News tagged with cancer mesothelioma

Village ravaged by cancer in Turkey's Cappadocia

(AP) -- The caves, rock houses and fantastical stone formations in Turkey's Cappadocia draw tourists from around the world. Nestled among the natural wonders, however, lies a village where the earth is believed ...

Medicine & Health / Cancer

created Nov 04, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Study shows how carbon nanotubes can affect lining of the lungs

(PhysOrg.com) -- Carbon nanotubes are being considered for use in everything from sports equipment to medical applications, but a great deal remains unknown about whether these materials cause respiratory ...

Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine

created Oct 25, 2009 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (10) | comments 1

New test offers better diagnosis of asbestos cancer

(PhysOrg.com) -- A new test can significantly improve diagnosis of the asbestos-related cancer mesothelioma, a joint team from the University of Oxford and the Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine at the ...

Medicine & Health / Cancer

created Aug 26, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1