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Alternative Cancer Treatments, 2001.
Comparison with conventional approaches. Discussion of alternative methods & techniques, diet & quality of life issues.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 7 sources, $ 23.95
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" Introduction
This research paper will present alternative treatments for cancer. Included in the discussion will be effectiveness and comparison with conventional approaches, techniques, and diet and quality of life.
Effectiveness & Comparison with Conventional Approaches. Effectiveness of alternative treatments for cancer have not been proven and none have been found to cure cancer, however both nontraditional as well as traditional therapies are considered. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has established a research program, the Center for Alternative Medicine Research in Cancer (Benjamin, Simone, Traub, & D'Epiro, 1998, p. 53).
A concern about alternative treatments is the false lure.."
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Liver Cancer: Causes, Treatments and Current Issues, 1995.
Examination of the common causes of liver cancer, its recommended treatment and new developments in the area.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 6 sources, $ 39.95
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"Liver cancer is a major cause of death in the United States, and in 1992, the last year for which statistics are available, 43,967 people died of liver diseases in the Untied States. Of these, 25,263 were caused by chronic liver diseases and cirrhosis, 9,555 were due to primary liver and bile duct cancer, and the remainder were caused by virtual hepatitis and other liver diseases. In 1994, primary and secondary liver cancer cost $2.4 billion for treatment. Liver diseases are the seventh leading disease-related cause of death in the United States, yet the funding to find cures and means to prevent these diseases remains small in spite of the scope of the problem (Johnson, 1995).
The onset of cancer has been linked to a number of dietary issues, with certain foods seen as contributing to the ..."
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Paradigm Shift in Cancer Research & Treatment, 2002.
This paper evaluates the roles played by physics, chemistry and biology in cancer research and treatment.
2,986 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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The writer attempts to prove that while close cooperation among these disciplines may already be well established, such coordination is no less crucial to advancements in the quality and efficacy of cancer research and treatment. The paper gives a history of the disease and its treatments, concluding with the assertion that valuable treatment alternatives have been brought forward through multidisciplinary efforts.
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"A report demonstrated that approximately 25 percent of apparent squamous tumors have demonstrable mucin production and behave more aggressively than their pure squamous counterparts suggesting that any adenomatous differentiation may confer a negative prognosis. The decreased survival is mainly due to more advanced stage and nodal involvement rather than cell type as an independent variable. Human immunodeficiency virus-infected women have more aggressive and advanced disease and a poorer prognosis. A study of patients with known invasive squamous carcinoma of the cervix found that overexpression of the c-myc oncogene was associated with a poorer prognosis. Number of cells in S phase may also have prognostic significance in early cervical carcinoma (National Cancer Institute 9)."
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New Techniques in Cancer Treatment, 2001.
This paper looks at new treatments for cancer.
2,045 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper is an in-depth examination of many of the new techniques available in the treatment of cancer. The author refers to many different reports written on the subject and includes a detailed definition of the many types of treatments. These include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, cryosurgery, immunotherapy, bone marrow transplant, peripheral bone stem cell transplantation, gene therapy and laser treatment. Each of these methods of treatment is detailed, giving both their positive and negative affects, including success rates and identifies the type of cancer and patient that is best suited to the treatment and its success.
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"Bone marrow is the soft, sponge-like material found inside bones. It contains immature cells called stem cells that produce blood cells. There are three types of blood cells: white blood cells, which fight infection; red blood cells, which carry oxygen to and remove waste products from organs and tissues; and platelets, which enable the blood to clot. Most stem cells are found in the bone marrow, but some stem cells called peripheral blood stem cells (PBSCs) can be found in the bloodstream. Bone marrow transplantation (BMT) and peripheral blood stem cell transplantation (PBSCT) are procedures that restore stem cells that have been destroyed by high doses of chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. The main purpose of BMT and PBSCT in cancer treatment is to make it possible for patients to receive very high doses of chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. BMT and PBSCT are most commonly used in the treatment of leukemia and lymphoma. They are also used in the treatment of childhood brain tumors and other rare childhood cancers."
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Telomerase as an Aid in Cancer Treatment, 2005.
This paper discusses a cure for cancer in gene regulation.
1,277 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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In this article, the writer explains that telomeres is the name given by biologists in reference to the long TTAGGG repeats at the end of DNA sequences. The writer notes that although they do not code for specific genes they are of vital importance in maintaining genomic function. The writer points out that telomerase, an enzyme normally never active in somatic cells, is active in more than 90% of human cancers. More impressive however is the finding that all cancer cell lines fail to grow in the absence of telomerase activity by protein repression. The writer notes that since telomerase regulation may lead to discovery of cancer treatments, it is a topic widely discussed in molecular biology. The writer maintains that knowledge of both transcriptional activators and inhibitors of the telomerase gene may aid in the understanding of telomerase functioning. The writer concludes that great healing and relief can come from using the knowledge of telomerase regulation to fight cancer.
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"The protein hALP is not the only activator of hTERT that has now been identified. Zhiwei Tang and fellow authors have identified another activator that plays a role in hTERT transcription. Named transcriptional elements-interacting factor, this protein was shown to influence hTERT transcription and telomerase activities. TEIF, with a highly conserved structure, was discovered with the ability to bind DNA with its C-terminal end and influence transcription with the other domain. Localization of the binding was determined to be within +90 to -120 upstream of the hTERT gene. This identification was found by a gel-shift assay analysis that acts similarly to the EMSA assay. Once again if the protein binds to DNA of the hTERT gene the band scientists expect it to show delayed movement on gel electrophoresis. Specifically for this procedure the TEIF protein was tagged and introduced to fragments of the hTERT promoter from +90 to -531. This procedure allowed the determination that +90 to -120 on the hTERT gene was where TEIF would bind."
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Breast Cancer Treatment, 2004.
A proposed research plan that addresses the post-treatment psychology of Stage I breast cancer patients.
754 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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This paper presents a research plan, including a literature review, which addresses the issue that women who chose lumpectomy over prophylactic mastectomy as treatment for early stage breast cancer may have an increased risk for post-treatment anxiety regarding fear of recurrence.
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"Additionally there is also evidence that women who undergo the more radical mastectomy recover psychologically just as well as those who undergo lumpectomy ?Women who have undergone a mastectomy for breast cancer adapt as well psychologically as those treated with surgery designed to preserve breast tissue, according to a study at the University of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center (UWCCC).? (Wisconsin 1989, pgs. 10-12) All of this information collectively leads researchers to indicate a need for further study of the negative psychological effects of lumpectomy."
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Leukemia and Alternative Treatments, 2002.
This paper provides a definition of Leukemia and a discussion of established treatments for Leukemia as well as promising alternative treatments.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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This essay describes leukemia as a cancer that affects the blood production in bone marrow and the role that stem cells place in the growth of white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets (which are clotting agents). The essay then considers three approaches to treatment of acute leukemia, and explores alternative treatments at the micro-cellular level as the most promising method of curing leukemic cancer.
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Efficacy of Drug Treatment in Breast Cancer, 2007.
A research proposal for a patient perception study on the efficacy of drug treatment in breast cancer patients.
2,122 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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The paper proposes a patient perception that would look at whether patients' perceived efficacy of their cancer treatment equals that of their doctors' analysis of their well being as cancer patients. The study seeks to establish whether a particular type of treatment and cancer drug helps improve the patient's perception of the improvement of their health condition. The paper discusses and analyzes extensively descriptions of patient profiles and their attitude towards their sickness.
Outline:
Introduction
Review Of Related Literature
Research Objectives
Methodology
a) Research Design
b) Research Methods
i) Survey
ii) Focus Interviews
c) Sampling
d) Data Analysis
Bibliography
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"Though this study follows a dominantly quantitative paradigm, the researcher will also informally interview medical doctors in order to generate information that may not be provided or discussed in the patient perception survey. These information and data includes interviewing the doctor about patients' histories, response to cancer drug treatment, and his/her overall opinion about the patient in general."
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Liver Cancer, 2007.
The paper describes liver cancer and the treatments available today.
1,957 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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The paper explains that the liver is the biggest internal organ in the body and is essential to the body's vital functions. The paper describes the two main types of liver cancer; hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinomas. The paper discusses risk factors, symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of liver cancer and identifies conventional and complimentary/alternative cancer treatments. The paper shows how this form of cancer is more common in men than women. The paper notes that liver cancer is particularly dangerous because it has usually been growing in the body for some time before it is diagnosed.
Outline:
Introduction
Liver Cancer
Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Cholangiocarcinomas
Risk Factors
Symptoms and Diagnosis
Treatment
Conclusion
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"According to the American Cancer Society, the liver is the bigest internal organ in the body. It is located underneath the right ribs, just unde the right lung and diaphragm. The American Cancer Society explains that the liver looks like a pyramid and is divided into right and left lobes(What is Liver Cancer, 2006). The liver also receives blood from 2 sources(What is Liver Cancer, 2006). The first source is the hepatic artery which supplies the liver with blood that is rich in oxygen. In addition the portal vein carry the nutrient-rich blood from the intestines to the liver (What is Liver Cancer, 2006)."
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Cancer, 2004.
A look at the pros and cons of the different types of cancer treatments.
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper answers some questions regarding cancer and its treatment. The paper discusses the pros and cons of radiation, chemotherapy and biological treatments in treating cancer. The paper also provides a nursing diagnoses for acute lymphocytic leukemia, explains neutropenic precautions, lists psychological interventions for anxiety related to diagnosis with cancer, and suggests counseling for families of cancer patients.
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"Radiation treatment for cancer is either delivered externally to the cancer site by machine or delivered through the implantation of radioactive material directly at the cancer site. It is sometimes used to shrink tumors prior to surgery but is used most often after surgery to kill any tumor cells which may remain. The damage from radiation is usually localized though it can be destructive to surrounding tissues it passes through. Also, with large tumors oxygen-lacking cells in the center are not dividing as rapidly and so will..."
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Alternative Schools, 2002.
A comparison of the effects of alternative schools and alternative programs.
4,505 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 21 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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This paper examines how the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention have promoted alternative schools for the prevention of delinquency and how this initiative has reflected the belief that schools can help reduce youth crime. It looks at how alternative programs within the traditional schools have also been implemented as a response to educational needs for reform and juvenile crime prevention. It proposes a study to compare the effectiveness of such schools and programs.
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Abstract
Statement of the Problem and Study Purpose
Hypotheses
Review of Related Literature
Introduction
Alternative Schools
Alternative Programs
Additional Factors For Successful Schools and Programs
Summary and Conclusion
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"The Inverness Center is a middlelevel alternative school that was established in 1993, in Maryland. After two years of success the center lists factors thought to be important in their results. Constant communication is a key factor in the relationship between the center and home schools. The center is to provide services including educational remediation, therapeutic, and life skills for the troubles students. The students keep a journal and do homework and receive points for behavior efforts. They have a mentor that they meet with each day. They receive privileges based on points accumulated. Service learning is also a part of the program. When enough points are accumulated and the student attains level two status, they become eligible to reach the highest level and return to their home school within four weeks. Counselors monitor the student once they return."
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A Study Of Alternative Schools And Programs, 2002.
Compares the effectiveness of alternative schools and different alternative programs.
4,275 words (approx. 17.1 pages), 21 sources, $ 135.95
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Compares the effectiveness of alternative schools and different alternative programs. Goal of programs to enhance education. How alternate programs differ from traditional education. Aim of helping the troubled or at-risk student. Discusses successes & failures of various alternative schools programs. Cites examples of failures and successes. How the student populartion has changed. Problem of delinquent youths; behavioral problems. Contends successful schools have a supportive structure & leadership.
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"ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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The purpose of this study will be to compare the effects of alternative schools and alternative programs. Both success and failure have been reported for each type of program, and success factors have been listed for each. Literature comparing the two programs is lacking. The three hypotheses for this study are that subjects attending alternative schools will show greater improvement in their school attitudes (1), academic performance (2), and school attendance (3), than subjects attending alternative programs. A review of the literature related to the study topic includes the following: an introduction to alternative schools and alternative programs; alternative schools; alternative programs; and additional factors involved in ..."
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Skin Cancer, 2007.
This paper discusses skin cancer prevention, treatment and risk factors.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper describes the three main types of skin cancer. These are basal cell, squamous cell and melanoma. The paper presents strategies to identify skin cancer and describes what skin conditions are of concern and should be checked out. The paper discusses the four kinds of treatment; surgery, micrographic surgery, low-power laser and liquid nitrogen. The paper discusses ways of prevention and the importance of blocking UV rays even on cloudy days. The paper explains that melanoma is a very serious kind of cancer. The paper relates that melanoma needs to be detected early and treated early, because it can spread quickly into the rest of the body, leading to death. The paper lists the eight risk factors associated with melanoma.
Outline:
What Is Basal Cell Skin Cancer?
How Does Squamous Cell Compare With Basal Cell?
The Latest Information on Skin Cancer
Identifying Skin Cancer
Treating Skin Cancer
Preventing Skin Cancer
Rates of Skin Cancer in Americans
Melanoma and Cancer
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"According to the journal Nursing2006 (www.nursing2006.com), basal cell is "the most common type of skin cancer... [and] typically appears on skin that's had a lot of sun exposure over the years, such as face and neck" (Holcomb, 2006). Basal cell is "rarely fatal," according to Holcomb's article, but if not treated promptly, "it can eat away at surrounding skin and bone." It develops in the lowest layer of the skin, "and grows slowly," Holcomb continues. And at first, it appears as a "flat, shiny, yellowish or gray spot of skin," or a "waxy-looking bump with rolled, pearly edges," according to Holcomb, who is an RN and a PhD. It usually doesn't cause pain, and it may bleed occasionally, she writes."
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Alternative Education Theories, 2002.
This paper discusses alternative theories of multiple intelligences, multimedia technologies and alternative assessments and new methods for understanding, implementing and measuring learning behavior.
1,365 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper presents the theories of multiple intelligences, multimedia technologies and alternative assessments can be applied to practical classroom situations to increase the quality and purpose of student learning. This paper states that multimedia is different from traditional motion pictures or movies because it is smaller and less expensive and can offer audience interactivity or involvement. The author feels that these alternative theories provide a better understanding of how students learn, implement specific technologies to improve the learn process and offer new measures that more accurately assess what a student has learned. Tables.
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Introduction
Multiple Intelligences
Multimedia
Alternative Assessments
Conclusion
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"In multimedia project classrooms, teachers spent more time having students practice skills on their own with strategic assistance provided by teachers as needed than having students watch or listen as teachers performed a task for them or explained a process to them. Data revealed that multimedia project teachers were more likely to give major responsibility to students for their own learning than were comparison teachers. Teachers in multimedia project classrooms were also more likely to be engaged in helping students by moving about the classroom and responding to student questions."
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Alternative Medicine: An Analysis of Risks and Benefits, 2002.
This paper examines alternative medicine issues and analyzes the benefits and risks of alternative medical treatment.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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The author notes that the use of alternative medicine in the form of acupuncture, European herbals, homeopathy, naturopathy, and Ayurvedic medicine has increased in recent years, due to dissatisfaction with the effectiveness of traditional medical treatment and limited access to and high costs of traditional medical care. But there are risks as well, and the paper concludes that much more research is needed before alternative medicine can be considered safe and effective.
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