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Nonstick Frying Pans and Cancer Risks?
Read all 3 responses: "Hello organic moms and/or culinary wizards out there... I 'm in need of some education on the risk of cancer and toxic fumes from ...
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- Hi K., I did the same thing a few years ago. I got rid of all my non-sticks and purchased good quality pots and pans. The secret to cooking eggs and pancakes (and othe...
- According to Food Network"s Alton Brown, the fumes that are toxic from non-stick pans don't occur until the pan is above medium heat. For pancakes and eggs, you can p...
- So I did the same thing and threw out all those pans a few years ago. What works great for me are cast iron skillets. I couldn't live without mine.
Anyone with Any Info
Read all 12 responses: "i have a dear friend who has brest cancer, she has had both brest removed, she is not sure to keep doing cemo ? is it relly the ...
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- L., I have not experienced Breast Cancer, but about a year and a half ago I was diagnosed with Melanoma. I had all the lymph nodes removed from my arm. I finished a...
- Jennifer's help is the best I could offer too. My heart goes out to you and your friend...
- L.: My mom is a breast cancer survivior. She has one breast partially removed, went through chemo and radiation. It was awful however, knock on wood, she is a "surv...
Seeking Another Good Doctor for Detecting Breast Cancer Mammogram Vs. MRI
Read all 3 responses: "Hello moms! I have another question for another doctor but this one is for myself. I am worried that I may have breast cancer and ...
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- C.-- Please do not believe what you have heard. Mammograms are the best way to screen for breast cancer--they are scientifically proven to save lives. Mammograms ...
- Please do not become complacent based on self examination as a way of finding breast cancer. I am a cancer survivor. In my case the doctor could see the cancer in t...
- Mammograms causing cancer is a myth - and the person who started it should be ashamed of themselves. In addition to you performing monthly self exams, and your doct...
How Can I Help My Friend Dealing with Cancer?
Read all 12 responses: "I have a friend who has been battling cancer for about 2 years and it is now in her brain. I want to do something special for her ...
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- Have you tried asking her what she would like to do? Often times people have dreams they don't realize can come true. Also, you could help her find a way to share her ...
- Hi Genee, PLEASE VIEW THIS VIDEO and share it with your friend: http://youtube.com/watch?v=8NVxC2iBpec&feature=related Here is my website: http://healthmyself.f...
- My best friend went throught lung cancer also. we went to the movies a lot and we also went to dinner a lot. I also had cancer when i was 22 yrs old so i was able to t...
Gift for Friend Diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer
Read all 5 responses: "I just found out that a wonderful friend of mine from college was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. Her prognosis is good and she ...
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- Hi N., my sister was diagnosed about a year ago with breast cancer and thankfully it was found very early, she recieved some beautiful braclets with the breast cancer ...
- How about cookies by design or the fruit flower arragnements they do now. If nothing else it is comforting just knowing thoughts are with you and the kids will enjoy t...
- I spent 5 weeks in the hospital last year and my sister got me a really nice leather bound journal from Fossil and put a bunch of encouraging verses and quotes on indi...
Could This Be Cancer?
Read all 14 responses: "I have a wart, mold looking thing on my eyelid. I started "growing" it about a year ago. It has changed color and shape.
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- Hi T., I would get it checked asap...AS For cancer isn't anything to fool around with plus it will ease your mind after you see the doctor says...so make your appoint...
- Don't be afraid. Get it checked, better safe than sorry, and skin problems are the most common form of cancer (which in many cases is benign. Any cell that chooses to ...
- T., You really need to consult your primary care physician on this.
Looking for a Dermatologist for Myself and My Son for Skin Cancer?
Read all 7 responses: "My son has a dark brown mole on his hand that seems to have cropped up from nowhere. I do not remeber him having this before.
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- I see Allan Berk in Lake Forest. He is an interesting personality but an amazing dermatologist.and who cars about scars etc good luck J.
- Hi Gretchen:) As for your son...kids get new moles all of the time... they are not usually just born with them. They become more decorated as they get older. I know...
- Well, our dermatologist is in Elmhurst. Her name is Lori Shelnitz and she's really good. Her office is well managed (read: on time) and Dr. Shelnitz is the best. She a...
Friend's Child Has Cancer
Read all 6 responses: "I recently found out that a friend's 4-year old son has cancer. The doctors are in the process of assessing his situation and coming ...
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- If it turns out there is a specific hospital or medical center she will have to spend a lot of time at, you could buy her a booklet (or two or three) of parking passes...
- I've had a child in the hospital for extended periods. Some of the most helpful things people did for me: brought me a small cooler (over the shoulder type) with v...
- The other mom's suggestions were great....I agree with helping out with other children....taking meals...doing laundry....running errands....bless you for helping a fr...
Advice on Children with Terminal Cancer
Read all 38 responses: "In the last 2 months we have found out about 2 children (one is 6 and one is 2) in our little circle of friends that have been ...
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- the best thing you can do is be an ear to listen and a shoulder to cry on and spend all that time you can with them to make all the memories you can so that your littl...
- Hi T., I agree with what alot of the ladies have said. My best friend's little boy was diagnosed with ALL Leukemia in 2006. He just turned 10 and praise God, he i...
- I think one of the nicest things to do is to get them a gift certificate to get some fun family portraits done. I am a photographer and I know that many of us give dis...
Breast Cancer Care Package
Read all 11 responses: "My mother has breast cancer and is starting her first round of chemotherapy next week. I would love some ideas of things to put in a ...
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- I know mints/hard candy were great for my mom when she was doing chemo. They helped with the metallic taste that she would get (which only added to her nauseousness) ...
- Hello: I am a breast cancer survivor. chemo is the worst part of the treatment. If she had to have surgery, I loved the little pillow that I had to put under my arm...
- Dear S. S: I also have breast cancer. I finished six rounds of chemo in April and just started radiation last week. For chemo different types of hats (make su...
