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When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, it is understandable that they may consider alternative or complementary treatment for their cancer. One of these treatments is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). However, is it safe to consume these medications during radiation therapy and cancer treatment? Let us explore the application of TCM in cancer treatment and radiation therapy to learn more. [...]

Are you or a loved one diagnosed with prostate cancer? Upon receiving the news, you may wish to learn more about the disease and the treatment options available. This guide will share more details about the common prostate cancer treatments available to patients with prostate cancer and how they can cope with the possible side effects and complications from the treatment. [...]

Nasopharyngeal cancer, or nose cancer, is one of the most common cancers in males in Singapore. It occurs in the cells lining the area behind the nose and just above the back of the throat. This cancer poses a unique treatment challenge because the tumours typically involve complex anatomic structures near several critical organ structures. [...]

Smoking is by far the leading cause of lung cancer. However, it is not associated with every case of lung cancer. In fact, non-smokers make up only three in ten lung cancer patients in Singapore, according to a study by the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS). [...]

Breast cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer among women in Singapore, accounting for 29.7% of all cancers diagnosed in females. [...]

As the 3rd most common cancer diagnosed in males in Singapore, prostate cancer has been increasing in incidence over the last few decades. [...]

Proton therapy is often recommended for treating prostate cancer, as it delivers high doses of radiation directly to targeted areas, eradicating cancer cells in the prostate while reducing radiation exposure to the bladder, rectum, and other gastrointestinal organs. In this article, let us share its benefits, side effects, and who is a suitable candidate for this treatment. [...]

Due to advancements in the medical field, various cancer treatments are now widely available in Singapore to help combat the disease. [...]

Studies have shown that men have a higher risk of developing cancer than women. They are also more likely to develop diabetes. In this article, we will explore the potential links between the two diseases, their shared risk factors, and what readers can do to reduce their risk of developing diabetes and cancer while staying healthy. [...]