Fighting Cancer News
Are Mammograms Doing More Harm Than Good?
“For every 2,000 women, we may potentially save one woman’s life, but we will cause 10 to 20 women to be treated unnecessarily with surgery, chemo, and radiation.” This raises a critical question: Are mammograms doing more harm than good? Dr. Jenn Simmons, cancer surgeon, and other experts weigh in on the controversy.
How Early Puberty May Be Driving a Surge in Breast Cancer Among Young Women
A study of nearly 50,000 women found that girls who developed breasts before age 10 faced a 23% higher risk of breast cancer than those who began developing at age 12 or 13. Learn more about these crucial findings and their impact on women’s health.
The Hidden Cost of Cancer: Why Early Detection Matters More Than Ever
Overall, treatment costs for someone diagnosed at stage IV — when cancer has spread throughout the body — are an average of $156,000 higher than for those diagnosed at stage I, when the disease is localized.
Permit for Petrochemical Complex in Louisiana’s “Cancer Alley” Finally Revoked
In “Cancer Alley” Louisiana, where almost every household has a family member who died of cancer, residents fought back.
Thousands in Manhattan Affected By Arsenic-Tainted Water
One of the largest public health housing complexes in Manhattan reported to have unsafe levels of arsenic in the building’s water supply.
Are We On The Path to Creating A Vaccine for Cancer?
Israeli scientists are hot on the trail of a new way to harness the power of proteins found in the lung. Here’s what we’ve learned so far.
Certain Viruses Proving HELPFUL in Fighting Cancer
We typically associate viruses as being the body’s enemy, but that’s not always the case. Some are proving to be real winners in the fight against cancer.
This “LAST RESORT” Cancer Therapy Is Proving Successful
Learn about the new CARs therapy that harnesses the power of your body’s natural killer cells… and is proving to be successful in the fight against cancer.
Toxic Burn Pits Linked to Cancer in Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan Wars
Know someone who served in the military from 2010-2015? Please share this story with them!
New Study Shows Hereditary Cancer Risk Slashed 60% with THIS Simple Supplement
You won’t believe how a slightly green banana and other “resistant starches” impact your risk of cancer! Here’s what researchers have learned.
Keto May Be Key to Preventing and Treating Colorectal Cancer
A new study just published by University of Pennsylvania finds that a molecule produced in the liver in response to a ketogenic (low-carb diet) is effective in suppressing tumor growth in colorectal cancer.
Shocking New Study by CDC Reveals Weedkiller Ingredient Affects 80% of Americans
Finally, the CDC is researching the extent of human exposure to glyphosate, a deadly chemical that has been linked to cancer, and the results are shocking.
Tumors Dramatically Shrink With the Help of This New 3D-Printed Device
Microfluidic Affinity Targeting of Infiltrating Cells (MATIC) is a promising new technique being studied now at Northwestern University.
THIS Plant Compound Found Effective at Stopping the Growth of Lung Cancer Cells
Researchers from the University of Technology (Sydney) have found berberine, a plant compound, to be effective at stopping the growth of lung cancer cells. Berberine is found in barberry, goldenseal, Oregon grape, and tree tumeric.
Researchers Excited About 100% Cancer Cure with Experimental Drug
Even though it was a small study of only 19 participants suffering from rectal cancer, researchers are optimistic about an experimental cancer drug called dostarlimab, which allowed the patient’s own immune system to target and distort cancer cells.
Higher Diabetes Risk Associated with Certain Types of Cancer
If you have these types of cancers, new study states that you are at higher risk of developing diabetes.
Freezing Cancer Cells With New Technique Proves Promising
The device used in cryoablation can precisely target cancer cells, leaving healthy cells intact.
This Cancer Treatment Has New Support for An Old Theory
Dr. Linda Isaacs writes about using Pancreatic Proteolyic Enzymes as a potential treatment that could revolutionize how we treat cancer.
Right to Try Law: What Does It Mean for You?
The Right to Try Act was signed into law on May 30, 2018. It allows eligible patients to have access to eligible investigational drugs. When...
What’s Growing In Your Coffeemaker?
How clean is your coffeemaker? And what is the best way to ensure it is KEPT clean to prevent the growth of bacteria, yeast, and dangerous MOLD — the LAST thing you need when battling cancer or any other chronic disease?
New Research Shows Vitamin D Lessens Severity of COVID-19
Vitamin D is proving to be effective in reducing the severity of COVID-19 infections. Eighty-six percent of all cases among patients with normal vitamin D levels were mild, while seventy-three percent of cases among patients with vitamin D deficiency were severe or critical.
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