There have been many advances in the medical field for cancer patients, which mean better treatment options and monitoring tools. These advances allow for children to spend less time in the hospital while fighting cancer—which also means that more and more care is falling onto the shoulders of parents and other family members. Managing Care One of the most important…

There are achievements and progressions made in the field of cancer research all the time, but one of the most prominent theories comes from early in the 1900s. In 1931, German physiologist Dr. Otto Heinrich Warburg received the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine for his research involving cancer—specifically, Dr. Warburg studied the respiration of cells and the metabolism of…

Cancer is not contagious, at least not in the same way that other diseases are contagious. Kissing, touching, and sharing utensils will not spread cancer. In fact, cancer cells cannot live in the body of another healthy persona, because they are destroyed by the healthy individual’s immune system. However, there are some things that play a role in the development…

As devastating as skin cancer is, it is also one of the easiest types of cancer to take steps to prevent. Even though the sun helps to produce the vitamin D that your body needs, relying on sun exposure can be dangerous—especially because UV rays can damage your skin in as little as 15minutes. Follow these tips for your whole…

Few things in the world are more difficult to hear than, "your child has cancer." The fears, questions, and desperation roll in like a tidal wave. Even if you have not directly experienced these emotions yourself, you can still easily support and come alongside parents dealing with a difficult cancer diagnosis for their child. Practical Steps While the news is…

Cancer research, awareness, and many forms of treatment rely on the generous donations of thoughtful individuals around the world. Regardless of income, race, health, or other factors, anyone can contribute to curing cancer by giving what they are able, even if it doesn’t seem like much. However, there are those that are financially able to give more than the average…

Nausea is the feeling of needing to throw up, while vomiting is the act of throwing up ingested food with the pressure of abdominal muscles. Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is the feeling of nauseous or the act of vomiting due to the physical and psychological effects of chemotherapy drugs. CINV is categorized into 3 groups: Anticipatory: Feeling nauseous before…

Many people in the United States think that increased exposure to pollution, pesticides, and preservatives has increased the incidence of cancer. However, over the last few decades, the incidence of cancer has been declining in higher-income countries and increasing in poorer countries. Childhood Cancers Cancers that occur in childhood seem to have a different etiology than cancers of adults –…

Leukemia is one of the most common and debilitating cancers that is found in children. Children who suffer from leukemia have cancer within the marrow of their bones and within the cells that make up the blood. This cancer is especially aggressive and most often affects children who were otherwise healthy. It can be somewhat difficult to treat, but children…

Dedicated to helping children and their families cope with the diagnosis of childhood cancer, the Mahak facility in Iran provides a healing environment, specialized medical equipment, and ongoing support for its visitors. The facility was created solely on the basis of donations from compassionate individuals. In fact, several parts of the facility are named after a person or organization that…