Posts by: Isaura Santos

Isaura Santos

Isaura Santos graduated with a BS in Cell and Molecular Biology from Universidade Nova de Lisboa and a MA in Communication, Culture and Information Technologies from University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL). Her professional interests include science communication, public awareness of science and communication of science through entertainment.

September 4, 2015September 8, 2015

EMA Clarifies HPV Vaccines’ Safety Profile

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The European Medicines Agency (EMA) recently initiated a review focused on HPV vaccines with the purpose of advancing knowledge and clarifing their safety profile. These vaccines have already been used in 72 million people in ... Read more

June 25, 2015June 26, 2015

Study Clears Role Of Estrogen In Cervical Cancer

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Researchers have identified in the past that the horomone estrogen is a significant factor that can lead to the development of cervical cancer. A new project however, examined the genetic profiles of 128 clinical cases revealing an unexpected conclusion: ... Read more

June 8, 2015June 9, 2015

Soligenix Announces Successful Application Of Its Heat Stabilization Technology For HPV Vaccine

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Soligenix, Inc. recently announced data showing a more heat stable vaccine formulation of a human papillomavirus (HPV). The work was carried at the University of Colorado and led by Drs. Randolph and Garcea who ... Read more

June 3, 2015

Caris Life Sciences’ Multi-Platform Tumor Profiling Identifies Targeted Treatment Options For Cervical Cancer Patients

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Caris Life Sciences recently announced data from five different studies showing the clinical advantages of Caris Molecular Intelligence will be presented during the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) ... Read more

May 29, 2015

3D Printer Creates More Realistic Model Of Cancerous Tumour

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An international research team has successfully created a three-dimensional model of a cancerous tumour using a 3D printer. This model could be very helpful to researchers in drug discovery and getting a clearer picture ... Read more

May 27, 2015

Patients More Likely To Get HPV Vaccine After Electronic Prompts

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A recent study showed patients are 6 to 10 times more likely to receive an HPV vaccine after electronic health record prompts. According to this study, more patients aged between 9 ... Read more

May 26, 2015

Researchers Find Boys Directly Benefit From HPV Vaccination

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A recent study published in the BMJ journal and developed by researchers at the VU University Medical Centre, Amsterdam, assessed the benefits that arise from vaccinating boys, just like girls, against the oncogenic human papillomavirus (HPV). The study ... Read more

May 8, 2015May 11, 2015

Frequent Aspirin Use Found To Reduce The Risk Of Cervical Cancer

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According to a study led by scientists at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) and published in the Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease, the frequent and long-term usage of aspirin is connected with ... Read more

May 5, 2015

ACP Releases Advice Concerning Cervical Cancer Screening

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The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released clinical advice to reduce the overuse of cervical cancer screening in average risk women without symptoms. The study “Cervical Cancer Screening in Average ... Read more