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A resource for patients and family members to assist in coping with cancer.

Cancer News  
The latest cancer-related news headlines.


• Papaya Could Be a Cancer Fighter
• MRIs May Detect Hidden Tumors in Breast Cancer Patients
• Adding Garlic Might Cut Cancer Risk
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Cancer Feature Story  

'Proof Lacking That Garlic Combats CancerProof Lacking That Garlic Combats Cancer

Eating it isn't harmful, but it might not help, either

It's been suggested that garlic can help reduce cancer risk in a number of ways, including repairing oxidative stress caused by "free radical" molecules, which can increase the risk for cancer and other health problems. full story»


Cancer-Related Illnesses and Conditions  
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Cancer-Related Complementary and Alternative Medicine  
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Cancer-Related Drug Guide  
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