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Science News for October 1, 2005


Rate of gain, obesity factor into increased risk for prostate cancer recurrence

A recent study has found that patients who are obese at age 40 and experience rapid weight gain have a higher risk of prostate cancer recurrence. The research, published by the American Association for Cancer Research, suggests that men who gained an average of three and a half pounds per year are more likely to experience biochemical ...

SourceAmerican Association for Cancer Research·JournalClinical Cancer Research·DateOct 1, 2005

Flawed studies assess dredge-and-fill programs to protect coastlines

Experts from the American Institute of Biological Sciences assess dredge-and-fill programs to protect coastlines, highlighting flaws in current practices. The studies aim to identify areas for improvement and promote more effective ecological monitoring.

SourceAmerican Institute of Biological Sciences·JournalBioScience·DateOct 1, 2005
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Obesity, history of weight gain could help predict prostate cancer progression

A study of 526 prostate cancer patients suggests that a man's body mass at different ages and adult weight gain can predict the risk of progression after surgery. Researchers found that obese men and those who gained weight quickly experienced biochemical failure more often.

SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalClinical Cancer Research·DateOct 1, 2005

Novartis MS drug shows promising results

The Phase II study showed that FTY720 reduced annualized relapse rates by at least 50% during the first six months and maintained this rate for an additional six-month extension. Patients who switched to FTY720 after six months experienced a reduction of at least 70% in their annualized relapse rate compared to placebo.

SourceReynolds-MacKenzie·DateOct 1, 2005

Highlights from the October Journal of the American Dietetic Asociation

Researchers studied over 450 women with family histories of breast cancer to understand their soy product use. Key findings include that nearly half of the women consume soy products and believe they may reduce cancer risk, while others cite taste preferences or difficulties in preparation.

SourceAmerican Dietetic Association·JournalJournal of the American Dietetic Association·DateOct 1, 2005