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Tome on Cancer Shows the Vast Progress Made “The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer” is a medical masterpiece written by oncologist Siddhartha Mukherjee, a researcher and clinician who describes in Pulitzer Prize-winning detail the history of cancer from its earliest recognition thousands of years ago to the present. There was a widespread belief in the second half of the 20th century that cures for all cancers were a possibility. This occurred thanks to the remarkable ingenuity and bravery of basic scientists and clinicians. The advent of anesthesia made radical surgery to totally remove cancer from the body possible. The discoveries that poisonous compounds were able to kill cancer cells made medical treatment a reality. And while irradiation and excessive X-rays led to death and suffering, appropriate harnessing of this powerful tool created yet another approach to directly target and kill cancer cells. Early efforts at treating leukemia in children and Hodgkin’s disease led to the disappearance of the cancer and eventual cures for some patients. Spurred by these early successes, savvy and astute scientists, entrepreneurs and philanthropists formed the American Cancer Society. The organization used marketing and lobbying skills to increase public awareness of cancer, creating hope that a cure for all cancers was possible and persuading Congress to declare a war on this disease by investing huge sums of money focused on eradicating cancer once and for all. This frontal attack led to great advances in our understanding of cancer and medical treatments. However, this knowledge has come at a price. Many patients suffered greatly when exposed to surgical and medical treatments that were truly brutal and often futile. For a long time, there was a strong belief that the only way to cure common cancers (lung, colon and breast) was to become even more aggressive therapeutically. More and more drugs were given that led to total destruction of bone marrow, severe infections, bleeding, nausea and numerous other symptoms. Death was prevented by keeping patients in totally sterile environments and by bone marrow transplants that eventually allowed the patient to recover. During this time, desperate patients de-
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manded ever more aggressive treatment in the hope for a cure. A whole industry developed around this CASEY’S CORNER (from page 9) approach to care, and sadly, the effort was fueled by the rare but unscrupulous clinical scientist who owner reported amazing results that later turned out to be -- walking on a loose lead false. -- walking through a crowd The most egregious was by a South African -- sit and down on command and staying in clinician who falsely reported that aggressive treat- place ment cured most women with widespread breast -- coming when called cancer. For most cancers, this approach failed, but -- reaction to another dog for others (leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma) -- reaction to distraction the benefits are significant. -- supervised separation, which involves the With time, therapies have become more nu- owner giving the evaluator the leash and moving anced and less aggressive. They are aimed at not out of sight for three minutes, during which the dog only finding a cure but also at improving the quality must maintain his training and not display anything and quantity of life. And insights into patient and fam- more than mild nervousness. ily suffering -- physically and emotionally -- have led The CGC program is rewarding in that it preto a greater understanding of the importance of pal- pares both dog and owner to handle real-life situaliative and end-of-life care that respects the dignity of tions. It serves as an achievable goal and one that every patient as his disease becomes terminal. comes with the reward of recognition: You and your Cancer is not one disease. For a number of dog will receive an official Canine Good Citizen certumors, greater understanding of the biology of the tificate from the AKC once he passes his test! disease is leading to new breakthroughs and contin For dogs like Jonny Justice, Hector, Audie, ued hope that a true cure is just around the corner. Ernie, Uba, Ted, Little Red, Leo, Ray and Oscar, For others, treatment remains difficult and progress those certificates made national news TUES., JUNE 12 and meant a is slow, but researchers are optimistic that new apsecond chance for a life in a safe and loving home. proaches will be found to improve outcomes forcarefully. paPlease review Phone Number(s) Spelling Prices For Double the restcheck: of us, the stakes might notbe as high, tients. but the peace of mind and the shared experience of There must be a continued commitment to Tidbits representative immediately with changes or correctio Contact your total commitment and successful training are every prevention, such as smoking cessation, Office:improved 760-320-0997 Fax: 760-320-1630 Email: valleybits@msn public health, vaccines to prevent infections that can bit as rewarding. cause cancer, changes in diet and removal of carci- Woof! nogenic compounds and pollutants from the environ Dog trainer Matthew “Uncle Matty” Margolis is coment. And while the exact benefits of early detection author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio ADVERTISING PROOF are occasionally controversial, the evidence is com- and television guest, and host of the PBS series “WOOF! It’s Finala Changes DUE:all of Uncle Matty’s columns 5:00 p.m.. pelling that screening for the common cancers saves Dog’s Life!” Read at the CrePlease review carefully. Double check: Phone Number(s) Spelling Prices ators Syndicate websiteat www.creators.com, and visit him at Hours lives. http://www.unclematty.com. Send your questions to dearun Recent research indicates that the number Gloria’s In-Home Services Contact your Tidbits representative immediately with changes or corrections. cle.gazette@unclematty.com or by mail to Uncle Matty at P.O. of cancers globally will almost double by 2030.Offi Much ce: Email: valleybits@msn.com BZ760-320-0997 BW 13x Diamond disc.Fax: 760-320-1630 Box 3300, Springs, CA 95619. of the increase is related to the improved economies June COPYRIGHT 17, 20122012 CREATORS Vol. 8 SYNDICATE, - No. 25INC. of many nations, leading to a longer life expectancy and a greater risk of cancer. And the kinds of cancers found in the developing world are becoming more like those found in America, namely lung, colorectal, breast and prostate cancer. Based on what we now know, the best strategy to attack this challenge is to strive for better treatments and improved screening and prevention.
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enough to come out ahead of the game. I sure am glad I waited!” I’m not saying those folks aren’t out there. There are probably lots of them. But I am saying they are not jumping up and down with excitement in the old folks home because they beat the odds! * * *
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Butwas I, expanded. too, became curious zone Fans didn’t likesame that shade, 16th page, BW, 26x discount rate down. It belonged to my great-great grandpar- the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com about Watson’s game and, yes, his his era too much. Nothing like sitting in the upper deckgolf bags June 10, 2012 - Volume 8: Issue #24 ents and has been in our family and the same COPYRIGHT 2012 CREATORS.COM style, While bot to watch 1-0too. shutouts and see maybe, if you were house since the late 1800s. It is in mint condiFor the techies out there, Watson are lucky, four or five Baltimore chops escape the infield.philanth tion. uses a PING G20 on driver with a custhey I won’t expound the “steroid era,” but an have s Any advice on its value will be greatly tom pink True Temper Grafalloy mon — th interesting thing happened recently inBiCincinnati appreciated. Matrixashaft. The golfers. 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growing toward the hole, and there are no obstacles that interfere with the putt, don’t hesitate to use your putter. But what I find many of my students do when putting from just off the green is they get too quick and jab at the ball instead of using their natural, smooth stroke. When you set up to your putt make sure your grip is tension free, ball placement is the same as a normal putt, and you use your natural putting stroke without trying to jab at the ball. The more you incorporate all the elements from your natural setup and putting stroke the more consistent you will be from just off the green.
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