Cancer
Posted Fri, 2010/03/05 - 20:21 by Amer Kaissi
Cancer, Drugs & Treatments
A new cancer treatment center using proton therapy and other advanced treatments provides care using cutting edge technology in a unique patient-friendly environment.
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Posted Thu, 2010/03/04 - 00:04 by Amer Kaissi
Cancer, Drugs & Treatments
Compared to common radiation therapy, proton therapy can provide equal or better treatment for some cancer types, while doing less damage to healthy tissues.
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Posted Thu, 2010/02/25 - 22:26 by Fred Lee
Cancer, Drugs & Treatments
Researchers have discovered that bitter melon extract inhibits the growth of breast cancer cells in culture. The discovery may lead to effective chemotherapeutic agents to help fight the disease.
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Posted Wed, 2010/01/27 - 21:36 by Amer Kaissi
Cancer, Patient Care
Most doctors are hesitant to discuss end-of-life care with terminally-ill cancer patients, especially when these patients are feeling well or when some treatment options are still available
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Posted Wed, 2010/01/20 - 23:23 by Fred Lee
Cancer, Drugs & Treatments
Researchers are turning their attention to an ingredient in a popular libation as a potential weapon against prostate cancer.
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Posted Wed, 2010/01/13 - 05:43 by Fred Lee
Prevention, Cancer
In addition to cancer, smoking significantly increases your chances of experiencing a heart attack or stroke.
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Posted Wed, 2010/01/06 - 03:10 by Fred Lee
Prevention, Cancer
Scientists are gaining a better understanding as to how the Western Diet may adversely affect our health.
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Posted Wed, 2009/12/23 - 08:28 by Amer Kaissi
Mind and body, Cancer
A recent study reports that advanced cancer patients whose spiritual needs are supported by their medical team have better quality of life near death and receive less aggressive medical care at the end of life.
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Posted Fri, 2009/10/09 - 21:52 by Fred Lee
Drugs & Treatments, Cancer
Research out of Texas has found that dried venom secreted from the skin of toads may slow the progression of certain cancers. The venom, also known as huachansu, is used extensively in China to treat certain cancers.
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Posted Fri, 2009/08/14 - 20:18 by Fred Lee
Drugs & Treatments, Cancer
Lifting weights has been shown to be beneficial to breast cancer survivors.
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