Search results for "Colorectal Cancer"
‘Preventive’ measures don't translate properly to the public
Prevention is an important tool, but it must be placed in the context of evidence and value. The cost of ignoring that is false reassurance and the politicization of medical care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/presidents.htm
1 Mar 2010
Letters to the Editor
Readers respond to the ACP Internist cover story that questioned the value of the annual physical exam. Whether they are for or against the practice, their opinions are strongly held.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/letters.htm
1 Mar 2010
ACP solicits member input on CDC survey
ACP is making available to its members a Web survey on the Evaluation of Genomic Applications in Practice and Prevention (EGAPP) project, sponsored by the CDC. The survey focuses on hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer or Lynch syndrome and UGT1A1 testing and is intended to determine physicians' level of awareness and interest in the EGAPP process.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/02/12.htm
2 Mar 2010
Long-term oral bisphosphonates may double esophageal cancer risk
Long-term oral bisphosphonates may double esophageal cancer riskNew reports signal health care costs for this decade
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/14/1.htm
14 Sep 2010
Low-dose aspirin may protect against colorectal cancer
MKSAP Quiz: ulcerative colitis
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/21/2.htm
21 Sep 2010
MKSAP Quiz: ulcerative colitis
Evidence lacking for routine prostate screening, but single test at 60 may help
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/21/3.htm
21 Sep 2010
Glucosamine, chondroitin not effective for hip or knee osteoarthritis
Glucosamine, chondroitin not effective for hip or knee osteoarthritisLow-dose aspirin may protect against colorectal cancer
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/21/1.htm
21 Sep 2010
Highest-risk childhood cancer survivors don't follow recommended screenings
Highest-risk childhood cancer survivors don't follow recommended screeningsACGME approves final duty hour and supervision standards
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/05/1.htm
5 Oct 2010
Cancer screens for cancer patients reveal ‘auto-pilot’ culture
MKSAP Quiz: gradual memory loss
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/19/2.htm
19 Oct 2010
Esophageal cancer screening might not be worthwhile for most GERD patients, modeling study finds
Esophageal cancer screening might not be worthwhile for most GERD patients, modeling study findsHIV reduction efforts should target risky behaviors
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/12/21/1.htm
21 Dec 2010