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  2. – Bladder cancer
  3. – Brain Tumors
  4. – Breast Cancer
  5. – CAT Scans
  6. – Cancer
  7. – Cancer Vaccine
  8. – Cancer diagnosis
  9. – Cancer testing
  10. – Cervical cancer
  11. – Colon Cancer
  12. – Colon Polyps
  13. – Colonoscopy
  14. – DNA and Cancer
  15. – GI Cancer
  16. – How cancer is detected
  17. – Lung Cancer
  18. – Male breast cancer
  19. – Mammograms
  20. – Melanoma
  21. – Ovarian Cancer
  22. – PSA Testing
  23. – PSA test
  24. – Prostate Cancer
  25. – Skin Cancer
  26. – Testing for Cancer
  27. – Thyroid cancer
  28. – What causes cancer
  29. – What is Cancer
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What is the Polypill?

Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses the Polypill. The Polypill is being developed in response to an important reality surrounding cardiovascular disease. There are three important drugs that can help prevent heart disease (statins, ACE inhibitors, and aspirin). These drugs are not taken for two major reasons. First, the drugs are simply too expensive for much of the world, including countries as developed as Russia. And secondly, in developed nations where the drugs are affordable patients too often fail to comply - after three years 70% of patients do not take the medications as prescribed. (Read more about What is the Polypill?)

All Types of Alcohol Linked to Breast Cancer Risk

A recent study by Kaiser Permanente Researchers has found that the effects of alcohol on breast cancer are the same, regardless of whether a woman drinks wine, beer, or liquor. The ethyl alcohol found in those drinks and the quantity consumed are the factors that weigh heavily on breast cancer risk. Researchers believe the increased risk from three or more drinks a day is similar to the increased breast cancer risk from smoking a pack of cigarettes a day or more. They claim that "Population studies have consistently linked drinking alcohol to an increased risk of female breast cancer, but until now there has been little data, most of it conflicting, about an independant role played by the choice of beverage type." (Read more about All Types of Alcohol Linked to Breast Cancer Risk)

Joe Theismann Superbowl

When you settle down on Sunday to watch hours--and we mean hours of Superbowl coverage--.and you’re drinking your soft drinks and your beer, does an enlarged prostate force many of you into deciding whether to stay for the next play or missing it because you just gotta go?

Former Superbowl quarterback Joe Theismann will tell you, you’re not alone. (Read more about Joe Theismann Superbowl)

What is Cancer?

By Dr. Chitti Moorthy -Director, Departments of Radiation Medicine and Radiology,
New York Medical College, Valhalla , NY

The cause of cancer lies deep within the building blocks of a person's cells (genes and DNA). If these blocks become disorganized, cancer may develop. (Read more about What is Cancer?)

Radiation Oncology

By Dr. Chitti Moorthy

In recent years, Radiation Oncology has made great strides in cancer treatment. Alone or in combination with other treatments, radiation therapy is dramatically raising cancer cure rates. Leading medical centers provide state-of-the-art radiation therapy in a comfortable and caring environment. (Read more about Radiation Oncology)

What is Cancer and How it is Caused

Cancer is a term used to describe a group of illnesses all having certain common characteristics. There are over 200 different types of cancer and all have a specific name, treatment and a chance of being cured. The human body is made of organs, such as the brain, liver and heart. And each of these organs is made up tissues, such as fat, blood vessels and muscles. (Read more about What is Cancer and How it is Caused)

VIRTUAL COLONOSCOPY

There’s no question, early screening for colon cancer saves lives, particularly among those aged 50 and older. But there is a debate now among medical experts: can patients get as good, and as safe a reading by using virtual colonoscopy, which uses x-ray images, or must they still go for a standard colonoscopy which uses a scope to look into the colon? (Read more about VIRTUAL COLONOSCOPY)

TESTICULAR CANCER

They are two news broadcasters with a common bond: Sean Kimmerling, the WB 11 sportscaster in New York; and Dan Abrams of NBC.

Dan says, “No one expects to hear the words ‘You have cancer.’ I think it’s even more unexpected for people who are young and healthy.”

Both developed testicular cancer. But they differ in one very significant way. “Sean Kimmerling was a month younger than me, in the same business as me and was in the same hospital as me with the same disease as me. He died and I didn’t,” says Dan. (Read more about TESTICULAR CANCER)

NON-MELANOMA SKIN CANCER STUDY

While skin cancer has always been associated with melanoma, cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are becoming increasingly common. Each year, about a million people in the United States learn that they have skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. 40 to 50% of Americans who live to age 65 will have skin cancer at least once.

Now a new study shows the rates of two types of skin cancer--basal cell and squamous cell cancer--are on the rise, turning up much more frequently in very young people.

Dr. Ann Dacko, a dermatologic surgeon at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, says, “Most people develop skin cancer around the age of 50 or later, both men and women. Recently however I’ve had many more patients, patients in their twenties, and thirties have developed non-melanoma skin cancer. It’s not lethal but it still is a cancer.” (Read more about NON-MELANOMA SKIN CANCER STUDY)

MELANOMA SCREENING

Finally! It’s the first unofficial weekend of the summer!
But if you’re heading out into the sun, here’s a question for you: have you had your skin screened?

Everyone should!

Melanomas cause 80 percent of deaths from skin cancer. But here’s the good news: most serious cases of melanoma and most melanoma deaths can be prevented if people would simply do two things: use sunscreen, and get their skin screened! (Read more about MELANOMA SCREENING)

Lyme Disease Jacksonville, Florida

Dr. Bridget FreemanDr. Bridget Freeman Atlantis Medical Center PA
1617 Thacker Ave
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
Call 888-537-5454

No one expects to be afflicted with an agonizing disease when hiking in the woods or playing with your pet, but Lyme Disease can do just that. A debilitating illness, it can change the way you would normally live life. Dr. Bridget Freeman, M.D., and her team at Atlantis Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida can help treat the disease without using machines and keeping a very personal relationship with patients.


Neck Surgery Westchester, NY 10530

Dr. Bennie ChilesDr. Bennie Chiles Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call (888) 281-4568

Planning to have a neck surgery? Get it done by a skilled and experienced neurosurgeon like Dr. Bennie Chiles III. Double Board Certified Dr. Chiles practices at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery in Hartsdale, NY. He is also an attending neurosurgeon at a number of prominent hospitals in the area.


Oncology/Oncologist Westchester NY 10532

Dr. Tauseef AhmedDr. Tauseef Ahmed Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call (888) 850-9152

Looking for an oncologist? Get your cancer treatment with a reputed oncologist. Dr. Tauseef Ahmed treats patients throughout the New York Metropolitan Area and Lower Hudson Valley. He is a recognized clinical investigator and pioneer and a consistent "Top Doctors" pick by Castle Connolly.


Cervical Cancer Doctor Osceola, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

If you're looking for a diagnosis or need to treat cervical cancer, it's important to find a doctor and a support staff you can rely on. Cervical Cancer can effect each women in a very different way depending on a number of factors including age, onset, and the stage of the cancer; you need a Doctor with access to state of the art technology and unrivaled expertise in the medical field. In Osceola, Florida, the Osceola Cancer Center has a dedicated team that can help you through this difficult time.


Lung Cancer Treatment Orlando, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

Lung cancer is a disease which causes the tissue in the lungs to grow uncontrollably. It is responsible for 1.3 million deaths each year and is the most common form of cancer in men and second most common cancer in women. The causes of lung cancer include smoking, asbestos, radon gas exposure, and viruses. Smoking introduces carcinogens into the lungs and dulls the immune system response. Asbestos and radon gas exposure can be deadly, and viruses have potential to cause cancer in humans. The main treatments include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.


Prostate Cancer Treatment

Dr. Alfred RosenbaumDr. Alfred Rosenbaum Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx, NY 10469
Call (888) 860-7136

The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care offers Westchester County state-of-the-art treatments for prostate cancer and benign prostate hyperplasia. Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Alfred Rosenbaum has the skill and experience needed to provide patients with the highest quality of care.


Cancer Care Bronx, NY

 Eastchester Center for Cancer Care Eastchester Center for Cancer Care Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx, NY 10469
Call (888) 860-7136

Are you in need of specialized cancer care? The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care is a cancer treatment center whose oncologists offer quality care with the latest techniques. The comprehensive list of specialized treatments include radiation therapy, radiation treatment, chemotherapy and radiosurgery. Rest assured, you're in good hands with board certified, skilled and experienced oncologists watching over you.


Breast Cancer Surgery Westchester, New York

 The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital The Columbia University Comprehensive Breast Center at Lawrence Hospital Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville, NY 10708
Call (888) 259-3797

Breast Cancer plagues millions of women across the country. Rather than run the risk of having it grow more severe, it is crucial that women undergo the right breast cancer surgery that would help significantly lower its level of malignancy and possibly successfully treat it. However, there are only a handful of breast surgeons who possess both a professional and caring manner that would make the process much more manageable for breast cancer patients. If you also face this illness, the place to receive the proper breast cancer care is Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery in Westchester, New York. There, you will be met with a patient-sensitive surgeon who will make it his or her priority to make the road towards your recovery a more comfortable and easier one.


Skin Cancer Treatment Manhattan, NY

Dr. Tauseef AhmedDr. Tauseef Ahmed Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call (888) 850-9152

If you have skin cancer, you know the importance of getting treated by the best doctor possible. Timing is key; the earlier it is detected, the greater the chance that you will be cured. Dr. Tauseef Ahmed of Westchester Oncology & Hematology, serving Manhattan, has dedicated many years to studying skin cancer treatment options for condition such as melanoma and dysplastic nevus. He is an oncologist you can trust.


Cancer Testing Osceola County, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

If you feel suspicious that you have cancer, you need to be proactive and find diagnosis. Cancer can damage your health and even become life-threatening. The staff at the Osceola Cancer Center in Osceola County Florida can administer tests to not only determine which cancer you have, but also find the right treatment for it.


Prostate Cancer Osceola County, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

Prostate cancer is most common in men in the United States. While rates of prostate cancer vary across world regions, the prevalence is least in Asian men and highest in black men. Prostate cancer causes cells in the prostate gland to multiply out of control. Such a disease is life threatening and often painful. Prostate cancer can cause problems in urination, erections, and ejaculation. The symptoms even extend to leg pain, bone pain, and fecal incontinence. Treatment methods for prostate cancer include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, HIF ultrasound, and cryosurgery.


Rectal Cancer Westchester, New York

 Center for Advanced Surgery | Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Endoc Center for Advanced Surgery | Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Endoc Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville, NY 10708
Call (888) 302-0762

Rectal Cancer is a serious illness that can permanently damage your health if not treated immediately. Without quality medical assistance, your discomfort can eventually become life threatening. Many people suffering from this illness choose the Lawrence Hospital for Advanced Surgery in Westchester, New York. Their integrated approach to treatment of endocrine related illnesses has helped many on the road to recovery and their reputable service is renowned nationwide for efficient medical results.


Hematology Orlando, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

If you're looking for a cancer center with expertise in hematology, search for the Osceola Cancer Center in the Orlando, Florida area. Their team of brilliant doctors is ready to help you learn all about prevention and treatment for cancer.


Cancer Research/Cancer Clinical Trials Osceola, County Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

If you're battling cancer, you need a knowledgeable and serious care center. The Osceola Cancer Center conducts some of the best cancer research and cancer clinical trials available. Their team of expert doctors is located in Osceola County Florida and is ready to help you.


Skin Cancer Doctor Manhattan, NY 10016

Dr. Tauseef AhmedDr. Tauseef Ahmed Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call (888) 850-9152

With so many doctors to choose from these days, it’'s hard to make a decision without at least some doubt. But if you’re looking for the best skin cancer doctor around, go ahead and lay those doubts to rest; Dr. Tauseef Ahmed serves Manhattan and is the one specialist you'’ll want to have on your side when the going gets tough. He is an authority in the world of oncology and has the resume to show for it.


Cat Scan CT (Computed Tomography) Bronx

Dr. Lucia BoselliDr. Lucia Boselli The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx, NY 10469
Call (888) 860-7136

You need a CAT Scan? Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx offers state-of-the-art imaging services including CAT Scans and MRI. Dr. Lucia Boselli is a consulting physician at the Eastchester and has specialized in radiation oncology.


PET Scan/ Lung Cancer (Bronx)

Dr. Lucia BoselliDr. Lucia Boselli The Eastchester Center for Cancer Care
2330 Eastchester Road
Bronx, NY 10469
Call (888) 860-7136

Need cutting edge imaging services? Positron Emission Tomography (PET) represents the very latest innovation in nuclear medicine, making cancer detection much easier. Dr. Lucia Boselli at Eastchester Center for Cancer Care in the Bronx is a radiation oncology specialist who can give you the treatment you need for your cancer.


Breast Cancer Westchester, NY

Dr. Tauseef AhmedDr. Tauseef Ahmed Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call (888) 850-9152

Are you looking for a caring medical center in Westchester, NY that provides the finest medical techniques currently available for breast cancer? The Westchester Oncology and Hematology Group (WOHG) offices are conveniently located in Westchester, NY to offer you the highest standards in treatment.


Prostate Cancer Treatment Osceola County, Florida

 Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center Osceola Cancer Center
737 West Oak Street
Kissimmee, Florida 34741
Call (888) 287-5593

If you're looking for attentive care in prostate cancer treatment, the Osceola Cancer Center in Osceola County, Florida is available to help. As men get older, the prostate gland typically enlarges. Frequent painful urination, blood in the urine or stiffness in the lower back may be a result of this enlargement, or it may be signs of cancer. Prostate cancer occurs when the cells in the prostate gland grow out of control. It can grow slowly or extremely aggressive, but it's important to receive care from an experienced staff, and you can find just that at the Osceola Cancer Center.


Alternative Cancer Treatment Center Charlotte, North Carolina

Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D.Dr. Immune Recovery Foundation Slava Pashkevich, M.D. Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta, GA 30338
Call 888-337-9370

Cancer is serious, and when some people hear "Cancer", their first reaction is despair. At the Immune Recovery Foundation in North Carolina, and through Alternative Cancer Care, there is hope.