Skin Concerns of Cancer Patients on Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy
Targeted therapy and immunotherapy have increased skin concerns of cancer patients over the past decade. The molecules and receptors that are targeted by these medicines to fight cancer are also present in the skin hence causing many side effects. Among [...]
Top 3 Good Skincare Habits for Cancer Patients
The skin is probably the last thing you want to think about when you have cancer. However, it is one of the most affected when you undergo cancer therapy since it is the largest organ of the body. It weighs [...]
Inspiration: Cast All Your Cares
"Cast all your cares on him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for [...]
Pandemic How-To’s: hands and feet care for cancer patients
How should cancer patients care for hands and feet during this pandemic? I’m sure you have stocked up on hand wash and alcogel at home to sanitize your hands and prevent infection. However, too much washing and alcogel can dry [...]
Oral Care for Cancer Patients
Chemotherapy and targeted therapy can change your mouth mucosal lining. It can become very sensitive and painful. Thus, cancer patients should practice oral care. Good oral hygiene is important to minimize bacteria growing in your mouth because this triggers more [...]
Stories of Hope: Betty, Cancer Survivor
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7 Skin Care for Hope features a story of a HOPE INSPIRER! This is Betty Senador, a breast cancer survivor and [...]