Leukemia diagnoses can be overwhelming. With such a serious illness, you might be concerned about the physical and psychological effects. However, it's crucial to keep in mind that there are available treatments, so there's no need to freak out.

Leukemia is a type of cancer in which the body produces an excess amount of white blood cells—which weakens the immune system and affects other organs in the body. Thankfully, there are a variety of…

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Once the word "chemo" is dropped in front of people, their minds start going wild. They look for advice from everywhere they can get. And when that happens, everyone seems to have incomplete secondhand knowledge because they know someone who has undergone chemotherapy treatment. Along with all the tips and expressions of sympathy, clichés often come into mind regarding cancer and chemo.

Statements like "my colleague was throwing up every day," "I know someone who was completely…

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. Though it is most often diagnosed in men over the age of 50, it can occur at any age. If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you could be confused between the different cancer treatment options available.

In this blog post, we will explore prostate cancer treatment and surgery. We will discuss the different types of treatment available and the side effects of…

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When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, it can be a very daunting and confusing time. There are so many decisions that need to be made and it can be difficult to know where to start. One of the most important decisions you will make is choosing an oncologist—a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.



There are many factors to consider when choosing an oncologist, from their training and experience to their bedside manner and more. In this blog post, we will… Continue