cancer prevention

The Impact of Exercise on Cancer Recovery

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The journey to cancer recovery can be both physically and emotionally challenging. There’s the process of readjusting, being extremely mindful of –or paranoid about– your health, and coping with a changed world around you. These can be mentally strenuous and difficult to manage for cancer survivors. However, research shows that exercise can make that burden …

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Early Detection Saves Lives: Understanding the Importance of Regular Cancer Screening for Women

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Every year, cancer affects millions of people, many of whom are women. Women are also highly susceptible to various gender-specific cancers, from breast cancer to cervical and ovarian cancer. On top of that, access to proper healthcare in some regions is deficient. These statistics and the level of care available highlight the urgent need for …

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CANCER PREVENTION PEARLS intercepting cancer

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The rate at which people are developing cancer is alarming. Have you seen the startling statistics? Every year, more than 120,000 Nigerians are diagnosed with cancer and about 80,000 deaths occur, meaning about 2/3 of people who have cancer die from it. Okay...take a deep breath, Practice safe sex

11 Common Cancer Myths Debunked

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For someone who hardly packs what she needs when going to see family, I received a rude shock when I was told there was no antiperspirant at home, why? My mum heard it causes cancer. For someone spending her hard earned money on medical fees for me, I was sad she could take such a …

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Ovarian Cancer; Facts and Figures.

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The most popular forms of cancer known to an average woman are the breast and cervical cancer. These cancers are responsible for the death of millions of women all over the world. It is of little wonder that not much attention is paid to other forms of cancer. Specifically, ovarian cancer-which is just as deadly.  …

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Myths About Cancer Treatment you should be aware of

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Fear, dread, anxiety, emotional distress.… Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing experience that is rightly defined by one’s access to the right support and verified information. Sadly, this isn’t always the case for a huge number of cancer patients. This is further worsened the horrible myths about cancer treatment. Understanding that the dearth of …

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Cancer and Your Relationship

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A lot of changes follow a cancer diagnosis. There are usually significant changes to your health, outlook to life, routines, work and daily activities. As you go through treatment, other changes may also occur. One of the big changes that will occur is your relationship with other people: especially when they are informed of your …

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Understanding Cancer Risks Factors

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For most cancers, the specific cause is often unknown. When cells develop with no control and invade nearby areas, it is often due to a combination of factors. These cancers develop over a while and are often due to a number of factors called risk factors. A risk factor is any attribute or feature that …

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