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    Testicular cancer forms in tissues of the testis, one of two egg-shaped glands inside the scrotum that produce sperm and male hormones. It accounts for only 1 percent of all cancers in men.It's estimated that this year, 8,480 new cases will be diagnosed and 350 deaths will occur.It's one of the most

  • Doctor recommends monthly self-exams

    Only one or two patients are treated each year for testicular cancer at the 81st Medical Group Hospital, according to Lt. Col. Michael Morris, a urologist with the 81st Surgical Operations Squadron."The first treatment is typically surgery," Colonel Morris explained. "Then patients either receive

  • Keesler instructor overcomes testicular cancer

    Prevention has always been a key focus for women's health, particularly monthly breast self examinations and annual PAP tests to screen for cervical cancer. But what kind of reminders do men receive to take care of their health -- particularly young men in the prime of their lives?Staff Sgt. Brian

  • Nurse cherishes experience of Marine Corps Marathon

    Kristin Reed almost met her goal of finishing the Oct. 31 Marine Corps Marathon infour hours, 30 minutes. Reed, one of almost 22,000 runners, finished the Washington, D.C. event in 4:38.Reflecting on her participation, Reed, a nurse in the 81st Inpatient Operations Squadron, said, "The experience

  • Gators win Commander’s Trophy at fall festival

    The 334th Training Squadron Gators showed the same fierce competitiveness in the sports arena as they did in the drill down arena by claiming the 81st Training Wing Commander's Trophy Nov. 11 at Keesler's Fall Festival.The Gators, who won four of the five 81st Training Group drill competitions