Why Cancer Isn’t Going Anywhere

If your life has been touched by it, cancer can seem like the least normal thing imaginable. It disrupts all aspects of life, threatens many things we hold dear, and baffles us with its mysterious ways. It seems possessed with an uncanny ability to evade our treatments, rise from the dead when we think it’s…

Hydrogen Peroxide for Cancer Treatment

1. Background Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical compound with formula of H2O2. Since its discovery, it was widely used in medicine and employed to treat many diseases, such as whooping cough, cholera, typhoid fever, ulcers, tuberculosis, and asthma. 2. How the Hydrogen Peroxide Works It is well-established that tumor cells survive well under low level…

Woman uses lemon test to detect her own breast cancer

Erin Smith Chieze was diagnosed with stage-four metastatic breast cancer in January 2016 – a diagnosis that, she says, only came about after discovering what breast cancer looks like as well as feels like. “In December of 2015 when I saw an indentation that looked like one of those pictures, I instantly knew I had…

Gerson Therapy

 1. Background The Gerson therapy was developed by Dr. Max Gerson,[i] a German-born American medical doctor. He began to use the therapy for cancer treatment in 1928.[ii] In the past 100 years, the therapy has been continuously modified and improved. It is one of the widely used alternative and complementary cancer treatment in the world…

A Personal Note: Cancer & Easter

You may be wondering about the title “Cancer & Easter.” Let me assure you they are related in more than the obvious fact that I’m writing this on Easter Sunday and I’m writing about my experience of having surgery for my Prostate cancer. Read more: http://www.brucevanhorn.com/personal-note-cancer-easter/ Happy Easter!

Kyle Reese tackling cancer with God

“I look at it, and I think, we’re all going to die at some point,” Reese said. “But no matter what happens here, I win. If the cancer beats me, I still win. I still go to heaven. If I beat the cancer, then I win there, as well. The hard part for me has been,…

Cancer – A Gift from God

God, the king of universe, is in control of all that happens to us, both good and bad. Cancer is designed by God and is a gift from God. Since God is infinitely wise, it is right to call the cancer design with purpose. God creates a human being with 10 trillion cells, from which…

7th grader is fighting cancer with green tea

A budding cancer researcher designed experiments and proved that green tea could kill the tumor cells. His continued interest could result in curing of cancer. Read more: http://www.cnn.com/2017/04/13/us/student-cancer-green-tea-trnd/

Cancer patient’s poems turn into 9-track album

Through lovely lyrics, Linda Trummer shares her personal journey of fighting two types of cancer. “Really working on these projects have been hopeful and given me hope,” Trummer said, “They’ve given me something to live for.” Read more: http://www.fox9.com/news/248261617-story

Chewing gum that detects cancer in development

  Who needs fancy scanners, blood tests and X-rays to tell us if we have cancer. Soon, if an Alabama company has its way, all we will need is to chew a stick of gum. Read more: http://palmbeachhealthbeat.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2017/04/11/chewing-gum-that-detects-cancer-in-development/  

Cancer Frequent Flyer

In 46 years Andrew Kuzyk has beaten cancer nine times and jokes that he is a “cancer frequent flyer”. Read more https://www.thesun.co.uk/living/3301628/grandad-54-defies-all-odds-to-beat-cancer-an-incredible-nine-times-during-46-year-battle/  

Musician Sings During Brain Surgery

Zack Zortman went to a local hospital after having a speech lapse while driving. At the hospital he was given a CT scan, which identified a 5 cm tumor near the temporal lobe, which impacts speech and memory. Zack was immediately rushed to the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where a week later he had…

2017 Kcancer Hero Nomination

Criteria: Anyone who made unique contributions to cancer patient care and inspired cancer patients to fight the disease. Nomination Process: Anyone and any organization may submit a nomination. Submission includes a description of the significant accomplishment or circumstance for which the nominee should be considered for the award. Include the name of nominees, agency or…

Laughing Medicine: Buy Me Out

A very successful businessman had a meeting with his new son-in-law. “I love my daughter, and now I welcome you into the family,” said the man. “To show you how much we care for you, I”m making you a 50-50 partner in my business. All you have to do is go to the factory every…

Cologuard: an noninvasive colon cancer screening test

Cologuard is an easy to use, noninvasive colon cancer screening test based on the latest advances in stool DNA science. It is for adults 50 years or older who are at average risk for colon cancer, and it is available by prescription only. Cologuard finds both cancer and precancer. Here are a few other things to…

Thanks, Dad!

Father says to his son: “you are eighteen and are mature enough now. I allow you to start smoking if you want to” Son: “thanks dad, I’ve quit two years ago”  

Laughing Medicine: A wife’s smoking ultimatum

A man called into a local radio station and told the ”morning guys” that his wife had given him an ultimatum: until he quit smoking, he wasn’t going to get any sex. They asked him, ”How long do you think you”ll be able to hold out?” Reply: ”Until my girlfriend dies”  

Laughing Medicine: Three Wishes

A lady with bone cancer had trouble getting to sleep at night because of the pain. To make matters worse, her tomcat’s yowling would wake her up just as she fell asleep. “I don’t need this,” she raged. She had the tomcat neutered. A few months later she found an ancient lantern up in her…

Thank God for Women!

Today, March 8, 2017, is the International Women’s day. The first International Women’s Day occurred in 1911 and rallies were held across Europe, where women and men demanded the right for women to vote, work, and hold public office etc. One hundred and six years later, It’s a completely different world for women. Women are…

Laughing Medicine: Hospital of the Future

A large cancer hospital ran into financial difficulties, so the board hired a consultant who was known for cutting corners and who claimed that he could do it without having any negative impact on patient care. The trick, according to the consultant, was to do away with “unnecessary” big expenses like salaries. How? He would…

Laughing Medicine: Bad News

A doctor calls a patient to report on a bone scan and biopsy. The patient is out so the doctor leaves a message to call. As usual, no medical details are left. After a day of telephone tag, the doctor and the patient finally get together on the phone. Says the doctor in a matter…

Laughing Medicine: As long as it fits a camel.

Two old ladies were outside their nursing home having a smoke, when it started to rain. One of the ladies pulled out a condom, cut off the end, put it over her cigarette, and continued smoking. Lady 1: What’s that? Lady 2: A condom. Lady 1: Where’d you get it? Lady 2: You can get…

Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Prevention is the best pathway to reduce colorectal cancer. To reduce the cancer risk and prevent colorectal cancer, the following activities are encouraged: Eat a high-fiber diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and whole grains. Limit red meat consumption and avoid processed meats. Consume calcium-rich foods like low-fat or skim milk. Maintain a healthy…

Colorectal Cancer Screen

Regular screening is important for preventing colorectal cancer. Testing can often find colon cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Ninety percent of colon cancer begins when polyps become cancerous. A polyp is a small growth that attaches itself to the inner wall of the colon. Anyone can get colon polyps, but certain people are more…

Colorectal Cancer Risk Factors

Colorectal cancer is the second leading killer among cancer in the United States. Lifestyle factors that may increase your risk of getting colorectal cancer include: Lack of regular exercise A diet low in fruits and vegetables A low-fiber and high-fat diet Being overweight Excessive alcohol use Tobacco use

Author Dying Of Cancer Wrote Essay: “Marry My Husband”

Author Amy Krouse Rosenthal  was terminally ill with ovarian cancer and wrote and published an article help her husband date and marry again once she dies. The emotional essay titled ‘You May Want To Marry My Husband’ in New York Times seeks a partner for her husband. This is un-self loving and moving story. Please read the…

Laughing Medicine: The Importance of Observing Details

A small bottle containing urine sat upon the desk of Dr. William Osler, the eminent professor of medicine at Harvard University. Sitting before him was a class full of young, wide-eyed medical students, listening to his lecture on the importance of observing details. To emphasize his point, Dr. Osler announced, “This bottle contains a sample…

Laughing Medicine: Cancer or Alzheimer’s

This friend of mine had felt unwell for months, so he decided to see his doctor. The doctor examined him and referred him to the hospital to see various specialists. After a couple of weeks, all the test results came through, so my friend returned to see his doctor. “I’m very sorry”, said the doctor….

Laughing Medicine: You’re going to die

A man isn’t feeling well, so he goes to see his doctor. The doctor examines him, and then asks to speak with his wife. The doctor tells his wife that her husband has cancer. The wife asks “can he be cured?”. The doctor replies “there’s a chance we can cure him with chemotherapy, but you…

Kcancer Top 10 Anti-Colorectal Cancer Dinner Menu

Broccoli Cauliflower Green Leaf Vegetables, such as spinach, kale, collard greens, lettuce, watercress, chicory, and Swiss chard Beans, such as red bean, white bean, and soybean Sweet Potatoes Herbs and Spices, such as ginger, garlic, thyme, cayenne pepper, oregano, basil and parsley Whole wheat bagel Whole wheat bread Veggie pasta Brown Rice

Laughing Medicine: Sex after Testicular Cancer Operation

A patient visited his urologist for testicular cancer and expressed concern about being able to perform after the operation. The patient was also worried about the chemotherapy. The doctor said “I too had testicular cancer a few years ago. Ten days after the operation I made passionate love with my wife, and forgot all my…

Laughing Medicine: The Big C

Mary was walking through Walmart when she ran into Harry, who she hadn’t seen in a couple of years. They got to talking and eventually Harry enquired after Grahame; her husband. “Oh Dear: haven’t you heard? Unfortunately he’s no longer with us.” “’What dead?” “Yes.” “I’m sorry to hear that. If it’s not too intrusive,…

Laughing Medicine: Baseball In Heaven

Two old baseball buddies with lung cancer were chatting on a park bench. Paul says, “I hope they have a baseball team in heaven.” “Me too”, says Jack. “Tell you what”, says Paul, “If I die first, I’ll give you a message about whether there is baseball in Heaven. If you die first, you can…

Laughing Medicine: Talking about Death

Three buddies were talking about death and dying. One asked, “When you’re in your casket and friends and family are mourning you, what would you like to hear them say about you?” The first guy says, “I would like to hear them say that I was a great doctor of my time and a great…

Kcancer Hosts Forums on Colorectal Cancer-Press Release

March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Kcancer hosts forums on colorectal cancer to address colorectal cancer relevant issues. Please view the press release: https://www.prlog.org/12622488-kcancer-hosts-forum-on-colorectal-cancer.html

Laughing Medicine: My Love Life is Fantastic!

A man became impotent due to removal of his cancerous prostate. His urologist recommended a penile implant, which can readily pumped up when an erection is needed. “You can have a regular grade plastic implant, or a harder one. The latter gives a better erection, but your penis may be hard to tuck away when…

Laughing Medicine: God helped her three times!

A woman with terminal cancer returns to religion with fervor. She knows that God will help her get better. Early in her sickness, a surgeon proposes radical surgery. “No”, she says, “I don’t want to get mutilated and suffer pain. It’s not necessary, God will help me”. A while later, she sees a radiologist and…

Laughing Medicine: I Wish I Had Cancer

Little Johnny wakes up on Christmas morning, runs downstairs and is greeted by his parents and hundreds of presents under the tree. “Oh Wow!” cries Little Johnny as he starts tearing away at all the wrapping paper. Little Johnny is so excited as he opens the presents. He has a brand new BMX, a skateboard,…

Laughing Medicine: Eating for two: me and my fast growing tumor

After being diagnosed with lung cancer, my husband and I went to his hometown for a family reunion trip that had been planned for several months. All the family knew I had been diagnosed and was scheduled to have surgery upon my return home. They all tended to avoid the subject, but took much more…

President Donald Trump and Cancer

Today is February 20, 2017, President’s Day and one month presidency of Donald Trump. To mark this historical moment, Kcancer reviewed excerpts Trump and Cancer from media. “Let no one be mistaken Donald Trump’s candidacy is a cancer on conservatism and it must be clearly diagnosed, excised, and discarded,” Rick Perry [1], former Texas Governor…

Laughing Medicine: Dying of Lung Cancer!

On board a flight to Hawaii, the pilot announced, “That thump you heard was our last engine conking out. I’m really sorry to tell you this, but we are going to crash into the ocean.” In the stunned silence that followed, an angry voice spoke out. “Dam it! That stupid doctor of mine! He said…

Laughing Medicine: Will he finally enjoy shopping with me at the mall?

At age 49, I was diagnosed with earlier stage of prostate cancer. The urologist to whom I was referred by my new doctor recommended several months of Lupron followed by a radical prostatectomy. From my own internet search, I knew it was the correct protocol at the time. In conference with my wife and me,…

Laughing Medicine: Cancer Patient with HIV

A man named Mike Smith went to his doctor after a long illness. The doctor, after a lengthy examination, sighed and looked Mike in the eye and said, “I’ve some bad news for you… you have a cancer and it can’t be cured. I give you two weeks to a month.” Mike, who was shocked…

Laughing Medicine: Three Choices

A very arrogant oncologist, Dr. Johnson, dies and goes straight to Hell. On arrival the Devil says, “I’m going to give you three choices, which is more than you ever gave your patients. Whichever door you choose will be how you’ll spend eternity.” So the doctor opens the first door and sees a mob of…

Laughing Medicine: You Have Four Months to Live!

Doctor Smith: Bad news! The tests show that your cancer is advanced. You have four months to live. Patient: But, Dr. Smith, I can’t pay off my medical bills in four months. Doctor Smith: In that case, you have four months more to live.

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