by Denise

The National Cancer Institute has determined that the four most common forms of cancers today are prostate, lung, breast and colorectal, though cases of melanoma skin cancer is on the rise for women, while testicular cancer is on the rise for men. Brain and bladder cancers are also on the rise, as are cancers of the kidney and thyroid.

 

Cancer treatments vary according to the stage the cancer is discovered, as well as location and overall health of the patient. Cancer staging is typically defined as Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3 and Stage 4, ranging from early and localized to those that have spread throughout the body.

 

Common cancer treatments include chemotherapy, radiation, surgery and biological or hormone therapy; every one of them is extremely expensive. According to the National Cancer Institute however, early detection is vital in more positive prognosis and treatment of cancers through a variety of methods.

 

Cost of cancer drugs such as Avastin in the U.S. may reach over $100,000 a year for some patients, often making them choose between life and financial security for their families. Even patients who have insurance often find that they can’t afford them, averaging about $50,000 a year. Some drugs for cancer patients cost an average of $800 a month, leaving little left over for living expenses.

 

Facilities around the globe may help cancer patients receive effective surgeries and therapies to treat cancer. Some of the best breast cancer treatment in Thailand or affordable cancer treatment in India in facilities such as Artemis Hospital offers international patients hope. Cancer treatment in Jordan, such as the Jordan Hospital, offer effective and state of the art procedures and techniques in cancer treatment.

 

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by Denise

New therapies and drugs under study for cancers ranging from breast, lung, prostate and brain are currently undergoing clinical trials throughout the world. Cancer research and potential therapies have been aimed at identifying the cause of the abnormal or mutant cell growth which results in cancerous growth, and how to kill such cancer growth without severely damaging other tissues and organs in the body, reducing side effects.

 

Cancer research is also studying the effect that rare cancer stem cells have on cancer growth, and results of such research have been published in the International Journal of Cancer as well as Clinical Cancer Research journals. Two new drugs under testing include imetelstat, commonly known as GRN163L, which blocks a certain enzymes, and are currently being tested for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia, lung and breast cancer. The often devastating side effects of cancer treatments are the main topic of discussion of many researchers and scientists around the globe.

 

The cost of treating cancer for individual patients is astronomical, and a fortunately, many patients declined medication, drugs are treatments because they can’t afford them, even with health insurance. However, cancer treatment abroad offers some of the best cancer treatment hospitals in Mexico, or some of the best cancer specialists in Turkey. Affordable cancer treatment in India, as well as Jordan, Spain, Germany and the Ukraine are becoming viable options for not only Americans but also natives from other countries seeking high quality yet affordable cancer care.

 

Check out facilities such as the Artemis Health Institute in Gurgeon, India or the Jordan Hospital in Amman, Jordan and the Almater Hospital in Mexicali, Mexico to determine your best options for treatment.

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by Denise

With a new year almost upon us, many of us are thinking about health and wellness and that goes for preventive care against common cancers like breast cancer, prostate and colon cancer, among others. Unfortunately, many diagnosed with cancer are faced with staggering drug costs, even though some of those drugs, especially Avastin, has shown great promise in treatment of breast cancer.

 

Some of the costs for cancer care may be absorbed by Medicare or private insurance, but still leaves patients dealing with debt in the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Still, breast cancer treatments are suggested and encouraged for any individual who has received a diagnosis of breast cancer. When caught early enough, today’s therapies and treatments have grown increasingly successful in eradicating cancer cell growth and development, by as much as 70%.

 

Costs of biological hormone therapy treatments vary according to drug as well as the stage of cancer being treated. In the United States, price ranges for Avastin may cost up to $4,400 a month, while Herceptin costs an average of $3,000 a month.

 

In India, a year’s supply of Herceptin averages out to about $2,000 a month instead of the $3,000 a month in the U.S. In other locations such as Thailand and Singapore, medical travelers are also able to enjoy substantial savings.

 

Chemotherapy costs in the U.S. average about $500 per treatment, while comparative treatments in foreign destinations are much lower. A breast lump removal (lumpectomy) in the U.S. can cost an average of $2,500-$3,000, while such procedures can cost about $700 in India and about $1,000 in Singapore.

 

The Almater Hospital in Mexico and Makewell Meditour in India are just two of the many world-class and excellent facilities that provide cancer care abroad. When it comes to your care, cost shouldn’t be a factor.

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by Denise

Recently, stem cell researchers in the United States discovered a compound they can eradicate breast cancer stem cells. Doctors and researchers have long believed the cancer stem cells are nearly indestructible, and many don’t react to chemo or radiation treatments.  A recent publication in Cell, has announced the researchers have discovered a compound that will target specific cancer stem cells, leading to hold that these master cancer cells can be eradicated in individuals suffering from multiple forms of cancer.

Doctors and researchers from around the world have long studied the potential treatments and cures that may be derived from embryonic stem cell research, umbilical cord stem cell research, placenta stem cell therapies and the many uses of various forms of stem cells to treat diseases and illnesses of the human body. The hope for cures for breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and pancreatic, liver and stomach cancer compels researchers in stem cell research facilities around the globe to continually strive to understand the basics of stem cell growth and development.

Research facilities in the United States, as well as those such as Integra and Progencell in Mexico, and EmCell in Ukraine as well as top-notch and state of the art facilities located throughout Europe, South America, Asia and the United States  continue to search for treatments, drugs and procedures that will specifically target and kill cancer stem cells.

Adult embryonic stem cell therapy, as well as adult stem cell therapy protocols are being developed around the world and will continue to offer hope to millions of cancer patients for the ultimate treatment and cure.

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by Denise

Medical tourism in Thailand offers the best in high-tech facilities and care. Cancer specialists offer a multitude of cancer treatment for many cancers, including breast cancer, bone cancer, colon cancer and more. Alternative cancer treatment and cancer prevention facilties found in Thailand offer affordable cancer treatment options for international travelers.

 

One of the most well known cancer treatment centers in Southeast Asia is the Bangkok Medical Center (BMC) is one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in medicine today. Located in Bangkok, Thailand, BMC is an expansive state-of-the-art medical campus that provides the most comprehensive medical care available anywhere. Composed of four hospitals and a broad range of specialized clinics, BMC offers JCI accredited health care and has delivered world class, award winning health care since 1972.

 

For those who are looking for a quality facility that offers breast cancer treatments, the Bangkok Hospital Medical Center has over 650 full-time physicians, all of whom are internationally trained and highly experienced. Their center offers virtually every service and amenity imaginable, from concierge services and luxury accommodations, to translation assistance and fantastic dining, ensuring that your stay is a comfortable one.

 

Cancer treatments at the first private cancer hospital in Thailand, Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital have state-of-the-art technology and treatment methods as well as specialized physicians. For those looking for a world-class facility with exceptional standards of care, the medical center in Thailand offers affordable cancer treatments in an exotic locale.

 

While there are specialized facilities for treatments, Bangkok Hospital is also the primary facility for internal medicine, pediatrics and general surgery. Treatments such as endocrinology, gynecology, nephrology, orthopedics, radiology, urology, cosmetic surgery, eye and LASIK, gastrointestinal tract and liver, and ear, nose and throat are also done at this facility. Each of the specialized facilities contain the some of the best physicians in the world, as well as advanced cancer treatments.

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by Denise

No one likes to hear the word ‘Cancer’, but unfortunately, thousands of people are diagnosed with some form of cancer every month. Liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer are among the most common. Cancer prevention information is making some headway with encouraging cancer awareness, but too often the  diagnosis comes too late. That’s why annual checkups are so important. When caught early enough, treatments for cancer can help individuals beat the disease and offer hope for a future. One of the most common forms of cancer treatment used today is chemotherapy.

 

Chemotherapy, or Chemo for short, is a procedure that is commonly used to treat cancer in a patient. It can be performed before or after a surgery, and is designed to remove cancerous cells or tumors. The procedure can also be performed on an individual who is undergoing radiation therapy. Some doctors  use chemotherapy alone, depending on the severity of the cancer.

 

Unfortunately, chemotherapy drugs are horrendously expensive in the U.S. and may cost upward of $5,000 a month! And just as unfortunately, many individuals diagnosed with cancer must make a choice of either obtaining the expensive treatment and losing their financial security or choosing not to treat. No one should have to make that choice.

 

Thankfully, there are facilities outside the U.S. where Americans can receive superlative cancer treatment at a fraction of the cost of domestic care. Places like the Bangkok Hospital Medical Center in Thailand, or the EmCell Clinic in Kiev, Ukraine are just a couple of the multiple medical tourism destinations found abroad that offer cutting-edge technologies and procedures for the treatment of many different types of cancer.

 

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by Denise

Cancer can strike any gender or age group. Depending on the type of cancer, various treatments may be initiated in an effort to eradicate or kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery are the most common types of treatments that battle multiple forms of cancer.

Drugs for treatment of cancer – any type of cancer such as breast cancer, colon cancer, kidney or stomach cancer, as well as lung cancer treatment or fast-acting cancers like stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer and brain cancer are so expensive that many people choose to die rather than eradicate life savings and retirement plans. Most health insurance plans have a $1 million lifetime maximum on payouts, and yet cancer treatments may cost an individual in the U.S. more than $300,000 a year!

Look at the cost of many common drugs prescribed to help treatment for cancer:

3 drugs – Herceptin, Avastin and Zometa, for one month can run over $20,000 - that breaks down to roughly $6,254.95 for ONE dose of Herceptin and $9,496.47 for ONE dose of Avastin. That doesn’t even include the treatments to inject the drugs.

According to an article run in USA Today, the average monthly cost of Herceptin is about $3,000 a month. Avastin costs an average of $4,400 a month. Of course, it depends on what type of cancer being treated. Larger doses will cost more, or less.

Cancer treatment centers in foreign destinations like Mexico, India, Thailand, Singapore, India, Jordan and Turkey are looking better and better for Americans faced with such outrageous cancer treatment costs.

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by Denise

Depending on the type of cancer discovered, physicians will determine which options or treatments are best in every situation. In some cases, a patient may have a choice of procedures or treatments, while other times, they will not. Certain factors will determine which treatment will provide optimal results, including what type of cancer, what organs or tissues are affected, as well as what stage the cancer is in. The earlier the stage of cancer development, the better for treatment prognosis. Overall health and age may also factor in to treatment plans.

Common Cancer Treatments

· Chemotherapy

· Radiation

· Surgery

· Biological or hormone therapy

One individual undergoing cancer treatment utilizing a drug called Cytoxan, and chemotherapy for cancer treatment for his cancer costs him roughly $2,000 for each session he must undergo. His medical bills amount to roughly $300,000 a year. The astronomical costs of treating liver cancer or kidney cancer, or stomach cancer or breast cancer (the list goes on) can devastate financial stability in a matter of weeks.

However, cancer treatment centers in foreign destinations may offer hope for thousands facing such a dilemma. Cancer treatment centers located in Thailand, Singapore, India, Mexico and places in Europe such as Turkey and Jordan, offer cancer treatment for many types of cancer, including bone and pancreatic cancer, colon cancer as well as alternative cancer treatment options.

No one should ever have to choose between cancer treatment and financial ruin or the tragic results on not being able to afford such treatment. Check out cancer treatment abroad and do what you can to help yourself or a loved one utilize better options.

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by Denise

Biological hormone therapies are also known as “anti-estrogen therapy” and are frequently used to help the immune system fight against some types of cancer.

Today, the most commonly used biological hormone therapy treatment for cancer include but are not limited to:

· AROMATASE Inhibitors – helps to stifle the conversion of substances into estrogen, which helps to stop production in many cells of the body. Types include:

o Arimidex

o Aromasin

o Femara

· SERMs (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators) – block estrogens from attaching to receptors on cancer cells. Types include:

o Tamoxifen

· ERDs (Estrogen-Receptor Downregulators) block and break down estrogen receptors, reducing the number of cancer cells that receive messages to grow.

o Faslodex

Other new biological therapies being used to treat breast cancer include but are not limited to:

· Herceptin

· Avastin

· Tykerb

Unfortunately, the cost of biological hormone therapy is astronomical. In the United States, price ranges for Avastin may cost up to $4,400 a month and Herceptin can cost an average of $3,000 a month. Newer drugs may cost patients more than $10,000 a month!

Often, individuals choose not to receive cancer treatments that devastate family incomes, financial security and retirement savings. Medical travel to other countries such as India and Thailand save substantial amounts of money on biological hormone therapy drugs.

For example, at the Artemis Health Institute in India, a year’s supply of Herceptin averages out to about $2,000 a month instead of the $3,000 a month in the U.S. In other locations such as Thailand and Singapore, medical travelers are also able to enjoy substantial savings.

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