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How to Cope with Chemotherapy
Living with cancer is often stressful and difficult. There are many treatments available, and one of the most common is chemotherapy. Learning how to cope with chemotherapy and its side effects is very important in keeping your mental and physical … Continue reading
A Cancer Diagnosis: What Happens Next?
The National Cancer Institute reports that an estimated 1.6 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in 2011. The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 11.9 million Americans have been diagnosed with cancer, either recently or in the past. Despite … Continue reading
Categories: Cancer Care
Tags: Cancer, cancer diagnosis, cancer treatments, Fort Worth, Plaza Medical Center
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Breast Cancer 101
According to the American Cancer Society, a woman’s chance of developing invasive breast cancer is approximately 1 in 8, and the chance that she’ll die from the disease approximately 1 in 35. These alarming numbers prompt many women to learn … Continue reading
How Hormonal Suppression Works
Hormonal suppression is the blocking of certain hormones—commonly estrogen and testosterone—in order to slow the growth of some cancers. Also sometimes referred to as hormone therapy, androgen deprivation therapy or androgen suppression therapy, this method of treatment is sometimes used … Continue reading
What Men Should Know About Prostate Health
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer diagnosed in men in the United States, and it is the second leading cause of cancer death. The American Cancer Society estimates that 1 in 6 men will get prostate cancer … Continue reading
Nutrition during Chemotherapy: Helpful Hints to Keep You Going
Chemotherapy is a common treatment for cancer because it effectively kills dangerous cells. The drawback of chemo is that it also kills healthy cells, which can lead to some unpleasant side effects. Some of these side effects include decreased … Continue reading
Skin Cancer Prevention
As temperatures start to heat up and it becomes brighter and nicer outside, more people are heading outside to soak up the sun. Sitting by the pool, hiking, and attending festivals are great ways to enjoy a sunny day. However, … Continue reading
Categories: Cancer Care
Tags: Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth, prevention, skin cancer, sunscreen, tanning
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Cancer Prevention 101
If you’re like most people, your life has been touched by cancer in some way. Perhaps a friend or family member has been diagnosed, or maybe you are a cancer patient yourself. While there are no surefire ways to prevent … Continue reading
Categories: Cancer Care
Tags: cancer prevention, diet, exercise, Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth, sunscreen, tobacco, weight
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Chemotherapy Basics
Chemotherapy treatments can be both physically and emotionally trying for patients. The idea of them can be daunting. While the side effects serve as an unpleasant reminder of your current struggle, the treatment is often vital in killing cancerous cells … Continue reading
Categories: Cancer Care
Tags: Cancer, Cancer Care, chemotherapy, Plaza Medical Center
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Prostate Cancer Prevention
Prostate cancer occurs when malignant cells form in the prostate tissue. Detecting prostate cancer early means an increased chance of catching it at a curable stage. Screening aims to catch cancer before it has a chance to spread. Prostate cancer … Continue reading