Author: Suchita Kumari
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Pain Points for Cancer Patients and How to Manage Them
Cancer treatment, while life-saving, often comes with challenging side effects due to the impact of chemotherapy and radiation on both cancerous and healthy cells. During treatment, controlling these symptoms is essential to preserving quality of life.These are the most common pain points cancer patients face, and how diet can help with them. Mucositis – Painful…
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Art, Music, and Nature: Creative Therapies That Nourish the Soul During Cancer
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, affecting not just the body but also the mind and spirit. While medical treatments are essential, integrating expressive and creative therapies can provide emotional relief, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. Art, music, and nature therapies offer powerful ways to process emotions, find joy, and foster resilience during treatment.…
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Anti-Cancer Diet: Nutrition Tips to Reduce Cancer Risk
While there is no single “anti-cancer” diet proven to cure cancer, Research shows that certain dietary and lifestyle choices can help lower the chance of developing cancer, lessen treatment side effects, and improve overall health.Here are some key guidelines to follow: Foods to Include : Go Organic Choosing organic foods minimizes exposure to harmful herbicides,…
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Ayurveda and Cancer: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing
A disease that affects millions of people globally, cancer is one of the most challenging diseases of our time. While modern medicine offers treatments like chemotherapy and radiation, many people are turning to Ayurveda, an Indian holistic healing system that dates back 5,000 years. Ayurveda’s natural, balanced approach can help strengthen the body, lessen the…
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Monoclonal Antibodies: A Powerful Weapon Against Cancer
Cancer is a deadly disease where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, harming the body. Chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery are just a few of the numerous treatments that scientists have developed throughout the years. One of the newest therapies to combat this disease, which has shown great promise, is Monoclonal antibody therapy. What Are Monoclonal Antibodies? Monoclonal…
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Cancer and Dairy Products: Is Milk Safe?
Milk is often called a “complete food” because it contains essential nutrients like calcium, protein and vitamin-D. However, modern milk is not as pure as it used to be; it often contains additives, chemicals, and hormones that are bad for our health. Dairy consumption may be connected to several types of cancer, according to research,…
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Language Literacy and Cancer: How Communication Gaps Affect Treatment in India
In India, With more than 22,000 languages and dialects spoken in India, effective communication in the medical field is still quite difficult. Language and health literacy challenges can cause uncertainty, poor decision-making, and even treatment discontinuation for cancer patients, especially at public hospitals with low resources. Studies show that nearly 40% of medical errors in…
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The Travel Burden: Why Distance to Cancer Care is a Major Barrier in Rural India
Cancer is a tough battle, but for patients in rural India, the fight begins long before treatment – it starts with the struggle to reach a hospital. World-class cancer centres (such as Tata Memorial, AIIMS, and CMC) may be found in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Vellore, but getting there is extremely difficult for…
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Cancer and the Financial Burden: How to Manage Costs Effectively
A cancer diagnosis is life-altering, not just emotionally and physically but also financially. The cost of treatment can be overwhelming, often requiring a significant financial investment. This responsibility becomes even more difficult when the patient is the main provider or a young, independent professional. Understanding the Financial Impact The financial impact of cancer is different…
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The Hidden Costs of Immunotherapy for Cancer: What Patients Often Overlook
By using the body’s immune system to combat cancer cells, immunotherapy has completely changed the way that cancer is treated. Immunotherapy aids the immune system in identifying and attacking cancers more efficiently than chemotherapy or radiation, which directly kill cancer (and frequently healthy cells as well). Even though this treatment gives patients new hope, the…