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Survey reveals most are unaware of the causes and symptoms of mouth cancer

Monday, April 30, 2012

Source: www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk Author: staff A survey has revealed that most people are unaware of the major risk factors and symptoms of oral cancer. The SimplyHealth Annual Dental Health Survey revealed that of the 11,785 adults surveyed, 70 percent were unaware of the symptoms of mouth cancer while only 3 percent knew that kissing could increase [...]

More troops on smokeless tobacco after deployment

Monday, February 27, 2012

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Source: Reuters.com The findings, reported in the journal Addiction, follow other studies that have tied deployment and combat to health risks, including higher rates of smoking and drinking. “This adds to the list of things we’re learning are associated with combat,” said lead researcher Dr. Eric D.A. Hermes, of the Yale University School of Medicine [...]

Men in doubt still don’t get checked out!

Sunday, November 27, 2011

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Source: www.easier.com Author: staff Men are almost twice as likely to die from mouth cancer and statistics consistently show they are less likely to consult with a doctor than their female counterparts. But with rates of incidence and mortality rising at an incredible rate, men can no longer afford to ignore the increasing threat of [...]

Using mouthwash can increase cancer risk for smokers

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

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Source: www.independent.ie Author: Eilish O’Regan, health correspondent Smokers have been warned to stay away from mouthwash – as it might increase their risk of developing mouth cancer. The combination of smoking and drinking alcohol has been established as increasing the risk of the disease. Now researchers have warned that may apply even to the alcohol [...]

With HPV-related head and neck cancers rising, focus on treatment and vaccination

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

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Source: blogs.wsj.com/health Author: Laura Landro A form of head and neck cancer associated with the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus is on the rise, especially in men, the WSJ reports. Fast-rising rates of oropharyngeal cancer — tumors in the tonsil and back-of-the-tongue area — have been linked to changes in sexual behavior that include the increased [...]

Alcohol linked to 10% of cancer cases, study finds

Sunday, April 10, 2011

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Source: www.irishtimes.com Author: Dr. Muiris Houston Reducing alcohol intake would reduce the number of cancer cases in the Republic, the Irish Cancer Society has said. It was responding to the results of a major European study, published online by the British Medical Journal, which found that up to one in 10 cancers in men and [...]

Oral sex now main cause of oral cancer: Who faces biggest risk?

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

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Source: www.cbsnews.com Author: David W Freeman What’s the leading cause of oral cancer? Smoking? Heavy drinking? Actually, it’s oral sex. Scientists say that 64 percent of cancers of the oral cavity, head, and neck in the U.S. are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), which is commonly spread via oral sex, NPR reported. The more oral [...]

Practical strategy for oral cancer management in dental practices published in UK

Sunday, November 14, 2010

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Source: www.medicalnewstoday.com Author: staff The British Dental Association (BDA) has published a practical guide to help dental professionals combat the growing problem of oral cancer. It reiterates the importance of the early detection of the condition, stressing the improved chances of patient survival in cases where early diagnosis takes place. The proportion of patients with [...]

Could HPV be transmitted orally?

Thursday, July 8, 2010

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Source: Bright Hub Author: Kira Jaines Can a kiss transmit HPV? Or oral sex? Studies conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University found that not only can human papilloma virus be transmitted orally, it can also increase the risk of oropharyngeal cancer. Can HPV Be Transmitted Orally? In a word, yes. Once thought to be [...]

UC Davis probes into oral cancer

Thursday, May 20, 2010

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Source: theaggie.org Author: Eric C. Lipsky UC Davis is searching for new and more effective methods to deal with oral cancer. Researchers have begun using a fluorescent oral probe to aid in the detection of malignant tissues. The probe allows doctors to differentiate between healthy and malignant tissue, along with having the capacity of working [...]

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