Is obesity a hidden cancer risk?

Is obesity a hidden cancer risk? Obesity is a risk factor for many diseases worldwide. Being overweight increases your risk of developing cancer. Do you know how obesity provokes cancer? According to researchers, obesity causes 13 different types of cancer. Obesity is one of the major risk factors for cancer. Breast cancer Colorectal cancer Pancreatic cancer Esophageal cancer Gallbladder cancer Ovarian cancer Kidney cancer  Liver cancer  Head and neck cancer Meningioma Thyroid cancer Uterine cancer Mul... Learn More

What are the symptoms of cancer?

What are the symptoms of cancer? Cancer is a disease state when cells of the body grow uncontrollably and unconditionally. It may start anywhere in the body. It may begin in a cell/tissue or body part and remain in that specific region or may spread to the surroundings or remote part of the body. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It’s not infectious but life-threatening. You will be surprised to know how cancer is spreading day by day. The number is just alarming. Our way of life may be greatly... Learn More

Healthy eating habits for cancer patients

Healthy eating habits for cancer patients Cancer treatment affects appetite, metabolism, and body weight. During treatment because of chemotherapy or other radiations, cancer patients undergo some side effects like- Diarrhea Constipation Fatigue Loss of taste Vomiting Nausea Under the doctor’s regular supervision and consultation, a cancer patient must eat an adequate and balanced diet. Should Eat:  Plenty of water (at least 2 liters daily) to avoid dehydration. Because a cancer patient is already undergoing som... Learn More

What is cancer?

What is cancer? Cancer is a disease in which the body's cells grow uncontrollably and unconditionally. It may start anywhere in the body. It may begin in a cell/tissue or body part and remain in that specific region or spread to the surroundings or remote parts of the body.Generally, normal cells die after a certain period or because of any damage to it. This process repeats, and new cells take their places. However, in cancer, cells start to grow uncountable through cell division, and they do not die after a c... Learn More

Prevention is power; stop cancer before it starts

Prevention is power; stop cancer before it starts Today is World Cancer Day. Every February 4 is observed as World Cancer Day. This initiative was taken and led by the Union for International Cancer Control, a Geneva-based NGO that unites and supports the cancer community across the world. This day aims to spread awareness and reduce the consequences of this life-threatening disease.Cancer is a leading cause of death globally. This year, World Cancer Day's theme is “United by Unique”. This theme promotes the individuality of ea... Learn More