Cancer

Actress/Cancer Fighter Farrah Fawcett Snubbed at Oscars

Actress and icon Farrah Fawcett, who showed the reality of cancer treatment to millions, was left out of the In Memoriam segment at the 2010 Academy Awards.The snub was deliberate.

Colon Cancer Prognosis Poorer for Obese Patients, says Mayo Clinic Report

How much you weigh can greatly determine if you will recover from colon cancer or have a recurrence of cancer, a new report has found.

Kidney Cancer--Men, Not Women, Lower Their Risk by Working Outdoors

Men employed in occupations requiring them to work outdoors have lower risk of kidney cancer compared to their male counterparts who work indoors, according to a new study.

Nutritional Support for Cancer Patients - Or, How What you Eat While Battling Cancer Can Make a World of Difference

Over the years, I’ve watched as quite a few dear friends battled cancer.

Smoking Effects on Oral Health

The harmful effects of cigarettes are often linked to important topics like lung cancer and cardiovascular issues. But how exactly do they affect your dental and oral health?

As we inhale cigarette smoke, the chemicals and carcinogens fill our mouths. What is not removed through the nose or mouth as we exhale is absorbed in our gums and tissues. According to WebMD.com, these chemicals may affect the connection of bone and soft tissues to the teeth and interfere with the normal gum tissue cells. Dr. Robert Genco, D. D. S. and editor of the Journal of Periodontology, explains how the inhalation of tobacco smoke reduces the amount of oxygen delivered to the gingival tissue, decreasing nutrients and making smokers more susceptible to infections like gum disease.

Breast Cancer Survivor's Journey is Story of a Lifetime

Lisa Bronson’s story of diagnosis, treatment and recovery from breast cancer premiered on Lifetime Television’s “Speaking of Women’s Health,” a half-hour series hosted by Florence Henderson and Rachel Campos. Andy Warhol said, “In the future, everyone will be world famous for 15 minutes.” Lisa has already been in the spotlight twice as long.

The Power of Positive Thinking - Can We Literally Will Ourselves to Become Well?

When you are sick, either from something minor like a cold or from a more serious health problem, have you ever noticed how your mental attitude can really contribute to the way you feel?

Skin Melanoma: Clinical Trial for New Drug in Progress

It is hard to imagine how a simple spot on your skin could wreak such havoc if it turns out to be melanoma and spreads throughout the rest of your body. A recent series in the New York Times called “Target Cancer” clearly illustrates how this can happen. The development of a new drug called PLX4032 that is in clinical trials for skin melanoma is presented. We are given the chance to follow Dr. Keith Flaherty as he oversees the use of the drug and the lives of the patients involved in the study.

Breast Cancer Survivor Enjoys Enriched Life

A busy mother and sales executive was in her prime when she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Not only did Lisa Bronson survive the battle, but she says the experience enhanced her life, and now she’s excited to talk to others about what she went through.

Watching Your Skin: An Intro to Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Today we look at squamous cell carcinoma, the second most common form of nonmelanoma skin cancer, after basal cell carcinoma. While not an issue if detected and treated early, ignoring squamous cell carcinoma can lead to metastasis to other parts of the body that can cause serious issues. Squamous cell carcinomas, like many other skin conditions, are cause by an overexposure to UV radiation from the sun. These tumors can appear on any part of the body that receives sun exposure, even within the mouth.