Lung cancer, they say, is a smoker’s disease. For over sixty years and for much of the twentieth century, and indeed long before that, smoking, after all, has been what branded lung cancer as the single biggest killer of cancers in affluent nations. It is perhaps because of this long and intimate relationship with smoking...
Within the last few years, a very disturbing trend has been observed with regard to the rising incidence of colorectal cancer in teens and young adults. This frightening shift calls for the attention of both medical professionals and public health officials. Colorectal cancer, traditionally seen as a disease affecting older adults, is surfacing in the...
Living with the path of cancer treatment is not only associated with the disease itself but also with the arduous side effects of some treatments. If you’re treated with chemotherapy, radiation, or some other type of cancer treatment, it’s very essential to take care of these side effects in order to maintain your quality of...
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the pancreas, an organ in your abdomen. It’s extremely challenging to treat due to several reasons. Allow me to break this down into simple concepts so that it would be easy for everybody to understand, even children! 1. It Hides and Doesn’t Show Symptoms Pancreatic...
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that affects the breasts. Sometimes, it can run in families, which means it can be passed down from parents to their children. This is called hereditary breast cancer. Let’s talk about what makes breast cancer hereditary, how genes are involved, and how you can lower your risk. What...
A cough is something most of us get from time to time. It’s usually our body’s way of clearing our throat or dealing with a cold. But if you have a cough that just won’t go away, it might be a sign of something more serious, like lung cancer. Let’s explore this in a way...
Cancer immunotherapy is a special type of treatment that helps the body’s own immune system fight cancer. This treatment is like giving the immune system extra tools to recognize and destroy cancer cells. It’s a promising way to treat cancer, and many people have found it helpful. But did you know that the use of...
Cancer is a serious illness that affects millions of people around the world. It can be a frightening and challenging experience, but it’s crucial to remember that cancer doesn’t wait for anyone. If you or someone you know is diagnosed with cancer, it’s important to act quickly and seek the right treatment. Understanding Cancer Cancer...
Imagine your body is like a big, busy city. Your lungs are like the city’s air filters, helping you breathe. Sometimes, bad cells can start causing problems in the lungs. This is what we call non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Today, we’ll talk about how doctors are treating this cancer now and what cool new...
Cell phones are a big part of our daily lives. We use them to call, text, browse the internet, and even work. But as we use our phones more and more, some people are worried that they might be harmful, especially when it comes to brain tumors. So, should we be worried? Let’s look at...
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