Cancer Awareness
What Is a Virtual Physical?
A Virtual Physical is a non-invasive procedure that uses precise pictures of the body and organs to screen for cancer, heart disease, and a host… Continue Reading
Every Month Should Be Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Learn How Thermal Imaging Can Improve Early Detection Everyone wants to detect cancer at the earliest stages, and test are available to help do that…. Continue Reading
Is Massage Safe For Cancer Patients?
Discover the benefits of massage therapy for cancer patients by Holly Dunbar, CMT, RH (AGH) from New Moon Body Work and Botanicals in La Plata, MD. Learn how specialized oncology massage can alleviate symptoms during treatment.
Plantar Fasciitis A Common Foot Problem
Have you ever thought about the work your feet do every day? They not only support your body, but are also responsible for transporting your… Continue Reading
Melanoma Update
Melanoma is notoriously not responsive to chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Interferon and Interlukin 2 were the first therapies that had some efficacy in metastatic melanoma… Continue Reading
Ovarian Cancer Know the Signs, Take Action
Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death among the gynecologic cancers and the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women. September is Ovarian… Continue Reading
Choosing the Perfect Workout Playlist
Most people already know what studies show listening to music during exercise motivates you to exercise longer and harder. Plus, music helps you forget fatigue…. Continue Reading
The Oncology Setting That Fits Your Needs
If you live in the Washington Metropolitan area you are very lucky your oncology options are numerous and quite good across the board. In general,… Continue Reading
Esophageal Cancer In 2013
Esophageal cancer 20 years ago was mostly secondary to smoking and alcohol use. The pathology was mostly squamous cell in etiology and was typical of… Continue Reading
The Emotional Aspects Of Having Cancer
Over one million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. Understandably, this diagnosis often brings anxiety and/or fear. Many people living with cancer right now… Continue Reading
