Category: cancer

Prostate Cancer Treatment Can Wait for Most Men, Study Finds

Researchers have found long-term evidence that actively monitoring localized prostate cancer is a safe alternative to immediate surgery or radiation. The results, released Saturday, are encouraging for men who want to avoid treatment-related sexual and incontinence problems, said Dr. Stacy Loeb, a prostate cancer specialist at NYU Langone Health who was not involved in the…


White Rice Porridge–A Cancer Patient’s Best Dietary Therapeutic

Western medicine currently treats cancer primarily with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. However, from a clinical point of view, many cancer patients who seek traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment have been physically overwhelmed by adverse effects after receiving Western medicine treatment. They turn to TCM with hopes to improve their weakened conditions. Both TCM and Western…


Pentagon Papers Leaker Ellsberg Says He Has Terminal Cancer

WASHINGTON—Daniel Ellsberg, who copied and leaked documents that revealed secret details of U.S. strategy in the Vietnam War and became known as the Pentagon Papers, said he has terminal cancer and months to live. Ellsberg posted on his Facebook page Thursday that doctors diagnosed the 91-year-old with inoperable pancreatic cancer on Feb. 17 following medical…


Colon Cancer Mysteriously on the Rise Among Younger Americans, and Doctors Not Sure Why

A larger percentage of younger people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, according to a new report released Wednesday, and researchers say they don’t know why. The American Cancer Society said Wednesday that about 1 in 5 new colon and rectal cancers are among those in their mid-50s and younger. The proportion of these types of…


A Daily Habit That Lowers Risk of Early Death and Cancer: Study

According to research, a daily habit cultivated regularly can potentially increase the length and quality of life as well as lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer—the habit is simply getting a good night’s sleep. In a study, the research team analyzed data from 172,321 individuals who took part in the National Health…


Couple Renews Wedding Vows Ahead of 25th Anniversary as Woman Battles a Rare Stage 4 Cancer

With the help of loved ones, a woman battling a rare stage 4 cancer has renewed her wedding vows with her husband ahead of their 25th anniversary. In just 24 hours, the touching ceremony was arranged and was held on Valentine’s Day at sundown. Florida native Charlene Owens, 50, and Nebraska-born Steve, 47, will have…


Advanced Cancer Does Not Mean the End of Life, Ancient Therapy Can Inhibit Tumor Spread

Tumors have become a common abnormality in modern day society. While many cancerous tumors have reached an advanced stage by the time they are discovered, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has become a viable treatment option. Ruan Ailian, a registered traditional Chinese medicine practitioner in Hong Kong, references the program “100 Ways to Treat 100 Diseases”…


Hall of Fame Member Stephenson Diagnosed With Stage 3 Breast Cancer

World Golf Hall of Fame member Jan Stephenson of Australia has been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and will begin a treatment of chemotherapy and radiation in the next two weeks, her Crossroads Foundation said. The 71-year-old won three major championship titles and had 16 victories on the LPGA Tour, the elite women’s professional…


Even a Little Exercise Can Help Improve Your Microbiome

Whether you are searching for a simple way to improve your health, boost the effectiveness of your cancer treatment, or understand your complete lack of willpower when it comes to exercise, the answers could be found in your microbiome. Two recent novel studies on exercise are pointing to similar conclusions—that the gut microbiome might be…


9 Common Questions About Cancer Biomarkers

Gene-targeted therapy and immunotherapy can be regarded as the most cutting-edge methods in current cancer treatment, saving the lives of many cancer patients. An essential indicator in these new types of cancer treatment is cancer biomarker testing. Here are answers to nine frequently asked questions about cancer markers. 1. What Is a Cancer Biomarker? The…