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New study: mango prevents and halts growth of colon and breast cancer cells

Written by S. L. Baker

(NaturalNews) Take a bite of a juicy, sweet mango and you are experiencing a delicious taste enjoyed by countless people from ancient times until today. According to the Orlando-based National Mango Board (NMG), a mango industry-sponsored research, promotion and consumer information program, mangos are known to be rich in vitamins C and A, as well as fiber. However, because little has been documented about any specific health benefits of eating the fruit, NMB has commissioned a variety of scientific studies to investigate these issues.

Healthy lifestyle best way to avoid cancer

Written by Philippine Information Agency

Tacloban City (January 5) -- The promotion of healthy lifestyle is the major intervention to avoid the common risk factors causing the development of the health menace that is cancer, the Department of Health said.

These common risk factors are unhealthy diet and nutrition, physical inactivity, and excessive use of alcohol.

Cancer is largely considered a lifestyle-related disease. Many chemical, biological, radioactive, and other naturally occurring and synthetic substances, as well as predisposing factors and high-risk behaviors like smoking, diet, sexual activity, pollution and occupational exposure have been linked to cancer.

New Cancer Breakthrough Pain Management

Written by Marijke Durning, RN

For many people, cancer pain is extremely difficult to manage. While there are many medications that can help, often the pain will appear in between doses, before the next dose is scheduled. This is called breakthrough pain. Doctors and nurses have tried many things to manage the breakthrough pain, but not all methods are successful for all people.

Pain Management: Cancer Pain

Written by WebMD Medical Reference in collaboration with The Cleveland Clinic

The majority of people with cancer will experience pain at some time or another. The pain can result from the cancer itself, or from the cancers treatment. In addition, some people who have been cured of their cancer can continue to suffer from pain.

Cancer pain, or the discomfort that stems from cancer and its treatment, can be controlled most of the time. There are many different medicines and methods available to control cancer pain. People who have cancer and are feeling pain need to inform their doctor immediately. The earlier pain treatment is started, the more effective it is.