Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. It is a major cause of sickness and death worldwide. On an average, up to 1,500 Indians succumb to the dreaded disease every day. And, as per research, its incidence in India is estimated to grow by 25% by 2020. Therefore, we need to be proactively taking care of our health to safeguard ourselves against this deadly disease. For the same, here’s a comprehensive cancer guide, that will make you aware and keep you informed about all things cancer i.e. right from it’s warning signs to it’s treatment and post care requirements.
Cancer Guide:
Facts & Overview
Top 10 Carcinogenic Foods You Eat Everyday.
No matter how you look at it, cancer has always been one of the scariest diseases. If not careful, anyone can fall victim to this…
Leukaemia in Children
Leukaemia refers to cancers of the white blood cells (also called WBCs). When someone suffers from leukaemia, a large numbers of abnormal white blood cells are…
Facts & Overview
Pre – symptoms & Prevention
6 Tips on How To Prevent Breast Cancer Naturally?
How To Prevent Breast Cancer Naturally? No matter how imperfect they maybe, our breasts make us feel feminine and the fear of losing them to…
Skin Cancer: How do I know if I have it?
Basal Cell Carcinoma begins in the Epidermis, which is the outermost layer of the skin. This slow-growing form of Skin Cancer implies abnormal and uncontrolled…
Pre – Symptoms & Prevention
Symptoms
10 Most Overlooked Cancer Symptoms
Extensive studies have shown that cancer is second in the list of top fatal diseases while heart diseases top the list. With medical advancement and development…
Cervical Cancer: Symptoms and Risks
According to a top gynae oncologist in India who has provided cervical cancer treatment to over 10,000 women, Cervical Cancer occurs in the cells of…
Symptoms
Diagnosis & Tests
Importance of Checking for Breast Lumps
What is a breast lump? A breast lump is a swelling, bulge or protuberance in the breast that feels different from the surrounding breast tissue….
Uterine Cancer Screening
It is not easy to screen for Uterine Cancer in women who do not show any signs or symptoms. Initial screening is advised to increase…
Diagnosis & Tests
Treatment
Lung Cancer: 5 Basic Treatment Options
Fear is a common reaction among patients when handed a diagnosis of cancer in their lungs. “Is there a cure?” “What kind of treatment will…
Worried about Prostate Cancer? Here are 6 ways to treat it
Prostate is the male sex gland located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum, and is responsible for the production of an…
Treatment
Care
Fighting Prostate Cancer
Like any other cancer, early detection is the key to achieving a successful remission in case of Prostate Cancer. Diet, exercise and appositive attitude along…
Life After Chemotherapy
To be diagnosed with Cancer and undergo a battery of treatment options, life after chemotherapy can be overwhelming for the patients and their caregivers. It…
CrediHero
Cancer can strike anyone, from any walk of life. It is to us whether we give up or fight it. We want to take this opportunity to salute our unsung CrediHeroes who have fought against this deadly disease and come out healthier and stronger. Make sure you spare sometime and read their heartwarming, brave and courageous journeys.
Vandana Ketkar Chatterjee, CrediHero, Cervical Cancer Survivor
Meet Vandana Ketkar Chatterjee, who runs an Executive Search Consultancy in New Delhi in India, specializing in the Telecom and Aerospace sectors. Vandana found out about…
Sushanth Kodela, CrediHero, Adreno Cortical Carcinoma Survivor
Sushanth Kodela was 24 years old when he found out he had rare cancer – Adreno Cortical Carcinoma. ” It all started when I discovered…
