Can you imagine Marijuana (Cannibas) being discussed openly in a medical forum admitting that it may be beneficial for some patients? Well, over the last few years, marijuana has become a hot topic for the legal and medical professionals. However, some cancer patients have used marijuana to help them with the pain. A few years ago, whlie the Food and Drug Administration has not approved the use of cannabis as a cancer treatment, the National Cancer Institute came out in support of medical marijuana stating "The potential benefits of medicinal cannabis for people living with cancer include antiemetic effects, appetite stimulation, pain relief and improved sleep. In the practice of integrative oncology, the health care provider may recommend medicinal cannabis not only for symptom management but also for its possible direct anti-tumor effect." However, Dr. Sanjay Gupta held a different point of view based on the research reports that held information that were not favorable.
Within the last few days Dr. Sanjay Gupta has made a major announcement on his position of marijuana (weed). This is a very important breakthrough for patients who are hoping to gain some relief through marijuana and the need to have this drug approved/legalized so that they can use them without concerns for the law. Dr. Gupta is a well known and highly respected physician due to his visibility on CNN and other health related media outlets.
First we will hear from John Casias who used marijuana to help him during his journey with cancer of the sinus. Also listen to the Dr. Gupta's take on medicinal marijuana. While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever.
The journey is a process of ups and many downs. However, the support of loved ones is immeasurable in keeping the hope and courage through those uncertain moments. This week we feature a wonderful story that we found on the National Cancer Institute Cancer Topics channel. Melanie Nix found out that she had breast cancer, triple negative breast cancer which is known to have high mortality rates especially among African Americans. Ms. Nix shares a brief part of her journey, one that we hope will encourage and inspire others to know that survival is possible.
While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever.
Juanita Lyle shares her journey of having breast cancer three times and once again cancer came through for another attack via skin cancer. Thirty five years later, Ms. Lyle is surviving!
Ms. Lyle invites us to take a look into her journey, a very intimate look into her journey, sharing her clinical records and all. Be inspired, share with others - someone out there may need to see this journey.
While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever
November is the National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Many people assume that lung cancer is only for those who have a history of smoking. The truth is that there are many different factors that may cause lung cancer:
Age over 65: Most people are older than 65 years when diagnosed with lung cancer. However, recent studies show that there are number of cases that are seen in people as young as their 20's.
Air pollution: Air pollution may slightly increase the risk of lung cancer. The risk from air pollution is higher for smokers.
Asbestos and other substances: People who have certain jobs(such as those who work in the construction and chemical industries)have an increased risk of lung cancer.
Family history of lung cancer: People with a father, mother, brother, or sister who had lung cancer may be at slightly increased risk of the disease, even if they don not smoke.
Personal history of lung cancer: People who have had lung cancer are at increased risk of developing a second lung tumor.
Radon: Radon is a radioactive gas that you cannot see, smell, or taste. It forms in soil and rocks. People who work in mines may be exposed to radon. In some parts of the country, radon is found in houses. Radon damages lung cells, and people exposed to radon are at increased risk of lung cancer.
Tobacco smoke: Tobacco smoke causes most cases of lung cancer. It's by far the most important risk factor for lung cancer and exposure to any of the other risk factors only heightens the chances of developing lung cancer..
While each journey is unique,we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever.
