Thyroid Cancer News

Share + Dec 24, 2009 5:45 pm US/Eastern Reporting Dr. Maria Simbra Tens of thousands of new cases of thyroid cancer are diagnosed in the United State each year.

As seen on a oeNBC Nightly Newsa Monday, December 21, the thyroid cancer rate is rising rapidly, especially among women.

On December 21, 2009, NBC Nightly News did a short piece on the unexplained rise in thyroid cancer in women.

The nation's cancer prevalence rate has increased in recent years, centered on colon cancer and thyroid cancer that are known to be more common in advanced countries, national statistics showed yesterday.

Random thoughts on this winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. On the bright side, the days will start getting longer again Tuesday.

Lake County residents who live within 10 miles of the Perry nuclear plant are eligible for free potassium iodide pills, which protect against thyroid cancer in the event of radiation release.

Q: I must undergo radioactive-iodine therapy to treat thyroid cancer. Because I have children at home, I am considering staying at a hotel for several days after the treatment to avoid having to sanitize the bathrooms, kitchen, etc., in my home every day at a time when I will not be feeling well.

By Amanda Kim Stairrett Killeen Daily Herald FORT HOOD - Sgt. Christopher Mendez had to leave his soldiers in November, but made sure to be there for them when they returned this month from Iraq.

You think to yourself that having a small thyroid taken out can't do much harm, but thats where you are wrong.

According to the journal Cancer , which publishes an "Annual report to the nation on the status of cancer, 1975-2006," while the incidence and death rates from all cancers combined have dropped quite a bit in the last 30 years, certain cancers have become more common.

It's rare for Scott Bowling to discuss the illness he's been battling since childhood, his surgeries or his cancer treatments.

Re 'Cancer-nuke plant link seems pretty weak,' Nov. 20 article: Despite attacks by Indian Point spokespeople and the snide column by Greg Clary, the analysis of U.S. Centers for Disease Control data conducted by Joseph Mangano of the Radiation and Public Health Project raises disturbing questions about the effect of nuclear plants on public ...

The American Thyroid Association has issued a press release/statement regarding the shortage of radioactive iodine I-131 , used for thyroid tests and treatments.

SAVANNAH, GA She is encouraging and inspirational, the embodiment of resolve and an example of how to spread it to others.

More than 25 years after Raney formed the Beat Farmers with former Penetrators drummer Country Dick Montana, he's back playing some of the same San Diego clubs that the Beat Farmers sprung from, and trying to keep the band's legacy alive after a series of highs and lows, and the tragic deaths of two of the band's original members.

If you're experiencing sleeplessness, irritability and weight loss, you may have a thyroid condition.

Re The recent press briefing in Manhattan by the Radiation and Public Health Project, which, citing its own research, stated that the "rate of thyroid cancer cases in counties closest to the Indian Point nuclear plant ... are the highest in New York state, and among the highest in the U.S.": The antinuclear fear-mongers are at it again, with scare ...

Search all the public and authenticated articles in CiteULike. Enter a search phrase.

A benefit for Brandon and Jessica Presnell is set for Dec. 5 at Del Rio School. The proceeds will assist with medical and traveling expenses.

When it comes to the moderate consumption of alcohol, be it wine, beer or spirits, any type will do in reducing the risk of thyroid cancer, a new set of research finds.