Leukemia - Associated Content

New Cases of Cancer No Longer Increasing in the US

Robert Besser — Tue, 13 Dec 2005 14:21:00 EDT

While cancer remains a leading cause of death among Americans, a newly released report shows increased awareness on the part of doctors and patients is having promising results.

Content Producer: Robert Besser
Published: Dec 13, 2005

Awareness Raises Pancreatic Cancer Hopes

Terri Rimmer — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 13:36:00 EDT

Across the nation researchers are investigating cutting-edge technologies and therapies that make pancreatic cancer survival more realistic and focusing exclusively on gastrointestinal and pancreatic disease.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Jul 10, 2006

Symptoms of Cancer

Linda M. McCloud — Wed, 15 Feb 2006 10:36:00 EDT

Early detection is the key to fighting cancer. If you have any symptoms that may indicate you have cancer, especially if you are in a high risk group, you need to go to your doctor immediately.

Content Producer: Linda M. McCloud
Published: Feb 15, 2006

Electric Foods Can Cure AIDS Asthma Cancer Diabetes Leukemia and Other Conditions

Summer Banks — Tue, 22 May 2007 11:50:00 EDT

Cures for AIDS, asthma, impotence, cancer, diabetes, leukemia and countless other medical conditions are only a plane ride away.

Content Producer: Summer Banks
Published: May 22, 2007

Leukemia The Facts

Mike Stufano — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 16:59:00 EDT

Leukemia. Most people have heard of it or maybe known somebody that has it. Now you should take the time to understand it.

Content Producer: Mike Stufano
Published: Jan 08, 2007

Feline Leukemia Virus Is Your Cat at Risk

Julie Lind — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:18:00 EDT

Cat owners need to be aware that Feline Leukemia Virus is the leading cause of death caused by infectious disease.

Content Producer: Julie Lind
Published: Oct 23, 2007

Helping Your Child Cope with Leukemia

Steve Thompson — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 09:19:00 EDT

Learning that your child has been diagnosed with leukemia is every parent's worst nightmare. Try to put your own fears aside, however, and start helping your child cope with leukemia. Many children are able to understand the specifics of their disease.

Content Producer: Steve Thompson
Published: Mar 21, 2007

What is Leukemia

klw08 — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 08:56:00 EDT

This article focuses on the definition and description of the cancer leukemia and its major classifications, what it affects, whom it affects, and suspected causes of the disease.

Content Producer: klw08
Published: Feb 13, 2007

Understanding Leukemia

Tabetha Kraeutner — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 09:24:00 EDT

Reviews the basics of Leukemia. This basically outlines Leukemia in easy to understand terms. Also talks about a few of the treatments available for leukemia. This paper is in speech format.

Content Producer: Tabetha Kraeutner
Published: Sep 29, 2006

Type of Leukemia Can Be Cured with Imatinib

M.S.Medina — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:29:00 EDT

C.M.L is a quickly growing cancer that originates in the bone marrow and then moves quickly into the blood.

Content Producer: M.S.Medina
Published: Oct 04, 2007

Long Term Side Effects of Leukemia Treatment

Mr. Pepper — Mon, 14 May 2007 09:09:00 EDT

Between 1996 and 2002, 49 percent of people diagnosed with leukemia lived for at least five years after their diagnosis. Even though this is much higher than the 14 percent survival rate between 1960 and 1963, surviving the cancer is not the end of their problems

Content Producer: Mr. Pepper
Published: May 14, 2007

For a Young Boy the Diagnosis is Leukemia

The Face — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 22:54:00 EDT

My own experience as a twelve year old being diagnosed with a life-threatening cancer.

Content Producer: The Face
Published: Jul 25, 2007

Childhood Leukemia Should Your Child Participate in a Clinical Trial

momwifewriter — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 13:32:00 EDT

Parents of children with leukemia need to be well informed about the risks and benefits of participating in clinical trials. Parents shouldn't be afraid of asking questions. There are several resources to turn to for assistance and information about clinical trials.

Content Producer: momwifewriter
Published: Jan 30, 2007

Researchers Validate Efficiency of Leukemia Drug Gleevec

Regina Sass — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 14:49:00 EDT

An international team of researchers from the U.S. and Europe, have finished a study of the drug Gleevec and report that it is both safe and effective for patients who have the advanced form of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) in the long run.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Nov 08, 2007

What Causes Leukemia

Nila Andreas — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:52:00 EDT

Learn all about the risk factors you need to watch for in order to avoid leukemia.

Content Producer: Nila Andreas
Published: Aug 06, 2007

Family Comes TogetherYoung Boy Battles Leukemia

Michael Kantman — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 17:06:00 EDT

This story ( a shorter version) was published in a newspaper here in Yakima, Washington. It is the story of a family coming together to help a young boy battles leukemia

Content Producer: Michael Kantman
Published: Aug 24, 2006

Feline Leukemia Virus

Writing4you — Fri, 21 Jul 2006 07:58:00 EDT

Feline leukemia virus is a disease that affects three percent of cats in America. While rare, it is easily spread between cats, and owners need to be aware of the symptoms to keep it from spreading. Here is some information about this dangerous disease.

Content Producer: Writing4you
Published: Jul 21, 2006

Learn a Little Leukemia

MJ Campbell — Sat, 01 Oct 2005 19:29:00 EDT

At my initial leukemia diagnosis, I knew next to nothing and was terrified. Now I just want to share what I've learned with others who might someday find themself in that place. Here are the basics on leukemia. And for the record, it is survivable!

Content Producer: MJ Campbell
Published: Oct 01, 2005

Benzene Lawsuit Settlements Are You Entitled to Compensation for Leukemia or Anemia

Bartleby — Tue, 30 May 2006 11:15:00 EDT

Despite reductions in industrial use, benzene remains a toxic agent at many job sites. Because high concentrations of benzene are linked to leukemia and blood disorders, benzene lawsuit settlements may be an option for financial recovery among victims.

Content Producer: Bartleby
Published: May 30, 2006

Smoking and Leukemia

Pratanu Banerjee — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 04:14:00 EDT

smoking

Content Producer: Pratanu Banerjee
Published: Aug 18, 2006

How Chemotherapy and Leukemia Changed My Life

Faith Eversole — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 21:28:00 EDT

He swears the whole thing had to have been more difficult on me, watching my beloved spouse go through all of this, than it was on him. So, let's take a look back to the beginning and I'll tell the story from my point of view.

Content Producer: Faith Eversole
Published: Feb 14, 2007

Never Neglect Subtle Symptoms of Leukemia

Socialite — Thu, 29 May 2008 09:12:28 EDT

People generally try to avoid extensive, painful and expensive medical tests of leukemia and try to overlook these recurrent mild symptoms. As a result leukemia goes undiagnosed for several years and keep getting worse.

Content Producer: Socialite
Published: May 29, 2008

Combination Therapy Improves Survival of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Patients

Regina Sass — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 08:36:15 EDT

Patients who had a relapse of chronic lymphocytic leukemia, responded better to combination therapy with the drug oblimersen and chemotherapy and had a significantly longer survival rate than those who only received chemotherapy.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Dec 10, 2007

Advances in Treatment of NonResponsive Leukemia Fludarabine Phosphate Injections

Christine Cadena — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 08:32:00 EDT

When treating for leukemia, many patients experience a degree of non-responsive therapy. The FDA has now approved Fludarabine Phosphate as an option for these leukemia patients.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Oct 02, 2007

Arsenic Miracle Aid in the Fight Against Leukemia

Lorraine Hayden — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 15:58:00 EDT

Today, Reuters is reporting that arsenic can extend the survival in patients who suffer from a rare form leukemia.

Content Producer: Lorraine Hayden
Published: Jun 02, 2007

Hairy Cell Leukemia Slow Growing Cancer

Charlene Collins — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 09:23:00 EDT

This article is about a slow growing cancer of the blood called hairy cell leukemia.

Content Producer: Charlene Collins
Published: Jun 05, 2007

Healed from Leukemia Miracles Do Still Happen

Cristina Santander — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 11:15:00 EDT

It is a story of one woman's life and death bout with leukemia and how God carried her through and perform miracle on her behalf.

Content Producer: Cristina Santander
Published: Oct 01, 2007

Novel Diagnostic Test for Acute Myeloid Leukemia Has Been Developed

R.B. — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 19:27:00 EDT

A new test has been developed for the detection and stratification of patients that suffer a lethal form of cancer know as Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

Content Producer: R.B.
Published: Aug 09, 2007

My Personal Experience with Leukemia

Alena Chauntee — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:21:00 EDT

As a child growing up cancer wasn't talked about. I had never really thought about or heard about death.

Content Producer: Alena Chauntee
Published: Jul 18, 2007

Cephalon Receives FDA Approval for TREANDA a Novel Chemotherapy for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

MultiVu Video — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 09:50:44 EDT

Frazer, PA - March 20, 2008 /PRNewswire-Cephalon, Inc. (Nasdaq: CEPH) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved TREANDA® (bendamustine hydrochloride) for Injection for the treatment of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), a slowly progressing blood and bone marrow disease. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 15,000 new cases of this rare disease will be diagnosed in the United States this year. The TREANDA application as a CLL treatment received priority review from the FDA and was approved within six months of the September 2007 submission. Cephalon anticipates that TREANDA will be available to physicians and patients as a CLL treatment in the United States in April 2008.

Content Producer: MultiVu Video
Published: Apr 01, 2008

Leukemia Lymphoma Society Collects 52 Million in Spare Change

JulieAnn — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:45:00 EDT

The next time your kids ask for your spare change, think about this.

Content Producer: JulieAnn
Published: Jul 17, 2007

Differences Between Anemia and Leukemia

Ashley B — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:46:00 EDT

There are many differences between Anemia's and Leukemia's.

Content Producer: Ashley B
Published: Jul 16, 2007

Popular Chemotherapy Drug Dexamethasone Causes Loss of Sleep in Leukemia Patients

Regina Sass — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 13:40:00 EDT

While dexamethasone is one of the most courses of treatment for ALL, it was also responsible for many side effects. Based on these results, the team designed the present study to determine once and for all if there was a direct link between the drug and the side effects.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Nov 05, 2007

Leukemia Patient Gets Help from Another Country

Terri Rimmer — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 08:30:00 EDT

Pat Flanders hosted a "Welcome to Texas" barbecue in June at her home for some very special visitors, said Angie Summers.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Jul 25, 2006

Facing Luekemia Cancer of the Blood

robritt — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 09:18:00 EDT

Leukemia is cancer of the blood and bone. What you need to know if you have been diagnosed, what treatment is there, and what is your prognosis for the future.

Content Producer: robritt
Published: Oct 28, 2007

BreastFeeding Better for Baby and Mother Than Bottle Formula May Prevent Cancer Increase IQ

Jennifer Shipon — Fri, 23 Jun 2006 06:09:00 EDT

Whether to breast-feed or go the bottle route has long been one of a mother's crucial choices in raising her newborn child. Both options seemed equally healthy - until now.

Content Producer: Jennifer Shipon
Published: Jun 23, 2006

Avoiding Drug Resistance in Stem Cell Cancer Treatment

Christine Cadena — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 10:41:29 EDT

If you suffer from a stem cell cancer, such as chronic myeloid leukemia, it is important to understand the risks associated with drug resistance.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 31, 2007

Cancer and Surviving 5 Years and Still Kicking

Thomas Beckham — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:32:00 EDT

My experience with leukemia and the road it took me down.

Content Producer: Thomas Beckham
Published: Nov 15, 2007

What You Need to Know About the Feline Leukemia Virus

Iza Kufit — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 08:22:00 EDT

This is a virus which is transmitted throughout the cat population by infected saliva, nasal discharge, and urine.

Content Producer: Iza Kufit
Published: Aug 22, 2007

Lunch for Leukemia Fundraising Event

Fatimah — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:35:00 EDT

Great cause, great fun, great idea!

Content Producer: Fatimah
Published: Oct 03, 2007

Helping Cancer Patients in the Wake of Hurricane Katrina

Terri Rimmer — Mon, 03 Oct 2005 23:18:00 EDT

As a result of Hurricane Katrina and her aftermath it is vital that the needs of cancer patients and their displaced loved ones are addressed immediately. Numerous agencies are reaching out to help.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Oct 03, 2005

Cancer of the Penis Is it Possible

MJ Campbell — Tue, 01 Nov 2005 09:24:00 EDT

The word "cancer" comes up almost as often as "flu" in today's society, but how often have you heard of someone diagnosed with penile cancer? Is this because men don't talk about it or is it not happening?

Content Producer: MJ Campbell
Published: Nov 01, 2005

Formaldehyde in Household Products

Emma S. — Sun, 11 Sep 2005 18:29:00 EDT

With the formulation of new products seemingly every day we risk exposure to new chemicals and new combinations of chemicals found in most of today's handy products.

Content Producer: Emma S.
Published: Sep 11, 2005

Donations to Charity are Great Gifts That Keep on Giving

Rachel Pickett — Wed, 04 Jan 2006 17:50:00 EDT

Buy gifts for family and friends, while donating to a good cause.

Content Producer: Rachel Pickett
Published: Jan 04, 2006

Mumps Viral Disease

travels — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 16:13:00 EDT

Mumps is viral disease, infection of the salivary glands caused by a virus, contracted from one person to another by coughing /sneezing. Vaccination for the prevention of the mumps / combination of a vaccine. Methods to treat mumps but without aspirin.

Content Producer: travels
Published: Apr 27, 2006

An Argument for the Use of Adult StemCells

Adam Doran — Tue, 24 May 2005 12:17:00 EDT

There are two opposing standpoints on the use of embryonic stem cells for research and other medical purposes. I will argue that embryonic stem cell research is immoral on the ground that it requires the unwarranted destruction of a human life.

Content Producer: Adam Doran
Published: May 24, 2005

Smoking Embalming Fluid

Celin Childs — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 16:24:00 EDT

Embalming fluid is a substance used to preserve the dead; so why is the living insisting on smoking it?

Content Producer: Celin Childs
Published: Jul 05, 2006

Smoking in America

Tabitha Rodriguez — Mon, 27 Feb 2006 15:49:00 EDT

This article proves and provides information about smoking and it's addiction, also providing information on the effects of our health and the health of our children when subject to prolonged second hand smoke.

Content Producer: Tabitha Rodriguez
Published: Feb 27, 2006

What You Need to Know About Cancer Fraud

Steve Thompson — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 21:44:00 EDT

Have you ever heard about a neighbor who needs money to pay for her cancer treatment? Or about a poor child in Nigeria who needs medical help? Cancer fraud has taken a seriously nasty turn here in the U.S. -- here's what you need to know.

Content Producer: Steve Thompson
Published: Apr 28, 2007

FDA Releases New Treatment Against Leukemia

Jane Patrick — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 17:40:00 EDT

According to the FDA, the treatment Tasigna (nilotinib) has been approved and released for use with Philadelphia chromosome positive chronic myeloid leukemia or CML.

Content Producer: Jane Patrick
Published: Oct 31, 2007

Fatigue Major Side Effect of AntiLeukemia Drug Dexamethasone

Kay Jones — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 11:07:00 EDT

New research from St. Judes found that an anti-leukemia drug called dexamethasone increases tiredness in children who are using the drug. However, researchers hope that by altering how the drug is administered, these symptoms can be minimized.

Content Producer: Kay Jones
Published: Nov 02, 2007

Feline Leukemia Virus The Greatest Threat to Your Cats Health

Anarch — Mon, 27 Jun 2005 22:36:00 EDT

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is responsible for more deaths among adult cats than any other infectious disease. Learn more about this deadly disease and protect your cat's health.

Content Producer: Anarch
Published: Jun 27, 2005

Pancreatitis Risk in Leukemia Patients Using Elspar

Christine Cadena — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 09:42:02 EDT

For children diagnosed with leukemia, the use of Elspar may pose a risk in cases of pre-existing pancreatitis

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Jan 15, 2008

Florida Couple Trains for 109Mile Bike Ride for Leukemia Research

Lynn Smythe — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 10:34:00 EDT

Press release for a couple participating in a charity bike ride in support of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Content Producer: Lynn Smythe
Published: Sep 21, 2007

Michigan Motorcycles Hit the Road to Raise Money for the Childrens Leukemia Foundation

Rachel Krech — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 11:03:00 EDT

This weekend, hundreds of choppers will ride to raise money for Leukemia awareness and research.

Content Producer: Rachel Krech
Published: Aug 23, 2007

Does Your Cat Have Feline Leukemia

Kelly Fleming — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 14:29:00 EDT

Feline Leukemia is a very deadly killer to your cat. This is an incurable virus, one not to take lightly. This virus is responsible for more deaths of cats in the world than any other disease, condition or infection out there today.

Content Producer: Kelly Fleming
Published: Sep 19, 2007

Feline Leukemia Protect Your Cat from This Prevelent Deadly Disease

Michelle Mahl — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 21:01:00 EDT

Even seemingly healthy cats can carry a nasty, incurable, and highly contagious virus known as Feline Leukemia. Is your cat protected?

Content Producer: Michelle Mahl
Published: Aug 23, 2006

Boy with Leukemia Auctioned Advertising Space on His Head

Heather Lynn — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 15:02:00 EDT

Eleven-year-old Pat Pedraja has Leukemia and a dream. He plans to raise money for people who need bone marrow transplants

Content Producer: Heather Lynn
Published: Nov 30, 2006

Feline Leukemia Before Acquiring a Cat

Christine Cadena — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 14:40:00 EDT

For families seeking to own a cat, understanding the various health implications is vitally important to ensuring the longevity health of the cat. This is an overview of a common cat disease, feline leukemia.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Nov 13, 2006

Study Umbilical Cord Blood Offers New Hope for Children with Leukemia

Sussy — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 11:25:00 EDT

Children with advanced leukemia now have another -- and possibly better -- treatment option, according to a just-released study that found umbilical cord blood to be as effective as bone marrow.

Content Producer: Sussy
Published: Jun 08, 2007

Leukemia Vs Cholesterol Medicine

ginny1 — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 13:23:00 EDT

This is an article about the long term effects of cholesterol medicine as it relates to leukemia.

Content Producer: ginny1
Published: Mar 21, 2007

My Experience with Feline Leukemia

whitetigress — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:47:00 EDT

I have been rescuing stray cats for as long as I can remember. I probably started bringing them home when I was around eight years old. My mom would always shake her head and say, "Another one?"

Content Producer: whitetigress
Published: May 11, 2007

Effi Barry Washington DCs Former First Lady Dies After a Lengthy Battle with Leukemia

JC Lamkin — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 23:20:00 EDT

Effi Barry will be honored post-humously at the National Congress of Black Women's Twenty-Third Annual Awards Brunch Sunday, September 30, 2007 10:00 A.M. at the JW Marriott Hotel, Washington, DC.

Content Producer: JC Lamkin
Published: Sep 06, 2007

Esprit De Corps and 1029 The Point Host the 3rd Annual 80s Party

Marcie Peters — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 12:21:00 EDT

JACKSONVILLE - Esprit de Corps (EDC), one of Jacksonville's leading volunteer and young professionals' organizations, is again partnering with 102.9 The Point, to support the North Florida Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society / Team in Training.

Content Producer: Marcie Peters
Published: Jun 26, 2006

For Leukemia Survivor Who Inspired Me

'Chelle Baxter — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 08:42:00 EDT

Thank you for inspiration

Content Producer: 'Chelle Baxter
Published: Nov 06, 2007

The Little Skyscraper

Daniel James Silver — Fri, 07 Apr 2006 18:15:00 EDT

A little girl with leukemia struggles for life, as her mother struggles with questions about God and mercy.

Content Producer: Daniel James Silver
Published: Apr 07, 2006

Medical Marijuana Legislation Why it Should Matter to You

MJ Campbell — Mon, 07 Nov 2005 15:37:00 EDT

I am a leukemia survivor who did two years of chemotherapy as a medical marijuana practitioner. I'm not looking to argue, just to share my experience in hopes that people might pause a moment to reconsider their stance, maybe even change their mind.

Content Producer: MJ Campbell
Published: Nov 07, 2005

Michael Brecker Dies at 57

JMR — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 07:48:00 EDT

Michael Brecker, the accomplished jazz musician with 11 Grammys to his name, died from a rare bone marrow disease early Sunday morning. He was 57.

Content Producer: JMR
Published: Jan 15, 2007

Bill Walsh Inventor of the West Coast Offense Dies at 75

Sports Writer, Inc. — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 20:23:00 EDT

Bill Walsh died from leukemia today at the age of 75. Walsh was the originator of the "west coast" offense in the NFL and coached the San Francisco 49ers to six division titles and three super bowl victories.

Content Producer: Sports Writer, Inc.
Published: Jul 30, 2007

Five Causes of Feline Renal Failure

D Swain — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 08:22:00 EDT

Feline renal failure is one of the most common health problems found in cats. It is the second leading cause of death behind feline leukemia virus. This condition can be caused by numerous things. This article will...

Content Producer: D Swain
Published: Jul 24, 2007

Herbs Lower Blood Pressure Get Rid of the Flu and Treat Arthritis with Astragalus

Luke M. — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 18:22:00 EDT

Astragalus is helpful in the treatment of many diseases and disorders, including arthritis, leukemia and malaria

Content Producer: Luke M.
Published: Jul 22, 2007

The Advantages of Cord Blood Transplants Over Bone Marrow

Venice Kichura — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 09:01:00 EDT

If you've ever known someone with leukemia who's had to wait for a bone marrow transplant, you know how agonizing the waiting was for not only the leukemia patient, but also for his family and friends.

Content Producer: Venice Kichura
Published: Oct 11, 2007

The Healing Power of Red Beets

Rachel Madorsky — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 13:11:55 EDT

The medicinal value of beets was used by such well-known doctors of the distant past as Avicenna, Hypocrite, Paracelsus,and Galen. Doctors of Ancient Greece used beet juice to cure fevers, anemia, leukemia, and diseases of the digestive and lymphatic systems.

Content Producer: Rachel Madorsky
Published: Jan 04, 2008

Mainstreaming the Leukemic Child

Clari Ng — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:48:19 EDT

At one time, a diagnosis of leukemia inevitably meant death for a child.

Content Producer: Clari Ng
Published: Sep 18, 2008

Do Hot Dogs Have Any Nutritional Value

Pat Lunsford — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:08:53 EDT

According to three recent studies, hot dogs pose a risk for cancer in children. The study indicated that a child who consumes twelve hot dogs a month has nine times the risk of contracting childhood leukemia.

Content Producer: Pat Lunsford
Published: Jul 03, 2008

Hylen Souders Students See How Pennies Can Add Up

A.D. Ranalli — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 11:16:24 EDT

Hylen Souders Elementary students are having a fundraiser benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Content Producer: A.D. Ranalli
Published: Feb 07, 2008

For Leukemia Survivor in Remission

'Chelle Baxter — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 08:39:00 EDT

congratulations video

Content Producer: 'Chelle Baxter
Published: Nov 06, 2007

Ill Take Aspartame in My Coffee Hold the Sugar

Venice Kichura — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 09:23:00 EDT

The artificial sweetener known aspartame made the news, again, this week. Italian researchers have recently published another "new" study revealing aspartame might cause leukemia, lymphoma, and breast cancer in rats.

Content Producer: Venice Kichura
Published: Jul 05, 2007

Ed Bradley Dead at Age 65

Paula Neal Mooney — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 12:12:00 EDT

The world has lost an "intelligent, smooth, cool, a great reporter, beloved and respected by all his colleagues here at CBS News," said CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Katie Couric about Ed Bradley.

Content Producer: Paula Neal Mooney
Published: Nov 09, 2006

BREAKING NEWS News Anchor Ed Bradley Dies at Age 65

Mike Street — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 10:42:00 EDT

"60 Minutes" news anchor Ed Bradley lost his battle with Leukemia this morning at New York's Mount Sinai Hospital.

Content Producer: Mike Street
Published: Nov 09, 2006

Sites Help Patients and Families Stay Connected

Terri Rimmer — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 17:35:00 EDT

During her illness, a website helped the late Susan Butcher keep friends up to date on her leukemia condition.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Sep 28, 2006

Drug Combination Studied In Leukemias

Terri Rimmer — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 14:22:00 EDT

Cancer researchers are conducting a clinical trial to study a combination of drugs they hope will provide a less toxic and more effective alternative for patients with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Dec 12, 2006

What Rare Disease Killed the Man Responsible for All the Troubles in Maine

Max O' Well — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 14:59:00 EDT

Each year a rare disease that is not all that rare ends the lives of thousands of America old adults and young children. Leukemia is an equal opportunity disease.

Content Producer: Max O' Well
Published: Jan 01, 2007

By Bike and on Foot Couple Battles Wifes Lymphoma

Terri Rimmer — Sat, 26 May 2007 19:32:00 EDT

One daring duo ventured outdoors to help battle the wife's disease by participating in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program for a 100-mile bike ride.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: May 26, 2007

MakeAWish Foundation of Michigan Grants 5000th Wish A Tree House for Alan

Nannette Richford — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 21:29:00 EDT

Alan Kasten, a 9 year old with Leukemia will be the proud recipient of a very special tree fort courtesy of the Michigan Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Make-A-Wish foundation is a nonprofit organization that grants wishes to children who have life threatening illnesses.

Content Producer: Nannette Richford
Published: Apr 29, 2007

Real World Example of Training What to Expect

JD Ramos — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 22:40:00 EDT

I was thoroughly impressed with the facilities that the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society used for training. It was able to be changed due to the various types of training that they wanted to use.

Content Producer: JD Ramos
Published: Mar 09, 2007

Oncaspar An Overview of a Unique Chemotherapy Treatment

Christine Cadena — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 20:19:00 EDT

Suffering through the treatment of leukemia is often debilitating. When cancer patients suffer hypersensitivity to the chemotherapy, Oncaspar may be used as an alternative or in combination with other treatments.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Sep 26, 2006

Blood Drive to Honor Westerman

Corey Sipe — Sat, 14 Oct 2006 09:11:00 EDT

Essex resident Rich Westerman thought about donating blood but never made it to a blood drive. However, now after fighting a battle with Leukemia, Westerman is encouraging those living in and around Westbrook to donate blood

Content Producer: Corey Sipe
Published: Oct 14, 2006

Understanding Bloom Syndrome

Cary Stuart — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 00:07:00 EDT

Bloom Syndrome is a rare disease that is passed on to children genetically. It appears primarily in children who have Eastern European Ashkenazi ancestry...

Content Producer: Cary Stuart
Published: Nov 27, 2005

Access Denied Health Care for Everyone

Lauriel — Tue, 11 Oct 2005 12:26:00 EDT

Health insurance is a major issue in America today because there are many people who don't have it. According to Chronicle Research, about 45 million people lack coverage ("In Critical", par.11).

Content Producer: Lauriel
Published: Oct 11, 2005

The Symptoms of Hodgkins Disease and How it is Treated

MJ Campbell — Sat, 22 Oct 2005 16:08:00 EDT

Hodgkin's disease is one of several possible causes of swollen lymph nodes. Many symptoms of lymphomas may be caused by other conditions and do not necessarily indicate cancer.

Content Producer: MJ Campbell
Published: Oct 22, 2005

Cord Blood Stem Cells Save Lives

travels — Wed, 14 Dec 2005 18:46:00 EDT

Cord blood contains stem cells, used to save a life. Stem cells stored at a blood bank, under guidance of recommended procedures. Stem cells are transfused into a patient: travels to bone marrow were they multiply & regenerate.

Content Producer: travels
Published: Dec 14, 2005

Bio of Curt Gowdy Americas Greatest Sports Announcer

Prinalgin — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 22:36:00 EDT

Curt Gowdy was this country's sports voice on radio and television for over fifty years. This article relates how he got his start, and his legendary career.

Content Producer: Prinalgin
Published: Mar 21, 2006

Remembering Kirby Puckett One of Sports Most Beloved Athletes

Stephen Silver — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 17:08:00 EDT

An obituary of Kirby Puckett, the most popular and famous athlete in Minnesota history.

Content Producer: Stephen Silver
Published: Mar 21, 2006

Good Night and God Bless Red Skelton

Kassidy Emmerson — Wed, 29 Mar 2006 19:15:00 EDT

It was before my time, but The Red Skelton Show was a popular TV hit for two decades. Find out about the man, his career, and his personal life by reading this interesting article!

Content Producer: Kassidy Emmerson
Published: Mar 29, 2006

Placido DomingoThe Spanish Impresario

Candida Bohnne-Eittreim — Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:43:00 EDT

Placido Dominguez is one of the most gifted tenors of the 20th century and one of the most significant contributors to the music world.

Content Producer: Candida Bohnne-Eittreim
Published: Apr 14, 2006

Get Protection from the Influenza Virus Every Year

MJ Campbell — Mon, 07 Nov 2005 15:16:00 EDT

Every year in the United States approximately 36,000 people die an influenza-related death. Of the 5% to 20% of the population that gets the flu, more than 200,000 people end up in the hospital because of complications associated with the virus.

Content Producer: MJ Campbell
Published: Nov 07, 2005

Canon Supports Relief Efforts for Hurricane Katrina Disaster

Terri Rimmer — Wed, 02 Nov 2005 10:37:00 EDT

The Canon Group has announced a $1 million contribution to the American Red Cross in support of relief efforts for victims of the devastation caused by the recent hurricane which struck the Gulf Coast Aug. 29th.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Nov 02, 2005

Myths About Mental Illness Why Cant They Understand

Susan Rand — Wed, 22 Jun 2005 17:53:00 EDT

The myths of mental illness, that mentally ill people are unkempt, unpredictable, violent and dangerous, the results of these myths, the stigma and how we can take a step toward a new attitude.

Content Producer: Susan Rand
Published: Jun 22, 2005

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

The Jay — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 00:00:00 EDT

A review of the new hygiene challenged, tweener girlpower flick The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

Content Producer: The Jay
Published: Jun 15, 2005