National Cancer Institute (NCI) at NIH Creates Comprehensive Cancer News Source with Newswise

The Cancer News Source, made possible through a collaboration between the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and Newswise, provides up-to-date, comprehensive, quality content on the latest developments in cancer research, patient care, treatment innovations, and scientific advances. The Cancer News Source, and the weekly Cancer News Wire sent by email each Tuesday, serves as a resource for journalists, communicators, and members of the public interested in cancer news.

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Pew Report on Local TV News Cuts Just Latest Chapter in the ‘I’ Information Revolution

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Twitter Helps People Lose Weight

A study by researchers at the University of South Carolina's Arnold School of Public Health has found that using Twitter, the popular information network joining people throughout the world, is a valuable support system for helping people lose weight.

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94% of High School Students Used Phones During Class

94% of high school students accessed social media on their phones during class over the past year reveals a new study from the University of Haifa.

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To Help Prevent Mass Shootings, Expert Says Facebook and Twitter Users Should Pay Attention to Disturbing Photos, Posts

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Student-Athletes Could Lose Eligibility, Scholarships With Tweet Missteps

With a single social-media misstep, student-athletes could lose athletic eligibility or a scholarship. But that’s not stopping them from using Twitter – sometimes even during games, when they may see harsh criticism of their performances from fans, according to a study by Baylor University and Clemson University researchers.

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The Sacred Meets the Profane as Pope Enters World of Twitter

Rachel Wagner, author of "Godwired" and an expert on the intersections between religion and virtual reality, says that Pope Benedict is entering the profane world of social media by issuing his first tweet.

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Applicants’ Pictures on Social Media Profiles Can Be a Key Factor in Hiring Decisions

A recent study found that applicants whose pictures appear on their social media profiles are viewed more favorably than applicants who are not pictured. Also, that applicants with "attractive" photos were considered stronger than those with "unattractive" pictures.

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Professor Explains Lack of Help for Man Thrown on Subway Tracks

Craig Anderson, Distinguished Professor of psychology at Iowa State University, explains why a freelance photographer and other bystanders did not help to a man thrown onto the tracks of the New York City subway.

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Journalism Professor's Book Presents Daily Life in Calcutta Beyond Its Well-Known Poverty

A new book by Indiana University journalism professor Steve Raymer depicts life at every socioeconomic level in Calcutta, one of the world's largest and poorest cities.

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