35 Surgeries Later, Man Beats Cancer Oct 4, 2008
A Louisville, Kentucky man has endured 35 surgeries in an attempt to cure a rare nasal cancer, FOX 41 reported Friday. Denis Conder thought he had a cold when his breathing became difficult six years ago. (Fox News)
Nev. state senator diagnosed with cancer Aug 24, 2008
A Nevada state senator says he's been diagnosed with nasal cancer. State Sen. (Fresno Bee -- State)
FEMA Gave Little Thought to Safety of Katrina Trailers May 28, 2008
Formaldehyde is an industrial chemical that can cause nasal cancer, may be linked to leukemia, and worsens asthma and respiratory problems. Within months of moving into the trailers, residents began complaining about unusual sickness; breathing problems; burning eyes, noses and throats, and even death. (Newsinferno.com)
FEMA trailers tied to illnesses May 26, 2008
Formaldehyde is an industrial chemical that can cause nasal cancer, may be linked to leukemia, and worsens asthma and respiratory problems. It is emitted from the resins and glues used in many construction components, including particleboard flooring, plywood wall panels, composite wood cabinets, and laminated countertops. (Boston Globe)
Safety lapses raised risks in Katrina trailers May 26, 2008
Formaldehyde -- an industrial chemical that can cause nasal cancer, may be linked to leukemia, and worsens asthma and respiratory problems -- was present in many of the FEMA housing units in amounts exceeding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recommended 15-minute exposure limit for workers, the limit at which acute health symptoms begin to appear in sensitive individuals. Weak government contracting, sloppy private construction, a surge of low-quality wood imports from China and... (MSNBC)
Chong caught in hostage situation Feb 21, 2008
He said Siews nephew revealed that his uncle had nasal cancer and was currently undergoing treatment. His nephew, who is his only remaining relative in Malaysia, was shocked to find out that Siew managed to find his way to Wisma MCA.. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Talk of the Town: Think of your pets, please! Jan 27, 2008
Secondhand smoke has been associated with oral cancer and lymphoma in cats, lung and nasal cancer in dogs, as well as lung cancer in birds ... Another study showed that long-nosed dogs like collies or greyhounds were twice as likely to develop nasal cancer if they lived with smokers. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Va. painting pig battles back against cancer Jan 7, 2008
After four years in remission, Smithfield suffered a recurrence of nasal cancer this summer. Surgeons at North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, N.C., removed another tumor from the top of his nose. (USA Today -- News)
Pets, smoke dont mix, owners learn at WVSU Nov 1, 2007
Dogs who live with smokers are more likely to get lung cancer and nasal cancer than dogs that live with nonsmokers. s Some dogs develop allergic reactions to secondhand smoke that cause them to scratch or chew their skin. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Research: Secondhand Smoke Also Harms Pets Sep 6, 2007
"Secondhand smoke has been associated with oral cancer and lymphoma in cats, lung and nasal cancer in dogs, as well as lung cancer in birds.". Veterinarians from Oklahoma State, including McAllister, authored a paper on the harmfulness of tobacco smoke to pets based on research conducted in 1992 and 1998, and a more recent study conducted by Colorado State University. (Fox News)
- Anacortes News Briefs | September 5 Sep 5, 2007
Dogs are three times more likely to develop lung or nasal cancer, and cats have higher rates of feline lymphoma and oral cancer when exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke. The goal of the campaign is to encourage veterinary staff to discuss quitting tobacco with clients. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Study: secondhand smoke endangers pets Sep 3, 2007
"Secondhand smoke has been associated with oral cancer and lymphoma in cats, lung and nasal cancer in dogs, as well as lung cancer in birds." ... Dogs affected with nasal cancer normally don't survive for more than one year. (Xinhua)
Secondhand smoke kills house pets Sep 2, 2007
But, Dr. Carolynn MacAllister, a Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service, veterinarian, says that secondhand smoke is associated with oral cancer and lymphoma in cats, lung and nasal cancer in dogs and lung cancer in birds ... She said longer-nosed breeds of dogs are more likely to get nasal cancer, while shorter or medium nosed dogs had higher rates for lung cancer ... Unfortunately, dogs affected with nasal cancer normally do not survive more than one year. (Hindustan Times)
Passive smoking pets get cancer Sep 2, 2007
In pets, passive smoking can cause oral cancer and lymphoma in cats, lung and nasal cancer in dogs as well as lung cancer in birds, said veterinarian Carolynn MacAllister of the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service. The grooming habit of pets makes them more susceptible to second hand smoking. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
National campaign attacks tobacco use among teenagers Mar 30, 2007
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids says it includes arsenic (used in rat poison and causes cancer in humans), ammonia (used in household cleaners and can irritate the respiratory tract and elevate blood pressure), formaldehyde (used to embalm bodies and causes nasal cancer and can damage the lungs, skin and digestive system), and polonium 210 (a highly radioactive element that causes cancer). This year, health advocates are urging Congress to pass legislation granting the U.S. Food and Drug... (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
More of this story Feb 1, 2007
The reference to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, nasal cancer, low birth weight, breast cancer, miscarriage and all the rest of her facts have not been proven about SHS and I have the investigative reports to prove that fact. One fact she stated that had a small touch of validity was about asthma. (LaGrange Oldham Era, KY)
List of Cancers Jan 27, 2007
There are many common cancers and many more not-so-common ones. Cancer is actually a large and diverse group of diseases. (Suite101.com)
