by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | Jun 3, 2023 | News
Breast cancer metastases may spread anywhere in the body, but they most commonly affect the bones, brain, liver, or lungs. Treating metastatic cancer typically involves managing the symptoms and preventing the cancer from progressing.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | Jun 2, 2023 | News
Compostable packaging is popular for environmental reasons, but it can be treated with ‘forever chemicals’ linked to health problems
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | Jun 2, 2023 | News
Learn which natural compounds fight cancer, which chemo drugs interact with them, and how to boost your body’s natural systems.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | Jun 1, 2023 | News
Many breast cancer patients are looking for an alternative to surgery to remove their tumors. One possibility is cryoablation. “Cryo” has the advantage of a painless, bloodless way of destroying a tumor quickly without the invasiveness of most surgery. Instead of...
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 31, 2023 | News
Regulatory review due to success in studies, and thanks to leap in progress made by development of mRNA COVID jab
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 30, 2023 | News
This is the first time that the proportion of cancers detected annually through screening tests has been calculated, the NORC researchers point out.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 29, 2023 | News
They say vitamin D’s effectiveness comes from its ability to strengthen the immune system, as well as some other effects that can help stop cancer cells proliferating.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 28, 2023 | News
The warning signifies that a product may cause cancer or birth defects, and it’s on items from alcohol to weight benches.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 28, 2023 | News
Your friendship is significant, and the things you say and do will really matter to the patient and his or her family. So if you want to make someone with cancer feel loved, try some of these tips.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 27, 2023 | News
A fact sheet that reviews research about the possibility of a connection between the use of hair dyes and hair straighteners or relaxers and cancer. Source: Hair Products and Cancer Risk – NCI
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 27, 2023 | News
Cancer survivor Roshni Kamta shares her experience managing anxiety during breast cancer treatment and her advice for others.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 26, 2023 | News
Coping with and understanding a diagnosis of early breast cancer (EBC) is an intensely personal journey. \
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 26, 2023 | News
Exercise can help reduce cancer-related symptoms and improve how you feel. Learn more about exercise benefits for people living with cancer.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 25, 2023 | News
Of course, it’s up to you whether or not you want to find a new doctor because of these red flags. But know that you deserve to have a medical team that will listen to you and treat you with respect.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 24, 2023 | News
“We believe that climate change may have direct and indirect effects on the development of cancer and on cancer care,” said Gwen Collman, Ph.D., of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), who helps coordinate NIH research on climate change and...
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 23, 2023 | News
And where should you draw the line?
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 22, 2023 | News
You may need breast implant removal — or explant surgery to take out silicone or saline implants — for various reasons.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 21, 2023 | News
A surprise diagnosis, a treatment plan that went sideways, and saying goodbye to my boobs.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 21, 2023 | News
Dr. Erik Eckhert explains his research on disparities in breast cancer care for people in the LGBTQ+ community.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 20, 2023 | News
My relationship with my body and self has transformed unexpectedly since being diagnosed with breast cancer.