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The moment she heard that her mother, then 67, had advanced breast cancer, Stacie Dusetzina began hunting for potential treatments. A cancer policy researcher at Vanderbilt University, Dusetzina knew the go-to drug in many cases was Pfizer Inc.’s Ibrance. She learned it might cost her mother, who lived on a fixed income, around $10,000 out of pocket annually.

Medicare, required by law to cover cancer treatment, would have paid much of the rest of the cost. At the time, in 2020, the pill listed for a jaw-dropping $160,000 a year, rising more recently to $214,000. Continue reading →

Woman, 27, Diagnosed With Blood Cancer Shares 7 Symptoms She Overlooked
A woman who was diagnosed with stage 2 Hodgkin lymphoma has shared the symptoms that led to her diagnosis, revealing she had blood cancer.

According to Mayo Clinic, Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which helps the body fight germs and diseases. It’s a group of blood cancers that form in the white blood cells called lymphocytes.

Stage 2 indicates the cancer is found in two or more groups of lymph nodes… (Continue to full article)

The above graphic shows the seven factors scientists say raise the risk of colon cancer in younger men

‘I’m a Gastroenterologist — These Are the 4 Colon Cancer Signs You Should Never, Ever Ignore’
Colon cancer rates are surging worldwide, especially among younger and relatively healthy people , making it more important than ever to know the signs of the disease and screen for it sooner. Early-onset colorectal cancer occurs in patients between 25 and 49 years old, and the current rate in most western and industrialized countries is 14 to 17 cases per 100,000 individuals.

“Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and the fourth leading cause in women, according to the American Cancer Society… (Continue to full article)

Common Cooking Oils Linked to Breast Cancer Growth
Scientists have discovered a mechanism connecting omega-6 fatty acids to aggressive breast cancer progression.

A type of fat found in commonly used seed oils has been linked to faster growth of one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat forms of breast cancer.

A recent study found that high linoleic acid consumption activated a critical growth pathway in cancer cells… (Continue to full article)

Bladder Cancer: Symptoms to Look Out for and When to See a Doctor
A “game-changer” study claims bladder cancer patients given an immunotherapy drug are a third less likely to see disease come back and are more likely to survive.

Patients with advanced (muscle-invasive) bladder cancer had significantly less risk of cancer progressing or returning when treated with durvalumab, and were more likely to still be alive two years after treatment.

Experts from the University of Sheffield and Barts Cancer Institute at Queen Mary University of London included 1,063 patients with operable bladder cancer in their study… (Continue to full article)

Symptoms of Bladder Cancer in Women
Symptoms of bladder cancer can include issues that relate to passing urine, such as blood in urine and changes in the frequency of urination.

Overall, bladder cancer is more common in males than in females. About 9 in 10Trusted Source bladder cancer cases occur after the age of 55, with an average age of onset of about 73.

Blood in the urine is a common early sign, which many females may mistake for other issues or doctors may misdiagnose. This can lead to later-stage or more advanced cancer.

This article reviews the symptoms that females with bladder cancer may experience. It will also explain risk factors, prevalence, and the outlook for bladder cancer

Are Uterine Cancer and Endometrial Cancer the Same?… (Continue to full article)

A doctor is calling for a ‘pause’ on a common medical test given to millions of people each year after research found it could be contributing to America’s cancer crisis.

Computerized tomography (CT) scans can be life-saving tests, used to diagnose and monitor diseases like cancer and bone injuries, as well as to assist in surgeries and evaluate the effectiveness of certain treatments.

However, experts say they are sometimes overprescribed and performed unnecessarily, potentially because of money-making opportunities for the hospitals, as the tests are very expensive (costing as much as $6,800 per scan), or out of doctors’ fears of missing a diagnosis and being sued. Continue reading →

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of less than 10%. Often called a “silent killer,” it typically shows few early symptoms, making it challenging to detect until it has reached an advanced stage.

According to the American Cancer Society, over 62,000 new cases of pancreatic cancer were diagnosed in the United States in 2024, with nearly 50,000 deaths.

This article identifies 10 symptoms of pancreatic cancer that Americans frequently overlook and provides direct links to authoritative sources for more detailed information. Understanding these signs can help raise awareness and potentially lead to earlier diagnosis. Continue reading →

In today’s world, plastic products are ubiquitous, permeating nearly every aspect of modern life. However, research highlighting a concerning link between these plastics and human health. Studies indicate that microplastic particles can cause DNA damage and may significantly increase the risk of various cancers

Microplastics and nanoplastics are tiny particles that form as plastic materials degrade. Microplastics are defined as having a diameter of less than 5 millimeters, while nanoplastics, formed through the further breakdown of microplastics, measure less than 1 micron. These particles can enter the human body through multiple pathways: ingestion, inhalation, and even skin absorption. Once inside, they can accumulate in the bloodstream, gastrointestinal tract, and organs such as the lungs, liver, kidneys, and even the brain. Continue reading →

Tucker Carlson was left stunned after a top doctor revealed Covid may be responsible for America’s cancer ‘pandemic.’

America is facing a surge of cancers in young healthy people, particularly diseases like colon and pancreatic cancer that were once thought to be an ‘old person’s’ condition.

While a host of factors like environmental toxins, diet, and lifestyle have all been to blame in recent years, a top cancer researcher suggests Covid may play a role. Continue reading →

Doctors recommend taking in more omega-3s in the form of salmon and other oily fish and nuts. Omega-6s, though, generally come in the form of vegetable oils used in cooking, processed foods, and fast food

A variety of foods that make up a healthy diet contain compounds that researchers now believe could turbocharge the growth of tumors.

Eggs, tofu, seed oils, and nuts contain essential (WARNING!) Omega 6 fatty acids that the body cannot make on its own. Maintaining a balance of omega-6 fatty acids and omega-3s is crucial for brain development, bone health, metabolism regulation, and other vital bodily processes.

The body only needs these heart-healthy fatty acids in small quantities, and doctors recommend taking in more omega-3s in the form of salmon and other oily fish and nuts. Omega-6s, though, generally come in the form of vegetable oils used in cooking, processed foods, and fast food, and Americans consume a lot of them.

A variety of foods that make up a healthy diet contain compounds that researchers now believe could turbocharge the growth of tumors. Continue reading →

Pancreatic cancer is often called the “king of cancers” because it is difficult to detect early and it has a high mortality rate. On the “Health 1+1” program, Guo Shifang, director of the Department of Integrative Medicine at Chi Mei Medical Center in Taiwan, said abdominal pain linked to pancreatic cancer has distinct characteristics and stressed the importance of seeking immediate medical evaluation if such symptoms arise.

About 66,440 new cases of pancreatic cancer were diagnosed in 2024, with 51,750 deaths projected during the same period, according to the National Cancer Institute. Pancreatic cancer accounts for 3.3 percent of all new cancer cases in the United States but is responsible for 8.5 percent of all cancer-related deaths. Continue reading →

* Breast cancer cases in Americans under 45 years old dramatically increased after the introduction of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, from approximately 26,000 in 2019-2022 to 297,000 in 2023, a nearly 1,000% increase in just 5 years.

* The rise in breast cancer cases coincides with a high percentage (90%) of American women receiving at least one mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.

* Natural health advocates argue that the increase in cancer cases, particularly aggressive and late-stage cancers among young individuals, is directly linked to the administration of COVID-19 vaccines.

* The author suggests that the rapid increase in cancer cases, especially among those with no family history of the disease, is being overlooked or ignored by the medical community due to potential repercussions for speaking out against the vaccines. Continue reading →

Dr Catherine Sue Hwang was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 46 years. She has revealed how it has affected how she treats patients.

Hwang had treated dozens of patients with breast cancer and felt she knew everything there was about the disease.

So it was a complete shock when, despite having no symptoms or family history of the disease, a routine mammogram found five masses in her right breast.

The 46-year-old, from Florida, went from being a radiation oncologist at a major Breast Radiation Oncology center in Orlando to one of its patients.

She had both her breasts removed, several rounds of chemotherapy, radiation, and then more surgery to have her uterus and ovaries taken out to fight off the disease. Continue reading →

It kills about half a million people every year. Pancreatic cancer can often be halted, but it’s rarely detected in time.

The largest gland in the human body produces enzymes and hormones that are vital for digestion and metabolism. However, it is also susceptible to disease. The earlier pancreatic cancer is diagnosed, the better the survival rate, doctors say. Continue reading →