Eating healthy is typically top of mind in January. The big question that usually comes up for dietitians is what to eat to get healthier. Unfortunately, the answer is not as simple as making a grocery list. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet. The good news is the dietitians at Cancer Treatment Centers of America have developed […]
cancer treatment centers of america, health, healthy living, nutrition, recipesWhile holiday foods can provide people with cancer comfort, planning, and preparing holiday meals may be a challenge for some cancer patients. It does not have to be stressful. As the experts at Cancer Treatment Centers of America explain, it may be easier than you think. Some of the traditional holiday staples are high in […]
cancer, cancer patient, cancer support, cancer treatment centers of america, recipes, tipsWhat’s the difference? Deciphering the alphabet soup of imaging tests Imaging tests are critical in a patient’s cancer journey, from the initial diagnosis down to the progress of treatment, patients may go through a variety of tests, but what do they all mean? Just as each patient’s cancer is unique, not all imaging tests are […]
cancer patient, cancer treatment, cancer treatment centers of americaClinical trials are critical to the advancements we’ve seen in the treatment of cancer thus far, yet more needs to be done. Despite their importance, fewer than five percent of cancer patients are enrolled in clinical trials. Learn about the common reasons patients may not participate in clinical trials and why some trials may not […]
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No one wants to hear the words pre-cancer, but if you do, there’s no need to panic. As the experts at Cancer Treatment Centers of America explain, it doesn’t mean you will get cancer. Unchecked pre-cancer may mean a patient’s condition could become cancerous, but it’s not an absolute. Read more about what pre-cancer means […]
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In the past, cancer treatment meant destroying the cancer, but also potentially negatively affecting other parts of the patient’s health. Thankfully, with advances in modern medicine, treating cancer today means far less aggressive options for some cancers. Options now include precision-focused treatments, like targeted therapies or immunotherapy drugs. “We are learning that we can be […]
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“The goal is to alter the prognosis. Additional studies are needed to determine if increasing muscle mass in patients could improve outcomes,” according to Cynthia Lynch, MD – Medical Director of the Breast Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix. Oncologists stress the importance of a healthy diet and exercise for […]
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In the past, tumor growth for patients on immunotherapy meant treatment should be stopped. But research now shows it may not mean a patient’s cancer has worsened. As Ashish Sangal, MD, Medical Director of the Lung Cancer Center and Medical Oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix explains, “Immunotherapy drugs cause the tumor to […]
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According to a study by the American Cancer Society, 50 to 90 percent of patients report feeling fatigued. What once may have been a simple task, may now seem exhausting to cancer patients. Unfortunately, resting may not be enough to relieve that fatigue. But the good news is, there are other things that can be […]
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*Always consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment. While people may know taking certain over-the-counter medications with prescriptions are not recommended, you may not know that some of those over-the-counter medications may also reduce the effectiveness of some oral chemotherapy drugs. Some interactions may even be dangerous for patients. As […]
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