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Contents 1. Pay Attention To What Your Body Is Suggesting 2. Be Ready – Maintain Stocks Of Well Balanced Meals 3. Eat Nutrient-Dense Meals 4. Break The Guidelines 5. Drink Lots Of Fluids FAQ Including the top five ingredients to a healthy diet plan during radiotherapy is a recipe for quick recovery with fewer side …
Contents Treating stage I cancer of the colon Treating stage II cancer of the colon Treating stage III cancer of the colon Treating stage IV cancer of the colon Treating recurrent cancer of the colon Colon cancer treatment by stage (table) FAQ Treatment of colon cancer depends largely on the stage at diagnosis. Early-stage disease …
Are you aware that, excluding some types of skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men? Each year, over 220,000 men are diagnosed, and nearly 27,000 die from it. Risk factors include being 65 or older, African-American, or having a close relative with prostate cancer. For more on related conditions, see …
Key Insight: While smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, not all long-term smokers develop the disease. Major genetic studies have identified a specific variation in the CHRNA3 gene on chromosome 15 that significantly influences an individual’s risk, both by affecting smoking behavior and, independently, by making lung cells more vulnerable to cancer. This …
Contents So what can I expect? When must I call my physician? Home Infusion Safeguards in your home after chemotherapy treatment FAQ — Chemotherapy Safety This post is intended for patients, caregivers, family members, and support groups. It answers common questions about chemotherapy, preparation, and safe self-care during and after treatment. After your infusion is …
Contents Liver Cancer Risk Factors FAQ — Liver Cancer in Cirrhosis Age significantly affects the risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer, among patients with HIV and HCV who have cirrhosis. Researchers analyzed data from 2,689 HIV/HCV patients with cirrhosis in the Veterans Affairs HIV and HCV Clinical Case …
Contents Why Doctors Are Rethinking Breast-Cancer Treatment | TIME Dr. Steven J. Katz, a professor at the College of Michigan, highlights that most women feel healthy at the time of diagnosis. With nearly all women diagnosed between ages 55 and 64, mortality isn’t top of mind. However, inevitably, it comes up. Katz explains: “They are …
Contents The Impact of Healthcare Reform on Market Research Part I: The Affordable Care Act Body image and self-esteem are deeply affected for many women following breast cancer. Fargo’s Only for Women was created with these women in mind, offering a private, supportive environment to restore confidence. Pro Tip: If you’re navigating post-surgery recovery, professional …
Contents Why would you drink dark wine? Disease prevention benefits Additional health benefits FAQ The amount of wine considered “safe” depends on gender, age, body composition, and overall health. Men generally metabolize alcohol more slowly due to higher body water content and enzyme levels. For most men, up to two drinks per day may be …
Contents Changes in Lifestyle to Reduce Risk Non-Smokers Getting Lung Cancer As much as 20% of lung cancer deaths in the U.S. each year occur in people who never smoked. That’s approximately 16,000–24,000 Americans annually. If lung cancer in non-smokers were classified separately, it would rank among the top ten fatal cancers in the U.S. …