“Joining a study increased my chances of a good outcome.”
Check out the story of Marina, a woman diagnosed with liver cancer at the age of 35. This is Marina, and she has been a cancer patient for two years. Before being diagnosed, she was
Six tips for caregivers of cancer patients
Many cancer patients receive much of their necessary care at home, rather than in a hospital. In most cases, the caregiver is a family member or close person who takes on several daily responsibilities, both
Traveling with cancer
Travel is possible for most patients with cancer. Patients can travel if their condition is stable or even if they are in the middle of treatment. However, before you go, check with your oncologist. Cancer
Why do I need to quit smoking?
Smoking is a public health problem and is responsible for 33% of tumors and 22% of cancer deaths, according to the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology (SEOM). That’s because smoking causes 85 to 90% of lung cancers. In
Mi daughter was my angel. Learn more about Silvia’s testimony, survivor of breast cancer
Her name is Silvia, but it could also have been Marta, Ruth or even José. She was 44 when she learned that she had hormone-sensitive breast cancer. She had just gone through a rough patch,
Five Myths and FAQs about nutrition during breast cancer
In this age of information, there is an endless amount of information about nutrition and breast cancer. Following a diagnosis, it’s common to have relatives and close friends offer all types of information on nutrition
Colon cancer: risk factors and primary symptoms
The colon, also known as the large intestine, is part of our digestive system. The colon is responsible for extracting water, as well as certain nutrients and electrolytes, from foods that have already been partially
Nutrition, cancer prevention’s best ally
It is estimated that 30% to 40% of tumors in men and up to 60% in women are directly related to diet. Specifically, and according to the European Code Against Cancer, cancer risk can be reduced by up
10 points on enrolling in an oncological clinical trial
May 20th is International Clinical Trial Day, but most people are still unaware of their importance within our healthcare system. A clinical trial is a study conducted in people to determine the efficacy and safety
Interview with María Luisa Villafranca, Chair of Rosae, an association of women affected by breast cancer
We sat down with María Luisa Villafranca, a patient who has battled breast cancer for the last 20 years and is currently the chairperson of Rosae, the breast cancer association of Valdepeñas. What is Rosae?
