United in courage World Cancer Day unites the globe in the battle against cancer. With everyone playing a part in increasing awareness and developing new detection and treatment methods, a growing number of people are able to survive cancer today. But more needs to be done, as the incidence of cancer is expected to keep […]
CONTINUE READINGTouched by love Jaime Yeo, a counsellor at Parkway Cancer Centre, is inspired by the patients she cares for. Jaime will never forget the 16-year-old who came under her care. Diagnosed with advanced colon cancer, his chances of survival were low. Yet, she says, he retained his sense of hope. “He had a certain endearing […]
CONTINUE READINGSpot the signs, win the battle It may be known as the “silent killer”, but cancer often comes with symptoms and warning signs. Spot the signs and symptoms of cancer early, and you could beat the disease. 1) A sore that will not heal Look out for any sores on the skin, vagina, any oral […]
CONTINUE READINGManage your weight Maintaining ideal weight is essential to a healthy lifestyle, and is especially so for post-therapy cancer patients. Find out how you can make the most of your diet without compromising on nutrition and enjoyment. 1) Avoid fad diets and be patient Your diet must be suited to you and tailored to your […]
CONTINUE READINGCook your way to health Breast cancer survivor and chef Geeta Lachmandas shows participants at cooking class how to make healthy decisions in the kitchen. As a breast cancer survivor herself, chef Geeta Lachmandas acknowledges the importance of eating healthily. “It’s my firm belief that to be healthy, we must eat natural, whole and unprocessed […]
CONTINUE READINGBreakthroughs: Update for the docs Annual scientific meeting sees doctors from Singapore and beyond gather to share and discuss new ways to treat cancer. Doctors from Singapore and the region updated themselves on the latest in cancer treatment when they attended the oncology track of the annual scientific meeting organised by Parkway Cancer Centre and […]
CONTINUE READINGBlood disorders can affect the red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets & plasma. Blood disorders in children may also come in various forms of anaemia.
CONTINUE READINGTCM: Use with care Traditional Chinese medicine can be a powerful adjuvant medicine. However, it should be taken in consultation with your oncologist and with care. It is not uncommon to hear of herbal interactions with chemotherapy causing a drop in white blood cell counts, liver problems or kidney failure for cancer patients. Nonetheless, there […]
CONTINUE READINGCanHOPE representatives gathered at a regional meeting to discuss how to improve their standard of care for patients. To ensure that patients coming to Parkway Cancer Centre (PCC) from all over the world receive not just quality care but seamlessly coordinated care that is delivered holistically, PCC set up CanHOPE offices across the region so […]
CONTINUE READINGLaugh it out! It was time for much mirth as cancer survivors and caregivers came together at the CanHOPE Survivors Retreat 2016 to celebrate life – with a big smile and a good laugh. Suddenly, there was bellowing laughter in the Laughter Yoga classroom – one of the three breakout sessions organised at the CanHOPE […]
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