Winter 2003 Table of Contents

Calculating Risks
Female teachers in California are at higher risk for breast and other cancers.

All in the Family
The tissues and data collected for the Colorectal Cancer Family Registry will help determine the causes of colorectal cancer, with an emphasis on genetic factors and gene-environment interactions.

Modern Warfare
The new CyberKnife at USC/Norris offers people with otherwise untreatable tumors a new weapon in the fight against cancer.

Deploy Soy
The protective benefits of soy consumption may depend on the time period in which soy is consumed.

Reaching Rays
An alternative therapy following breast cancer surgery drastically cuts treatment time and concentrates radiation where it is most needed.


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Last Modified:  March 31, 2003