The Importance of Cancer Prevention for Cancer Patients and Survivors
There are many effective cancer prevention tips and habits, but these are mainly geared towards people who haven’t had cancer. Although the same rules apply for current patients and survivors, there are a few especially important things to practice to reduce risk of recurrence.
Increasing Rates for Men and Young Women: When to get Checked
It is recommended that screening for breast cancer start at the age of 40 for women. But what about young women and men? Although it can be rare, the risk of breast cancer in men and young women is on the rise in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 9% of new breast cancer diagnoses are found in young women and 1 out of every 100-breast cancer diagnosis are found in men. Men and young women should be informed about breast screening options to help determine if screening is right for them and if so, when to have it.
Breast Cancer: Risk and Protective Factors
Understanding the risk and protective factors for breast cancer is essential for early detection and prevention.
Acupuncture: A Natural Way to Alleviate Symptoms and Improve Recovery for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors
Acupuncture is a traditional East Asian medicine that has been in practice for over 2,000 years and is now widely used in Western medicine as well. It involves the insertion of super-fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the body's natural healing process. The needles are inserted only into the first layer of the skin, typically about ¼ to ½ inch deep, and are often described as having little to no pain.