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A quick guide to chemotherapy
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/a-quick-guide-to-chemotherapy
Cancer cells generally grow faster and divide more quickly than normal cells, so chemotherapy works to kill more cancer cells than healthy cells., To control cancer., To prevent cancer coming back., In fact, many cancer organisations are calling for exercise to be prescribed to all people with cancer as part of their routine cancer care., According to the Cancer Council, only one in ten people diagnosed with cancer will get enough exercise during or after their treatment.
CBA Exclusive Staff Deals Julia
https://www.cbhs.com.au/cbastaffdeals-julia
CBHS helped my family immensely, mainly my mother who died of brain cancer a few years ago.
CBA Exclusive Staff Deals
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CBHS helped my family immensely, mainly my mother who died of brain cancer a few years ago.
Member update: Adventist HealthCare hospitals
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/member-update-adventist-healthcare-hospitals
Our Hospital cover provides you access to a range of innovative programs, including: Hospital in the Home Our Better Living program suite Short-stay joint replacement Integrated cancer care.
What you need to know about endoscopy
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-endoscopy
It allows a doctor to look for signs of bowel cancer and investigate what might be causing gastrointestinal symptoms., Most polyps are benign, but some may become cancerous if they are left untreated., Cystoscopes are routinely used to explore problems such as blood found in urine, bladder stones and bladder cancer.
Comprehensive Hospital (Gold)
https://www.cbhs.com.au/health-insurance/hospital-cover/comprehensive-hospital-gold
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Treatment for cancers of the blood is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Active Hospital (Silver Plus) + Essential Extras
https://www.cbhs.com.au/health-insurance/hospital-cover/active-hospital-silver-plus/essential-extras
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Treatment for cancers of the blood is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
The important of managing your weight
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/weight-management
Weight management Being a healthy body weight means you’re less likely to suffer from a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, stroke and some cancers., Being a healthy body weight means you’re less likely to suffer from a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, stroke and some cancers.
Conditions and Symptoms
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/conditions-and-symptoms
Conditions and symptoms Chronic diseases such as cancer, coronary heart disease and diabetes account for two-thirds of the burden of disease in Australia., Chronic diseases such as cancer, coronary heart disease and diabetes account for two-thirds of the burden of disease in Australia.
How to enjoy a social sip and keep your health goals intact!
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/how-to-enjoy-a-social-sip-and-keep-your-health-goals-intact
Of course, a drink in moderation is fine, but if you can limit your alcohol intake not only will this impact positively on your weight, you can also avoid long-term chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, cancer and mental health issues., And, as a general rule, drinking less is better for your health in the long run – you can minimise your chances of developing a chronic condition like heart disease, cancer and mental health issues.
Having a colonoscopy? Here’s what you need to know
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/having-a-colonoscopy-here-s-what-you-need-to-know
Some common ones include stomach pain, passing blood, changes to bowel habits, investigations for bowel cancer or haemorrhoids., Bowel Cancer Australia recommends that you choose an experienced specialist., Some polyps can develop into cancer if left untreated., Bowel Cancer Australia have a very comprehensive guide to the colonoscopy procedure you might like to read.
What is Hospital in the Home?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/what-is-hospital-in-the-home
Kristine’s cancer journey involved multiple hospital admissions, with seven biopsies, a bone marrow/stem cell transplant and many ups and downs.
Four men's health issues to watch out for
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/four-mens-health-issues-to-watch-out-for
Some of the common conditions affecting Australian men include coronary heart disease, prostate cancer, depression and diabetes., Prostate cancer After some forms of skin cancer, Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men., Prostate cancer causes abnormal cells to develop within the prostate gland., Understand your risk There are several risk factors for developing prostate cancer., Know the signs and symptoms The symptoms of prostate cancer don’t usually appear until the cancer has grown quite large.
Your guide to understanding in vitro fertilisation (IVF)
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/understanding-IVF-in-vitro-fertilisation
In other cases, men or women who have cancer may freeze their sperm or eggs before they have radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
Quit smoking for good
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/quit-smoking-for-good
Smoking also increases the risk of developing many diseases including many forms of cancer., According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, smoking is the single most important preventable cause of ill health and death in Australia and up to 90% of all lung cancers in men, and 65% of all lung cancers in women are attributed to smoking., The risk of developing most cancers will generally decrease after quitting smoking completely., After 10 years, your risk of lung cancer will be the same someone who’s never smoked and after 15 years, your risk of heart disease will be the same as someone who has never smoked., In fact, research suggests that they cause your body damage including lung disease, heart disease and even cancer.
Review: Is the ketogenic diet a good idea?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/review-is-the-ketogenic-diet-a-good-idea
As a result of these successes, some scientists believe keto diets could be used to help people suffering from a range of neurological problems such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and even brain cancer.
How 10 fruit and veg can save your life
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/how-10-fruit-and-veg-can-save-your-life
What we’ve learnt The study Fruit and vegetable intake and the risk of cardiovascular disease, total cancer and all-cause mortality – a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies A team of scientists from the Imperial College London, led by Dagfinn Aune, performed an analysis on 95 studies over 142 publications to determine the affect on fruit and vegetable intake with regards to cardiovascular disease, cancer and all-cause mortality rates., Higher intakes of fruit and vegetables reduces risk of heart disease, cancer and all-cause mortality, and they estimate that somewhere between 5.6 to 7.8 million premature deaths worldwide could be attributed to people consuming less than 500 to 800 grams of fruit and veg a day.
Mood foods - nutrition for busy people
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/mood-foods-nutrition-for-busy-people
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Private health insurance for common procedures
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Your GP might also recommend a colonoscopy if he or she suspects bowel or colon cancer or if you have a family history of them., We now use the term to describe one of the most common forms of cancer treatment., The drugs used in chemotherapy can kill cancer cells, stop them from multiplying or slow down their growth., Some cancers can be cured using chemotherapy alone., Find out more about cancer, plus cancer support and programs for CBHS members All information contained in this article is intended for general information purposes only.
The health issues affecting Australian men
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/leading-cause-of-death-for-men-in-Australia
Prostate cancer The most common cancer in Australian men is prostate cancer., If you’re over 50 or have a close relative who has had prostate cancer, you should discuss prostate cancer screening with your doctor., You can find out more at the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia., Visit our cancer health guide for more on this topic., Very rarely, the cause may be related to cancer.