Leader in war on cancer looks ahead: talking with Vincent T. DeVita, Jr, MD

Article Abstract:

Scientists have made impressive gains in the fight against cancer, according to long-time cancer researcher, Vincent T. DeVita, Jr. Researchers in the 1990s understand how cancer develops and are applying this knowledge in clinical studies. The radical, disfiguring surgeries used in the 1970s to treat cancers of the breast, colon, and bone, and head and neck have given way to conservative operations that are coupled with other treatments. Cancer pain and the side effects of treatment are now controllable. Scientists understand the genetic mechanisms of cancer cells' resistance to chemotherapy and are investigating approaches to increase cellular sensitivity. A more rapid transition from laboratory cancer research to human studies and a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment are recommended for the future.

Forecasts and trends, Interview, Cancer, Cancer patients, DeVita, Vincent T., Jr.

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Physician, heal thyself-then aid abused women

Article Abstract:

Physicians are often uncomfortable about talking to victims of domestic violence, but discussing this problem should become routine in medical practice. Medical training focuses on high-tech treatment and overlooks teaching physicians how to handle unpleasant social issues. Some physicians want to distance themselves from the abuse because they cannot remedy the victim's situation. Battered women often return for medical treatment, but they can be misdiagnosed as having a psychological disorder. Emergency department records may neglect to mention that injuries were sustained as a result of assault from another person. Abused women should be informed about community resources and support systems that will help them understand and resolve the problem.

Social aspects, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Abused women

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Cancer converts tobacco lobbyist: Victor L. Crawford goes on the record

Article Abstract:

Former tobacco lobbyist Victor L. Crawford relates his experiences working for the Tobacco Institute. Crawford, an attorney and retired Maryland state legislator, outlines the winning strategies he used to defeat antismoking legislation. He felt no uneasiness about the job until he was diagnosed with cancer of the tongue that spread to his bones and lungs. Crawford explains how he used patriotic tactics such as citizen's rights to divert attention from the real issue of smoking: that it causes lung cancer, emphysema, and heart problems. He said he did it for the money and for winning, but didn't realize how much suffering he was causing until his own health was ruined.

Personal narratives, Political activity, Political aspects, Smoking, Lobbyists, Tobacco Institute, Crawford, Victor L.

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