Cancer

High-Tech And High-Touch Cancer Care In The Sooner State

Posted Fri, 2010/03/05 - 20:21 by Amer Kaissi

Cancer, Drugs & Treatments

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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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Proton Therapy For Cancer Patients: A Diamond In The Rough

Posted Thu, 2010/03/04 - 00:04 by Amer Kaissi

Cancer, Drugs & Treatments

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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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Bitter Melon Extract Inhibits Cancer Cell Growth

Posted Thu, 2010/02/25 - 22:26 by Fred Lee

Cancer, Drugs & Treatments

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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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Why Doctors Delay Talking About End-of-Life Care With Cancer Patients

Posted Wed, 2010/01/27 - 21:36 by Amer Kaissi

Cancer, Patient Care

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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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Fighting Cancer With An Ingredient In Beer

Posted Wed, 2010/01/20 - 23:23 by Fred Lee

Cancer, Drugs & Treatments

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Researchers are turning their attention to an ingredient in a popular libation as a potential weapon against prostate cancer.

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Smoking And Critical Illness

Posted Wed, 2010/01/13 - 05:43 by Fred Lee

Prevention, Cancer

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In addition to cancer, smoking significantly increases your chances of experiencing a heart attack or stroke.

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How The Western Diet May Contribute To Colon Cancer

Posted Wed, 2010/01/06 - 03:10 by Fred Lee

Prevention, Cancer

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Scientists are gaining a better understanding as to how the Western Diet may adversely affect our health.

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Spiritual Care For Advanced Cancer Patients Improves Quality Of Life

Posted Wed, 2009/12/23 - 08:28 by Amer Kaissi

Mind and body, Cancer

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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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Toad Venom And Cancer Therapy

Posted Fri, 2009/10/09 - 21:52 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments, Cancer

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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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Weightlifting Is Good for Breast Cancer Survivors

Posted Fri, 2009/08/14 - 20:18 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments, Cancer

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Lifting weights has been shown to be beneficial to breast cancer survivors.

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