After all, this disease is nothing to be trifled with. Fortunately, the survival rate for breast cancer is one of the best amongst all types, thanks to advances in science and technology in terms of early detection, correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Colon Cancer Survival Rate Stage 3Indeed, early detection is the key to surviving breast cancer in addition to applying the right nutritional and holistic treatments. In fact,...more
At that time the results were not very satisfactory as the radiation beams did not penetrate deeply to irradiate the cancerous tumors and resulted in skin cancer and morbidity.Colon Cancer Survival Rate Stage 2 However by the 1980s equipment like the linear accelerator was used by oncologists. This helped to aim at the targeted area better and increased the speed of the high energy particles being delivered. Treatment for this type...more
A three-story, $140 million temporary office and conference building opened Monday, signifying the start of a major renovation of the United Nations headquarters in New York City.The building is part of a larger renovation project estimated to be completed in 2013. The original 57-year-old building currently violates several New York City safety and fire codes, but more importantly, is filled with asbestos, a toxic fiberonce used in construction.Asbestos exposure is linked to several serious and sometimes deadly medical conditions, including mesothelioma, a rare but deadly form of lung cancer that often manifests years after the initial exposure. Due the danger and time-consuming nature of asbestos removal, it should only be attempted by a licensed professional.Around 1,300 U.N. staff are currently working in the 39-story Secretariat building, where more than 20 asbestos removal projects have already taken place. The U.N. Staff Union, an organization representing more than 5,000 staff at U.N. headquarters criticized the renovation efforts for starting on the asbestos removal before the building was emptied. Late March is listed as the anticipated date the remaining...more
Radon is a natural radioactive element that is found in the soil and rocky areas of the world. It is in higher concentrations at certain places. Radon has become such a serious problem that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given special attention to it. It is normally found in high concentrations at coal mines. However,...more
A liver cleanse will help clean all the bad toxins out of the liver. Many types of things can cause toxins to build up in the liver. Cigarette smoking will add toxins to this vital organ, believe it or not. The smoke travels through the bloodstream and into many vital organs within the body. The liver is one of the most important...more
First, let's be clear about what mesothelioma is before identifying which geographic locations are most likely to be affected by this debilitating, dangerous, and life-threatening condition. This disease (a cancer that affects areas lining the lungs and abdomen) is almost exclusively caused by asbestos exposure. Other conditions that can be caused by asbestos exposure include scarring of the lungs (asbestosis), lung cancer, and general malaise. Areas Of The United States Recording The Highest Rates Of CasesBelow, we address the environmental issues that are leading factors of asbestos exposure that results in higher rates of this disease and asbestosis. Of course, that is a direct determinant to where there are the highest rates of asbestos-related diseases.You cannot point a finger at a particular state or community that is responsible for this dangerous disease until you examine and identify which locations have a cluster of cases of mesothelioma or other asbestos-related problems. Once identified, you will invariably find this area with victims is a high source of asbestos exposure.Let's start by looking at one highly visible case as a recent example of a town that had a high...more
Many people in the world are vegetarian, a trend that is growing. But many studies are showing that vegetarians are less healthy than their non-vegetarians peers. Why is this so? You would think that a diet with plenty of fruit and...more
Believe that everything is possible; that's the power of positive thinking. But have you ever really taken the time to understand the true power your mind when you talk to your body? When you wake up in the morning and say to yourself: "I feel...more
When most people think about wood stoves, they visualize a little house in a country setting with little to no modern conveniences. But the truth is that today, many modern homeowners are turning to wood burning stoves. The models that have been...more
The info gives lots of *proof* that it'sthe real deal -- I'm convinced!This one-minute cure is an awesome therapythat most people will never know becausepowerful enterprises, cartels and agencieswhose financial interests are threatened byit are...more
Cancer willfind you whether you lead a healthy or unhealthylifestyle; whether you're physically fit or out ofshape; whether you exercise regularly or are acouch potato; whether you're rich or poor, male orfemale; whether you're a vegetarian,...more
Just as in the general population, there has been agrowing epidemic of cancer among celebrities andpublic figures, such as in the recent cases ofPatrick Swayze, Cristina Applegate, Sheryl Crow,Melissa Etheridge, Farrah Fawcett, Ted Kennedy,Kylie...more