the body and partly from the intestine. Two ring-like muscles, called sphincter muscles, open and close the anal opening to let stool pass out of the body. The anal canal, the part of the anus between the rectum and the anal opening, is about 1½ inches long. <a name=\"Section_162\"></a>\n\n<span class=\"page-title\"><a name=\"Section_1\"></a><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><img alt=\"lower digestive\" src=\"/images/stories/lower_digestive_system.jpg\" /></strong></span></span>\n<table style=\"width: 285px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"12\" height=\"3\" border=\"0\" /></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"caption\" align=\"left\">Anatomy of the lower digestive system, showing the colon and other organs.</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a name=\"Section_115\"></a>\n\nThe skin around the outside of the anus is called the perianal area. Tumors in this area are skin tumors, not anal cancer.\n\n<a name=\"END_Section_2\"></a><a name=\"Section_7\"></a>\n\n<a name=\"Keypoint2\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.</span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_118\"></a>\n\nRisk factors include the following:\n\n<a name=\"Section_119\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Being over 50 years old.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV).</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having many sexual partners.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having receptive anal intercourse (anal sex).</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Frequent anal redness, swelling, and soreness.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having anal fistulas (abnormal openings).</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Smoking cigarettes.</li>\n</ul>\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_7\"></a><a name=\"Section_15\"></a>\n\n<a name=\"Keypoint3\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus. </span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_132\"></a>\n\nThese and other symptoms may be caused by anal cancer. Other conditions may cause the same symptoms. A doctor should be consulted if any of the following problems occur:\n\n<a name=\"Section_117\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Bleeding from the anus or rectum.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Pain or pressure in the area around the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Itching or discharge from the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">A lump near the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">A change in bowel habits.</li>\n</ul>\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_15\"></a><a name=\"Section_19\"></a>\n\n<a name=\"Keypoint4\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.</span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_21\"></a>\n\nThe following tests and procedures may be used:\n\n<a name=\"Section_22\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Physical exam and history: An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patient’s health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be taken.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Digital rectal examination (DRE): An exam of the anus and rectum. The doctor or nurse inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the lower part of the rectum to feel for lumps or anything else that seems unusual.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Anoscopy: An exam of the anus and lower rectum using a short, lighted tube called an anoscope.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Proctoscopy: An exam of the rectum using a short, lighted tube called a proctoscope.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Endo-anal or endorectal ultrasound: A procedure in which an ultrasound transducer (probe) is inserted into the anus or rectum and used to bounce high-energy sound waves (ultrasound) off internal tissues or organs and make echoes. The echoes form a picture of body tissues called a sonogram.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Biopsy: The removal of cells or tissues so they can be viewed under a microscope by a pathologist to check for signs of cancer. If an abnormal area is seen during the anoscopy, a biopsy may be done at that time.</li>\n</ul>\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_19\"></a><a name=\"Section_23\"></a>\n\n<a name=\"Keypoint5\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.</span>\n\n<a name=\"Section_147\"></a>\n\nThe prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following:\n\n<a name=\"Section_148\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">The size of the tumor.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.</li>\n</ul>\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"Section_25\"></a>\n\nThe treatment options depend on the following:\n\n<a name=\"Section_149\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">The stage of the cancer.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether the patient has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).</li>\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether cancer remains after initial treatment or has recurred.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">*Information on this page has been condensed from the US National Cancer Institute website. Additional Anal Cancer information can be found at the following reliable websites:</p>\n\n</div>\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\"></div>','Anal Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','43-autosave-v1','','','2013-09-03 14:01:46','2013-09-03 18:01:46','',43,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/43-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(449,1,'2013-06-21 13:53:28','2013-06-21 13:53:28','<strong>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here</strong>.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n2. Health and treatment history\r\n\r\n3. Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Questions\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">General Information About Anal Cancer</span></h1>\r\nAnal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.  Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.  Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.  Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.  Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/images/stories/lower_digestive.jpg\" />\r\n\r\nThe anus is the end of the large intestine, below the rectum, through which stool (solid waste) leaves the body. The anus is formed partly from the outer, skin layers of the body and partly from the intestine. Two ring-like muscles, called sphincter muscles, open and close the anal opening to let stool pass out of the body. The anal canal, the part of the anus between the rectum and the anal opening, is about 1½ inches long.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h2>Anatomy of the lower digestive system, showing the colon and other organs.</h2>\r\nThe skin around the outside of the anus is called the perianal area. Tumors in this area are skin tumors, not anal cancer.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeing infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRisk factors include the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Being over 50 years old.</li>\r\n	<li>Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV).</li>\r\n	<li>Having many sexual partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Having receptive anal intercourse (anal sex).</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent anal redness, swelling, and soreness.</li>\r\n	<li>Having anal fistulas (abnormal openings).</li>\r\n	<li>Smoking cigarettes.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPossible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese and other symptoms may be caused by anal cancer. Other conditions may cause the same symptoms. A doctor should be consulted if any of the following problems occur:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Bleeding from the anus or rectum.</li>\r\n	<li>Pain or pressure in the area around the anus.</li>\r\n	<li>Itching or discharge from the anus.</li>\r\n	<li>A lump near the anus.</li>\r\n	<li>A change in bowel habits.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following tests and procedures may be used:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Physical exam and history: An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patient’s health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be taken.</li>\r\n	<li>Digital rectal examination (DRE): An exam of the anus and rectum. The doctor or nurse inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the lower part of the rectum to feel for lumps or anything else that seems unusual.</li>\r\n	<li>Anoscopy: An exam of the anus and lower rectum using a short, lighted tube called an anoscope.</li>\r\n	<li>Proctoscopy: An exam of the rectum using a short, lighted tube called a proctoscope.</li>\r\n	<li>Endo-anal or endorectal ultrasound: A procedure in which an ultrasound transducer (probe) is inserted into the anus or rectum and used to bounce high-energy sound waves (ultrasound) off internal tissues or organs and make echoes. The echoes form a picture of body tissues called a sonogram.</li>\r\n	<li>Biopsy: The removal of cells or tissues so they can be viewed under a microscope by a pathologist to check for signs of cancer. If an abnormal area is seen during the anoscopy, a biopsy may be done at that time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCertain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The size of the tumor.</li>\r\n	<li>Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe treatment options depend on the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The stage of the cancer.</li>\r\n	<li>Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the patient has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).</li>\r\n	<li>Whether cancer remains after initial treatment or has recurred.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInformation on this page has been condensed from the US National Cancer Institute website. Additional Anal Cancer information can be found at the following reliable websites:\r\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://pda.asco.org/patient/Cancer+Types/Anal+Cancer\">American Society of Clinical Oncology</a></p>\r\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://www.fascrs.org/patients/conditions/anal_cancer/\">American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons</a></p>\r\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\"><a href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/anal-cancer/DS00852\">The Mayo Clinic</a></p>\r\n\r\n<noscript>&amp;lt;div style=&amp;#8221;display:inline;&amp;#8221;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;img height=&amp;#8221;1&amp;#8243; width=&amp;#8221;1&amp;#8243; src=&amp;#8221;http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;guid=ON&amp;amp;script=0&amp;#8243; style=&amp;#8221;border-style:none;&amp;#8221; /&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/div&amp;gt;</noscript>\r\n<div id=\"_mcePaste\" style=\"position: absolute; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden; top: 0px; left: -10000px;\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"page-title\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Information About Anal Cancer*</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_1\"></a>\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"Summary-SummarySection-Keypoint-Title\">Key Points for This Section</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"1\" height=\"5\" border=\"0\" />\r\n<ul class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-UL-Bullet\">\r\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Summary-SummarySection-KeyPoint-LI\">Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"1\" height=\"5\" border=\"0\" /></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<a name=\"Section_2\"></a>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Keypoint1\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. </span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_146\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe anus is the end of the large intestine, below the rectum, through which stool (solid waste) leaves the body. The anus is formed partly from the outer, skin layers of the body and partly from the intestine. Two ring-like muscles, called sphincter muscles, open and close the anal opening to let stool pass out of the body. The anal canal, the part of the anus between the rectum and the anal opening, is about 1½ inches long. <a name=\"Section_162\"></a>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"page-title\"><a name=\"Section_1\"></a><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><img alt=\"lower digestive\" src=\"/images/stories/lower_digestive_system.jpg\" /></strong></span></span>\r\n<table style=\"width: 285px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><img alt=\"alt\" src=\"/images/spacer.gif\" width=\"12\" height=\"3\" border=\"0\" /></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"caption\" align=\"left\">Anatomy of the lower digestive system, showing the colon and other organs.</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_115\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe skin around the outside of the anus is called the perianal area. Tumors in this area are skin tumors, not anal cancer.\r\n\r\n<a name=\"END_Section_2\"></a><a name=\"Section_7\"></a>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Keypoint2\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer.</span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_118\"></a>\r\n\r\nRisk factors include the following:\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_119\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\r\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Being over 50 years old.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV).</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having many sexual partners.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having receptive anal intercourse (anal sex).</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Frequent anal redness, swelling, and soreness.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Having anal fistulas (abnormal openings).</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Smoking cigarettes.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_7\"></a><a name=\"Section_15\"></a>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Keypoint3\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the anus or rectum or a lump near the anus. </span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_132\"></a>\r\n\r\nThese and other symptoms may be caused by anal cancer. Other conditions may cause the same symptoms. A doctor should be consulted if any of the following problems occur:\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_117\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\r\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Bleeding from the anus or rectum.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Pain or pressure in the area around the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Itching or discharge from the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">A lump near the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">A change in bowel habits.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_15\"></a><a name=\"Section_19\"></a>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Keypoint4\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Tests that examine the rectum and anus are used to detect (find) and diagnose anal cancer.</span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_21\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe following tests and procedures may be used:\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_22\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\r\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Physical exam and history: An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patient’s health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be taken.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Digital rectal examination (DRE): An exam of the anus and rectum. The doctor or nurse inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the lower part of the rectum to feel for lumps or anything else that seems unusual.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Anoscopy: An exam of the anus and lower rectum using a short, lighted tube called an anoscope.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Proctoscopy: An exam of the rectum using a short, lighted tube called a proctoscope.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Endo-anal or endorectal ultrasound: A procedure in which an ultrasound transducer (probe) is inserted into the anus or rectum and used to bounce high-energy sound waves (ultrasound) off internal tissues or organs and make echoes. The echoes form a picture of body tissues called a sonogram.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Biopsy: The removal of cells or tissues so they can be viewed under a microscope by a pathologist to check for signs of cancer. If an abnormal area is seen during the anoscopy, a biopsy may be done at that time.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"END_Section_19\"></a><a name=\"Section_23\"></a>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Keypoint5\"></a><span class=\"Summary-KeyPoint\">Certain factors affect the prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.</span>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_147\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following:\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_148\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\r\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">The size of the tumor.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a name=\"END_ListSection\"></a><a name=\"Section_25\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe treatment options depend on the following:\r\n\r\n<a name=\"Section_149\"></a><a name=\"ListSection\"></a>\r\n<ul class=\"Protocol-UL\">\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">The stage of the cancer.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Where the tumor is in the anus.</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether the patient has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).</li>\r\n	<li class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">Whether cancer remains after initial treatment or has recurred.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"Protocol-IL-Bullet\">*Information on this page has been condensed from the US National Cancer Institute website. Additional Anal Cancer information can be found at the following reliable websites:</p>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\"></div>','Anal Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','43-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:53:28','2013-06-21 13:53:28','',43,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/43-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(450,1,'2013-06-21 14:00:24','2013-06-21 14:00:24','Not all foods are equal when it comes to nutrition and anti-aging properties. There are many lists of superfoods, and many strong opinions about which is best, but you will always find the following mentioned!\r\n<h1>10 Best Anti-Aging Superfoods</h1>\r\nBlueberries\r\n\r\nThese are the most super of the superfoods. They are little exploding bombs of nutrients, packed with bioflavanoids, a type of antioxidant that is said to strengthen artery walls and maintain the structure of the skin. They contain anti-cancer and anti-aging properties, and can help to <a href=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/\" target=\"_blank\">lower cholesterol</a>. Sprinkle them on porridge or cereal for a power breakfast.\r\n\r\nBroccoli\r\n\r\nA powerhouse source of iron, broccoli is the king of vegetables. Absolutely packed with bioflavanoids, it is top of the list of anti-cancer vegetables, and has been shown to protect against breast and prostate cancer. Use it steamed or in stir- fries.\r\n\r\nTomatoes\r\n\r\nA source of lycopene, which can help to fight prostate cancer in particular, as it mops up the free radicals that cause damage to body tissue. The body absorbs lycopene more efficiently if the tomatoes are cooked, so use freely in soups and sauces. Tinned tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, as they have already been cooked.\r\n\r\nOily Fish\r\n\r\nOily fish, such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines are top sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. These are absolutely the “in” nutrients of the moment, said to help lower the risk of blood clots, and the build up of fatty deposits on arteries. However, it is the suggestion that Omega-3 improves brainpower that has been causing a stir, and experiments have shown a marked improvement in the concentration of school children who have been given Omega-3 supplements. Parents are now being advised to make sure their children have adequate Omega-3 in their diets.\r\n\r\nGarlic\r\n\r\nFor centuries garlic has been renowned for it’s healing properties. It is also a powerful antioxidant, and is considered one of the best natural remedies for colds and ‘flu. Garlic has also been shown to help reduce high cholesterol levels For best results, eat garlic raw, if you dare! Failing that, use freely in cooking..\r\n\r\nBrazil Nuts\r\n\r\nBrazil nuts are considered high in fat, but this is unsaturated fat, considered to be the “good” fat. They are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, which neutralizes free radicals in the body. Just two or three brazil nuts a day will provide you with adequate levels of selenium.\r\n\r\nAvocado\r\n\r\nAnother superfood considered to be high in fat, but again, we are talking about the beneficial monounsaturated fat. Nutritionally, avocados are almost a complete meal in themselves, containing high levels of many vitamins, especially vitamins E and C.\r\n\r\nOlive Oil\r\n\r\nFavorite anti-aging ingredient of the Mediterranean diet which has proved to be so beneficial in improving blood vessel function, and maintaining a <a href=\"http://www.americancancerfund.org/\" target=\"_blank\">healthy heart</a>. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which help lower cholesterol levels. Recently it has been found that extra virgin olive oil contains an anti-inflammatory compound, which may help people with arthritis. Use freely as a salad dressing and in cooking.\r\n\r\nHoney\r\n\r\nHoney, like garlic, has been a superfood before the term had even been invented! Has powerful antibacterial and healing properties. Manuka honey, a specialist honey from bees that feed on the flowers of the manuka tree has been found to be effective as a topical dressing in the treatment of wounds and infections. It has been used to cure difficult wounds like leg ulcers when conventional treatment has failed.\r\n\r\nBananas\r\n\r\nA meal in a skin! Exceptionally high in minerals, bananas provide potassium, and good carbohydrates. They are the chosen snack for athletes and anyone engaging in vigorous physical activity as they help to maintain energy levels.\r\n\r\nTry to include at least some of these anti-ageing superfoods in your diet, and you and your health will certainly benefit.\r\n\r\nPatricia Noble is a qualified healthcare professional with a special interest in nutrition and skincare. 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heighten public awareness of this most devastat</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>g disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>issues fac</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g this devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g diagnosis.</span></div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page -->\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n&lt;div style=\"display:inline;\"&gt; &lt;img height=\"1\" width=\"1\" style=\"border-style:none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;#038;script=0\"/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;\r\n</noscript>\r\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\">\r\n\r\n<hr />\r\n\r\n<span>Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmark<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g websites</span>\r\n<a title=\"LinkedIn!\" onclick=\"window.open(\'http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&amp;url=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'http://americancancerfund.org/basic-info/brain-tumor\') + \'&amp;title=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'Brain Cancer\') + \'&amp;summary=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'\') + \'&amp;source=JoomlaDigger%2Ecom\'); 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Cancerous tumors in the breast usually grow very slowly so that by the time one is large enough to be felt as a lump, it may have been growing for as long as ten years.\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/type-of-cancer/breast-cancer.html\">Basic Breast Cancer Facts</a>\r\n\r\n</strong>Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. According to the Cancer statistics, it’s estimated that 211,240 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the US in 2005, and 40,410 women will die from the disease. If you’re worried about developing breast cancer, or if you know someone who has been diagnosed with the disease, one way to deal with your concerns is to get as much information as possible. Please read this info from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/breast.pdf\">FIRST</a>; you’ll be glad you did! (Scroll down and start at page 7.)\r\n\r\nAbout 80 percent of breast cancers originate in the mammary ducts, while about 20 percent arise in the lobules. (Lobules – Spherical-shaped sacs in the breast that produce milk.) Look at the reliable links section below to start your education.\r\n\r\nSAVE LIVES WITH A MAMMOGRAM!!!\r\n\r\nHelp us fund free or low cost mammograms to catch Breast Cancer in its earliest stages. Click on the donate now button above and in the comments section indicate that the funds are for mammograms. We will report on how much we receive for this special cause due to the change in direction of those PINK people.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li> <strong>Info on <a title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"http://www.nccn.com/type-of-cancer/breast-cancer/166.html\">Inflammatory Breast Cancer</a> (IBC)</strong>\r\n\r\nInflammatory breast cancer is a rare, but deadly disease. Doctors say it is often difficult to diagnose because the symptoms are quite different from typical breast cancer. Please watch this informational video. It is a silent Killer!  Additionally there is a new IBC organization that has some useful info. Here is the <a href=\"http://www.eraseibc.com/ibc.html\">Link for the IBC Foundation</a>. The New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research has a <a href=\"http://www.state.nj.us/health/ccr/documents/ibc_newsletter.pdf\">special research report</a> dated Spring 2008 that is also very informative despite the 2008 date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>PARP Inhibitors\r\n\r\n</strong>This recent news affects those with heriditary cancer.PARP inhibitors may be especially helpful for patients with hereditary breast cancer. People who have BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations are at very high risk for developing breast cancer. Healthy BRCA genes can suppress tumor formation, but mutated BRCA genes are powerless against cancer cells. PARP inhibitors may exploit the weakness inherent in cancer cells with mutated BRCA. One possible use for PARP inhibitors may be prevention of hereditary breast cancer. Perhaps PARP inhibitors will become a <em>preventative treatment</em> for high-risk women and would make prophylactic mastectomies obsolete. If a PARP inhibitor is <em>added</em> to chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer, researchers hope cancer cells that have resisted anticancer drugs will be become vulnerable to fatal DNA damage. In some cases, a PARP inhibitor may be used <em>alone</em>, rather than in conjunction with chemo and radiation. Even better news is that PARP inhibitors do not appear to affect normal, non-cancerous cells. That means fewer side effects for patients and faster recovery from treatments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</strong>\r\n\r\nVital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n2. Health and treatment history\r\n\r\n3. Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Questions\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n<strong>Understanding Cancer – An Introduction</strong>\r\n\r\nThe word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\r\n\r\n<strong>Reliable Links and Resources</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>National Comprehensive Cancer Network     </strong><strong><a href=\"http://www.nccn.com\">www.nccn.com</a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>Read this First!</em></strong>   <a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/images/patient-guidelines/pdf/breast.pdf\">This link</a> is a ‘goldmine’ of great information. It is a PDF file with nearly everything you need to know about breast Cancer. It is well organized and answers the many questions that any patient would have after getting a Cancer Diagnosis. If you have been told that there may be an abnormality in your last mammogram and you need to get a diagnostic mammo, this is a great place to find info and understand the next decisions and discussions. It’s a long file (about 100 pages) but you’ll find it easy to navigate and get at the answers quickly. You’ll probably want to skip to page 7 to start reading.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.breastcancer.org\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>www.breastcancer.org</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em>What you can find here:</em>\r\n\r\nOne of the many Breast Cancer information sites. Information is updated regularly and the site is somewhat easy to navigate once you find the best place to start. The best way to navigate the site is to start with the section labeled Symptoms and Diagnosis - then go through the information item by item until you find what you are looking for. They provide information on treatment, support groups, current research and some very basic terms and descriptions. Some of the online booklets can also be quite helpful.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_4X_Treatment_by_Stage_Breast_Cancer_5.asp?rnav=cri\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Breast Cancer Treatment by Stage</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em>What you can find here:</em>\r\n\r\nOne of the many general Cancer information sites. Information is updated regularly and dated. There is a very high level overview of each stage. The site requires you to click on many links to get at specific data.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe <strong>CDC (Centers for Disease Control)</strong> has reliable information to get you started with your understanding of treatment options for Breast Cancer. <a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/treatment.htm\">Click here</a> for a link.\r\n\r\nAlso on this site is a very useful link to the National Cancer Institutes Treatment Option Overview. <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/breast/Patient/page5/\">Click here</a> to go directly to the page.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/symptoms.htm\">Breast Cancer Symptoms</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/coping\">General Information in Coping with Cancer</a>','Breast Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','47-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:47:02','2013-06-21 13:47:02','',47,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/47-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(457,1,'2013-06-20 19:08:39','2013-06-20 19:08:39','What is Radiation?\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Radiation is a form of energy that is present all around us.</li>\r\n	<li>Different types of radiation exist, some of which have more energy than others.</li>\r\n	<li>Amounts of radiation released into the environment are measured in units called <strong>curies</strong>. However, the dose of radiation that a person receives is measured in units called <strong>rem</strong>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRadioactive contamination and radiation exposure could occur if radioactive materials are released into the environment as the result of an accident, an event in nature, or an act of terrorism. Such a release could expose people and contaminate their surroundings and personal property. A <strong>radiation dose chart</strong> that shows the safe levels a body can handle is linked <a href=\"http://xkcd.com/radiation/\">HERE</a>. It explains that a person can safely absorb small amounts at a time; from eating a banana (YES) to an x-ray to an airplane ride. Check out this interesting chart.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/\"><strong>Here</strong></a><strong> is a link to the Center for Disease Control</strong>. This information can be read/viewed in a variety of languages. It explains how radiation can effect us.\r\n\r\n<strong>Protecting yourself and your family</strong>. Click <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/protectyourself.asp\">Here</a>\r\n\r\nInfo on <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/ki.asp\">Potassium Iodide</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.remm.nlm.gov/nuclearaccident.htm\">Nuclear Reactor Accidents</a>. Read the section labeled <a href=\"http://www.remm.nlm.gov/nuclearaccident.htm#about\">About Nuclear Reactor Accidents</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.epa.gov/rpdweb00/understand/\">Types of Radiation</a> (info from USA Environment Protection Agency)\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ionizing is high-frequency radiation that has enough energy to remove an electron from (ionize) an atom or molecule. Ionizing radiation has enough energy to damage the DNA in cells, which in turn <em><strong>may</strong></em> lead to <strong>cancer</strong>. Gamma rays, x-rays, some high-energy UV rays, and some sub-atomic particles such as alpha particles and protons are forms of ionizing radiation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Non-Ionizing is low-frequency radiation that does not have enough energy to remove electrons or directly damage DNA. Low-energy UV rays, visible light, infrared rays, microwaves, and radio waves are all forms of non-ionizing radiation. Aside from UV rays, these types of radiation are <em><strong>not known</strong></em> to increase<strong>cancer</strong> risk. It is important to understand the difference between these types of radiation. For example, the non-ionizing radiation given off by a cell phone or a television screen is not the same as the ionizing radiation you might get from x-rays taken in the hospital.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAdditional information obtained from the CDC website and condensed.\r\n\r\n<strong>Radioactive Contamination and Radiation Exposure</strong>\r\n\r\nRadioactive contamination and radiation exposure could occur if radioactive materials are released into the environment as the result of an accident, an event in nature, or an act of terrorism. Such a release could expose people and contaminate their surroundings and personal property.\r\n\r\n<strong>What Radioactive Contamination Is</strong>\r\n\r\nRadioactive contamination occurs when radioactive material is deposited on or in an object or a person. Radioactive materials released into the environment can cause air, water, surfaces, soil, plants, buildings, people, or animals to become contaminated. A contaminated person has radioactive materials on or inside their body.\r\n\r\n<strong>What External Contamination Is</strong>\r\n\r\nExternal contamination occurs when radioactive material, in the form of dust, powder, or liquid, comes into contact with a person’s skin, hair, or clothing. In other words, the contact is external to a person’s body. People who are externally contaminated can become internally contaminated if radioactive material gets into their bodies.\r\n\r\n<strong>What Internal Contamination Is</strong>\r\n\r\nInternal contamination occurs when people swallow or breathe in radioactive materials, or when radioactive materials enter the body through an open wound or are absorbed through the skin. Some types of radioactive materials stay in the body and are deposited in different body organs. Other types are eliminated from the body in blood, sweat, urine, and feces.\r\n\r\n<strong>What Radiation Exposure Is</strong>\r\n\r\nRadioactive materials give off a form of energy that travels in waves or particles. This energy is called radiation. When a person is exposed to radiation, the energy penetrates the body. For example, when a person has an x-ray, he or she is exposed to radiation.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How Radioactive Contamination Is Spread</strong>\r\n\r\nPeople who are externally contaminated with radioactive material can contaminate other people or surfaces that they touch. For example, people who have radioactive dust on their clothing may spread the radioactive dust when they sit in chairs or hug other people.\r\n\r\nPeople who are internally contaminated can expose people near them to radiation from the radioactive material inside their bodies. The body fluids (blood, sweat, urine) of an internally contaminated person can contain radioactive materials. Coming in contact with these body fluids can result in contamination and/or exposure.\r\n\r\n<strong>How You Can Limit Contamination</strong>\r\n\r\nSince radiation cannot be seen, smelled, felt, or tasted, people at the site of an incident will not know whether radioactive materials were involved. You can take the following steps to limit your contamination.\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Get out of the immediate area quickly.</strong> Go inside the nearest safe building or to an area to which you are directed by law enforcement or health officials.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Remove the outer layer of your clothing. </strong>If radioactive material is on your clothes, getting it away from you will reduce the external contamination and decrease the risk of internal contamination. It will also reduce the length of time that you are exposed to radiation.</li>\r\n	<li>If possible, <strong>place the clothing in a plastic bag or leave it in an out-of-the-way area</strong>, such as the corner of a room. Keep people away from it to reduce their exposure to radiation. Keep cuts and abrasions covered when handling contaminated items to avoid getting radioactive material in them.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Wash all of the exposed parts of your body</strong> using lots of soap and lukewarm water to remove contamination. This process is called <strong>decontamination</strong>. Try to avoid spreading contamination to parts of the body that may not be contaminated, such as areas that were clothed.</li>\r\n	<li>After authorities determine that <strong>internal contamination may have occurred</strong>, you may be able to take medication to reduce the radioactive material in your body.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<strong>Prenatal Radiation Exposure</strong>\r\n\r\nPregnant women should consult with their physicians if they have any concern about radiation exposure to their fetus.\r\n\r\nThe exposure of a fetus to radiation is referred to as prenatal radiation exposure. This can occur when the mother’s abdomen is exposed to radiation from outside her body. Also, a pregnant woman who accidentally swallows or breathes in radioactive materials may absorb that substance into her bloodstream. From the mother’s blood, radioactive materials may pass through the umbilical cord to the baby or concentrate in areas of the mother’s body near the womb (such as the urinary bladder) and expose the fetus to radiation.','Cancer & Radiation','','inherit','open','open','','21-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:08:39','2013-06-20 19:08:39','',21,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/21-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(459,1,'2013-06-20 19:09:32','2013-06-20 19:09:32','<strong>American Cancer Fund™ and American Cancer Fund™ for Kids –  Working together with Cars 4 Causes®</strong>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>Help Children with life threatening Cancers!</strong></em>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>You</em></strong> can help Children through your generous donation. Think of this as Cars for Kids.\r\n\r\nFeel <em><strong>GREAT</strong></em> knowing that your donation will make a difference!\r\n\r\nDonate you Car, Boat, RV, Motorcycle, Farm or Construction Equipment and/or Real Estate and received the best price for your donation.\r\n\r\nFree pick-up of any vehicle – car, suv, motorhome, truck, motorcycle, boat, yacht, RV, snowmobile, tractor, etc. <strong><a href=\"http://www.cars4causes.net/charity-car-donation-american-cancer-fund?_vsrefdom=charity_pages\">Donate you Car now</a>! </strong>Let’s help those kids <strong>now</strong>  with a car for Kids.\r\n\r\nAmerican Cancer Fund has joined forces with <strong>Cars 4 Causes®</strong> to streamline the <strong>car donation </strong>process. Cars 4 Causes® can be reached at 888-592-2792 or click on the link below. Either way it takes only a few minutes to donate and help cancer patients of all ages.\r\n\r\nYour donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by IRS rulings.\r\n\r\nHere is the link for Cars 4 Causes® - <a href=\"http://www.cars4causes.net/charity-car-donation-american-cancer-fund?_vsrefdom=charity_pages\">Donate Your Car Now</a>!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cars4causes.net/charity-car-donation-american-cancer-fund?_vsrefdom=charity_pages\"><img alt=\"banner-highres-02_cars 4causes\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/images/stories/banner-highres-02_cars%204causes.jpg\" width=\"318\" height=\"301\" /></a>\r\n<div></div>','Car Donations','','inherit','open','open','','88-revision-3','','','2013-06-20 19:09:32','2013-06-20 19:09:32','',88,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/88-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(460,1,'2013-06-21 13:46:11','2013-06-21 13:46:11','<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Cancer </span><span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">of </span>the cervix</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>the third most common gynecologic</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>in the United St<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tes.</span>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Through effective screening, however, cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of</span>ten be prevented or detected in its e</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rliest st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ges.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span>the e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>siest fem<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>le</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span>to prevent, bec<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>use there</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ccine (the HPV v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ccine)<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>screening test<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble. It<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>lso</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>highly cur<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble when found<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd tre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rly.</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>d</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>se in which cells in the body grow out<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>control.</span></span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lw<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ys n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>med for the p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the body where it st</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts, even if it spre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ds to other body p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ter. When</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span>st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts in the cervix, it</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lled cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>. The cervix<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>the lower, n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rrow end<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the uterus.</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> A</span>lso known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>s the womb, the uterus</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>where<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>b<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>by grows when<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>wom<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>pregn<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nt. The cervix connects the upper p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the uterus to the v</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>gin<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>(birth c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l).</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span><span>Reli<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble Links for Cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></span></strong></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span>Re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>d<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>bout cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t</span></span></span></span> <a href=\"http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/cervicalcancer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Medline</span></span></strong></a><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span> from the US N<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>l Institute<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>He</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lth</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>cert<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>inly worth re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ding<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>the e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>siest to n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>vig<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>te. Inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble in Engl</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd Sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">A </span>second pl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ce to st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rt your cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span>educ<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>with th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span></span></span><strong><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Cervical+Cancer\" target=\"_blank\">overview</a></strong><span><span> from the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> A</span>meric<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>n Society<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>Clinic</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l Oncology. It h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>s good det<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>iled inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>upd<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted regul<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rly<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd d<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted. Inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble in Engl</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd in Sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h.</span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">A</span>nother reli<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rting point</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span></span><a href=\"http://www.webmd.com/cancer/tc/cervical-cancer-topic-overview\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">webmd</span></span></strong></a><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_1X_What_is_cervical_cancer_8.asp\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">click here</span></span></strong></a><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span> for<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>more<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>dv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nced d</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>cussion with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tomy overview.</span></span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span>Free screening progr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ms</span></strong></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span>The US Center for D<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>se Control identifies loc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tions<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>cross the United St<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tes where uninsured<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd under insured wom<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n obt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>free or low cost P<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>p Test or M<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>mmogr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>m. </span></span><a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Click here</span></span></a><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span> to see if you qu<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lify. to find<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>loc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l progr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>m </span></span></span><a href=\"http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dcpc_Programs/default.aspx?NPID=1\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">click here</span></span></a><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a href=\"http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dcpc_Programs/default.aspx?NPID=1\">.</a>\r\n\r\n</span></span>','Cervical Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','48-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:46:11','2013-06-21 13:46:11','',48,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/48-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(468,1,'2013-06-21 13:42:04','2013-06-21 13:42:04','Below you will find links to web sites and video’s that provide basic information on hereditary cancers, cancer definitions, risk factors, and prevention.\r\n\r\n<span>It is generally accepted that 5-10% of all Cancers are hereditary. According to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>company that provides a genetic test for Cancer -<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span>best time to beat Cancer is before you get it.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>genetic test for Cancer is a simple blood test, however<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>test is expensive. Federal law (passed in 1996) prohibits<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>use of genetic testing to inhibit your access to medical insurance. In o<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r words, no insurance company can deny you benefits if you carry<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>cancer gene. Genetic discrimination is illegal. Genetic counselors suggest that<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>person already diagnosed with Cancer be<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>first one tested.</span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Reliable Links\r\n</strong>\r\n<a class=\"bbcode\" href=\"http://www.myriadtests.com/\"><strong>Myriad</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em>\r\n\r\n<span>Myriad laboratory has a decent website for preliminary information. Click on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>Inherited Cancer and Genetic Testing links first.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>re is a family history tool that is pretty good. </span><strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Financial</strong><span> help is available from Myriad.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y appear to be very helpful in assisting individuals with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>payment and insurance process.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>support links given are standard and we are in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>process of evaluating each link. If you have any experience with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>se organizations, we’d love some feedback.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>glossary has some definitions you way want to review.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y define terms we have had trouble finding in o<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r places.</span>\r\n\r\n<a class=\"bbcode\" href=\"http://www.yourdiseaserisk.com/\"><strong>Cancer Risk Test</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<em class=\"bbcode italic\">What you can find here:</em>\r\n\r\n<span>Harvard Center for Cancer Prevention has created a website that provides an interactive tool to determine your risk of getting cancer. Questionnaire is available in English and Spanish. Documentation says it is more accurate for persons over 40 years old. You need to fill<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> out </span><span>a simple questionnaire for each of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>12 types of cancer listed.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span>site also has a test for risks of heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and stroke.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Risk Factors:</strong> click on Family History for a number of worthwhile topics. <strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Resources &amp; Materials</strong><span> in this section<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>y have a brochure for colorectal cancer in </span><strong>8</strong> <strong>languages</strong><span>. In<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>risk factors section click on vitamins; it is worth reading.</span>\r\n\r\n<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Genetic Counseling</strong> (Section in process of being updated)\r\n\r\n<!-- var gaJsHost = ((\"https:\" == document.location.protocol) ? \"https://ssl.\" : \"http://www.\"); document.write(unescape(\"%3Cscript src=\'\" + gaJsHost + \"google-analytics.com/ga.js\' type=\'text/javascript\'%3E%3C/script%3E\")); // --><!-- var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker(\"UA-4207576-1\"); pageTracker._initData(); pageTracker._trackPageview(); // -->\r\n\r\n<noscript></noscript><!-- Google Code for Get Cancer info Conversion Page --><!-- var google_conversion_id = 1063970384; var google_conversion_language = \"en_US\"; var google_conversion_format = \"1\"; var google_conversion_color = \"ffff66\"; var google_conversion_label = \"sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM\"; if (2.0) {   var google_conversion_value = 25.0; } // -->','Hereditary Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','53-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:42:04','2013-06-21 13:42:04','',53,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/53-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(469,1,'2013-06-20 14:51:02','2013-06-20 14:51:02','<h1>East Meets West</h1>\r\nBY LENA HUANG\r\n\r\nIntegrating traditional Chinese medicine may ease side effects.\r\n\r\nAs a law school librarian, Jenny Roquemore is accustomed to reading about different perspectives. So when she was diagnosed with HER2-positive, estrogen receptor-negative breast cancer, she explored not only conventional therapies, but also non-conventional outlets, and found herself drawn to one in particular—traditional Chinese medicine.\r\n\r\nRoquemore had a lumpectomy followed by radiation and chemotherapy. But during chemotherapy, she experienced pain and low energy, and remembered from her research that acupuncture might help. Her doctors consented, and after her chemotherapy was completed, she added Chinese herbs to help combat other side effects.\r\n\r\nRoquemore admits she doesn’t know if adding traditional Chinese medicine, orTCM, had any effect on her cancer, but she does know it helped her feel balanced during and after the chaos of cancer. “Western and Chinese medicines are not substitutes for each other; they are complementary. I feel the acupuncture and herbs protected me, helped preserve my health, and kept me on the right track,” says Roquemore, 59, from Austin, Texas, adding that her cancer is in remission.\r\n\r\nRoquemore is not alone in turning to integrative treatments such as TCM. The American Cancer Society estimates up to 50 percent of cancer patients use some type of integrative (also referred to as complementary) therapy, and more than $34 billion is spent each year on these treatments. As these therapies become more popular, more research is being funded to determine what they actually do in the body and how they may help combat the side effects of cancer treatment.\r\n\r\nHealing Holistically\r\n\r\nTCM is a system of medical diagnosis and treatment that has evolved over the past 3,000 years into a set of practices that are used to treat ailments and maintain health. These practices include herbal medicine, acupuncture, and other therapies.\r\n\r\nCancer is viewed differently by TCM physicians than by Western doctors partly because TCM is based on the Daoist belief that everything in the universe is interconnected.\r\n\r\nTCM views the human body as an energy system with <em>chi</em> being the “energy” or “life force.” <em>Chi</em> flows through invisible channels in the body called meridians, andTCM therapies, such as acupuncture, are used to unblock the <em>chi</em> flow in the meridians. Blockages are believed to be caused by myriad sources both inside and outside the body, such as dietary habits, genetics, past diseases, exercise, work, environment, lifestyle, and sexual activity.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.curetoday.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/media.showSectionArtwork/section_id/96\">View Illustration: Pressure Points</a>\r\n\r\n“When we look at traditional Chinese medicine, we see that a lot of therapies are focused on keeping the body balanced, to keep the <em>chi</em> flowing through the body and to stop blockages of <em>chi</em> from happening, which—in TCM theory—is what can lead to illness and to cancer,” says Lorenzo Cohen, PhD, director of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Integrative Medicine Program and a researcher onTCM and cancer.\r\n\r\nLicensed acupuncturist Yuxin He, PhD, MD (China), who treats Roquemore, says if the <em>chi</em> is healthy and strong, there is less chance for disease. The well-balanced body can resist more ailments, says He, so “when the body is weak from any disease, such as cancer, TCM works to unblock the accumulations that form a mass or tumor.”\r\n\r\nHe prescribed acupuncture and an herbal formula for Roquemore. “Acupuncture helps side effects before, during, and after treatment,” says He. “Chemotherapy can have some complications, so we do not advise using herbs one day before and one day after chemotherapy because it can affect your treatment, but we can use acupuncture at that time to alleviate side effects.”\r\n\r\nAfter treatment, TCM therapies are meant to build immunity and prevent recurrence, although research in this area is inconclusive. Patients should always consult with an herbalist before deciding on herbs, warns He, because some herbs may have a negative effect. For example, he says, some may mimic estrogen production, which is counterproductive for breast cancer patients whose tumors are estrogen-sensitive.\r\n\r\nThe TCM philosophy also states that maintaining a healthy diet based on organic foods and avoiding red meat, fat, and spicy or oily foods can build immunity and fight disease. “TCM believes that stress and depression affect the chi, so mental balance is important, too,” He adds.\r\n\r\nFor Roquemore, He recommended exercise and walking to promote better sleep and “agreed with me that meditation was helpful in calming down and alleviating worry,” she says.\r\n\r\nI think there is a better understanding now that many of the treatments that the Chinese have been using for hundreds, if not thousands, of years may, in fact, be useful in the battle against cancer.\r\n\r\n—Lorenzo Cohen, PhD\r\n\r\nResearching Therapies\r\n\r\nWith more patients turning to integrative therapies, research in that area is increasing. “I think there is a better understanding now that many of the treatments that the Chinese have been using for hundreds, if not thousands, of years may, in fact, be useful in the battle against cancer,” says Cohen, who is the principal investigator for a $2.8 million grant received by M.D. Anderson from the National Cancer Institute to study TCM and cancer with Fudan University Cancer Hospital in Shanghai, China.\r\n\r\nCohen says many current studies with Fudan University are promising. One study is examining the use of acupuncture to prevent and treat radiation-induced xerostomia, or dry mouth. Another study is examining acupuncture to treat nausea from chemotherapy for liver cancer or liver metastasis.\r\n\r\n“Ten years ago, the National Institutes of Health released a consensus statement that the data were strong to support the use of acupuncture in treating chemotherapy-induced nausea,” says Cohen. “There is a lot of ongoing research in this area, data suggesting acupuncture is good for managing cancer-related fatigue, aspects of pain, hot flashes, and for helping treat sleep-related disturbances and gastrointestinal disorders.”\r\n\r\nIndeed, a recent search of clinical trials revealed about 30 studies involving acupuncture and cancer-related symptoms or treatment side effects. About 15 trials focused on TCM herbal or natural products and cancer. Cohen is also overseeing a phase II randomized study on a TCM natural product called<em>Huachansu</em>, an extract from the skin of a poisonous toad, combined with the anti-cancer agent Gemzar (gemcitabine) for its effect on pancreatic cancer.\r\n\r\nFor survivors interested in pursuing TCM therapies, Cohen and He agree the best approach is for conventional medicine doctors and TCM doctors to collaborate to optimize treatment. Cohen suggests finding a TCM doctor that has specific experience working with cancer patients.\r\n\r\n“Also important is that the source providing natural products in TCM is a reputable, high-quality company. There is a concern that products can be tainted or have contaminants,” says Cohen. “Also make sure acupuncture is delivered by a licensed, credentialed practitioner who uses sterile technique and only disposable needles.”\r\n\r\nSix years after her diagnosis, Roquemore continues her TCM therapies and believes they have helped her so much that she persuaded her husband, Robert Zirkel, to use TCM therapies after his surgery for melanoma. She says, “I feel the herbs and acupuncture are keeping me healthy and well, keeping my immune system strong, and I’m benefiting from some kind of prevention.”','Holistic Options','','inherit','open','open','','23-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:51:02','2013-06-20 14:51:02','',23,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/23-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(470,1,'2013-06-20 14:52:12','2013-06-20 14:52:12','In this section we have identified both the National Comprehensive Cancer Network of hospitals and reliable accredited Cancer Facilities.\r\n\r\n<strong>National Comprehensive Cancer Network    </strong><a href=\"http://www.nccn.com/\">www.nccn.com</a>\r\n\r\nUS News &amp; World Report – 2011 US Best Cancer Hospitals <a href=\"http://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/rankings/cancer\">click here</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>New Jersey</strong>:\r\n\r\nMemorial Sloan Kettering  – Basking Ridge:  <cite><a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/\">www.mskcc.org</a></cite>\r\n\r\nCancer Institute of New Jersey – New Brunswick:   <cite><a href=\"http://www.cinj.org/\">www.cinj.org</a> </cite>\r\n\r\nRobert Wood Johnson University Hospital:  <a href=\"http://www.rwjuh.edu/\">www.rwjuh.edu</a>\r\n\r\nHackensack University Medical Center:   <a href=\"http://www.humc.com/\">www.humc.com</a>\r\n\r\nBristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital:   <a href=\"http://www.bmsch.org/\">www.bmsch.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>New York</strong>:\r\n\r\nMemorial Sloan Kettering NYC:  <a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/\">www.mskcc.org</a>\r\n\r\nNew York Presbyterian   NYC:   <a href=\"http://www.nyp.org/\">www.nyp.org</a>\r\n\r\nMontefiore Einstein Center for Cancer Care - Bronx:  <a href=\"http://www.montefiore.org/\">www.montefiore.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Massachusetts</strong>:\r\n\r\nBrigham and Womens Hospital  <a href=\"http://www.brighamandwomens.org/\">www.brighamandwomens.org</a>\r\n\r\nChildrens Hospital of Boston  <a href=\"http://www.childrenshospital.org/\">www.childrenshospital.org</a>\r\n\r\nDana Farber Cancer Institute  <cite><a href=\"http://www.dana-farber.org/\">www.<strong>dana</strong>-<strong>farber</strong>.org</a></cite>\r\n\r\nMass General   <a href=\"http://www.massgeneral.org/\">www.massgeneral.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ohio:\r\n\r\n</strong>   <a href=\"http://my.clevelandclinic.org/cancer/default.aspx\">Cleveland Clinic</a>\r\n<div></div>','Hospitals State by State','','inherit','open','open','','19-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:52:12','2013-06-20 14:52:12','',19,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/19-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(472,1,'2013-06-21 13:58:51','2013-06-21 13:58:51','<em><strong>March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month</strong></em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancer </strong>is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancer</strong> is not just one disease but many diseases. There are more than 100 different types of cancer. Most cancers are named for the organ or type of cell in which they start – for example, cancer that begins in the colon is called colon cancer; cancer that begins in basal cells of the skin is called basal cell carcinoma.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kidney Cancer</strong> is a Cancer that forms in tissues of the kidneys. Kidney cancer includes renal cell carcinoma (cancer that forms in the lining of very small tubes in the kidney that filter the blood and remove waste products) and renal pelvis carcinoma (cancer that forms in the center of the kidney where urine collects). It also includes Wilms tumor, which is a type of kidney cancer that usually develops in children under the age of 5.\r\n\r\n<strong> Living with Cancer:</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen considering treatment options, so many questions need to be answered. Finding the answers you need can be confusing and time consuming. Now that you have found our website, use our resources to empower and educate yourself. We are here to help you, every step of the way.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Learn more about a diagnosis</li>\r\n	<li>Understand treatment options</li>\r\n	<li>Communicate more effectively with your doctor</li>\r\n	<li>Know what to expect during treatment</li>\r\n	<li>Dealing with the Insurance Company</li>\r\n	<li>Recovery</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Newly Diagnosed?</strong>\r\n\r\nVital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone numbers, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you can be an active participant in your cancer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.\r\n\r\n1. Important Contacts\r\n\r\n2. Health and treatment history\r\n\r\n3. Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc\r\n\r\n4. Calendar\r\n\r\n5. Progress\r\n\r\n6. Question\r\n\r\n7. Insurance\r\n\r\n<strong> Reliable Resources:</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.kidneycancer.org/\">Kidney Cancer Association</a>\r\n\r\nThis website is a reliable information source for patients, family and caregivers to start their education process. They have a free downloadable booklet called “<a href=\"http://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODE/KidneyCancer/\">We Have Kidney Cancer</a>” that was written by the world’s leading experts in the treatment of kidney cancer. Their page “About Kidney Cancer” is comprehensive.\r\n\r\nThey also have a list of Kidney Cancer Symptoms:\r\n<table border=\"3\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Symptom</td>\r\n<td>Patients</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Blood in the urine</td>\r\n<td>59%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Abdominal mass</td>\r\n<td>45%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Back or flank pain</td>\r\n<td>41%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Weight loss</td>\r\n<td>28%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Low blood counts (anemia)</td>\r\n<td>21%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Tumor calcification on x-ray</td>\r\n<td>13%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Symptoms of metastases</td>\r\n<td>10%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fever</td>\r\n<td>9%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>High calcium in blood</td>\r\n<td>7%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>High blood counts</td>\r\n<td>7%</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/\">National Cancer Institute</a>\r\n\r\nThis is the US governments offical site for Cancer information; a service of the National Cancer Institute. It is a reliable and comprehensive site. It is moderately easy to navigate this and we recommend starting <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/renalcell/patient\">here</a>. They also have a downloadable booklet called “<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/kidney/allpages\">What you need to know about kidney cancer</a>” publication # P023. Since it is not that easy to find we created a direct link for you. You will need to scrtoll past the index to start reading the entire booklet.This site also has Cancer statistics and information about clinical trials.','Kidney Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','54-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:58:51','2013-06-21 13:58:51','',54,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/54-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(476,1,'2013-06-20 20:49:53','2013-06-20 20:49:53','<h3>What is Lung Cancer?</h3>\r\nCancer of the lung, like all cancers, results from an abnormality in the body’s basic unit of life, the cell. Normally, the body maintains a system of checks and balances on cell growth so that cells divide to produce new cells only when needed. Disruption of this system of checks and balances on cell growth results in an uncontrolled division and proliferation of cells that eventually forms a mass known as a tumor.\r\n\r\nTumors can be benign or malignant; when we speak of “cancer,” we refer to those tumors that are considered malignant. Benign tumors can usually be removed and do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors, on the other hand, grow aggressively and invade other tissues of the body, allowing entry of tumor cells into the bloodstream or lymphatic system and then to other sites in the body. This process of spread is termed metastasis; the areas of tumor growth at these distant sites are called metastases. Since lung cancer tends to spread or metastasize very early in its course, it is a very life-threatening cancer and one of the most difficult cancers to treat. While lung cancer can spread to any organ in the body, certain organs — particularly the adrenal glands, liver, brain, and bone — are the most common sites for lung-cancer metastasis.\r\n\r\nThe lung is also a very common site for metastasis from tumors in other parts of the body. Tumor metastases are made up of the same type of cells as the original, or primary, tumor. For example, if prostate cancer spreads via the bloodstream to the lungs, it is metastatic prostate cancer in the lung and is not lung cancer.\r\n<h3>Types of Lung Cancer</h3>\r\nLung cancers, also known as bronchogenic carcinomas (carcinoma is another term for cancer), are broadly classified into two types: small cell lung cancers (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC). This classification is based upon the microscopic appearance of the tumor cells themselves. These two types of cancers grow and spread in different ways and may have different treatment options, so a distinction between these two types is important.\r\n\r\nSCLC comprise about 20% of lung cancers and are the most aggressive and rapidly growing of all lung cancers. SCLC are strongly related to cigarette smoking, with only 1% of these tumors occurring in nonsmokers. SCLC metastasize rapidly to many sites within the body and are most often discovered after they have spread extensively. Referring to a specific cell appearance often seen when examining samples of SCLC under the microscope, these cancers are sometimes called oat cell carcinomas.\r\n\r\nNSCLC are the most common lung cancers, accounting for about 80% of all lung cancers. NSCLC can be divided into three main types that are named based upon the type of cells found in the tumor:\r\n\r\nAdenocarcinomas are the most commonly seen type of NSCLC in the U.S. and comprise up to 50% of NSCLC . While adenocarcinomas are associated with smoking like other lung cancers, this type is observed as well in nonsmokers who develop lung cancer. Most adenocarcinomas arise in the outer, or peripheral, areas of the lungs. Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma is a subtype of adenocarcinoma that frequently develops at multiple sites in the lungs and spreads along the preexisting alveolar walls.\r\n\r\nSquamous cell carcinomas were formerly more common than adenocarcinomas; at present, they account for about 30% of NSCLC. Also known as epidermoid carcinomas, squamous cell cancers arise most frequently in the central chest area in the bronchi.\r\n\r\nLarge cell carcinomas, sometimes referred to as undifferentiated carcinomas, are the least common type of NSCLC.\r\n\r\nMixtures of different types of NSCLC are also seen.\r\n\r\nOther types of cancers can arise in the lung; these types are much less common than NSCLC and SCLC and together comprise only 5%-10% of lung cancers:\r\n\r\nBronchial carcinoids account for up to 5% of lung cancers. These tumors are generally small (3-4 cm or less) when diagnosed and occur most commonly in people under 40 years of age. Unrelated to cigarette smoking, carcinoid tumors can metastasize, and a small proportion of these tumors secrete hormone-like substances that may cause specific symptoms related to the hormone being produced. Carcinoids generally grow and spread more slowly than bronchogenic cancers, and many are detected early enough to be amenable to surgical resection.\r\n\r\nCancers of supporting lung tissue such as smooth muscle, blood vessels, or cells involved in the immune response can rarely occur in the lung.\r\n\r\nAs discussed mentioned, metastatic cancers from other primary tumors in the body are often found in the lung. Tumors from anywhere in the body may spread to the lungs either through the bloodstream, through the lymphatic system, or directly from nearby organs. Metastatic tumors are most often multiple, scattered throughout the lung, and concentrated in the peripheral rather than central areas of the lung.\r\n\r\nAdvanced Lung Cancer Articles*\r\n\r\nRevision Of Lung Cancer Staging System\r\n\r\nSynopsis:\r\n\r\nA revised staging system, called IASLC Staging System, for non-small cell lung cancer patients has been developed by the American College of Chest Physicians. The revised staging system provides a detailed common nomenclature and clearly helps to predict how severe the lung cancer is for patients with non-small cell lung cancer through the addition and reclassification of many new patient subgroups. This revised system provides a more scientific approach to lung cancer. The previous system was known as TNM staging system. “The IASLC classification system is designed to name and define prognosis. The new IASLC staging system was accepted by the AJCC and UICC and will appear in the UICC staging manual in November of 2009.\r\n\r\nFDA Approves First Maintenance Drug Therapy For Advanced Lung Cancer\r\n\r\nSynopsis:\r\n\r\nThe FDA has approved the drug Alimta, which will be used for therapy of metastatic lung cancer. Alimta is a drug produced by Eli Lilly and Company. Alimta disrupts metabolic processes that depend on B-vitamin folate, which provided cell replication and duplication. This drug will be used for non-small cell lung cancer. A case study was conducted in which participants that received the drug Alimta survived 5.2 months more than participants that received a placebo, or inactive substance. Alimta was first approved in 2004 to treat patients with mesothelioma, a cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure. The drug was later approved in 2009 to treat patients with non-small cell lung cancer whose disease worsened prior to chemotherapy drugs.\r\n\r\nCompugen Announces Discovery Of Blood Based Biomarker For Diagnosis Of Lung Cancer\r\n\r\nSynopsis:\r\n\r\nCompugen Limited announced the discovery of CGEN-438. CGEN-438 can be used to serve as both a serum biomarker for the diagnosis of small cell lung cancer and as a component in a biomarker combination for the diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer patients. Blood levels of the peptide was measured in about 40 lung cancer patients and studied were conducted to conclude that serum samples of small cell lung cancer patients were higher than those detected in healthy patients. In other words, it can be used as a diagnostic biomarker for small cell lung cancer. CGEN-438 can provide us with information by acting as a biomarker about whether or not a patient has small cell lung cancer.\r\n\r\nNew Genetic Techniques To Combat Lung Cancer\r\n\r\nSynopsis:\r\n\r\nNew results on genetic techniques to treat lung cancer were released at the 1st European Lung Cancer Conference. Israeli researchers from Rosetta Genomics discovered a test to differentiate between different types of lung cancers. In addition, these Israeli researchers also discovered that based on different levels of microRNA molecules in tissue samples, they are able to distinguish each type of lung cancer. In another type of research, a group of Italian researchers test included the gene LCK, which marks immune cell anticancer activity, DUSP-6 which regulates a signaling pathway involved in cancer spread, and ERCC1, which is a significant therapeutic biomarker in non small cell lung cancer. This researcher can help oncologists with a more efficient use of adjuvant drug after lung surgery.\r\n\r\n* These articles identified and condensed by Pratik Patel a high school Summer intern. Reviewed and approved by our medical board 11/1/2009.','Lung Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','57-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 20:49:53','2013-06-20 20:49:53','',57,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/57-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(477,1,'2013-06-20 20:12:51','2013-06-20 20:12:51','<h3>How can lung cancer be prevented?</h3>\r\nSmoking cessation is the most important measure that can prevent lung cancer. Many products, such as nicotine gum, nicotine sprays, or nicotine inhalers, may be helpful to people trying to quit smoking. Minimizing exposure to passive smoking is also an effective preventive measure. Using a home radon test kit can identify and allow correction of increased radon levels in the home, which can also cause lung cancers. Methods that allow early detection of cancers, such as the helical low-dose CT scan, may also be of value in the identification of small cancers that can be cured by surgical resection and prevention of widespread, incurable metastatic cancer.\r\nLung Cancer At A Glance\r\n\r\nLung cancer is the number-one cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the U.S. and worldwide.\r\nCigarette smoking is the principal risk factor for development of lung cancer.\r\nPassive exposure to tobacco smoke can also cause lung cancer.\r\nThe two types of lung cancer, which grow and spread differently, are the small cell lung cancers (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC).\r\nThe stage of lung cancer refers to the extent to which the cancer has spread in the body.\r\nTreatment of lung cancer can involve a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy as well as newer experimental methods.\r\nThe general prognosis of lung cancer is poor, with overall survival rates of about 16% at five years.\r\nSmoking cessation is the most important measure that can prevent the development of lung cancer.','Lung Cancer Prevention','','inherit','open','open','','58-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 20:12:51','2013-06-20 20:12:51','',58,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/58-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(478,1,'2013-06-20 19:37:22','2013-06-20 19:37:22','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">Newly Diagnosed? Start your education here.</strong>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Vital to helping you understand your condition and manage your care is keeping track of important phone num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rs, treatment history, side effects, and laboratory results, such as your complete blood count (CBC). Use these tools to help organize this information so you</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be </span>an active participant in your</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer care. Keep them handy for use at home and bring them along to your doctor visits and other medical appointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Important Contacts</li>\r\n	<li>Health and treatment history</li>\r\n	<li>Copies of reports – Blood tests, Pathology reports, etc</li>\r\n	<li>Calendar</li>\r\n	<li>Progress</li>\r\n	<li>Questions</li>\r\n	<li>Insurance</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<strong> What is Lymphoma?</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma is the name for a group of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cers that start in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of the body’s immune system – the body’s defense against infection. The </span><a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#marrow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\">marrow</a> and <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphocyte\" target=\"_blank\">lymphocytes</a> are part of the immune system. Some other parts of the immune system are the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#lymphnode\" target=\"_blank\">lymph nodes</a>, the lymphatic vessels, which connect the lymph nodes and contain lymph (a liquid that carries lymphocytes), and the <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=464236#spleen\" target=\"_blank\">spleen</a>.  Lymphomas generally start in lymph nodes or lymphatic tissue in sites of the body such as the stomach or intestines. Lymphomas may involve the marrow and the blood in some cases.\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma is a type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span><span>cer that occurs when lymphocytes–white blood cells that help protect the body from infection and disease–<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>gin<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>having abnormally. Abnormal lymphocytes may divide faster than normal cells or they may live longer than they are supposed to.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Be</span>cause lymphatic tissue is in many parts of the body, Hodgkin lymphoma</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can </span><span>start almost anywhere. Usually, it’s first found in a lymph node above the diaphragm, the thin muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. But Hodgkin lymphoma also may<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be </span>found in a group of lymph nodes. Sometimes it starts in other parts of the lymphatic system.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span>Lymphoma may develop in many parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, blood, or other organs. Hodgkin lymphoma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>gins when a lymphocyte (usually a </span>B cell<span>)<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>comes abnormal. The abnormal cell is called a Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cell.</span>\r\n\r\nThere are two main types of lymphomas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300137\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (HL) – There are five types of HL, an uncommon form of lymphoma that involves the Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells. The num<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>r of these cells increases as the disease advances.</span></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=bkLTKaOQLmK8E&amp;b=6300139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Non-Hodgkin lymphoma</a><span> (NHL) – There are more than 25 types of NHL, some of which are more common than others. Any lymphoma that does not involve Reed-Stern<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">be</span>rg cells is classified as non-Hodgkin’s.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Symptoms:</strong>\r\n\r\nSigns and symptoms of  lymphoma may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpit or groin</li>\r\n	<li>Abdominal pain or swelling</li>\r\n	<li>Chest pain, coughing or trouble breathing</li>\r\n	<li>Fatigue</li>\r\n	<li>Fever</li>\r\n	<li>Night sweats</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Reliable Links:</strong>\r\n\r\nThe <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=1573311\" target=\"_blank\">Lymphoma Research Foundation</a> (LRF) is one place to start your information gathering process. For the newly diagnosed, click <a href=\"http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&amp;b=2262345\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> be</span>st starting place. LRF has downloadable fact sheets in 3 languages; English, Spanish and Chinese. Additional information on clinical trials and news is available as well as patient support groups.</span>\r\nThe latest issue of their magazine is also available as a download.\r\n\r\nThe National organization for Leukemia and Lymphoma – The Leukemia-Lymphoma Society is another reliable resource. Click <a href=\"http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=4221\" target=\"_blank\">here</a><span> for the easiest way to navigate this site if you or a loved one is newly diagnosed. Unlike some forms of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer, there are some signs and symptoms of this disease. They have included the </span>symptoms<span> but you have to go through each type of blood<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> can</span>cer to find the signs. We found this a little difficult to navigate quickly. The section on </span>disease information was thorough and written for non medical speaking individuals.\r\n<span>Many pages are available in multiple languages; French, Spanish and Portugese. </span> This organization also provides a live chat line.  This site also has some financial support information.\r\n\r\nFor explanations of the major types of blood Cancers, click <a href=\"http://www.hematology.org/patients/Blood-Disorders/Blood-Cancers/5229.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.','Lymphoma (what is Lymphoma)','','inherit','open','open','','59-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 19:37:22','2013-06-20 19:37:22','',59,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/59-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(482,1,'2013-06-21 13:52:37','2013-06-21 13:52:37','<strong>Pancreatic Cancer Takes the life of Actress Bonnie Franklin 3/1/2013.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/showtracker/la-et-cm-bonnie-franklin-dies-at-69-20130301,0,6152971.story\" target=\"_blank\">Read the story</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>What is Pancreatic Cancer?</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas — an organ in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>abdomen that lies horizontally behind the lower part of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>stomach.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Your </span>pancreas secretes enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help regulate the metabolism of sugars.</span>\r\n\r\nPancreatic cancer often has a poor prognosis, even when diagnosed early. Pancreatic cancer typically spreads rapidly and is seldom detected in its early stages, which is a major reason why it’s a leading cause of cancer death. Signs and symptoms may not appear until pancreatic cancer is quite advanced and surgical removal isn’t possible.\r\n\r\n<strong><span>Understanding<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Your </span>pancreas is about 6 inches (15 centimeters) long and looks something like a pear lying on its side. The pancreas is a crucial part of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>digestive system. It secretes hormones, including insulin, to help<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>body process sugar. And it produces digestive juices to help<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>body digest food.</span>\r\n\r\n<strong>How pancreatic cancer forms</strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Pancreatic cancer occurs when cells in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>pancreas develop genetic mutations. These mutations cause the cells to grow uncontrollably and to continue living after normal cells would die. These accumulating cells can form a tumor.</span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Types of pancreatic cancer</strong>\r\n\r\nThe types of cells involved in a pancreatic cancer help determine the best treatment. Types of pancreatic cancer include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Cancer that forms in the pancreas ducts (adenocarcinoma).</strong> Cells that line the ducts of the pancreas help produce digestive juices. The majority of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas. Sometimes these cancers are called exocrine tumors.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Cancer that forms in the hormone-producing cells.</strong> Cancer that forms in the hormone-producing cells of the pancreas is called endocrine cancer. Endocrine cancers of the pancreas are very rare.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer</strong>\r\n\r\nSigns and symptoms of pancreatic cancer often don’t occur until the disease is advanced. When signs and symptoms do appear, they may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Upper abdominal pain that may radiate to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>back</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Yellowing of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>skin and the whites of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> your </span>eyes (jaundice)</span></li>\r\n	<li>Loss of appetite</li>\r\n	<li>Weight loss</li>\r\n	<li>Depression</li>\r\n	<li>Blood clots</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources For Pancreatic Cancer:</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.mdanderson.org/patient-and-cancer-information/cancer-information/cancer-types/pancreatic-cancer/index.html?cmpid=google_cancer_treatment_pancreatic_ppc&amp;gclid=CJKuor_g0qsCFYlM4Aodyi28VA\" target=\"_blank\">MD Anderson website</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/pancreatic/Patient\" target=\"_blank\">National Cancer Institute</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/401.cfm\" target=\"_blank\">Memorial Sloan Kettering</a>','Pancreatic Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','61-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:52:37','2013-06-21 13:52:37','',61,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/61-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(484,1,'2013-06-21 13:57:19','2013-06-21 13:57:19','<div><strong>Try our NEW Cancer resistant Sunscreen -<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Protection You Can Count On!</span></strong></div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>**********</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>ACF is now selling its own exclusively blended SPF 30 Sunscreen. Chock full of botanicals, vitamins and great for moisturizing. <a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/component/virtuemart/?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44\">Click here to purchase</a> or <a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/good-health/sunscreen-info\">Click here</a> for more info.. $12 per bottle (plus ($3.95 for s&amp;h) Buy a few bottles today and protect everyone you love!</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>100% of Profits go to Fighting Cancer!</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>**********</div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>Safe Tanning and the Definition of UV Rays and UV Radiation</div>\r\n<h4>Dr. Dima Ali</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h6>by Lety Soto CMA</h6>\r\nUV radiation is part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum that reaches the earth from the sun. There are 3 different types of UV radiation; UVA, B and C. UVC is the strongest wavelength but is also the shortest and usually gets absorbed by the ozone layer before it reaches the earth. UVB is responsible for most burns. UVA (UVAI and UVAII) is the least intense, but the most deeply penetrating. UVA and UVB can causepremature skin aging, eye damage (i.e. cataracts) and skin cancer.\r\n<div>95% of all UV rays are UVA, though less intense than UVB rays they are 30-50 times more common. UVB rays intensity varies by season, location and time of day. They are strongest between 10 am and 4 pm from April through October in the US. But they can burn you all year round especially around snow and ice since 80% of rays are bounced back at you and you are hit twice by them. UVA rays are relatively constant all day, every day and can penetrate through clouds and glass. Yes, there are UV rays on rainy, cloudy days even though you can’t see them. Wear your sunscreen!!</div>\r\n<div>Even though UV radiation gives us an awesome tan, UV radiation damages the skin’s cellular DNA and can produce genetic mutations leading to skin cancer. Our tan is the body trying to protect itself from more DNA damage, whether from direct sunlight or tanning beds. As Dr. Dima says ‘The tanning bed bulbs emit UVA radiation which is less likely to burn you than UVB radiation. An easy way to remember this is UVA: ‘<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">U</span> will get<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">V</span>ERY <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">A</span>GED skin’ and UVB: ‘<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">U</span> will get <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">V</span>ERY <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">B</span>URNED.’ Bottom line though is that they both cause wrinkles and skin cancer.’ You can protect yourself from the damaging UV rays in many ways:</div>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Daily use of sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher; reapply every 2 hours or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating.</li>\r\n	<li>Cover up with clothing, broad-brimmed hats, UV blocking sunglasses.</li>\r\n	<li>Seek shade, especially between 10 am and 4 pm.</li>\r\n	<li>Avoid tanning and tanning salons.</li>\r\n	<li>Keep newborns out of the sun. Apply sunscreen to all babies over 6 months old.</li>\r\n	<li>See your physician every year for a skin exam.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nDima Ali, M.D. is an internationally recognized Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine expert. Her areas of expertise include aesthetic laser surgery, minimally invasive face lifts, lipofilling, botox, soft tissue fillers, chemical peels, sclerotherapy, mesotherapy/lipo-dissolve and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Ali received her undergraduate degree at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX . After receiving her Doctorate of Medicine and completing a general residency training at The George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Ali devoted all of her postgraduate work on her passion of Cosmetic Dermatology, Cutaneous Laser Surgery, Anti-Aging Medicine and cosmetic formulations. “Dr. Dima,” as her patients and colleagues affectionately call her, founded one of the East Coasts first medical spas, WellMedica Aesthetic &amp; Anti-Aging Medicine in Reston, VA.\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nDr. Dima’s Cosminology (clinical skincare &amp; clinical mineral coverage) was created by Dr. Dima Ali, and inspired by her personal sensitivity to harsh, over the counter and prescription strength topical treatments. As a long-time acne sufferer with a propensity for hyperpigmentation, Dr. Dima began to combine varying strengths of potent, rejuvenating ingredients with natural, anti-inflammatory botanical extracts and essential oils to treat her own skin conditions and those of her patients.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n</div>','Safe Tanning','','inherit','open','open','','72-revision-v1','','','2013-06-21 13:57:19','2013-06-21 13:57:19','',72,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/21/72-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(487,1,'2013-08-14 16:20:17','2013-08-14 20:20:17','[gravityform id=\"4\" name=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Suncreen\"]\n<h2>American Cancer Fund Sunscreen</h2>\n<em>“Protection You Can Count On!”</em>\n\n<em>A high-end Luxury skin care product at an affordable price. Made in America! The best sunscreen you can buy.</em>\n\niCARE SUNSCREEN\n\nSPF 30\n\n<strong>100% of Profits go to FightingCancer</strong>\n\nExclusively blended for ACF in a highly stable UVA/UVB formulation\n\nIdeal for all skin types\n\nOutsmart the Sun - Save your Skin\n\n<a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/how-to-help/wristbands?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44&amp;category_id=11\">Our Exclusive Sunscreen formula:</a>\n<ul>\n	<li>\n<div><strong>Anti-Aging/Wrinkle prevention</strong></div></li>\n	<li>\n<div><strong>Antioxidants &amp; vitamins A&amp;E</strong></div></li>\n	<li>\n<div><strong>Moisturizer</strong></div></li>\n	<li>\n<div><strong>Oil free</strong></div></li>\n</ul>\nThis is an oil-free, 98% natural product. <a title=\"American Cancer Fund Sunscreen Ingredients\" href=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/american-cancer-fund-sunscreen-ingredients/\">Ingredients</a>.\n\nIt has an SPF rating of 30 and is also a moisturizer. It is a light feeling cream that absorbs quickly and completely in the skin and can and should be used 365 days a year. Our customers tell us this is the best sunscreen they have ever used.\n\n<strong>For a full list of ingredients, <a title=\"American Cancer Fund Sunscreen Ingredients\" href=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/american-cancer-fund-sunscreen-ingredients/\">click here</a>.</strong>\n\n<strong></strong>','Sunscreen','','inherit','open','open','','82-autosave-v1','','','2013-08-14 16:20:17','2013-08-14 20:20:17','',82,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/82-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(851,1,'2013-08-14 16:12:30','2013-08-14 20:12:30','[gravityform id=\"4\" name=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Suncreen\"]\r\n<h2>American Cancer Fund Sunscreen</h2>\r\n<em>“Protection You Can Count On!”</em>\r\n\r\n<em>A high-end Luxury skin care product at an affordable price. Made in America! The best sunscreen you can buy.</em>\r\n\r\niCARE SUNSCREEN\r\n\r\nSPF 30\r\n\r\n<strong>100% of Profits go to FightingCancer</strong>\r\n\r\nExclusively blended for ACF in a highly stable UVA/UVB formulation\r\n\r\nIdeal for all skin types\r\n\r\nOutsmart the Sun - Save your Skin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/how-to-help/wristbands?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44&amp;category_id=11\">Our Exclusive Sunscreen formula:</a>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Anti-Aging/Wrinkle prevention</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Antioxidants &amp; vitamins A&amp;E</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Moisturizer</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Oil free</strong></div></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThis is an oil-free, 98% natural product.\r\n\r\nIt has an SPF rating of 30 and is also a moisturizer. It is a light feeling cream that absorbs quickly and completely in the skin and can and should be used 365 days a year. Our customers tell us this is the best sunscreen they have ever used.\r\n\r\n<strong>Ingredients:</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Zinc Oxide</strong> - a microfine, technologically advanced formula that blocks both <strong>UVA</strong> &amp; <strong>UVB</strong> rays.\r\n\r\n<strong>Octyl Methoxycinnamate</strong> - Absorbs UV Rays. It is non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and is derived from <strong>Cinnamon</strong>leaves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Aloe Vera Gel -</strong> This <strong>plant</strong> extract improves the circulation and <strong>regenerates the cells. </strong>Its effects are <strong>soothing</strong>, astringent, and protecting. Aloe has been recognized for many years as also being anti-inflammatory and antibiotic. Aloe is also excellent for <strong>sensitive</strong> and <strong>dry skin</strong> conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Vitamin E</strong> - An <strong>anti-oxidant</strong> found in essential oils and vegetable oils. Also known as <strong>Tocopheral</strong>, this wonderful<strong>vitamin</strong>, when applied topically, is absorbed through the skin. It is also helpful as a UV protectant.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comfrey Extract</strong> - This <strong>herbal</strong> extract relieves and <strong>soothes</strong> tender and inflamed skin. It contains a <strong>natural</strong> form of allantoin and is credited with healing, astringent and emollient properties. It has been known to be helpful with sunburn and itching skin conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Panthenol </strong>- (Vitamin B3) This highly moisturizing ingredient aids in tissue repair and stimulates cell growth. Panthenol also helps the skin promote wound healing and is <strong>anti-inflammatory</strong>. Its ability to attract water from the environment allows for added <strong>hydration and suppleness</strong> to the skin. Panthenol has humectant-like properties that promote moisture absorption.\r\n\r\n<strong>Ginseng</strong> - Many theraputic benefits have been associated with ginseng; it is considered to be helpful due to its <strong>vitamin and hormone</strong> content. It <strong>helps diminish wrinkles</strong> and helps <strong>reduce the symptoms of dry skin</strong>. Medicinal properties also suggest that this extract helps improve skin rejuvenation, oxygenation and stimulation. The roots active components are said to be responsible for the <strong>revitalization and activation</strong> of the epidermal cells.\r\n\r\n<strong>Vitamin A</strong> - This essential vitamin for the skin favors tissue growth, helping <strong>improve the skin smoothness</strong>, <strong>firmness</strong>and <strong>texture</strong>. Vitamin A helps prevent scaling and dryness and <strong>rejuvenates the skin</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Hyaluronic Acid</strong> - Occurs <strong>naturally</strong> in skin cells. Its water absorbing abilities help the skin achieve much needed<strong>suppleness and moisture</strong>. Known for its wonderful water binding ability, this acid holds water tightly, and when appiled to the skin, forms a film similar to the way it is formed in the human body. A <strong>natural moisturizer</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Benzophenone</strong> - A <strong>safe and effective</strong> sunscreen ingredient that is one of the <strong>most effective</strong> and highest rated substances to<strong> absorb UVA and UVB rays</strong>.','Sunscreen','','inherit','open','open','','82-revision-v1','','','2013-08-14 16:12:30','2013-08-14 20:12:30','',82,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/08/14/82-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(721,1,'2013-06-24 13:30:45','2013-06-24 13:30:45','[gravityform id=\"4\" name=\"Oil Free SPF 30 Suncreen\"]\r\n<h2>American Cancer Fund Sunscreen</h2>\r\n<em>“Protection You Can Count On!”</em>\r\n\r\n<em>A high-end Luxury skin care product at an affordable price. Made in America! The best sunscreen you can buy.</em>\r\n\r\niCARE SUNSCREEN\r\n\r\nSPF 30\r\n\r\n<strong>100% of Profits go to FightingCancer</strong>\r\n\r\nExclusively blended for ACF in a highly stable UVA/UVB formulation\r\n\r\nIdeal for all skin types\r\n\r\nOutsmart the Sun - Save your Skin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://americancancerfund.org/how-to-help/wristbands?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage_new.tpl&amp;product_id=44&amp;category_id=11\">Our Exclusive Sunscreen formula:</a>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Anti-Aging/Wrinkle prevention</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Antioxidants &amp; vitamins A&amp;E</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Moisturizer</strong></div></li>\r\n	<li>\r\n<div><strong>Oil free</strong></div></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThis is an oil-free, 98% natural product.\r\n\r\nIt has an SPF rating of 30 and is also a moisturizer. It is a light feeling cream that absorbs quickly and completely in the skin and can and should be used 365 days a year. Our customers tell us this is the best sunscreen they have ever used.\r\n\r\n<strong>Ingredients:</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Zinc Oxide</strong> - a microfine, technologically advanced formula that blocks both <strong>UVA</strong> &amp; <strong>UVB</strong> rays.\r\n\r\n<strong>Octyl Methoxycinnamate</strong> - Absorbs UV Rays. It is non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and is derived from <strong>Cinnamon</strong>leaves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Aloe Vera Gel -</strong> This <strong>plant</strong> extract improves the circulation and <strong>regenerates the cells. </strong>Its effects are <strong>soothing</strong>, astringent, and protecting. Aloe has been recognized for many years as also being anti-inflammatory and antibiotic. Aloe is also excellent for <strong>sensitive</strong> and <strong>dry skin</strong> conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Vitamin E</strong> - An <strong>anti-oxidant</strong> found in essential oils and vegetable oils. Also known as <strong>Tocopheral</strong>, this wonderful<strong>vitamin</strong>, when applied topically, is absorbed through the skin. It is also helpful as a UV protectant.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comfrey Extract</strong> - This <strong>herbal</strong> extract relieves and <strong>soothes</strong> tender and inflamed skin. It contains a <strong>natural</strong> form of allantoin and is credited with healing, astringent and emollient properties. It has been known to be helpful with sunburn and itching skin conditions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Panthenol </strong>- (Vitamin B3) This highly moisturizing ingredient aids in tissue repair and stimulates cell growth. Panthenol also helps the skin promote wound healing and is <strong>anti-inflammatory</strong>. Its ability to attract water from the environment allows for added <strong>hydration and suppleness</strong> to the skin. Panthenol has humectant-like properties that promote moisture absorption.\r\n\r\n<strong>Ginseng</strong> - Many theraputic benefits have been associated with ginseng; it is considered to be helpful due to its <strong>vitamin and hormone</strong> content. It <strong>helps diminish wrinkles</strong> and helps <strong>reduce the symptoms of dry skin</strong>. Medicinal properties also suggest that this extract helps improve skin rejuvenation, oxygenation and stimulation. The roots active components are said to be responsible for the <strong>revitalization and activation</strong> of the epidermal cells.\r\n\r\n<strong>Vitamin A</strong> - This essential vitamin for the skin favors tissue growth, helping <strong>improve the skin smoothness</strong>, <strong>firmness</strong>and <strong>texture</strong>. Vitamin A helps prevent scaling and dryness and <strong>rejuvenates the skin</strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Hyaluronic Acid</strong> - Occurs <strong>naturally</strong> in skin cells. Its water absorbing abilities help the skin achieve much needed<strong>suppleness and moisture</strong>. Known for its wonderful water binding ability, this acid holds water tightly, and when appiled to the skin, forms a film similar to the way it is formed in the human body. 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So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Women</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. 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Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.\r\n\r\nContinuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBlood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Dgital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nProstate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>50?s</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td> 60?s and up</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Bone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:36:53','2013-06-24 13:36:53','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/68-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(498,1,'2013-06-24 13:36:53','2013-06-24 13:36:53','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Women</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. Bevers, MD, of the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.\r\n\r\nContinuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBlood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Dgital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nProstate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>50?s</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td> 60?s and up</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75Continuing Care:Bone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:36:53','2013-06-24 13:36:53','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/68-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(499,1,'2013-06-24 13:38:28','2013-06-24 13:38:28','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Women</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29 Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39 Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35 Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. Bevers, MD, of the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.\r\n\r\nContinuing Care:\r\n\r\nClinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 years Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 4 5Bone Density Test: Ask your doctor starting at age 40 Digital Rectal Exam: Ask your doctor starting at age 40\r\n\r\nProstate Screening: Ask your doctor starting at age 40</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>50?s</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 yearsContinuing Care:Eye ExamClinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Colorectal Screenings: yearly fecal occult blood test OR flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonoscopy every 10 years Continuing Care:Eye Exam Bone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td> 60?s and up</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65 Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75 Continuing Care: Clinical Breast Exam (Mammogram)\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam\r\n\r\nThyroid test\r\n\r\nBone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 65 Colorectal Screening: Discuss with your doctor if you’re older than 75 Continuing Care: Bone Density\r\n\r\nBlood Glucose\r\n\r\nDigital Rectal Exam\r\n\r\nProstate Screening</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Time for a Checkup','','inherit','open','open','','68-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 13:38:28','2013-06-24 13:38:28','',68,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/68-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(500,1,'2013-06-24 13:38:52','2013-06-24 13:38:52','You know that regular maintenance is the best and least costly way to care for your car or your home. So why not do the same for your body?\r\n<table border=\"0\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<th width=\"10%\">Age</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Women</th>\r\n<th width=\"45%\">Men</th>\r\n</tr>\r\n</thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr valign=\"top\">\r\n<td>20?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29Clinical Breast Exam: every 3 years starting at age 20Pap Smear: every 1-3 years starting at age 21 (or when sexually active)Pelvic Exam: yearly\r\n\r\nChlamydia Test: yearly until age 25 if sexually active; then any time you have new partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 1 between the ages of 20 &amp; 29 Testicular Exam: ask your doctor, starting at age 18</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>30?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39 Thyroid test: every 5 years, starting at age 35 Continuing Care:Clinical Breast Exam\r\n\r\nPap Smear\r\n\r\nPelvic exam</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at least 2 between 30 and 39</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr valign=\"middle\">\r\n<td>40?s</td>\r\n<td>Eye Exam: at age 40 then every 2 to 4 yearsBone Density: Ask your doctor starting at age 40Blood Glucose Test for Diabetes: Every 3 years starting at age 45Mammogram: For women age 40 and over, the benefits of annual breast screening continue to outweigh the risks,” says Therese B. 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This site gives you a good basic understanding of Chemotherapy.\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://www.rtanswers.org/treatmentinformation/treatmenttypes/howradiationtherapyworks.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Radiation Basics</a></strong>\r\n\r\nRadiation therapy works by damaging cells. Normal cells are able to repair themselves, whereas cancer cells cannot. New techniques also allow doctors to better target the radiation to protect healthy cells. This site gives you a good basic understanding of radiation basics.\r\n\r\n<strong>Understanding treatment options</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.abta.org/care-treatment/treatments/\" target=\"_blank\">Here</a> is a good article about treatment options. It refers to brain cancer but the philosophy is universal.\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>The website RT Answers has some valuable explanations regarding what to expect before, during and after radiation therapy. Here is the link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.rtanswers.org/treatmentinformation/treatmenttypes/howradiationtherapyworks.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.rtanswers.org/treatmentinformation/treatmenttypes/howradiationtherapyworks.aspx</a>','Treatment Basics','','inherit','open','open','','27-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 15:17:16','2013-06-20 15:17:16','',27,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/27-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(505,1,'2013-06-20 14:40:34','2013-06-20 14:40:34','<a href=\"http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&amp;hl=en&amp;q=100+Tice+Blvd.+07677+Woodcliff+Lake++NJ+USA\" target=\"_blank\">WaySearch</a>\r\n\r\n100 Tice Blvd.\r\nWoodcliff Lake NJ 07677 USA\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Eisai, Inc.\" href=\"http://www.eisai.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Website</a>\r\n\r\nPhone: 800-226-2072\r\n\r\nThe drug manufacturer provides medication to people who are unable to afford them as a free or reduced cost. 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Local financial assistance includes help for people with all cancers in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and San Diego, California. Financial help is for transportation, radiation, chemotherapy, pain medications, home care, child care, and some screening and biopsies. Please be aware that CancerCare grants are not for basic living expenses such as rent, mortgages, utility payments and food. If this is the kind of assistance you need one of their social workers may be able to refer you to a local agency that can help.\r\n\r\nA special program called CancerCare for Kids®. It’s all part of the free, professional services CancerCare provides, but focused on the particular needs of children and parents. They offer practical support, education and advice to parents, and counseling to children and teens to help them understand cancer. Families who live near a CancerCare office may also participate in our We’re Talking About It™ workshops that teach children and parents how to talk to each other about cancer.','Cancer Care','','inherit','open','open','','40-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:27:09','2013-06-20 14:27:09','',40,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/40-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(511,1,'2013-06-20 14:30:12','2013-06-20 14:30:12','<a href=\"http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&amp;hl=en&amp;q=PO+Box+24128+21227+Baltimore++MD+USA\" target=\"_blank\">WaySearch</a>\r\n\r\nPO Box 24128\r\nBaltimore MD 21227 USA\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Cancer Information Services (CIS)\" href=\"http://www.cancernet.nci.nih.gov/pdq\" target=\"_blank\">Website</a>\r\n\r\nPhone: 800-422-6237\r\n\r\nHelps locate financial aid and/or emotional counseling services, as well as information on diagnostic procedures.','Cancer Information Services','','inherit','open','open','','41-revision-v1','','','2013-06-20 14:30:12','2013-06-20 14:30:12','',41,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/20/41-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(512,1,'2013-06-24 12:33:17','2013-06-24 12:33:17','<noscript>\r\n&amp;lt;div style=\"display:inline;\"&amp;gt; &amp;lt;img height=\"1\" width=\"1\" style=\"border-style:none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"http://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/conversion/1063970384/?value=2.0&amp;amp;#038;label=sSSSCOKxmgEQ0Myr-wM&amp;amp;#038;guid=ON&amp;amp;#038;script=0\"/&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/div&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;\r\n</noscript><span><span>Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder C<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ncer typic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lly begins in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>lining of your Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder,</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>b<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lloon-sh<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ped org<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n in your pelvic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t stores urine. 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Keep<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ndy for use<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>t home<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd bring<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>long to your doctor visits<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd o<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r medic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>ppointments.</span>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Import</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\" style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">a</span><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">nt Cont</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\" style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">a</span><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">cts</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">He<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lth<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd tre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tment history</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Copies of reports – Blood tests, P<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>thology reports, etc</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">C<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lend<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>r</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Progress</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Questions</span></li>\r\n	<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Insur<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nce</span></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<h2>Understanding Bladder Cancer - An Introduction</h2>\r\nThe word cancer refers to changes in the body’s cells that cause them to grow out of control. These cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowding out normal cells and damaging entire systems of the body.\r\n\r\nYour bladder is a hollow <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000257523&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">organ</a> in the lower <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045070&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">abdomen</a>. It stores <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046642&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urine</a>, the liquid waste made by the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046325&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">kidneys</a>.\r\n\r\nYour bladder is part of the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046095&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urinary tract</a>. Urine passes from each kidney into the bladder through a long tube called a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046638&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">ureter</a>. Urine leaves the bladder through a shorter tube (the <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046640&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urethra</a>).\r\n\r\nThe wall of the bladder has layers of <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046683&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">tissue</a>:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Inner layer</strong>: The inner layer of tissue is also called the lining. As your bladder fills up with urine, the transitional cells on the surface stretch. When you empty your bladder, these cells shrink.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Middle layer</strong>: The middle layer is muscle tissue. When you empty your bladder, the muscle layer in the bladder wall squeezes the urine out of your body.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Outer layer</strong>: The outer layer covers the bladder. It has fat, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000344349&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">fibrous</a> tissue, and blood vessels.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBladder location in men\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a man\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image004.jpg\" width=\"321\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nBladder location in women\r\n\r\n<img alt=\"This picture shows the bladder and nearby organs in a woman.\" src=\"http://www.cancer.gov/PublishedContent/Images/images/documents/cddc0d3e-4fdc-4332-8f6b-1d6136ffdd5f/clip_image006.jpg\" width=\"324\" height=\"271\" />\r\n\r\nPhotos from Cancer.Gov\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<a name=\"5\"></a>\r\n<h2>Symptoms</h2>\r\nBladder cancer may cause these common symptoms:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Finding blood in your urine (which may make the urine look rusty or darker red)</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling an urgent need to empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Having to empty your bladder more often than you used to</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling the need to empty your bladder without results</li>\r\n	<li>Needing to strain (bear down) when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Feeling pain when you empty your bladder</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThese symptoms may be caused by bladder cancer or by other health problems, such as an infection. People with these symptoms should tell their doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<h2>Treatment</h2>\r\nTreatment options for people with bladder cancer are <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045570&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgery</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045214&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">chemotherapy</a>, <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000045617&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">biological therapy</a>, and <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044971&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">radiation therapy</a>. You may receive more than one type of treatment.\r\n\r\nThe treatment that’s right for you depends mainly on the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The location of the tumor in the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has invaded the muscle layer or tissues outside the bladder</li>\r\n	<li>Whether the tumor has spread to other parts of the body</li>\r\n	<li>The grade of the tumor</li>\r\n	<li>Your age and general health</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nYou may have a team of specialists to help plan your treatment. Your doctor may refer you to a specialist, or you may ask for a referral. You may want to see a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046643&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urologist</a>, a <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044306&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">surgeon</a> who specializes in treating problems in the urinary tract. Other specialists who treat bladder cancer include <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000044307&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">urologic oncologists</a> (surgeons who specialize in cancers of the urinary tract), <a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/Common/PopUps/popDefinition.aspx?id=CDR0000046290&amp;version=Patient&amp;language=English\">medical oncologists</a>, and radiation oncologists.\r\n<h2>Reli<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble Links:</h2>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana; font-size: 10pt;\"><a style=\"font-size: 10pt;\" href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bladder-cancer/DS00177\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;\">M<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>yo Clinic</span></a>\r\n<span><span>Wh<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t you find here:</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span><span>M<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>yo Clinic is<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>n est<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>blished medic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l center.</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The </span><span>Bl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>dder c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ncer section is e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>sy to scroll through. 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In</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span><span>risk f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ctors section click on vit<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>mins. It is worth re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ding.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov\" target=\"_blank\">National Institute of Health – Cancer Institute</a> The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), which is one of 11 agencies that compose the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The NCI, established under the National Cancer Institute Act of 1937, is the Federal Government’s principal agency for cancer research and training. This website has information about most common cancers, statistics and clinical trials.\r\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\">\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Twitter!\" onclick=\"window.open(\'http://twitter.com/home?status=Reading%20this:+\' + encodeURIComponent(\'http://americancancerfund.org/basic-info/bladder-cancer\') + \'\'); return false;\" href=\"http://www.twitter.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img title=\"Twitter!\" alt=\"Twitter!\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/plugins/content/usbp_images/glossy/twitter.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" /></a> <a title=\"Facebook!\" onclick=\"window.open(\'http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'http://americancancerfund.org/basic-info/bladder-cancer\') + \'&amp;t=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'Bladder Cancer\') + \'\'); return false;\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img title=\"Facebook!\" alt=\"Facebook!\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/plugins/content/usbp_images/glossy/facebook.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" /></a> <a title=\"Live!\" onclick=\"window.open(\'https://favorites.live.com/quickadd.aspx?url=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'http://americancancerfund.org/basic-info/bladder-cancer\') + \'&amp;title=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'Bladder Cancer\') + \'\'); return false;\" href=\"https://favorites.live.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img title=\"Live!\" alt=\"Live!\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/plugins/content/usbp_images/glossy/live.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" /></a> <a title=\"Google!\" onclick=\"window.open(\'http://www.google.com/bookmarks/mark?op=edit&amp;bkmk=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'http://americancancerfund.org/basic-info/bladder-cancer\') + \'&amp;title=\' + encodeURIComponent(\'Bladder Cancer\') + \'\'); return false;\" href=\"http://www.google.com/bookmarks/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img title=\"Google!\" alt=\"Google!\" src=\"http://americancancerfund.org/plugins/content/usbp_images/glossy/google.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" /></a>\r\n\r\n</div>','Bladder Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','44-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:33:17','2013-06-24 12:33:17','',44,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/44-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(943,1,'2013-09-03 14:29:18','2013-09-03 18:29:18','<p class=\"ultimatesbplugin_top\"><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">[image url=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cancertypes.jpg\" title=\"Cancer Types\" raw=\"true\" alignment=\"center\" margin_left=\"0\" margin_right=\"0\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\" border=\"smallBorder\" width=\"640\" height=\"229\"]</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"ultimatesbplugin_top\"><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The</span>re are two ma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>types of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Primary bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Metastatic bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts somewhere else<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body and moves to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can be benign, with no<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells, or malignant, with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells that grow quickly. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can cause many symptoms. No one knows<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>exact causes of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors. Doctors can seldom expla<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>why one person develops a bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumor and ano<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r does not.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>- An<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span>troduction</h2>\r\n<p class=\"cpage_body\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span>word</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>refers to changes<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body’s cells that cause<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m to grow out of control.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>se cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowd</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g out normal cells and damag<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>g entire systems of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>body.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"cpage_body\">Reliable L<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>ks for Brain Cancer:</h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Brain+Tumor\">People Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong>\r\n\r\nPeople Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>has become<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span>.net and some of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>simplest Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation can be found here. On<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>left side of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page click on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>Types.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>n scroll down<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>middle of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page to Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor. <span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation written<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span>English and Spanish. Some sections are updated with a date but not all sections are dated.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span>formation is provided by<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>American Society of Cl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>ical Oncology. Get a written diagnosis from your doctor and search on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>terms you are given.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.abta.org\" target=\"_blank\">American Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Association</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong>\r\n\r\nAmerican Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Association offers tumor and treatment publications as well as educational programs.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have good, simple<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation and a primer that is useful. Most<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation is downloadable and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span>booklet format. Site requires registration for updates and access to some material.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y do have an 800 phone number for support and additional<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\">Childhood Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Foundation</a>\r\n<div><strong>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here</strong></div>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div>This is a wonderful resource for any parent deal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with a pediatric bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>or sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>al tumor.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>ir mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>issues fac<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g this devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g diagnosis.</div>\r\n&nbsp;','Brain Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision-v1','','','2013-09-03 14:29:18','2013-09-03 18:29:18','',46,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/09/03/46-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(515,1,'2013-06-24 12:35:56','2013-06-24 12:35:56','<p class=\"ultimatesbplugin_top\"><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The</span>re are two ma<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>types of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span>. Primary bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Metastatic bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>starts somewhere else<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body and moves to<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can be benign, with no<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells, or malignant, with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>cells that grow quickly. Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors can cause many symptoms. No one knows<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>exact causes of bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumors. Doctors can seldom expla<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>why one person develops a bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>tumor and ano<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the</span>r does not.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Understand<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>- An<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span>troduction</h2>\r\n<div class=\"cpage_body\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">The </span>word</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>refers to changes<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>body’s cells that cause<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the</span>m to grow out of control.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>se cells can grow very fast and spread, eventually crowd</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g out normal cells and damag<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>g entire systems of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>body.</span></span></span></span></span></span></div>\r\n<div class=\"cpage_body\"></div>\r\n<h2 class=\"cpage_body\">Reliable L<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>ks:</h2>\r\n<div class=\"cpage_body\"><strong class=\"bbcode bold\"></strong>\r\n<strong class=\"bbcode bold\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Brain+Tumor\"><span><span>People Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></span></a></span></span></strong>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\"><span>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here:</span></em>\r\n<span><span>People Liv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span>has become<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span><span><span>.net and some of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>simplest Bra</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span><span>formation can be found here. On<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>left side of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page click on</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span><span>Types.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>n scroll down</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">the </span>middle of<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>page to Bra</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span><span>Tumor. <span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation written<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span>English and Spanish. Some sections are updated with a date but not all sections are dated.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> In</span><span>formation is provided by<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>American Society of Cl</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>ical Oncology. Get a written diagnosis from your doctor and search on<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>terms you are given.</span></span></span></span></span></span></div>\r\n<p class=\"cpage_body\"><a href=\"http://www.abta.org\" target=\"_blank\"><strong class=\"bbcode bold\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span>American Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Association</span></span></span></strong></a>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\"><span>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here:</span></em>\r\n<span>American Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span><span>Tumor Association offers tumor and treatment publications as well as educational programs.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y have good, simple</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation and a primer that is useful. Most<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation is downloadable and<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in </span><span>booklet format. Site requires registration for updates and access to some material.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y do have an 800 phone number for support and additional</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> in</span>formation.</span></span></span></p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"cpage_body\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"> </span></span></div>\r\n<div class=\"cpage_body\">\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\"><span>Childhood Bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>Tumor Foundation</span></a></strong></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\"><span>What you can f<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>d here: </span></em></div>\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><span>This is a wonderful resource for any parent deal<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g with a pediatric bra<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in </span>or sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>al tumor.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>ir mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastat</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span><span>g disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected.<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> The</span>y provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> the </span>issues fac</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g this devastat<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">in</span>g diagnosis.</span></div>\r\n</div>\r\n<div class=\"ultimatesbplugin_bottom\"></div>','Brain Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:35:56','2013-06-24 12:35:56','',46,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/46-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(517,1,'2013-06-24 12:44:39','2013-06-24 12:44:39','<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Cancer </span><span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">of </span>the cervix</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>the third most common gynecologic</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>in the United St<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tes.</span>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Through effective screening, however, cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span>c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of</span>ten be prevented or detected in its e</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rliest st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ges.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span>Cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span>the e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>siest fem<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>le</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span>to prevent, bec<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>use there</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ccine (the HPV v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ccine)<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>screening test<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble. It<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>lso</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>highly cur<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble when found<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd tre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rly.</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n<span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">Cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>d</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span><span>e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>se in which cells in the body grow out<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>control.</span></span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lw<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ys n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>med for the p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the body where it st</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts, even if it spre<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ds to other body p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ter. When</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span><span>st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rts in the cervix, it</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lled cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l</span></span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer</span><span>. The cervix<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>the lower, n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rrow end<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the uterus.</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> A</span>lso known<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>s the womb, the uterus</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>where<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>b<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>by grows when<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>wom<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span>pregn<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nt. The cervix connects the upper p<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span><span>rt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>the uterus to the v</span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>gin<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a </span>(birth c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l).</span></span></span>\r\n<h2>Reli<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble Links for Cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> Cancer</span></h2>\r\nRe<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>d<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>bout cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t <a href=\"http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/cervicalcancer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\">Medline</a> from the US N<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l Institute<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>He<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lth<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>cert<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>inly worth re<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ding<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>the e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>siest to n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>vig<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>te. Inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble in Engl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd Sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h\r\n\r\n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">A </span>second pl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ce to st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rt your cervic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> cancer </span>educ<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>with th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is </span><a href=\"http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Cervical+Cancer\" target=\"_blank\">overview</a> from the<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> A</span>meric<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n Society<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> of </span>Clinic<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l Oncology. It h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>s good det<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>iled inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion th<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>t<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span>upd<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted regul<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rly<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd d<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ted. Inform<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tion<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>v<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>il<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble in Engl<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd in Sp<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>h.\r\n\r\n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">A</span>nother reli<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ble st<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>rting point<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> is </span><a href=\"http://www.webmd.com/cancer/tc/cervical-cancer-topic-overview\" target=\"_blank\">webmd</a>.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_1X_What_is_cervical_cancer_8.asp\" target=\"_blank\">click here</a> for<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>more<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>dv<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>nced d<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>cussion with<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>n<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tomy overview.\r\n<h3>Free screening progr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>ms</h3>\r\nThe US Center for D<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">is</span>e<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>se Control identifies loc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tions<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>cross the United St<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>tes where uninsured<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a</span>nd under insured wom<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n c<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>n obt<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>in<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>free or low cost P<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>p Test or M<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>mmogr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>m. <a href=\"http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/\" target=\"_blank\">Click here</a> to see if you qu<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>lify. to find<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\"> a </span>loc<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>l progr<span id=\"dtx-highlighting-item\">a</span>m <a href=\"http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dcpc_Programs/default.aspx?NPID=1\">click here</a><a href=\"http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dcpc_Programs/default.aspx?NPID=1\">.</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','Cervical Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','48-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 12:44:39','2013-06-24 12:44:39','',48,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/48-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(946,1,'2013-09-03 14:30:16','2013-09-03 18:30:16','[image url=\"http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cancertypes.jpg\" title=\"Cancer Types\" raw=\"true\" alignment=\"center\" margin_left=\"0\" margin_right=\"0\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\" border=\"smallBorder\" width=\"640\" height=\"229\"]\r\n\r\n<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">“Each School day 46 children are diagnosed with Cancer”</strong> From Candelighters.org\r\n\r\nTypically, the factors that trigger cancer in children are usually not the same factors that may cause cancer in adults. Rarely, there may be an increased risk of childhood cancer in children who have a genetic condition, such as Down syndrome. Children who have had chemotherapy or radiation treatment for a prior cancer episode may also have an increased risk of cancer. In almost all cases, however, childhood cancers arise from non inherited mutations (or changes) in the genes of growing cells.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/youngpeople\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Young People with Cancer – A Handbook For Parents</strong></a>\r\n\r\nIf you are the parent of a child that has just been diagnosed with Cancer, take a look at this downloadable handbook from the National Cancer Institute. According to NCI -\r\n\r\n“This booklet was reviewed by health professionals and, most important, by parents of children with cancer. Although this booklet does not tell you everything about cancer in children, it is a start, and it directs you to other sources of information.”\r\n<h2>Reliable Links</h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.stjude.org/aboutus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\"><strong>St Jude</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nSt. Judes is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility anywhere. Discoveries made here have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Start by clicking on <em class=\"bbcode italic\">‘patients and parents’ </em>then start with disease fact sheets. The data for some diseases is relatively simple and the pages have a date for updates. Some pages are complicated and hard to understand without a lot of previous knowledge. Information at this site is available in both English and Spanish. Interactive links are more sales tools but ok.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.acco.org/Information/AboutChildhoodCancer/TypesofChildhoodCancer.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Childhood Cancer Foundation</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nA very informative site. They have lists of childhood cancer websites that you might find beneficial.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/childhoodcancers\"><strong>National Cancer Institute</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nThis is the US Government site and they have information about Childhood Brain tumors and Acute Myeloid <a id=\"_GPLITA_0\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Leukemia treatments</a>. Also available is information related to genetics and Clinical Trials. Information is available in English and Spanish; at the top of the page on the right side you can specify the language you want.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\">Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation</a></strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\"></em>This is a wonderful resource for any parent dealing with a pediatric brain or spinal tumor. Their mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastating disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected. They provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all the issues facing this devastating diagnosis.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.ctf.org/\">Childrens Tumor Foundation</a></strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This is more of a specialized site for neurofibromatoses (NF). Their stated mission is (in part) to support persons with NF, their families and caregivers by providing thorough, accurate, current and readily accessible information. If your child was diagnosed with NF this is a reliable resource that you must use.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http://www.cancerindex.org/ccw/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Children’s Cancer Web</strong></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We think this is a British site. Some words are spelled using the British spelling. There is some simple, basic information on this site. Pages are dated with last update. Most pages are dated 2003 or earlier. There are still some useful International links.</p>','Childhood Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','49-revision-v1','','','2013-09-03 14:30:16','2013-09-03 18:30:16','',49,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/09/03/49-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(618,1,'2013-06-24 16:45:50','2013-06-24 16:45:50','<strong class=\"bbcode bold\">“Each School day 46 children are diagnosed with Cancer”</strong> From Candelighters.org\r\n\r\nTypically, the factors that trigger cancer in children are usually not the same factors that may cause cancer in adults. Rarely, there may be an increased risk of childhood cancer in children who have a genetic condition, such as Down syndrome. Children who have had chemotherapy or radiation treatment for a prior cancer episode may also have an increased risk of cancer. In almost all cases, however, childhood cancers arise from non inherited mutations (or changes) in the genes of growing cells.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/youngpeople\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Young People with Cancer – A Handbook For Parents</strong></a>\r\n\r\nIf you are the parent of a child that has just been diagnosed with Cancer, take a look at this downloadable handbook from the National Cancer Institute. According to NCI -\r\n\r\n“This booklet was reviewed by health professionals and, most important, by parents of children with cancer. Although this booklet does not tell you everything about cancer in children, it is a start, and it directs you to other sources of information.”\r\n<h2>Reliable Links</h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.stjude.org/aboutus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external\"><strong>St Jude</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nSt. Judes is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility anywhere. Discoveries made here have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Start by clicking on <em class=\"bbcode italic\">‘patients and parents’ </em>then start with disease fact sheets. The data for some diseases is relatively simple and the pages have a date for updates. Some pages are complicated and hard to understand without a lot of previous knowledge. Information at this site is available in both English and Spanish. Interactive links are more sales tools but ok.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.acco.org/Information/AboutChildhoodCancer/TypesofChildhoodCancer.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Childhood Cancer Foundation</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nA very informative site. They have lists of childhood cancer websites that you might find beneficial.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/childhoodcancers\"><strong>National Cancer Institute</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>What you can find here</strong>\r\n\r\nThis is the US Government site and they have information about Childhood Brain tumors and Acute Myeloid <a id=\"_GPLITA_0\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Powered by Text-Enhance\" href=\"#\">Leukemia treatments</a>. Also available is information related to genetics and Clinical Trials. Information is available in English and Spanish; at the top of the page on the right side you can specify the language you want.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.cbtf.org/\">Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation</a></strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em class=\"bbcode italic\"></em>This is a wonderful resource for any parent dealing with a pediatric brain or spinal tumor. Their mission is to raise funds for scientific research; heighten public awareness of this most devastating disease; and improve prognosis and quality of life for those that are affected. They provide social and support services worldwide and help you deal with all the issues facing this devastating diagnosis.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"http://www.ctf.org/\">Childrens Tumor Foundation</a></strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This is more of a specialized site for neurofibromatoses (NF). Their stated mission is (in part) to support persons with NF, their families and caregivers by providing thorough, accurate, current and readily accessible information. If your child was diagnosed with NF this is a reliable resource that you must use.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http://www.cancerindex.org/ccw/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Children’s Cancer Web</strong></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>What you can find here</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We think this is a British site. Some words are spelled using the British spelling. There is some simple, basic information on this site. Pages are dated with last update. Most pages are dated 2003 or earlier. There are still some useful International links.</p>','Childhood Cancer','','inherit','open','open','','49-revision-v1','','','2013-06-24 16:45:50','2013-06-24 16:45:50','',49,'http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/2013/06/24/49-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),