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Breast Cancer in Men: The Warning Signs
- By C.J. Clemmons
- Published Thursday 13th 2010
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Breast cancer is traditionally thought of as an exclusively female-related disease But like breast cancer in women, breast cancer in men is the uncontrolled growth of the cells of the breast tissue
Preventing Death From Breast Cancer Through Diagnosis
- By Jenny Heart
- Published Sunday 9th 2010
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One of the steps in an early diagnosis of breast cancer is self-examination The techniques used to find small abnormalities in the breast are making a great difference for many women
Dying For The Perfect Tan
- By Dorianne Schwaiger
- Published Thursday 6th 2010
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How can something that makes you look and feel so healthy
Discover A Doctor With A %92.3 Success Rate With Cancer
- By Nathan Scheer
- Published Thursday 22nd 2010
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Hey, guess what In today's world we are finding more and more problems with people
Colorectal Cancer: What Increases Your Risk
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Thursday 11th 2010
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Colorectal cancer or large bowl cancer is the cancer in the colon, rectum and appendix
These are abnormal growth of polyps that later develop cancerous
Breast Cancer Treatment With Fruit
- By Jenny Heart
- Published Friday 5th 2010
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New research indicates that substances found in pomegranates and mangoes may be natural alternatives to breast cancer medication and other treatment options If you love sinking your teeth into juicy delectable fruits, you are in luck, particularly if you know someone with breast cancer or are a breast cancer patient yourself
Traditional Versus Minimally Invasive Lung Cancer Surgery
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Thursday 4th 2010
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There are a number of reasons surgery is performed on the lungs The most common reason involves cancer
Self Healing CD About Cancer Information
- By Nancy Hopps
- Published Tuesday 2nd 2010
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How can Nancy Hopps' CD "Cancer: Embracing the Healing Journey" help cancer patients
In Nancy's own words…(taken from a live interview)
"I think one of the most challenging things about navigating your way through a cancer healing journey is the feeling, at times, of being very scared and very, very alone
Decoding Cancer – Has Science Discovered the Answer?
- By Ruth Webster
- Published Sunday 14th 2010
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Cancer is caused by the alteration of a cell’s DNA, leading to cellular dysfunction Altered cells replicate aggressively resulting in tumors which grow relentlessly invading their surroundings
Thyroid Cancer: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Tuesday 9th 2010
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The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland which is there in the front of the neck The thyroid gland produces two kinds of hormones
Bone Cancer: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Tuesday 9th 2010
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The word cancer could be the last thing that any one wants to hear The cancer is caused when there is any abnormal growth of the cells in a specific part of the body
Natural Tips To Fight Prostate Cancer
- By Ruth Webster
- Published Sunday 7th 2010
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If you have just been diagnosed with prostate cancer, your doctor may have given you a choice of treatment options But what to choose and how
Cancer, The "C" Word: Dealing With Diagnosis Shock
- By Nancy Hopps
- Published Thursday 4th 2010
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(Note: the following is excerpted from Cancer: Embracing the Healing Journey, but is applicable to any serious illness or dis-ease):
Whatever your diagnosis, whatever your prognosis, simply being labeled a "cancer patient" suddenly changes your entire world Your self-image changes, you may feel betrayed by your body, or by your concept of God
Prostate Cancer - Its Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Wednesday 3rd 2010
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Prostate cancer is any abnormal growth of cells in the prostate area of a man As men go over the age of 40 the levels of a by-product prolactin of testosterone in man increases
Avoid Shower Filters That Don’t Remove Cancer-Causing Chemicals
- By David Hardt
- Published Tuesday 2nd 2010
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As you might have predicted, shower filters with a two stage or dual filter system provide considerably more protection against contaminants than a single filter media Chlorine shower filters with only one filter media can reduce the level of chlorine in your water, but they may leave other impurities and harmful synthetic chemicals like THMs (Trihalomethane)
Metastatic Breast Cancer: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Monday 1st 2010
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In women, breast cancer is the common type of cancer and it is affecting one out of eight women At any time, this cancer may develop and the risk increases with developing of cancer as the women get older
How to Deal With Stress When You Have Cancer
- By James S. Pendergraft
- Published Wednesday 27th 2010
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It is the diagnosis that nobody wants to hear Despite all the advancements the field of medical science has made especially in the treatment and cure of cancer, cancer as a diagnosis is dreaded by all people alike
Safe Non-Toxic Deodorants May Lessen the Cancer Risk
- By Lisa Gylsen
- Published Sunday 24th 2010
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Our generation has made revolutionary inventions and discoveries our forefathers never thought of during their era We also now live in a world where everything is available in an instant
How To Slash Your Prostate Cancer Risk – With Sunlight!
- By Richard Webster
- Published Saturday 23rd 2010
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According to a study published in the British Journal of Cancer 2009; 100: 450-454, men with prostate cancer are as much as seven times less likely to die if they have high levels of vitamin D – the “sunshine vitamin”
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men
How to Prevent Cancers Psychological Impact?
- By Seomul Evans
- Published Thursday 21st 2010
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Cancer is, as we know, a life changing experience for the cancer sufferer, their friends and families Cancer and cancer treatment both have instead drastic psychological and physiologic effectuates on the diseased person
Do Alternative Cancer Therapies Work?
- By Emily Taggart
- Published Monday 18th 2010
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Many people facing cancer choose alternative cancer therapies These alternative cancer treatments are sometimes chosen in lieu of traditional treatments and sometimes they are taken in conjunction with the more traditional cancer therapies like chemotherapy and radiation
The Use of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy in Lung Cancer Treatment
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Friday 15th 2010
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Lung cancer may be treated by a variety of therapies including surgery, but chemotherapy and radiation treatments are used extensively to treat the disease whether surgery takes place or not
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy involves drug medication which is designed to kill fast growing cells in the body – cancer cells are fast growing and it is this uncontrolled growth which causes tumors to develop
The Diagnosis of Lung Cancer
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Friday 15th 2010
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Many patients find that they have lung cancer either because they present symptoms such as persistent coughing and wheezing, sometimes coughing up blood or pain the chest and stomach This usually prompts further investigation of the chest, typically calling for an x-ray (which may also occur as part of a routine health check) and the testing of sputum samples
Lung Cancer Surgery Options
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Friday 15th 2010
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Lung cancer may be treated by a variety of therapies which are frequently used in combination to provide an optimal outcome for the patient Surgical resection is the process by which the tumor is surgically removed, and this is usually recommended when the cancer has not metastasized (or spread) beyond the lung into other parts of the body
Classification of Lung Cancer
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Friday 15th 2010
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Most lung cancers are termed “carcinomas”, which are tumors caused by uncontrolled reproduction of epithelial cells; these are the cells which form the linings and surfaces of most of the bodies organs and internal structures There are two main types of carcinoma which are classified according to the size and presentation of the cancerous cells
Basic Information on Lung Cancer Surgery
- By Elizabeth L Perkins
- Published Friday 15th 2010
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Early stage lung cancer (Stage I & II) is usually treated by surgical intervention and a combination of chemotherapy and radiation treatment Stage II cancer may treated by surgery in certain instances, though generally later stage cancer is treated by chemotherapy alone or by combination of chemotherapy and radiation treatment – it is possible for tumors to be shrunk in size so a re-staging of the patient is warranted and surgery becomes a viable option
Claiming Compensation For Mesothelioma: Cancer of the Mesothelium
- By Jessica A Parker
- Published Saturday 19th 2009
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Mesothelioma is a terminal and debilitating illness which almost always results from asbestos exposure If you are suffering from mesothelioma as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to claim compensation on a no win, no fee basis
3 Things Dr Oz Didn’t Tell Us About Resveratrol
- By Jeffrey J Smith
- Published Saturday 19th 2009
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Unless you live in a cave, there’s no doubt that you’ve heard of the amazing anti-aging breakthrough called Resveratrol Resveratrol ads are popping up everywhere and it’s been featured on 60 Minutes, Dr Oz & Oprah, Discovery Channel, ABC, CBS, Fox News, and MSNBC
3 Side Effects of Resveratrol
- By Jeffrey J Smith
- Published Saturday 19th 2009
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Resveratrol is a brand new anti-aging formula that helps you lose weight and look younger It has been featured on CNN, New York Times, Barbara Walters, Fox News, WebMD, Dr
Inhibiting Effects of Fruits and Vegetables on Cancer and Heart Disease
- By Fereshteh Safarzadeh Markhali
- Published Thursday 10th 2009
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Aim
The purpose of this report is to analyse the role of fruits and vegetables in the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disease
Introduction
Recent studies have indicated strong relationship between fruit and vegetable consumptions and reduced risk of certain cancers and cardiovascular disease
Can Vitamin D Help You Survive Melanoma?
- By Juliet White
- Published Wednesday 9th 2009
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Recent research has given hope to melanoma patients: vitamin D can help you survive this very serious disease Studies have shown that those melanoma patients with high amounts of vitamin D in their bloodstreams were up to 30 percent more likely to survive
Coming Out of the Closet
- By Ted Holcomb
- Published Friday 27th 2009
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Why is it always big news when someone comes out of the closet Here is an example what happens when you come out
Why is Prostate Cancer so Common in Men Over 60
- By Seomul Evans
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
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Problems with the prostate are usually done at age 40 or older In fact, prostate problems are so widespread that almost half the number of men aged between 60 and 90% over 70 years old, a prostate problem (usually the enlargement or cancer)
Top Symptoms of Basal Cell Carcinoma?
- By Seomul Evans
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
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There are many types of skin cancer, the most common being basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma But many other types of skin cancer are very different in all aspects of these three types
Understanding Why Skin Cancer Patients Are Skyrocketing
- By Seomul Evans
- Published Friday 20th 2009
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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer has been reported with nearly 1 million new cases a year However, the good news is that the disease is curable and that there may be many steps they take to prevent skin cancer
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Sandwiched Boomers
- By Dr. Rosemary Lichtman
- Published Saturday 7th 2009
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For the past 25 years, October has been designated National Breast Cancer Awareness Month You'll find races to run that raise funds for research
Breast Cancer Prevention: Keeping it at Bay!
- By Julie Riggs
- Published Friday 6th 2009
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The good news is that the number of new cases of breast cancer dropped from 1999 to 2005, which may be due to the reduction in the use of hormone replacement therapy I would like to think it may be partially due to more knowledge and awareness of causes and methods of prevention
Peritoneal Mesothelioma: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
- By Joe Gardener
- Published Monday 2nd 2009
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Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare form of a rare type of cancer Mesothelioma is a cancer that's caused from exposure to asbestos
Mesothelioma
- By Joe Gardener
- Published Saturday 31st 2009
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Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that is most often found in patients that have had exposure to asbestos particles, commonly through inhalation The risk of being diagnosed with this disease is higher in those who have had a prolonged exposure to asbestos
The American Children’s Society
- By Lily Morgan
- Published Wednesday 28th 2009
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Cancer is something which devastates thousands of families every year Not only are there the countless victims who tragically lose their lives to the illness, but countless lives are blighted by diagnoses which may not be immediately terminal but will pose a real threat to the quality and comfort of sufferers’ lives
Some Tips For Preventing Cancer
- By Brenda Williams
- Published Sunday 25th 2009
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Possibly no word strikes greater fear in people's hearts than cancer So it is important to employ every possible strategy that may prevent you from ever hearing it in connection with your health
Cancer is Getting Harder to Beat and Avoid
- By Tony Isaacs
- Published Friday 23rd 2009
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In recent years, statistical cancer death rates have been showing decreases for some cancers in some parts of the world, which has led some people to optimistically report that cancer is getting easier to beat Nothing could be farther from the truth
How to Cope With the Stress of Mesothelioma Chemotherapy
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Tuesday 20th 2009
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Chemotherapy can be a grueling experience for most mesothelioma patients, most of the anti cancer drugs have terrible side effects that you will experience during the course of the therapy These following steps will help you cope with the stress of chemotherapy:
-Focus on the goals of your treatment in your mind
Mesothelioma Support Groups-How to Find the Best One For You
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Tuesday 20th 2009
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When you are faced with a diagnosis of mesothelioma cancer there are many resources are available for you and your family to benefit You can seek for support from family and friends, as well as from health professionals, support groups, or your place of worship
Long Time Mesothelioma Survivors -What Do They Have in Common?
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Monday 19th 2009
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Paul Kraus is one of the long-term survivors of malignant mesothelioma, there are many others and one thing they all have in common to all of them is the fact that they all focused most of their treatment on steps to improve or enhance their immune system Some used alternative or complimentary therapies (with guidance from licensed clinicians) while others participated in clinical trials of immune therapy
Terminal Mesothelioma Cancer-How to Recognise a Dying Mesothelioma Victim
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Sunday 18th 2009
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When the mesothelioma victim begins to show signs of imminent death, it is the time to for the relatives and friends to come around to say final goodbyes to their loved one One after the other, the family members and friends might spend time with the patient, holding hands, talking to the patient, or just sitting quietly by the patient
How to Cope With a Terminal Mesothelioma Relative
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Sunday 18th 2009
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Mesothelioma cancer is often a terminal illness with most victims dying within one year of diagnosis This grim fact is a very difficult fact that victim and the people around them will have to face
Vitamin a - Possible New Drug For Mesothelioma
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Sunday 18th 2009
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Vitamin A is a very important vitamin to maintaining health Vitamin A is found in foods like carrots and it is well known for its importance in maintaining eyesight
Targeted Therapy- A New Way of Treating Mesothelioma
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Sunday 18th 2009
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Conventional Mesothelioma cancer treatment consists mainly of three main options- surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation
Newer medical therapies that are been discovered include the use of more targeted therapies that address the biological factors triggering mesothelioma growth might be a much more precise and effective way to combat this notoriously difficult cancer
How to Choose the Best Mesothelioma Clinical Trial
- By Bello Kamorudeen
- Published Sunday 18th 2009
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You can find out about good mesothelioma clinical trials in different ways You can enter for clinical trials do so after hearing about them from your doctor
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