Malnutrition in cancer patients can happen when patients are intaking less energy and nutrition than they need. When compared to the rest of the population, people with cancer can be at a higher risk of malnutrition.
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Considering the coronavirus pandemic has brought the world to a stop back in April, there has been a lot of talk about a vaccine. As initial data is being released from different trials, the anticipation is rising tentatively. Here we tried to provide some answers to the most typical questions we've seen being asked.
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Every year, over half a million women get cervical cancer and more than 300,000 die from this disease. It’s tragic, and even more so when we know it’s a preventable disease. More than 85% of new cervical cancer cases happen in developing countries.
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The flu can be really uncomfortable as it is, but it can be even more so for people whose immune systems have been impaired by cancer or cancer treatment. Cancer patients and survivors can be at higher risk for complications from the flu. This is why it’s necessary for their caregivers and family members to take steps to prevent flu from spreading in the first place.
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A lot of cosmetics we can find on shelves of stores have hormone disruptors in their ingredients. Hormone disruptors are known to affect how estrogen and other hormones act in the body, by barring them or imitating them, which throws the body off its natural hormonal balance.
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Carcinoid syndrome is a rare type of cancer. People often ask: why the zebra for carcinoid and neuroendocrine cancer awareness? In medical school, students are told, “When you hear hoofbeats, you assume it’s horses, not zebras.” This is analogous to what happens in medicine.
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It’s November, the Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. This is the time to wear the purple ribbon and help raise awareness of pancreatic cancer in your community. H&B gladly joins this cause.
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There are many cancer-related misconceptions out there, especially online. We at H&B know this can be dangerous and harmful for cancer patients. This is why we compiled a short list of the most common myths surrounding cancer.
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The global rate of cancer incidence is anticipated to grow considerably over the following decades. This is considered to be a consequence of economic and demographic transitions happening worldwide, but also of our lifestyle choices. Smoking, alcohol misuse, obesity, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity, and also reproductive and hormonal factors are considered as causes of cancer and main objectives for primary prevention.
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With the rising global weight of cancer, it is not surprising that cancer has become one of the most Googled diseases. But how can patients steer through the jungle of online health information without getting misinformed or even scammed?
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October is marked as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a great opportunity for increased attention to early detection and treatment. Also, we at H&B want to draw more attention to palliative care of this disease.
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Among other awareness raising opportunities, September is also Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. We at H&B know that more can be done to raise awareness of this terrible illness that is estimated to take the lives of more than 14,000 women this year.
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September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to focus our attention on childhood cancer. We at H&B wish to emphasize the importance of life-saving research and join efforts to make a difference for children diagnosed with any type of cancer.
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Following closely after skin cancer, prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in males in the United States. Most prostate cancer is quite slow-growing and oftentimes brings about a few to no signs of problems until it is very advanced. H&B joins the cause of raising prostate cancer awareness.
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The endocrine system is a system of glands and organs. This is a very precise and sensitive system. When it’s working properly, it’s helping to keep our body fit and healthy. But sadly, the endocrine system can be disrupted by external influence.
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There is no one preventive health measure better than immunization. August is named for annual attention to highlight the significance of vaccination for people of all ages. H&B joins the cause, as always!
US Congress has assigned July 15, as National Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day and July as National Sarcoma Awareness Month. We at H&B recognize the challenges confronted by sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma patients and we value the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and caregivers that are working hard to improve the condition of life of sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma patients.
July is recognized as UV Safety Awareness Month. Dr. Shyamali Singhal, surgical oncologist and founder of H&B, says it is also important to remember to protect our skin throughout the whole year. According to some studies, even just one blistering sunburn during childhood can double the chances of developing melanoma later in life.
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