Cancer Resources

We are halfway through the year and the FDA has already approved a number of novel cancer treatments. Yervoy was the first advanced melanoma therapy to be approved in over 13 years, Zytiga the first oral medication approved for advanced forms of prostate cancer, and Zactima the first oral medication approved for the treatment of a rare form of thyroid cancer. These approvals expand the treatment options for many cancer patients with few previous alternatives. Although this represents significant advancements, it does come at a significant cost. Some of these therapies, for example, can cost over $5,000 a month, requiring many patients to seek financial assistance from manufacturer programs and / or foundations.

Navigating the financial assistance landscape can be difficult. Luckily, there are great resources available that can help every patient pay for therapy. Below are some useful resources that can be used to help reduce your copays and treatment costs. Continue reading ‘Navigating the Cancer Patient Financial Assistance Landscape’ »

According to the laws of quantum physics, in any scientific experiment the observer (a researcher) influences and alters the object of observation on a very fundamental level (observer-observed relationship). This fundamental principle of physics applies to you just as much. After all, your body is composed of molecules that are made of atoms; these atoms are composed of subatomic particles, which in turn, are made of energy and information. There is actually not even a trace of matter in what we consider physical creation. Although something may appear to be as solid and concrete as a rock, there is nothing solid about it; only your sensory perception makes it appear so.

Your thoughts also are merely forms of energy and information that influence other forms of energy and information, including the cells of your body. For example, if you are sad about something that happened to you, your body posture changes and your eyes lose their luster. Eye cells, like all other cells in the body, respond to your thoughts as a soldier follows the orders of his superior.

Therefore, if you believe strongly enough that you have cancer or if you are afraid of it, you face a significant risk of manifesting it in your body. Continue reading ‘Cancer And The Power Of Belief’ »

Yet another reason why eating your veggies, particularly broccoli, is so good for you. Research has identified a compound in broccoli that can block a defective gene that is related to the growth of cancer tumors. In other words one of the benefits of broccoli is it can effectively slow cancer growth.

Earlier work has shown the cancer fighting potential in this crunchy, leafy green as well as its veggie cousins cauliflower and watercress. Experts have known for some time that these foods appear to bring down the risk of some cancers, and that compounds in the veggies can even kill some cancer cells, but how it all worked remained a mystery. Until now.

A new study has identified compounds known as isothiocyanates (ITCs) in the cruciferous vegetable family including broccoli, that appear to block what’s known as mutant p53 genes that are related to cancer growth. This gene is a tumor suppressor and seems to play a big part in helping cells stay healthy and safe from cancer, but when should this gene become damaged (or mutates) it can’t provide this protection. Continue reading ‘Benefits of Broccoli – It Can Slow Cancer Growth’ »

This awful disease known as cancer has so many faces and so many forms, that it can destroy us mentally even when thinking about it. The cancer treatments are rough on the body, and they rarely actually cure the disease, being more of a ray of hope for the patients.

The causes for cancer malignancies are still unknown, but one thing is known for sure… that being heavy metals and toxins from the environment encourage a lot more the development of these unhealthy cells. Our best chance against cancer malignancies is only prevention, because when confronted with the disease, there are fewer chances of getting better. In conclusion, our duty is to always take care and eliminate whatever might trigger this disease.

As said before, heavy metals and toxins are the principal allies of cancers, and we have to do anything we can to prevent these accumulate in our bodies. This is possible only through a detoxing or chelation method. Continue reading ‘Use Zeolite to Prevent Cancers!’ »

Cancer is one of the most common fatal diseases known to man, and living with cancer can be really stressful. Cancer sufferers have to go through bouts of chemotherapy or other types of treatment to remove their cancer. Cancer treatments usually result in side effects such as fatigue, deficiency of immune system, and hair loss. All these can increase the stress level of cancer sufferers as well as survivors, which in turn will slow down their recovery process.

There are ways to counter the adverse effects of cancer treatment, and one of them is by practicing Laughter Yoga. Laughter Yoga is a technique developed by Dr. Madan Kataria, a medical doctor from Mumbai, India. This unique exercise technique combines laughter exercises, created and developed by Dr. Kataria himself, and the ancient art of yogic breathing. Continue reading ‘Laughter Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors’ »

There is no mystery to cancer, it is simply a result of the way we now live which weakens our immune system and allows normal body cells to mutate or divide without control. The way we now live has changed, especially with the food we now eat and that’s why there is so much cancer. At present it is only a problem in the western developed world but is increasing rapidly in undeveloped countries as they become more affluent.

We don’t have a cure for cancer today but only treatments and these treatments have many faults. Also we are kept totally ignorant about the causes and most doctors don’t know the causes. Everyone is hopeful that a cure will be discovered soon but unfortunately there isn’t a drug that will cure cancer. The reasons why they haven’t been able to find a successful cure are because it doesn’t exist. But there is a way to become free of cancer and that doesn’t involve drugs. Continue reading ‘The Truth About Cancer That Very Few People Know’ »

Cancer is one of the deadliest sicknesses everyone fears. Not only will the person experience a painful death but also a tragic ending to all your savings. That is why it is very important to have knowledge about the different signs and symptoms of certain cancers so that at an early stage you can still be able to overcome it and no longer have to go through painful medications and treatments. I have listed below some of the common signs and symptoms to help curious people like you.

1. Fever – This is on of the common signs but mostly occurs after the cancer has spread from its origin. The majority of cancer patients will experience fever at some point of time and makes it more difficult for the immune system to fight the infection. Fever is one of the early signs of certain cancers like blood cancer. Continue reading ‘Symptoms of Cancer’ »

Is the medical profession doing enough to help cancer survivors live a full and happy life?

Once they (the medical profession) have slashed/burnt and poisoned you, it seems as long as you’re alive, that’s okay by them. The quality of that life and the late effect problems encountered, seem to receive very little attention, certainly not the sort of attention that should reflect the often chronic and devastating effects survivors are facing. You are on your own, left without support, scared, often in pain and not knowing which way to turn.

The impression is, that once the job is done (we are still alive with no apparent cancer), we simply get tossed back to our family GP who is left trying to cope with undocumented and complicated chronic issues. Part of the problem appears to be that no one wants to admit cancer treatments can cause the sort of late effect problems patients are left with. There is a closing of ranks around the issue, which is somewhat scary and very frustrating if you happen to be the patient. Continue reading ‘Treatments for Cancer and Surviving Them – A Patients View of Life As a Survivor’ »

If an immediate breakthrough is not made to check environmental pollution, toxicity will remain one of our main concerns in this century. There are several factors contributing to the development of toxins in the human body such as stronger chemicals, water, air pollution, and radiation.

The proper way of eliminating these toxins is very important to the health of a person. Although the body can handle certain amount of toxins, it is always necessary to think of reduction or elimination in case excess toxin production and food intake occurs. Of course, in the end you will be benefited with a well-working and stronger immune system to prevent diseases from attacking you. You will live a much healthier and satisfying life.

Many people are ingesting new chemicals, using all kinds of drugs, eating more sugar as well as refined foods. And abusing themselves with various sedatives and stimulants leading to an increased incidence of acquiring diseases as well. Continue reading ‘Nature Cure: The Ultimate Solution To All Cancers!’ »

Cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases in the western world. It tends to rob the lives not only of the elderly, but the young people as well. Chemotherapy and radiation are common treatments, however, the side effects can be devastating for the individual and therefore, many are turning to alternative therapies.

Reishi mushroom is one of the remedies in alternative therapy that can help fight cancer. In addition, the medicinal mushroom is available in a supplement form, which can be taken in conjunction with conventional cancer treatments to lessen the side effects. Continue reading ‘Health Benefits Of Reishi For Cancer’ »

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