Five Important Reasons Not to Delay Cancer Screenings
Should you put off your cancer screenings? Experts agree the answer in most cases is “definitely not.” Here’s why:
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The Sugar Dilemma
“I’ve been told to avoid all sugar and white flour since it can make my cancer grow. Is this true? Do I have to give up everything that I love?” The question about sugar and cancer is undoubtedly the most frequently asked nutrition question at the Leever Cancer Center, and it often creates fear in patients who are already anxious. The answer is complex and brings up many issues about the role that our food plays in preventing and/or promoting health and disease.
7 Things to Consider Before You Decide Whether to Get Screened
Many people are still reluctant to get cancer screenings or treatment, but experts suggest you consider several factors before making a decision.
Should COVID-19 Put Your Screening and Treatment Plans on Hold?
“Fear of contracting the coronavirus in health care settings has dissuaded people from screening, diagnosis, and treatment,” Norman E. Sharpless, MD, director of the National Cancer Institute, wrote in Science magazine. “In general, the earlier one receives cancer treatment, the better the results. Cancers being missed now will still come to light eventually, but at a later stage and with worse prognoses.”
Chocolate: Health or Hype?
OPEN MOUTH. INSERT CHOCOLATE. CLOSE EYES. SAVOR. SMILE.
Chocolate is one of America’s favorite foods and is often associated with love, comfort, and well-being. In fact, every year, Americans consume about eight billion pounds (11 pounds per person) and spend over $22 billion on chocolate. Halloween and Valentine’s Day are all about chocolate.
9 Ideas for a Quick Energy Boost
Next time you could use an energy boost, try one of these quick pick-me-ups.