Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American women. In 2009, approximately 194,280 patients were estimated to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and 62,280 with carcinoma in situ. An estimated 40,610 would have died of this disease. For a woman of average risk, the lifetime incidence of breast cancer is one in eight.In November 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task...more
People generally rely on a doctor communicating any important test results or recommendations to us, even if circumstances prevent us from going back to that doctor. Indeed, when an early diagnosis of a disease or condition could literally mean the difference between life and death it is critical that the patient be informed. When the patient is made aware of each doctor's conclusions and the rationale behind those conclusions then at least the...more
Study on grapeseed extract, vitamin D, spices (turmeric and black pepper), resveratrol, selenium and chaparral revealed that they are natural cures for many cancers. Grapeseed extract kills leukemia cancer cells. Prof. Xianglin Shi group from the University of Kentucky, USA have found a natural substance in the grape fruit that's deadly to malignant leukemia cells. Grapeseed is a natural compound that appears to have relatively important properties. They found that within 24 hours, 76 percent of leukemia cells had died after being exposed to the extract. The scientists reported this study in the January 1, 2009, issue of Clinical Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research. Vitamin D inhibits the growth of breast cancer tumors. Activated form of vitamin D causes "cellular differentiation" - essentially the opposite of cancer. Vitamin D might have a protective role against breast cancer. Both sunlight and dietary exposure to vitamin D have correlated with a reduced risk of breast cancer. Results of one small study suggested that body stores of vitamin D may be associated with survival chances in women with advanced breast cancer. Study by Prof. Barbara...more
It is very common that ovarian cyst originates and in most of the cases, the cyst condenses and vanishes in some months without harming the ovaries. But in few cases it expands and does not disappear. In these types of cases, it may be harmful and can burst ovarian cyst. The burst of ovarian cyst symbolizes the worst possible result for you. Due to...more
5 Reasons that the Need for Chiropractic Treatment Continues to Grow The demand for chiropractic care has increased considerably in the last few years. There are many reasons for the increase in the level of popularity associated with chiropractic treatment. Some of these reasons are:Chiropractic care helps people in developing a healthier...more
Ceiling fans are the perfect way to keep your house cool and the air fresh during summer, but there are also added benefits of using ceiling fans all year long. Ceiling fans do not actually change the temperature in a room, but depending on their wind speed, they will create a wind chill effect that will keep you cool and the air fresher at all times, proving to be a more cost-effective and safer alternative to air conditioners.The function of indoor or outdoor ceiling fans is to move as much air as possible in order to make you feel more comfortable during summer and warmer during winter, while using only the minimum amount of energy for its high performance. Since not all fans are able to move air equally or be as efficient as possible, it is important to base your search on relevant criteria that will render only the best ceiling fan model to last a lifetime. Aside from the great style and value it adds to interiors and outdoor settings, ceiling fans should be a combination of functionality, efficiency and power for you to enjoy the value of your money. The overall performance of a certain model, be it indoor or outdoor ceiling fans, is determined by its motor, height from the...more
How to choose the best IVF centres in India?IVF is an artificial method of pregnancy where fertilization occurs outside the woman’s body. In this process the ovum is fertilised in a petri dish under the optimal temperature of the incubator in a...more
Author: Ursa A.I am a pharmacist and get this question quite a bit. Side Effects Of Cervical Cancer Vaccine So here is the scoop... It was really made to be the cervical cancer vaccine because 99% of cervical cancer is linked to HPV. The...more
Author: Sandy ShawIt is also one of the most preventable types of cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics Australia Cervical cell changes are often caused by a sexually transmitted virus called the human papilloma virus or ‘HPV’. Most HPV infections...more
A cold sore or also being referred to as fever blister starts as a small, raised bump on the lip and may trigger a slight tingling sensation. This sore typically appears on the mouth and is caused by the herpes virus. It will be best to...more
While making the DVD Cancer-What Now? and giving many talks about dealing with cancer it is remarkable how many people don't get the information they need from their doctor, simply because they haven't asked the right questions.There's...more
The term thyroid nodule refers to any abnormal growth of the thyroid cells into a lump. Although a vast majority of thyroid nodules are benign (noncancerous), a small proportion does contain thyroid cancer. Because of this possibility, the evaluation...more