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"Less than a century ago, the prognosis for those diagnosed with cancer tended to be bleak. However, in recent decades massive strides have been made in the understanding and treatment of cancer. This volume examines the advancements that have occurred in cancer research, including recent studies on the environmental and genetic causes of cancer, new therapies to help treat different types of cancer, and updated opinions on the role screenings and...
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"An empowering, soul-baring personal account and guide from a two-time cancer survivor and healthcare disrupter that shows anyone how to deal with a frightening medical diagnosis in America today, providing the knowledge necessary to take ownership of personal wellbeing and maximize the chances for survival. More than twenty-five years ago, Kathryn Giusti was diagnosed with multiple myeloma at age thirty-seven and given three years to live. With...
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Hay muchos tipos de cáncer y lo mejor es que tomes conciencia de los síntomas o signos de cada uno para que no te sorprendas después de pasar mucho tiempo pensando en cosas y darte cuenta de que ya estás infectado con uno. Muchos tipos de la enfermedad del cáncer son difíciles de determinar, especialmente en la primera fase, que es una etapa vital para saber si tiene esto y poder tomar los medicamentos necesarios mientras la enfermedad aún...
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In the heartbeat of Miami, four women from varied backgrounds come together at The Breast Center, bound by a common challenge: breast cancer. From the anxieties of imaging and the intricacies of treatments to the weight of surgeries, their journeys become a testament to resilience, friendship, and mutual support.
But it's not just their stories that take center stage. The heartbeats of the center-its doctors, nurses, and staff-hold tales of their...
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"I'm sorry, it's cancer."Four words with the power to upend your entire existence and thrust you into an emotional whirlwind. As these words unravel, they unleash trauma, chaos, and threats to every facet of life–from health and body image to relationships, job, career, and future dreams. Thoughts swirl: What did I do so wrong to deserve this? How am I going to survive? Is my body going to be mutilated?Agalia Baker, a retired advanced practice nurse...
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Caring For A Loved One With Cancer & Chemotherapy Treatment: An Easy Guide for CaregiversAs a caregiver, you help your loved one through chemotherapy.This treatment can be physically and emotionally draining, making it difficult to care for your loved one and yourself.This book will help you effectively and gracefully follow this path.Get this book now.
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The use of medical cannabis has gained significant attention in recent years due to its potential therapeutic benefits. As more research emerges, healthcare professionals are exploring the role of cannabis in managing various medical conditions. Although short, this book aims to provide an in-depth overview of the top conditions that have shown promising responses to medical cannabis, backed by scientific references and evidence. It is essential for...
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Powerful poetry from the killing fields of cancer about the nature of mouth cancer and prostate cancer and how one survivor has survived these diseases for eleven years.
Neil Vickers, Lecturer in Literature and Medicine at King's College, University of London: 'Cancer at Both Ends has tremendous value. It is rare to find real poetry on these subjects. This is subtle and powerful verse. Really terrific. I admire the strength of character, the humour...
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Es un libro indispensable para todos aquellos que buscan comprender y adoptar un enfoque consciente e informado de la alimentación. Con información actualizada, estrategias prácticas y un enfoque basado en la evidencia, este libro lo empodera para lograr una alimentación sana y equilibrada que promueva su salud y bienestar en todas las etapas de la vida.
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"Smart Business Problems and Analytical Hints in Cancer Research" is a pioneering exploration of the intersection between data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and oncology. Delving into 25 advanced questions derived from real-world cancer research scenarios, this book offers comprehensive guidelines on leveraging data-driven methodologies to address key challenges in the field. From genomic profiling and patient data integration...
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Slow growing brain tumours change lives forever. This readable and moving non-technical guide is about living with a low grade tumour, a diagnosis given to thousands of people every year. Featuring dozens of personal testimonies from those dealing daily with the impact of their tumours, this book offers information, support and reassurance for those with a low grade brain tumour, their family and friends. Father of two Gideon Burrows was told he had...
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For more than thirty years, Everyone's Guide to Cancer Therapy has been the definitive resource for anyone confronting a cancer diagnosis. The revised and updated fifth edition draws on the latest research, information, and advice from more than 100 top oncology specialists. Equally informative and accessible, this comprehensive book helps cancer patients and their caregivers navigate through diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care.
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"Unraveling Cancer: Progress and Future Directions in Cancer Research" delves into the multifaceted nature of cancer, exploring its causes, types, signs and symptoms, detection and diagnosis, treatment, coping strategies, living with cancer, prevention measures, and future directions in cancer research. The book covers genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors contributing to cancer development, different types of cancer, early warning signs and...
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Diet can play a role in cancer treatment and recovery, but it's important to note that every person's nutritional needs are different and will depend on their individual circumstances, such as the type and stage of cancer, treatment plan, and overall health. It's important to work with a registered dietitian and/or your healthcare team to create a personalized nutrition plan that meets your needs. Beat Cancer with a Nutritious Diet, Stress-Free Lifestyle,...
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Embarquez pour un voyage culinaire éclairé avec "Gastronomie Éclairée". Ce guide exceptionnel vous invite à découvrir une approche novatrice de la cuisine, alliant plaisir gustatif et bienfaits pour la santé. Chaque page est une escale délicieuse o vous explorerez les secrets d'une alimentation équilibrée. Des recettes gourmandes aux techniques culinaires éclairées, ce livre vous accompagnera dans la création de plats savoureux qui nourrissent...
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Have you ever been faced with a challenge that was as confusing as it was daunting? Or that required clear thinking and wise choices when you were overwhelmed and afraid? “Close Contact: Memoir of a Determined Pandemic Cancer Survivor” is Wendy Ormsby's account of being diagnosed with invasive breast cancer at the start of a pandemic and the events that followed: personally frightening news at a universally frightening time. If you or someone...
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1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, but this is not just another cancer book. Breast cancer survivor Kim Harms combines her own experience with extensive research and walks readers through the process of mastectomy and breast reconstruction, weighing the pros and cons, detailing the physical and emotional costs, and laying out the questions cancer fighters need to ask to be their own best advocate. With...
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Ulysses S. Grant reflects on the crucial moments of his life as a husband, a father, a general, and a president while writing his memoirs and reckoning with his complicated legacy in this epic and intimate novel from the author of the “masterly” (The New York Times Book Review) novel Marley.
Barely able to walk and rendered mute by the cancer metastasizing in his throat, Ulysses S. Grant is scratching out words, hour after hour, day after day....
19) The Actual Dance
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A love story with an unexpectedly happy ending, The Actual Dance is told through the eyes and heart of a husband as he struggles with his worst fears during what everyone expects to be his wife's losing battle to breast cancer. Determined to support the "other half of his whole," he provides the positivity his love partner demands and the caregiving she needs. He doesn't share his fears, even as he becomes more certain of her upcoming demise. He also...
20) Keto Cookbook for Beginners: Easy and Healthy 80 Plus Keto Friendly Low-Carb Recipes for Beginner
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In recent years, the keto diet has gained immense popularity as a means of achieving weight loss, improving overall health, and optimizing mental performance. This low-carbohydrate, high-fat dietary approach has become a subject of intrigue, with numerous individuals embracing it as a lifestyle choice. The ketogenic diet, commonly known as the keto diet, is not only a weight loss tool but also a therapeutic intervention for certain medical conditions....
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