Experimental drug stops breast cancer cells from growing; Eating disorders, body image concern common in women over 50; Diet high in fat and calories speeds pancreatic cancer

(June 21, 2012 - Insidermedicine)

From Cincinnati - An experimental drug can stop breast cancer cells from spreading, according to a report published in Chemistry & Biology. Results of laboratory testing revealed that the experimental drug, Rhosin, was able to inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells, did not affect non-cancerous cells and promoted the growth of early nerve cells.

From North Carolina - Most women over 50 suffer from body image concerns and eating disorder symptoms are common, according to a report published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders. Surveying nearly 1,900 women with an average age of 59, researchers found that 79% reported that their weight affected their self-perception, 62% said that their weight negatively impacted their life, 8% reported purging, 3.5% reported binge eating and that 66% were generally unhappy about their overall appearance.

From Los Angeles - A new report presented at the AACR's Pancreatic Cancer conference finds that a diet high in fat and calories speeds pancreatic cancer development. Researchers studied mice predisposed to pancreatic cancer, and found that those on a high calorie/fat diet had significantly accelerated cancer development.

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