Articles by Chivamitra Cancer Hospital
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Modern Radiation Therapy Approaches for Lung Cancer
In an era of rapid medical advancements, radiation therapy has become a modern and highly effective treatment option for lung cancer patients. Radiation is a process that uses high-energy beams to destroy or inhibit the growth of cancer cells, specifically targeting the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
Is Chemotherapy Really Dangerous?
Advances in cancer treatment have significantly improved the safety and effectiveness of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is currently used for cancer treatment, disease control, prevention of recurrence, and palliative care, while reducing the risk of treatment-related adverse effects.
Smoking, Lung Cancer, and Tobacco-Related Health Hazards You Should Know
Every minute, six people die from tobacco-related diseases worldwide In Thailand, tobacco-related diseases claim approximately 19,542 lives each year. Globally, tobacco use causes approximately 54,512 deaths every day.
Cancer Why Is It the Leading Cause of Death?
Cancer is a disease caused by the abnormal growth and division of the body's cells. These abnormal cells may invade surrounding tissues or spread to other parts of the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. This process is known as metastasis. Cancer can occur in almost any organ and may develop at any age. It is estimated that more than 1 in 10 people worldwide will develop cancer during their lifetime
Designing a Healing Garden: A Guide for Patients and Families
Recovery is not solely dependent on medical treatment. The surrounding environment also plays an important role in healing and rehabilitation. A healing garden is a green space designed to create a peaceful atmosphere for patients and their families during times of health-related stress.
Chemotherapy
Many people may have heard the term “chemo” as the name of one of the methods for treating cancer, but it is believed that there are still many who do not know that “chemo” is actually the abbreviation of “chemotherapy.”