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Parsley: a green ally in the fight against cancer

You can love it in any form or hate it so much that you pick out individual leaves floating on the surface of the soup. This is the nightmare of many preschoolers and quite a lot of adults. Rooted in Polish culinary tradition, it is an inseparable decorative element of dishes and an addition to many dishes. Parsley - green, fragrant, adds flavor to any dish. Added to […]

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Together through the challenge – psycho-oncological support for people with cancer and their loved ones

The aim of the project is to support people suffering from oncology, it is addressed to, among others: 25 adults with oncological diseases and their relatives (min. 30 people) living in the Masovian Voivodeship, consisting of individual psycho-oncological and onco-diet consultations, group workshops and the possibility of using a webinar. The project "Together through the challenge - psycho-oncological support for people with cancer and their loved ones" [...]

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From head to toe: a holistic prescription for the mental health of cancer patients

“We've all heard of psychosomatic illnesses, but have you heard of psychosomatic health?” – the author of this question is Dr. Candace Pert, a neurobiologist and pharmacologist. Her work has contributed to the development of neurobiology and psychoneuroimmunology, and her research has had a significant impact on understanding the mechanisms by which the mind and body are interconnected at the molecular level. About the fact that full [...]

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How to properly take care of mature and experienced breasts?

What does experienced breasts mean and what factors influence the change in the appearance of breasts? When we write experienced breasts, we mean breasts that have sagged, lost their firmness and are simply flaccid. This is a problem that most often affects women with larger breast sizes, but not only. Various factors contribute to the appearance and condition of the breasts, such as […]

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Step to health. About the physical activity of oncology patients

Physical activity can make cancer treatment more effective. Karen Basen-Engquist, Researcher *** No one needs to be convinced today how important exercise is for our health and well-being. And although public awareness on this topic is increasing, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 27.5% adults in the world do not meet the […]

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Treat optimally, i.e. an integrative approach in oncology

Integrative medicine, which is based on a holistic understanding of health and disease, dates back to ancient times. Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Chinese and Indian doctors used various therapeutic methods, combining them for optimal support of the sick person, putting the person, not the disease, in the center of attention. Nowadays, interest in an integrative approach to treatment began to grow in the 1970s and […]

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We are the whole, not the sum of the parts. About a holistic approach to health

Puzzle – can 1000 individual pieces in a box equal a finished painting? Does the missing last piece in the puzzle make you feel nervous and irritated? After all, an almost finished picture is not complete without this one element. We are satisfied with the whole, a complete work in which each part has its place and meaning, and all together create a unity [...]

Respite care for family members or caregivers of people with disabilities – 2024 edition

The Rakiety Oncological Foundation is recruiting for the “Respite Care” program for Non-Governmental Organizations – 2024 edition as part of the Minister of Family and Social Policy’s program financed by the Solidarity Fund. PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION PERIOD: 01.03.2024 – 30.11.2024. The main objective of the Program is to support family members or caregivers providing direct care to disabled people who have: a) a decision on a significant degree of […]