FW: Can a Vaccine Treat Cancer?

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Subject: Can a Vaccine Treat

Cancer?

December 9, 2003

Health Newsletter

Online Version

A vaccine for cancer seems almost too good to be

true. But recent developments in scientists’ understanding of

both genetics and the immune system are making cancer vaccines a

reality. Join us as we feature a program about research on a vaccine

for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Also in this week’s newsletter: Finding a test for endometriosis,

participating in stroke rehab, reducing risk of premature birth, and

choosing the best mattress for your back.

Treating Lymphoma: Will a Customized

Vaccine Work?

Vaccines have been powerful tools

against infectious diseases. Learn how cancer researchers are now

developing vaccines for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

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Wanted: An Easy Test for Endometriosis

Although most women are all too

familiar with cramping and bloating, women with endometriosis tend

to experience pain that can interfere with their relationships and

everyday activities.

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Rehabilitation After Stroke: What Can Be

Done?

A stroke can be devastating but

working hard with a variety of specialists can be the key to

gaining back your life. Find out what you can do to win that

battle.

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Preventing Premature Births

Few sights are as heart wrenching

as that of a tiny premature baby hooked up to a web of plastic

medical tubing. Although more and more of these babies will

survive, many will have disabilities. And the only way to prevent

these lifelong problems is to prevent premature birth.

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Goldilocks Syndrome: Finding a Mattress

That's Just Right

For years most doctors recommended

a firm mattress to their back patients. But a new Spanish study

suggests that a medium-firm mattress might be the best choice for

the many people who suffer from low-back pain.

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lymphoma for patients, their families and health care providers.

Featured Link: Patients Against Lymphoma

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