Cancer Video: Potential Breakthrough in Cancer Screening, Treatment; Clocks Going Forward May Encourage Kids to Exercise; Fatherhood Reduces A Man's Bad Habits
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(November 9, 2011 - Insidermedicine)
From Boston - A novel screening method outlined in the Annals of Oncology may greatly improve cancer survival. For the first time, researchers developed a clinical test that examines cancer-causing genetic mutations in over 14 cancer genes. The test, known as SNaPshot, may enable doctors to tailor treatment to each patient's unique genetic mutation--greatly improving response and survival rates.
From the UK - Turning the clocks forward may benefit children's health, according to a report published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health. Studying over 300 children, researchers found that physical activity was highest on long summer days between 5 and 8pm, regardless of the weather, indicating that daylight itself may spike activity.
And finally, from Oregon - A new report published in the Journal of Marriage and Family finds that fatherhood significantly reduce a man's bad habits. Results of a 19-year study following 200 at-risk boys found crime, tobacco, alcohol and drug used declined significantly once the boys became fathers
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