What is the uncontrollable growth of cells invading and causing damage to surrounding tissue? Most of us know this as Cancer. A growth or sore in the mouth that doesn’t go away could be Oral cancer. This includes cancers of the tongue, cheek, lips, floor of the mouth, soft and hard palate, pharynx or throat […]
CDC – March Is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Colorectal cancer screenings can save lives. Everyone who is 50 years old or older should be screened regularly and this could prevent as many as 60% of deaths from this cancer. Among the cancers affecting both women and men, colorectal or cancer of the colon or […]
Active in the fight since 1993 against breast cancer, the Ford motor company doubled its efforts in 2006 by introducing a line of clothing wear and gear called Ford Warriors in Pink. The net proceeds from all sales is 100% dedicated to the search for a cure with all donations going to charities offering a […]
Cancer prevention is a concern of almost everyone. Here are some tips to help reduce your risk according to the Mayo Clinic. You can take charge by eating a healthy diet and get screenings regularly. Reports can be conflicting about cancer prevention. The specific tips recommended in one study can be advised against in another […]
What is Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer is the third most common type of cancer in women with an estimated 11,000 women to be diagnosed this year and over 4,000 deaths. It is a cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina, and […]
What Is Ovarian Cancer? Ovarian Cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer related deaths among women of the ages 35-74. This form of cancer begins in the ovaries, which are the reproductive glands found in women on each side of the uterus in the pelvis. These glands are the main source for the female […]
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Dear friends, Please allow us to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this special Christmas. It’s hard to believe that another calendar year will soon be coming to a close and we wish your family a peaceful and healthy New Year in 2013. […]
September marked the 11th anniversary of September 11th attacks. Even after so much time the far reaching effects are still being felt. Fourteen types of cancers have been added to the list of illnesses caused by the tragedy, bringing the total to 58. The additions covered by the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act, […]
While you are on DCA or taking any form of cancer treatment, it’s important to maintain a healthy diet and water intake level. Both of these have been proven to assist patients during any cancer treatment and have many benefits that go well beyond fighting the horrible disease. There are two understated tips that most […]
The great Tanning Bed debate continues.. are they safe or are they as bad for you as smoking? Just when you thought you heard the final verdict on how safe tanning beds are, the $4.9 billion industry fights back and defends itself saying that tanning is a good source of vitamin D and that doctors […]
