The 411 On Biological Therapy
Biological therapy is a type of cancer treatment that focuses on using the patient’s immune system to kill cancer cells. It is currently only available in clinical trials and is an active area of cancer research. Also called biological response modifier therapy, bio-therapy and BRM therapy, advances in medicine are allowing researchers to fight cancer […]
Choosing A Surgery, Chemotherapy And Radiation Therapy Cancer Treatments
Thanks to innovation in medicine there are a variety of different treatment options available to those who are fighting cancer. These cancer treatment options are designed to work with the needs of the patient and the type of cancer. Finding a treatment that is right for you is easy when you have a team like […]
A Second Opinion Could Make All The Difference
A cancer diagnosis can alter your life in more ways than one. The emotion that a patient goes through when receiving the initial diagnosis may be overwhelming, but there is good news. Exploring different options and getting a second opinion can help patients and their loved ones make more informed decisions, decide on cancer treatment […]
How To Have “the Cancer Talk” With Kids
Cancer doesn’t just affect the patient. It is a diagnosis that touches an entire family. A concern for many patients is how to have “the cancer talk” with children and explain in a way that makes them feel informed, yet safe. It’s almost like walking a tightrope, having to find the right balance so your […]