541-323-3833Cancer Risk Doubled in Diabetic Women
In an 8 year study that followed over 16,000 type II diabetics, diabetic women had a doubled risk of cancers of the colon, uterus, and ovaries. Read the full story here. Ready to take control of your diabetes? We can help.
Read MoreHPV Status Impacts Head and Neck Cancer Outcomes
Human papilloma virus (HPV) infection impacts response to treatment for head and neck cancer, Georgetown researchers find. Previous studies have found that head and neck cancer patients have a better prognosis if they are positive for the HPV virus. In new research, HPV status also guided treatment choices. Patients with HPV-positive head and neck cancer responded better to treatment with Cetuximab and radiation therapy than did those who did not have the virus. Read the full story here.
Read MoreThe Snack That Reduces Bladder Cancer Risk
Intake of the mineral selenium may decrease bladder cancer risk. For a tasty selenium-rich snack, try 2 brazil nuts a day.
Read MoreHarmful Chemicals in Makeup
Lead, lung irritants, parabens, cancer causing ingredients. Sound like something out of the auto shop? It’s actually in makeup! Check out this video for more information. For safer alternatives, click here.
Read MoreCancer Cell Signals Shield Tumor Cells from Chemotherapy
Why does cancer regrow after effective chemotherapy? Scientists at the Massachusetts of Technology find that, “cues coming from healthy cells in response to the stress of chemotherapy can protect their cancerous neighbors, allowing them (cancer cells) to persist in select refuge sites.” That stress cue is IL-6, a cellular messenger that stimulates inflammation and activates tumor growth signals such as NF-kappa-B. Read the full story here. Many natural medicines effectively decrease IL-6, NF-kappa-B, and inflammation. For that reason, naturopathic oncologists often partner these natural...
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