Asking for help is an act that can be difficult for many of us – even in a situation such as a cancer diagnosis. Despite the often feeling of helplessness and fear, many people are not ready to ask for help. The foundations of the difficulty in asking for help can be both psychological and social factors. We are afraid to ask […]

Hemp, medical marijuana, CBD, THC – words that arouse as much interest as controversy. Knowledge on this subject often comes down to stereotypical thinking about marijuana as an addictive, hallucinogenic, drug. Meanwhile, hemp is a plant that has long been used by humans. It is estimated that people cultivated hemp about 10,000 years ago. For […]

The skin requires special care and attention during and after cancer treatment. We should pay attention to a number of factors that may affect our skin. This is not only about care, but also about the lifestyle we lead and the way we eat. When it comes to care, we should choose products that are gentle, tested, [...]

“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 [...]

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 […]

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 […]

Epidemiology of cancer In Poland, malignant tumors constitute a growing health, social and economic problem. The number of new cases is approximately 170,000 and the number of deaths exceeds 100,000. Currently, over 1.17 million Poles live with cancer. In the second decade of the 21st century, it is estimated that every 100,000 people in the Polish population were diagnosed with cancer [...]