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CNN TV Special: Cord blood stem cells help meet minority marrow needs

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:29:42 -0500

Cord blood is rich in stem cells and easier to match than adult bone marrow because the immune cells are not developed. Also, patients can get the treatment in about three weeks -- as opposed to six to eight for bone marrow from an adult donor, said Laughlin, founder and medical director of the Cleveland Cord Blood Center. Read article and check out TV special at cnn.com

CNN Special on the Umbilical Cord Blood Transplants

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:28:00 -0500

CNN will air a special on Dr. Mary Laughlin and Cord Blood Transplants. The piece will feature Dr. Laughlin, Nathan Mumford (KEM Cancer Foundation), and Diana Tirpak. The Campbell Brown show will air the medical breakthrough piece with Dr. Laughlin and The Cleveland Cord Blood Center Monday March 1st during the 8p hour (Eastern time).

Racial disparities in lung cancer -- could attitudes be at play?

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:00:08 -0500

African-Americans have the highest incidence and death rates for lung cancer. As with many puzzling racial disparities in health, researchers don't know for sure why blacks are more likely than other racial groups to suffer from the disease. Read more at weblogs.baltimoresun.com

Nuts To You: A Valuable Addition to Your Diet

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 15:59:02 -0500

High in protein and fiber, nuts also contain healthy amounts of folic acid (brain nutrition), vitamin E, selenium, phytic acid and omega-3 fatty acids. Read more at healthnews.com

Simple Changes Can Prevent 40% of Cancer

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:39:03 -0500

According to WHO, more than 12 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year - and two out of five, or about 40%, are potentially preventable through smoking cessation, reduction in alcohol consumption, avoidance of excess UV rays, and achievement or maintenance of a healthy weight through diet and exercise. Read more at emaxhealth.com

Mango May Help Prevent Breast, Colon Cancers

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:35:27 -0500

Although the mango does not have the high levels of antioxidants found in other fruits, including acai, blueberry, and pomegranate, a new study finds that the tropical fruit has the ability to prevent or stop breast and colon cancer cells in a laboratory. Read more at emaxhealth.com

The Truth About Serving Sizes

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:18:09 -0500

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5 Mood-Boosting Foods /Cancer-Fighting Recipes

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:48:31 -0500

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Preparing Perfect Portion Sizes

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:42:07 -0500

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Some facts about cancer around the world

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:58:58 -0500

The number of global cancer deaths is projected to increase by 45 percent from 2007 to 2030 (from 7.9 million to 11.5 million deaths), influenced in part by an increasing and aging global population. Read more at reuters.com

Introducing Healthy and Sustainable Fish into Your Diet

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:18:15 -0500

In looking for healthier menu options, it is wise to consider the addition of 2 or more servings of fish in your diet each week, as recommended by the American Heart Association, among others. Not only is this superfood a good source of tasty protein, most is low in fat, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and it cooks very quickly, reducing your time in the kitchen. Read more at healthnews.com

Banish Bloat Naturally

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:31 -0500

Everyone knows the feeling of stuffing themselves silly and then rubbing their belly in wait of the inevitable discomfort that comes along with stomach bloat. While sometimes you can burp away the pain, feeling bloated is not fun no matter what delicious meal you just consumed. Read more at healthnews.com

The Benefits of Bilberry

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:34:37 -0500

While a bilberry may seem as insignificant as a "schnozberry," something the fictional Willy Wonka might produce in his candy factory, the bilberry is actually a cousin to the blueberry and the cranberry, another low-growing shrub that gives off tiny berries chockfull of healthy antioxidants. Read more at healthnews.com

The antioxidant-rich pomegranate is hailed by fitness experts, health officials and the media

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:43:03 -0500

The all-powerful pomegranate. The health benefits of this delicious exotic fruit are extraordinary: pomegranate juice has almost three times the antioxidant potency of an equal volume of green tea or red wine. Read more at hhnews.com

How To Prevent Cancer

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:04:32 -0500

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