Tag: cancer treatment
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The Best Way To Support Physical Health During Treatment
Series: Key Strategies for Wellness Cancer treatment can be physically demanding, but taking steps to support your body can make a significant difference in how you feel and cope. Here are some simple yet effective ways to help you maintain your physical health during this challenging time. Fuel your body right: Prioritize Nutrition Eating well…
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Choosing the Right Oncologist is as Important as Your Treatment
Choosing the right doctor can be as crucial as selecting the treatment itself, especially when navigating the challenging journey of cancer care. Samara Mahindra, founder of Carer, shares a deeply personal story that highlights the profound impact of a compassionate doctor on a patient’s experience. When her mother was diagnosed with cancer, Samara and her…
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Get to know the Health Experts in Cancer Care
Cancer care is not a one-person job—it’s a team effort. Health experts from different fields come together to provide the best possible care for patients. From diagnosis to treatment and recovery, these professionals play a crucial role in ensuring patients feel supported, informed, and cared for. Here’s a simple breakdown of the key health experts…
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Different Cancer Treatments and Their Mechanisms of Action
Cancer treatment has evolved significantly, offering patients a variety of options tailored to their specific needs. An oncologist decides the type of treatment—whether surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy—based on factors like the type of cancer, its stage, the patient’s age, and overall health. Often, a combination of treatments is used to achieve the best…
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Navigating Palliative, Supportive, and End of Life Care Options
Series: Part 1 – Comprehensive Cancer Care Cancer is a challenging journey, not just for patients but also for their families. In India, where healthcare resources can sometimes be limited, understanding the options for palliative, supportive, and end-of-life care is crucial. These services focus on improving the quality of life, managing symptoms, and providing emotional…
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A Holistic Approach to Cancer Care
Dr. Ponam Patil on Integrative Oncology Integrative oncology is an evolving specialty that focuses on patient-centered care, combining conventional medical treatments with complementary therapies to enhance overall well-being. As Dr. Ponam Patil, a leading expert in the field, explains, “Integrative oncology uses complementary therapies parallel to medical treatment, and that is why it is important…
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All About Integrative Oncology: A Holistic Approach to Cancer Care
Cancer is a challenging journey, not just for the body but also for the mind and spirit. Integrative Oncology is a modern approach that combines conventional cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery with non-clinical therapies such as nutrition, physical activity, mental well-being, and meditation. This holistic method aims to improve the overall quality of…
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Become a Better Caregiver
A cancer diagnosis is incredibly hard not just for the patient, but also for their loved ones. Family members, spouses, partners, or close friends often feel the same emotional pain—sometimes even more than the patient. Being a caregiver for someone with cancer is both a rewarding and challenging role. It can be stressful, but with…
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Financial Planning During Cancer Treatment
Along with physical and emotional challenges, cancer brings the stress of high treatment costs. These expenses can drain a family’s savings quickly. Maintaining the presence of mind to plan for and manage the cost of cancer treatment can make a big difference in this difficult journey. The cost of treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries…
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Learn how to Cope After Receiving a Cancer Diagnosis
Knowing and understanding your cancer diagnosis and prognosis is a critical step toward acceptance. The Founder and CEO of Carer, Samara Mahindra discusses how to accept a cancer diagnosis in the fourth episode of Samara Says.