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Join our Cancer Advocacy and Education Facebook Group!

Published by on November 30, 2020 1 Comment

👉 Join our new Cancer Advocacy and Education Facebook group We can all agree: having cancer is really hard! When you get a diagnosis of cancer, everything – and nothing – changes.  I mean…life still goes on around you: you still need to pay the bills, weed the garden, make dinner, do the dishes and call your sister.  But inside, your life is forever changed. You will never again take life for granted.  You’re being forced to go on a mission you did not ask for, a journey you’d much prefer not to take. But here you are.  And while you might not be sure just what to do, you are sure that how you handle this next phase of your life – how you...
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What’s New in Cancer Research?

Published by on November 5, 2020 1 Comment

New Studies and Articles in Cancer Research Welcome to our ongoing list of new studies and articles published on cancer research. Explore the archive below to see which ones are useful to you and your doctor.  Study Finds Universal Genetic Testing Uncovers More Inherited Mutations vs Guideline-Based Genetic Testing Oral Antibiotics and Risk of Colon or Rectal Cancer Pilot Study Finds Liquid Biopsy Delivers Results Faster Than Tissue Biopsy Cancer Therapy Based on Molecular Tumor Board Recommendations: Improvement in Outcomes? Study Examines Combined Impact of Aspirin, Metformin, and Statins on Lung Cancer Risk Is Drinking Coffee Daily Linked to Improved Survival in Patients With Advanced Colorectal Cancer? Use of ctDNA to Direct Therapy in Advanced Breast Cancer Launch of Compassionate Use Program for Ulixertinib  Outlook...
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Cancer Misdiagnosis

Is a Cancer Misdiagnosis Common?

Published by on July 29, 2020 1 Comment

Perhaps the only thing scarier than a cancer diagnosis is learning that you’ve been misdiagnosed. Of course, if it turns out that you don’t actually have cancer, then that’s amazing news! (Although, wouldn’t you have wanted to avoid the whole ‘cancer scare’ if you didn’t even have it in the first place?) Sadly, what’s far more common is when people are misdiagnosed with the wrong type of cancer. Which means that instead of getting the right treatment from the get-go, you were wandering down the wrong path, wasting precious time, through no fault of your own. Our cancer expert, Alex Rolland, explains more in this video. How often does cancer misdiagnosis occur? Watch here ⬇️ When someone calls us at CTOAM, they usually want to...
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Why Is There NO Single Cure for Cancer?

Published by on July 22, 2020 | Share your thoughts

Ever wonder why there is no cure for cancer? I mean…it’s a reasonable question, right? With all the scientific advancements and new technologies in the world, how has no one managed to figure this out yet?! In the video below, Alex Rolland (our Chief Research Scientist) reveals the truth about finding a single cure for cancer. Watch here ⬇️ So that’s why there’s no one cure for cancer! What do you think? Does that make sense to you? Given that there’s infinite amount of genetic mutation combinations that can cause a person’s cancer, of course it’s impossible to find one single cure! But what IS possible is having many different targeted therapy options to target your exact cancerous mutations. And eradicate them until they’re out...
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Why Did Cancer Expert Alex Rolland Start CTOAM?

Published by on July 15, 2020 | Share your thoughts

What’s your ‘why‘? That’s a big question. And one that many cancer patients are likely probably facing as they meet cancer head-on. You know…the deep-down reasons for wanting to get better. Maybe it’s your family, or the dreams you want to pursue, or that trip you want to take, or the granddaughter you want to meet, or that wedding you want to attend. The things that motivate you to keep trying, to keep fighting, to keep pursuing better treatment options. Despite all the challenges and fear and heartache and rollercoaster emotional ups and downs. Just as anyone facing a life-threatening illness is faced with these big existential q’s… So, too, are the professionals who devote their lives to medicine. Why do doctors and medical scientists...
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Cancer Treatment

What is Targeted Therapy for Cancer?

Published by on July 8, 2020 1 Comment

Have you heard of targeted therapy for cancer? If not, get ready to discover this new & improved way of treating cancer! Targeted therapies are drugs designed to specifically target certain cancerous mutations in the body. That means you experience way fewer side effects than traditional chemo, plus way higher success rates. Win win. Our cancer expert, Alex Rolland, and co-founder Michelle Morand explain more in this video: Watch here ⬇️ Can targeted therapy work for your form of cancer? You’re probably wondering if targeted therapy can work for your type of cancer… I have good news for you – chances are, yes! Regardless of what stage your cancer has reached – and, even if you’ve been told you’re already getting the best, or perhaps...
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How to Prevent Cancer by Starving It | Anti-Angiogenic Foods for Cancer

Published by on November 28, 2018 3 Comments

Eating more anti-angiogenic foods for cancer is an excellent way to help prevent cancer, as well as enhance your cancer treatment and prevention of recurrence. In his fascinating TED Talk, Dr. William Li explains how we can use certain foods to starve cancer cells from ever growing into something harmful. How Angiogenesis Affects Cancer Let’s first get a few things clear about cancer and angiogenesis. Most cancers are preventable. As many as 95% of cancers are related to lifestyle and environment. Your habits (such as smoking), diet (red meat and processed meats, especially), alcohol, and environment (pollution and exposure to carcinogenic chemicals) all affect your risk of cancer. Many cancers are caused by diet. Around 30-35% of cancers are caused by lifestyle and environment. Eating certain...
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4 Truths About Cannabis for Cancer Treatment

Published by on November 10, 2018 1 Comment

It’s official, cannabis is now legal in Canada. So while it has been available by prescription for a while, it’s now readily available without a prescription – and more people may start using it in conjunction with, or as a replacement for, cancer treatment. We want cancer patients and their loved ones to know the facts before making any life-altering or potentially harmful decisions. Read on to explore if cannabis might be helpful or harmful for your cancer care. 1. Truth: Cannabis Can NOT Cure Cancer There are several pervasive conspiracy theories claiming that cannabis (or something else simple and natural) can cure cancer – and that the giant pharmaceutical companies have been hiding this fact for years. However, this theory has a few key...
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FREE ebook! Precision Oncology: The Evolution Of Cancer Care

Published by on September 7, 2018 | Share your thoughts

Knowledge is power! Get your FREE copy of CTOAM’s Precision Oncology ebook. Just click the link below and start feeling more in control of your cancer care. → CLICK HERE to Download Your Free ebook! What’s inside the CTOAM Precision Oncology ebook? Everything you need to know about the newest science-based approaches to cancer treatment, testing, and diagnostics. Reading the ebook will help you to… → Gain confidence to advocate for yourself and loved ones with your doctor and treatment team → Better understand what cancer really is and how cancer diagnosis & treatment works → Make smart decisions about your cancer care from a place of clarity and understanding → Feel less stressed about moving forward with your cancer treatment → Know how to access the most effective testing and treatment available...
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Hope for Cancer Patients: Precision Oncology

Published by on April 25, 2018 | Share your thoughts

Precision Oncology Offers You More Time & Higher Quality of Life Precision Oncology offers evidence-based hope for cancer patients at any stage of their disease, including Stage IV cancers. CTOAM provides our patients with a unique Precision Oncology Process, which can be tailored according to the patient’s individual needs. You can see how we help patients like you in our success stories and patient interviews. This can involve everything from PET/CT scan to genetic testing to targeted therapy recommendations, advanced treatment monitoring, and personalized nutrition plans based on medical science. All of CTOAM’s recommendations are based on peer-reviewed medical research. We value facts over promises. Make Sure You Know ALL Your Cancer Treatment Options If you’re a cancer patient living in Canada, it’s likely that your oncologist...
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