With new types of cancer being diagnosed around the world each year, it is becoming more important to not only understand how cancer is evolving but what symptoms to watch out for in the future. From unusual pain in one’s stomach to unusual weight loss, symptoms of...
As we continue to move through the new year, more information is becoming available regarding both old and new trends to watch for. One trend that is getting a significant amount of attention is the decline in cancer rates in recent years. With the encouraging news...
For anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer, hearing the news can feel a difficult and heartbreaking blow. For many people who were recently diagnosed with cancer, they may find that it can be overwhelming to understand everything that your doctor explains. While no...
With 2019 right around the corner, people around the world are getting ready to begin their New Year’s resolutions. New year’s resolutions can range from quitting smoking to incorporating exercise into your lifestyle. While there are countless resolutions that are...
As we saw throughout the 2018 year, cancer research is continuing to make major strides towards new treatment options for some of the world’s deadliest cancers, and there are no signs of slowing down. For example, immunotherapy, which garners the use of one’s immune...
In November 2018, the US Food and Drug Administration made the announcement that they have approved two new forms of cancer treatment. Known as Vitrakvi and Xospata, the new treatments saw an approval after receiving expedited reviews for its effectiveness. With these...
While the holidays can be an exciting time with friends and family, those living with cancer may worry about the extra energy that holiday activities typically include. They may find that their energy is often times low as a result of their treatments, making it more...
As more research is conducted on cancer, and what genetic factors may correlate increased cancer correlations. From living a sedentary lifestyle to smoking, a wealth of research supports the concept that poor lifestyle choices can increase one’s risk of developing...
In recent years, more research is being dedicated to determining what risk factors can increase your chances of long-term health problems. A cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic recently completed a study on how a sedentary lifestyle can adversely affect your health,...
Lung cancer continues to be one of the deadliest forms of cancer, and it is not showing signs of slowing down shortly. Currently, the 5-year survival rate for lung cancer that has spread to other organs sits at only five percent. In this scenario, only five percent of...
