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Lymphoma: a little known but common cancer

What is lymphoma? lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, an essential part of our immune system. It does not affect a single organ but can develop in the entire system. Its causes are not well known, but certain chemicals and environmental factors may promote the development of lymphoma. ...

15
Sep
2014

Fight against cancer: soon anti-cancer vaccines?

A change in strategy Conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy aim to destroy cancer cells. Despite their effectiveness, these therapies have burdensome side effects, which has led researchers to explore new strategies against the disease. In just a few years, the ...

06
Feb
2023

Cancer: a daffodil for Curie

Presentation of the operation In France, each year there are 360,000 new cases of cancer identified. This is why the Curie Institute launched the operation A Daffodil for Curie in March 2013. For each new cancer identified, it is a unique and personalized treatment that is recommended. Yet, fund ...

20
Mar
2013

Pink October: 5 misconceptions about breast cancer

1- We can't prevent this cancer Among the 5 common misconceptions about breast cancer, the first one that you absolutely must fight is the belief that you can't prevent it. Of course, this cancer is not like lung cancer where you can simply stop Smoking to reduce the risk of the disease very sig ...

04
Oct
2021

Blue Mars: when should you have a colonoscopy?

r general anesthesia, allows us to look for abnormalities in the inner wall of the intestine. It is therefore the gold standard exam in colorectal cancer screening and medical follow-up for people who have already had this cancer. Another advantage is that this endoscopy allows for sampling an ...

24
Mar
2022

The hikers: 5 good reasons to watch the new TF1 series.

"She is happier than she appears." Although it features women directly or indirectly affected by cancer, the series Les randonneuses is more joyful than it seems! Of course, the disease and even death are discussed since these six women embark on a difficult climb to honor the memory of a deceased ...

15
May
2023

Pink October: a month of mobilization against breast cancer.

A must-attend event In over twenty years of existence, October Pink has become a strong annual event in the fight against breast cancer. This awareness campaign was created by The Breast Cancer, Let's Talk About It! Association so that every October becomes a period of information, awareness, dial ...

12
Oct
2015

Cancers: the exhibition that plays down the disease at the Cité des Sciences

A sensitive but unavoidable subject Cancer is a scary word and a disease that upsets the daily life of patients and their relatives. It is a subject that we don't like to talk about and that doesn't really make us want to go and see an exhibition... Yet, this difficult subject touches the lives ...

10
Oct
2022

Three misconceptions about tobacco

1- No, lung cancer does not only affect seniors Contrary to popular belief, smoking is never without health risks. To get this message across, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health's new awareness campaign first reminds us that lung cancer is not just for seniors. It also affects smokers ...

30
May
2016

Health: does optimism promote healing?

tists observed a potential reduction in mortality in optimistic patients. On the other hand, it would be irrational to believe that optimism cures cancer. Only the treatment you are about to undergo can cure your cancer, and a positive frame of mind is simply going to help you better cope with th ...

25
Apr
2022

Is Toast Carcinogenic?

"What is acrylamide?" Acrylamide is a substance that was first isolated by scientists in 2002. It is known to be cancer-causing and neurotoxic, meaning toxic to the brain and nerves. Medical research is very interested in this compound because it is now known to be bad for health and found in food ...

04
May
2023

Cancer: what are the dangers of carrageenan?

en the consumption of this additive and the development of inflammation and ulcers in the colon. That is why the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified degraded carrageenans as "potentially carcinogenic to humans". Furthermore, other scientific studies have proven that th ...

07
Aug
2023

Medicine: what is an expert patient?

desire to help others. For which pathologies? Expert patients work with people who have the same chronic disease as they do. This may include cancer, particularly Breast cancer which is most common in women, diabetes or mental illnesses such as schizophrenia. What is their mission? An ex ...

16
Dec
2021

Health check-up: what are the medical appointments to plan?

ception and perform certain essential screenings. This visit should in fact include a breast palpation and a Pap smear used to screen for cervical cancer. Additional appointments with specialists To complete a comprehensive health assessment, you should also schedule additional appointments b ...

06
Jan
2022

Quitting smoking after 50: is it worth it?

est thing you can do for your heart health, especially in older people who are at greater vascular risk. Does quitting smoking reduce the risk of cancer? Of course, quitting smoking won't give you brand new lungs... But after 10 years of quitting, the risk of getting lung cancer is close to that ...

22
Nov
2022

Sœurs d'encre : the association that uses tattoos to overcome the disease

ated by artist Nathalie Kaïd in 2017, following the success of the first Semaine Rose Tattoo supported by the Maison Rose in Bordeaux and the Regional Cancer Center of New Aquitaine. Today this association is recognized as offering supportive oncology care by AFSOS, the French-speaking Associati ...

19
Dec
2022

Vaccination against the human papillomavirus in middle school in 5 questions

he skin and mucous membranes, primarily through sexual contact. They are transmitted through contact from the first sexual relations and can cause precancerous lesions and cancers. In about 90% of cases, the infection disappears within 1 to 2 years. However, in 10% of infected individuals, it cause ...

18
Sep
2023

Les Voiles d'Antibes: a gathering of mythical boats

2022 11am - 5pm Second Race 18h30 - 20h30 Electric's Simone 9:30 PM LIVE MUSIC by BLAH BLAH Saturday 4th JUNE 2022 Sea Shepherd Day & SOS Breast cancer Day 11am - 5pm Third Race 6:30 PM - Les Marinettes 9:30pm LIVE MUSIC BY FLEA MARKET Sunday 5th JUNE 2022 11h - 17h Regatta 4th Race - ...

14
May
2013

Nutrition: 5 common misconceptions about undernutrition

ho are undergoing treatment that makes them nauseous, such as chemotherapy. This problem therefore affects many people with chronic diseases, both cancer patients and those with long Covid. 3- Diets limiting salt, sugar or fat must always be respected If you have a heart condition or diabetes ...

16
Nov
2021

Health: Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS in 6 questions

h a drug called clomiphene citrate. Finally, because of the lack of progesterone secretion, this hormonal disruption leads to an increased risk of cancer of the endometrium, the mucous membrane lining the uterus. 6- Are there effective treatments? There is no cure for polycystic ovary syndrom ...

18
Nov
2021