Conventional cancer treatments consist of mainstream therapies targeting cancer cells and sometimes other components contributing to the disease. People with cancer must thoroughly research and evaluate conventional treatment options for their diagnosis as part of an integrative cancer care plan. This section features the following topics and we will add other information in the future.
Conventional Cancer Treatments
Read about the most common types of conventional cancer treatments. Learn about other resources for additional information regarding treatments and oncologists.
Conventional and Integrative
What are the benefits of combining conventional cancer treatments with other therapies in an integrative cancer care model? What are the potential concerns about interactions? Explore our reliable information.
Top Cancer Resources
Where do you turn for more information about conventional cancer care? We show you the way. Our resources outline many of the most prominent organizations and websites with detailed information about conventional cancer treatments, oncologists, integrative cancer care, drug-herb-supplement interactions, cancer survivorship, and many other essential cancer topics.
Also through our cancer resources in Maps to Integrative Cancer Care, we suggest the following steps along with many additional health and healing strategies related to conventional cancer care.
1. Research Treatments
High quality research focused on cancer treatments is essential. Research your diagnosis and cancer treatment options toward the best possible care. Potential cancer treatments can be identified through researching providers and facilities with the support of the following resources as well as and other topics on the EmbodiWorks website.
Top Cancer Resources
Definitely explore our cancer information resources when researching treatments.
Evidence Based Medicine
Learning about evidence based medicine helps clarify the value of studies to better inform the cancer research process. Definitions of evidence based medicine also illuminate the role of patient's values in making cancer treatment decisions.
Locating Relevant Cancer Research
We educate about using a free online tool called PubMed to find published cancer research. Our guidance also refers to other cancer research strategies through specific journals and additional cancer information resources.
Understanding Cancer Statistics
Cancer statistics are complex and can sometimes feel harsh. Statistics never predict the fate of a single individual. We explain the scoop about the real deal with statistics.
Integrative Guides
Consider working with a trained profession to help in researching cancer treatments for your diagnosis and health.
2. Research Oncologists with Expertise in your Cancer
Research oncologists with the goal of finding experts in your diagnosis. Know that cancer treatment recommendations may vary among oncologists. Identifying several oncologists will allow you to collect multiple opinions. Oncologists monitor disease status and provide information about conventional cancer treatments. Only a limited number of oncologists practice varying degrees of integrative cancer care.
3. Research Treatment Facilities
Research facilities to learn about oncologists and cancer treatment approaches. Know that there is variability between cancer treatments that are offered and recommended by different treatment centers. Some facilities have larger or smaller departments devoted to certain types of cancer, take more or less aggressive treatment approaches, use different types of equipment and cancer-related tests, and conduct different clinical trials. Comprehensive cancer centers typically have more physicians who specialize in treating one particular kind of cancer compared to community hospitals. For certain surgical procedures on rare tumors, studies indicate hospitals that perform more of these operations have significantly better outcomes. Some studies also suggest that outcomes for surgeries are generally best at high-volume hospitals that treat a large number of cancer patients.
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Foods and supplements with antioxidants provide important health benefits, including against cancer. Also learn about potential risks and benefits when combining antioxidants with radiation and chemotherapy.
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