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Cardioprotective Agents Against Anthracycline Cardiotoxicity
Clinical research and practical observations indicated that the cardiotoxicity of anthracyclines is commonly progressive and irreversible. “Anthracycline cardiotoxicity is commonly progressive and
Continue readingChemo-induced heart damage? You are on your own…
Many chemotherapy regimens and radiation can lead to cardiovascular health problems, including increased risk of cardiac dysfunction, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, accelerated atherosclerosis
Continue readingReduce Inflammation Reduce Parkinson’s Disease?
“Increased oxidative stress and chronic inflammation may cause neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s Disease by altering the levels of microRNAs and their target proteins. Antioxidants may provide
Continue readingExercise vs. Drugs to Lower Blood Pressure?
“Exercise can lower blood pressure and reduce visceral body fat at least as effectively as many common prescription drugs, two new reviews report.” Chemotherapy can increase your blood pressure.
Continue readingChemotherapy- Phases of Hair Growth- Have Healthier Hair
One of the most common chemotherapy side effects is hair loss. You can learn more about how to have healthier hair… My name is David Emerson. I am a long-term cancer survivor. I underwent various
Continue readingCongestive Heart Failure- Coenzyme Q10
“Therapy with coenzyme Q10 was associated with a mean 25.4% increase in exercise duration and a 14.3% increase in workload.” Coenzyme Q10. Its a vicious circle. Conventional heart meds can
Continue readingMultiple Sclerosis and your risk of Blood Clots
“Overall, the team concluded that Multiple Sclerosis patients are at increased risk of developing venous thromboembolism, and suggest that “there may be a role for VTE prophylaxis in high risk
Continue reading4 Signs It’s Time to Seek Help for Addiction
Beating addiction often requires expert assistance to get through the worst periods until you are comfortable managing alone. Research suggests that an increased use of drug and alcohol addiction can dramatically
Continue readingHead & Neck Cancer- Integrative Therapy no-brainer-
The Life of a Head & Neck Cancer Survivor is all about Risks. The Risk of Collateral Damage, the Risk of a Relapse of your Primary Cancer or the Risk of a Secondary Cancer. I am both a long-term cancer
Continue readingPost-Radiation Sarcoma- Living in Fear
“Complications that arise from Post-Radiation Sarcoma are those seen with other soft-tissue and bone tumors, such as pathologic fractures, hemorrhage, metastases, and local complications due to direct
Continue readingCurcumin Potentiates Chemo- Head & Neck
“All current treatment regimens for head and neck cancer have adverse effects…That tumours become resistant to cisplatin is a major reason why head and neck cancer patients frequently see their
Continue readingHow to Stay Positive During a Disability
It is possible to apply for disability online or at your local social security office. You’ll need to provide proof of your disability, which includes documentation from the doctor. Disability is
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