Whenever the word “cancer” is mentioned, many people jump to the conclusion that chemotherapy is the only treatment option available. This could not be further from the truth.
Chemotherapy is one of the many treatments available for cancer and is often used in a combination of treatments, or ... Views: 873
It is estimated that in the year 2015, about 40,290 wives, mothers, daughters, granddaughters, nieces and sisters will die from breast cancer.
However, according to the American Cancer Society, there are currently more than 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.
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The idea of curing breast cancer with a simple therapeutic vaccine instead of surgery and/or months of chemotherapy or radiation is very appealing to patients and breast cancer centers alike. And while we’re not quite there yet scientifically, that certainly is the goal—one that’s within ... Views: 746
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed to both men and women and accounts for about 13 percent of all new type of cancers. It is responsible for 27 percent of all cancer deaths.
According to the American Cancer Society, there are two main types of lung cancer: non-small cell ... Views: 679
The idea of undergoing any cancer treatment can be difficult, which is why Dr. Jorge Perez and his team strive to offer immediate Advanced Cancer Care to patients and their families.
"I work personally with patients and their families and collaborate closely on disease management," said Dr. ... Views: 643
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SNCC Offers Immunotherapy, Cancer Vaccines - by Dr. Jorge Perez with Sierra Nevada Cancer Center said that “Immunotherapy is a constantly evolving treatment option for cancer”. “Its focus is on enhancing the immune system, enacting the body’s own defenses to fight off, or stop, the spread of cancer in the body.”
The immune system is developed to help protect the body from infections and diseases. Immune cells are designed to travel through the body to detect harmful germs or cells that can cause infections. The immune system can also help protect the body from cancer in some ways; however, there are ... Views: 788
The headlines stemming from colon cancer treatment and prevention are abundant these days. From one source (medicalnewstoday.com) in the past month alone, there are news stories with headlines like, “… scientists patent an effective drug for treating breast, colon, and skin cancers,” and “Newly ... Views: 866