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Breast cancer is an extremely prevalent disease. It is estimated that about one in eight U.S. women will develop the invasive form of cancer over their lifetimes. However, increased awareness and funding has helped improve screening and diagnosis of breast cancer and even aided in improved treatments, leading to increased survival rates of cancer, with ...click here to read more

Colon cancer is one of the most common causes of cancer in the United States, and sadly, it’s one that is preventable in about a quarter of all cases. Most instances of the disease are due to lifestyle factors that can be changed or augmented, further reducing risk. Several types of screening tests have also ...click here to read more

This month is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women, with an estimated one in eight women developing breast cancer at some point in their lives. October is the time to raise awareness of early detection, which is why we at Bel Marra feel we ...click here to read more

One of the deadliest cancers affecting humans today is lung cancer. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in particular is known for being difficult to treat with chemotherapy resistance being a significant problem. However, the use of an unlikely drug has been found to help combat this resistance to life-saving treatment. Chemotherapy resistance occurs when cancers ...click here to read more

Being diagnosed with cancer is one of the most distressing things that can happen. One of the most aggressive types of cancer occurs in the brain called glioblastoma. This type of cancer can develop at any age but occurs more often in older adults. The cancer is very difficult to cure as it tends to ...click here to read more

Cancer is a word nobody wants to hear from the doctor. The term refers to a number of diseases that can affect virtually any part of the body and is characterized by the development of abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably. The problem with this is that these cells have the ability to spread and destroy ...click here to read more

September is prostate cancer awareness month and helps shed information on the most common cancer affecting men. About 1 in 7 men have a prostate cancer risk with them developing the condition at some point in their lifetime. We at Bel Marra want to do our part and spread helpful information to your readers and ...click here to read more

More than 20,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year, with over 14,000 dying from the condition. Ovarian cancer risk is a real problem for the lives of every woman which is why September has been dubbed Ovarian Cancer awareness month to help women recognize the signs of this deadly disease. To contribute ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that women with gum disease or a history of gum disease are at a higher risk of developing certain types of cancer. These cancers include tumors in the esophagus and breasts. The researchers uncovered that a history of gum disease increased the risk of certain cancers by 14 percent. Esophageal cancer ...click here to read more

Cholesterol is a substance in the body that helps to build healthy cells and promote proper nerve and cellular function. While a small amount of it is required for sustainability, too much of it can lead to some detrimental effects such as atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and stroke. Breast cancer is another condition affecting about one ...click here to read more

Grapes are one of mans most prized fruits. They are delicious, full of flavor, and can even be made into wine. The grape is actually considered a berry and has a history of being enjoyed as far back as 8,000 years ago. It is estimated that nearly 72 million tons of this bountiful fruit are ...click here to read more

The thyroid is a gland found in the neck that is responsible for secreting thyroid hormone, which primarily influences metabolic rate and protein synthesis. An estimated 20 million Americans have some sort of thyroid disease, with 60 percent of those individuals unaware of their condition. We at Bel Marra feel that we should inform our ...click here to read more

Cancer of the brain due to metastasis (spread from a distant primary cancer) is often an insidious diagnosis that is not caught until very late into the course of the disease. Unfortunately, this leads to poor prognosis and early death. Much of the issue is with screening potential patients. While there are tests available to ...click here to read more

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, affects many adults across the United States. The condition can range from simple gum inflammation to serious damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. It doesn’t stop there, however, as new research links the disease to an increased risk of several types of cancer ...click here to read more