The Importance of Mental Health Support for Cancer Patients

The Importance of Mental Health Support for Cancer Patients

Cancer is not just a physical battle—it’s an emotional and mental struggle as well. From the moment of diagnosis, patients are faced with an overwhelming amount of stress, fear, and uncertainty. While medical treatments focus on eliminating cancer from the body, the mental and emotional toll often goes unnoticed or under-addressed. The importance of mental […]

How Family History Impacts Your Cancer Risk: Should You Get Tested?

How Family History Impacts Your Cancer Risk: Should You Get Tested?

As an oncologist, one of the most frequent concerns my patients have is whether their family history could increase their cancer risk. It’s a valid question, and one that every individual should be aware of. While having a family member diagnosed with cancer doesn’t automatically mean you will develop the disease, it does raise some […]

Common Myths About Cancer Screening and the Facts You Should Know

Common Myths About Cancer Screening and the Facts You Should Know

As an oncologist, I frequently encounter patients who are unsure about the necessity and accuracy of cancer screening. Unfortunately, several myths surround this essential medical process, often leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. Today, I’d like to dispel some of these misconceptions and share the facts every person should know. Myth 1: Cancer Screening […]

40 વર્ષથી વધુ વયની સ્ત્રીઓ માટે નિયમિત બ્રેસ્ટ કેન્સર સ્ક્રીનિંગનું મહત્ત્વ

40 વર્ષથી વધુ વયની સ્ત્રીઓ માટે નિયમિત બ્રેસ્ટ કેન્સર સ્ક્રીનિંગનું મહત્ત્વ

એક ઓન્કોલોજિસ્ટ તરીકે, હું મારા દર્દીઓને એક મહત્વપૂર્ણ સંદેશ આપવા માંગુ છું : બ્રેસ્ટ કેન્સર ની સારવારનો શ્રેષ્ઠ રસ્તો એ છે કે તેને વહેલા જાણવું. 40 વર્ષથી વધુ ઉંમરની સ્ત્રીઓ માટે નિયમિત બ્રેસ્ટ કેન્સર સ્ક્રીનિંગ જીવન બચાવનારી બની શકે છે. બ્રેસ્ટ કેન્સર આજના સમયમાં મહિલાઓમાં ખૂબ જ સામાન્ય છે. જોકે સ્ક્રીનિંગ કરાવવું કેટલાક લોકોને ભયજનક […]

The Importance of Regular Breast Cancer Screenings for Women Over 40

Regular breast cancer screening

As an oncologist, one of the most critical messages I share with my patients is: Breast cancer is best treated when detected early. For women over the age of 40, regular breast cancer screenings can truly be life-saving. Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, and while it’s understandable that […]