How is cobalt used in the treatment of cancer?

I have a chemistry project and i chose cobalt as my element. in the project, we have to describe some of the important uses of our element.
i have researched adn learned that cobalt-60 can be used in the treatment of cancer but could u please give me more info about this? do [...]

If a custodial parent enters rehab what then are her custodial rights when she leaves treatment?

If a custodial parent ( the child live with her M-F and every other weekend ) enters treatment voluntarily for minor substance abuse problems what then happens once she has finished her 30 day in patient program. As of right now the Father has the child and the Mother has been served [...]

Where are the top sites in the US for thyroid cancer evaluation and treatment?

Female, 62 years, on Synthroid for 20+ years after thyroid stopped functioning. Recent ultrasound shows two solid nodules (under 2 cm, one in each lobe) and a 3rd nodule “in the upper pole. ” Thyroglobulin blood test abnormal. Hoarse voice. Had thyroid scan today. Internist felt growth [...]

What is the best treatment for nausea for a cancer patient?

My dad has lung and bone cancer and I wanted to know if anyone out there has any home remedies or anything else of the sort that would help with nausea. He had chemo before but now he is on Tarceva (a pill form of chemo) and he is getting nausea. . . [...]

How long after someone is diagnosed with breast cancer do they start treatment?

So my ex just told me that she has breast cancer, but she is coming to the states (from Spain, shes spanish) for a few months for a job and then planning on going back to school to san diego in august. Shouldnt she stay in Spain to get treatment right away? [...]

What type of breast cancer treatment is best after surgery?

My grandmother is 80 years of age and was diagnosed with breast cancer about a month ago. she had surgery in which they removed the cancer from her breast. she is trying to decide whether the treatment of radiation by means of having an implant in her breast that releases radiation, or not [...]

How is radioactivity applied in the treatment of cancer?

Since radioactivity causes cancer, what science is behind its medical aplication? “And what is artificial radioactivity” Does it have anything to do with the med application of radioactivity?

How long does it take to die from cancer without treatment?

If you have cancer covering 70% of your body, and chemo isnt working, than how long does it usually take for you to pass away?

What is the best treatment for prostrate cancer?

Should i have the prostrate removed by the De Vincie method or use the radiation seeds. I have been given a hormone shot to slow the cancer down and am taking hormone pills to reduce the size of the prostrate.

Why the same cancer treatment doesnt work for everyone?

I need help explaining this. Heres the question: In one person cancer may be cured through the use of a certain drug or by means of radiation treatment, whereas in another person cancer may be unaffected by these treatment methods. Suggest the most likely explanation for this difference in response.