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Battle with cancer is over for Springfield's Drew Lewis
SPRINGFIELD -- A man from Springfield whose fight against cancer inspired a benefit concert by singer Sheryl Crow has died. Drew Lewis passed away on Saturday at home surrounded by friends and family. Drew's battle against colon cancer brought local...
Tags: Colonoscopy, Human Interest
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Springfield's Drew Lewis loses battle with cancer
mpettit@kspr.com; lpozen@kspr.comAndrew Lewis, born July 26, 1967 died today, at home, surrounded by dear friends and family. Drew’s battle against colon cancer brought local attention to the importance of early detection. The Springfield man who's battle with colon cancer inspired... -
Harris Bank to pay $400K to settle 2012 suit by disabled workers
Tribune reporterBMO Harris Bank will pay $400,000 to 14 former workers to resolve a disability lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC, which enforces federal laws against job discrimination, had alleged in a lawsuit filed in...Tags: Laws, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Employment Opportunities, Trials, Justice System
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Cancer Institute provides new aid to locals
Staff WriterBRAWLEY — Local residents suffering from cancer no longer have to travel far for treatment, as the Cancer Institute at the Pioneers Memorial Hospital has begun accepting patients. The state-of-the-art center provides a full range of medical...Tags: Breast Cancer, Oncology, Hospitals and Clinics, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer
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Corrections and clarifications for Thursday, May 16, 2013
•A story Wednesday about Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy incorrectly stated that the procedure reduces the risk of ovarian cancer. •In a graphic about Medicaid expansion in Sunday's Nation & World section, the charts showing death rates...Tags: Ovarian Cancer, Mastectomy, Angelina Jolie
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Northwestern University invests in early-stage cancer clinical trials
Northwestern University is investing $10 million in an initiative that aims to enroll more patients with advanced and hard-to-treat cancers in early-stage clinical trials. The university, which plans to announce the new institute this week, said it...
Tags: Northwestern University, Litigation, Chemical Industry, Science and Technology, Renal cell carcinoma
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AutoNation joins racing champ Hunter-Reay to raise at least $1 million to help fight cancer
Fresh from launching its name coast-to-coast, AutoNation is starting its first nationwide drive for charity: a push to fight cancer, working with South Florida's IndyCar champion Ryan Hunter-Reay. The Fort Lauderdale-based auto retailer will...
Tags: St. Petersburg (Pinellas, Florida), AutoNation, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Cleveland Clinic, Weston (Broward, Florida)
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What is a BRCA mutation?
BRCA1 and BRCA2 stand for breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 and breast cancer susceptibility gene 2. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes that are part of a class known as tumor suppressors, according to the National Cancer Institute. BRCA genes are found in males...Tags: Skin Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Breast Cancer, Health Organizations, Stomach Cancer
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FACTBOX-Celebrities with breast cancer
ReutersMay 14 (Reuters) - Here is a look at some female celebrities who have suffered breast cancer after Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie revealed on Tuesday she underwent a preventive double mastectomy to reduce the risk of breast cancer: SHERYL CROW: -...Tags: Robin Roberts, Cancer, Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Susan G. Komen for the Cure
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Strong arguments for weight training
As they get older, many adults grow more susceptible to a number of health conditions. These can include weight gain, muscle and bone loss, hypertension, generalized inflammation, loss of stability and coordination, lower back pain, type 2 diabetes,...
Tags: Arthritis, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Education
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Jackson Lab, Children's Medical Center, Hartford Hospital Collaborate On New Cancer Treatment
The Hartford CourantConnecticut cancer patients will participate in a clinical trial in which researchers extract tumor cells, graft them onto mice, and then use the mice as patient avatars so scientists can develop treatment tailored to the individual. The venture into...Tags: Hartford Hospital, Hartford (Hartford, Connecticut), Chemical Industry, Science and Technology, Harry Gray
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Anne Arundel County health briefs
Rabies prevention The Department of Health offers information on how to prevent the spread of rabies and what to do in the event of exposure. Rabies is most often seen in raccoons, bats, foxes and skunks. Information: 410-222-7168 or visit aahealth.org....Tags: Whooping Cough, Rabies, Skin Cancer, Diets and Dieting, Glen Burnie
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