Dr. Terry Kraus goes over and explains four new cancer studies: A study on chemotherapy in non-small cell carcinoma of the lung; a study about PDL1; a study about lung cancer patients not feeling shame about their diagnosis; and a report by the FDA about drug manufacturers who don't cooperate in the development of generic drugs. 

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People with lung cancer shouldn't feel shame about smoking

Dr. Terry Kraus goes over and explains three new cancer studies: A study suggesting chemotherapy is not necessary for patients with early breast cancers, and two studies showing the importance of exercise in increasing the chance of surviving cancer. Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Twitter: @DrTKraus

Is chemotherapy needed for early breast cancers?

In a special episode of the podcast, Dr. Terry Kraus shares four stories of heroism from ordinary Americans on December 7, 1941.  Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Twitter: @DrTKraus

Lest We Forget: Memorial Day Special

Dr. Terry Kraus goes over the strategies women can implement to lessen their risk of developing breast cancer. These practices include diet and exercise, regular beast exams and mammograms, and moderate alcohol consumption.   Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Twitter: @DrTKraus

Preventing Breast Cancer

Dr. Terry Kraus covers some strategies for preventing prostate cancer. We all know that diet and exercise are important, that cigarettes are dangerous, and that alcohol should be consumed in moderation. But what about behaviors like drinking coffee or taking vitamins? How do these affect the risk of developing prostate cancer? And why do African American men develop prostate cancer at a higher rate than other men, and what should African American men do about their higher risk? Dr. Kraus gets into these topics and more. Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Twitter: @DrTKraus

Preventing Prostate Cancer

Dr. Terry Kraus explains the mission statement for his podcast: To inform and empower people all around the world through knowledge about cancer, from an oncologist with more than four decades of experience treating patients.  In a special episode during the Easter Season, Dr. Kraus has a message and a story about the importance of sacrifice and rejuvenation. Get more information at www.ihatecancerpodcast.com. Article Dr. Kraus references: 7 incredible stories of heroism on 9/11

Easter Special: "The Man In The Red Bandana"

Dr. Kraus goes over the potential side effects associated with treatments for prostate cancer, including erectile dysfunction and incontinence.  Get more information at www.ihatecancer.com.  

Potential Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Treatment

Dr. Kraus covers the surgical treatment options for people who have intermediate prostate cancer, including factors to consider when deciding on a treatment option and a doctor. Learn more at www.ihatecancerpodcast.com

Surgical Treatment Options For Intermediate Prostate Cancer

In the latest entry in his miniseries on prostate cancer, Dr. Terry Kraus explains how the staging for intermediate prostate cancer works, including a breakdown of the Gleason score system. For more information, visit www.ihatecancerpodcast.com.

Intermediate Prostate Cancer Staging

The manufacturers of electronic cigarettes claim that "vaping" is safer than smoking. In fact, a "scientific study" got a lot of news attention recently for its conclusion that vaping is safe. Dr. Terry Kraus examines that study and questions its methods and findings, and shares what he knows about the dangers of e-cigarettes and nicotine in general. Learn more at www.ihatecancerpodcast.com   Twitter: @DrTKraus

The Hazards of E-Cigarettes

In part 2 of Dr. Kraus's miniseries on prostate cancer, he continues to cover the basics of prostate cancer and how it is diagnosed.  Learn more at www.IHateCancerPodcast.com.

Prostate Cancer, part 2

In part 1 of a new miniseries on prostate cancer, Dr. Terry Kraus covers the basics of prostate cancer, including risk factors, prevalence, treatments, and survival rates. Learn more at www.IHateCancerPodcast.com.

Prostate Cancer, part 1

Dr. Terry Kraus explains the genetic risk factors that can lead to breast cancer. What are BRCA 1 and BRCA 2, and what does it mean if a person has them? How can genetic testing be obtained, and how much does it cost? Which ethnic groups have a higher genetic risk of developing breast cancer? What does it mean for a woman's chances of developing breast cancer if she has a relative who has had it? How do US laws such as the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 protect people who have genetic predispositions for developing breast cancer?  Dr. Kraus also explains why he believes genetic counselors are important, and he explains the three different statuses of BRCA 1 and BRCA 2.   For more information:   Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com   Twitter: @DrTKraus   Facebook: www.facebook.com/oncologyconsultingservices

Breast Cancer Genetics

How can breast exams help detect breast cancer? How are they done, and how often should they be done? Dr. Terry Kraus explains why he believes breast exams are important, how often they should be done, and how to conduct a good, thorough self-examination. Dr. Kraus then explains some of the terminology surrounding breast cancer, how hormones interact with breast cancer, and the various forms of hormonal therapies as treatments for breast cancer. Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/oncologyconsultingservices Twitter: @DrTKraus

Breast Exams

How important are mammograms, and why are they controversial? Dr. Terry Kraus explains, and gives his thoughts on how often women should receive mammograms.  Website: www.ihatecancerpodcast.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/oncologyconsultingservices Twitter: @DrTKraus

Mammograms

Dr. Terry Kraus is a board-certified oncologist with more than four decades of experience treating and researching cancer. "I Hate Cancer" is a podcast for people who want to understand cancer—what are the different types of cancer, what are the risk factors, what are the treatment options? In each episode, Dr. Kraus dives into a different cancer-related topic to explain the complicated science and art of medicine in an accessible and easy-to-understand way.

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