The Answer to Cancer - Hardcover

Runowicz, Carolyn; Cherry, Sheldon H.; Lange, Dianne Partie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1579547303 ISBN 13: 9781579547301

Publisher: Rodale Books, 2004

Synopsis

A Revolution in Cancer Prevention

This urgent, hopeful new book explores the cutting edge in the war against cancer-with exclusive coverage of the most exciting discovery of all: chemopreventive drugs that can actually stop the cancer process from starting

The landmark announcement, five years ago, that tamoxifen could significantly reduce the rate of breast cancer in high-risk women, signaled the dawn of a new era in the battle against cancer. Now two highly respected physicians, one of them a cancer survivor herself, report on the recent dramatic breakthroughs in cancer prevention. Whether the goal is to avoid ever getting cancer, to arrest precancerous changes, or to prevent a recurrence, people will turn to this book for news they can use. The Answer to Cancer:

- Provides the latest information on the new chemopreventive drugs

- Identifies key lifestyle factors that can influence cancer risk-and outline a comprehensive self-care plan

- Evaluates the effectiveness of anti-cancer measures

- Helps readers to conduct their own personal risk assessments

Evidence that it is possible to intervene early to prevent cancer is so strong that the National Cancer Institute is currently sponsoring 80 chemoprevention trials. The new information in this book gives us all reason to hope that we are on our way to winning the war against this dreaded disease.

About this title

About the Author

Carolyn D. Runowicz, a nationally recognized expert in gynecologic cancer, is director of the University of Connecticut Cancer Center in Farmington. A past president of the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, she is currently second president of the American Cancer Society. Her husband

Sheldon H. Cherry, M.D., is clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. They reside in Avon, Connecticut

Dianne Partie Lange is editor-in-chief of Natural Health magazine and a former syndicated health columnist for the Los Angeles Times. She lives in Carnelian Bay, California.

Review

“Dr.Runowicz and Dr. Cherry have done an outstanding job of helping people understand cancer risk. The Answer to Cancer is clearly written, well-organized, and provides practical guidance on screening and preventive measures. Their thorough presentation fills a knowledge gap for the public and should be recommended to all those who are seeking information about what they can do to reduce cancer risk.” ―Diane Blum, MSW, Executive Director, CancerCare

“Finally, an easily readable book full of sound practical strategies that enable people at risk to participate actively in their own well-being. Long overdue!” ―Peter J. Deckers, MD, Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, Dean, UConn School of Medicine

“The Answer to Cancer is written by two of the leading experts in the fields of women's health and cancer. They succinctly give us the most up-to -date "why," "wherefore," and "what to do" information about this dreaded disease. If you have ever wondered if you are at risk, or what you can do to protect yourself or your loved ones...read on for the answers!” ―Judith Reichman, MD, Author of Slow Your Clock Down: The Complete Guide to a Healthy Younger You

“Cancer is potentially the most preventable and the most curable of all life-threatening diseases. If every American followed simple prevention and early detection guidelines, hundreds of thousands of lives could be saved every year. The Answer to Cancer is a comprehensive guide to cancer risk factors, preventive strategies, and screening options. This informative guide brings cutting-edge science to life in a way that is engaging and insightful. The wealth of knowledge contained in this volume can help anyone achieve a healthier lifestyle - and a substantially lower cancer risk.” ―John R. Seffrin, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, American Cancer Society

“Doctors Runowicz and Cherry have taken a complex and diversified disease and accurately described in simple terminology its many innuendos and variances. Cancer terms and phrases are cleverly demystified for each and every reader. The main message of the book regarding personal prevention of cancer is eloquently but, once again, simply outlined.

As national volunteer president of the American Cancer Society, I note that the section of the book on prevention could not be more aligned with the mission of our organization as we join the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association in giving a unified message to the people of our country concerning their health.

As a medical oncologist and a teacher of medical students, I plan to recommend this book as a basic explanation of the disease cancer and its prevention. This endeavor penetrates the most important barrier to the understanding of cancer and its prevention by delivering understandable language to the public.” ―Ralph B. Vance, M.D., FACP National President, American Cancer Society, Professor of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology, University of Mississippi School of Medicine

“Well-written, down-to-earth and packed with valuable information, The Answer to Cancer makes the case that prevention truly is the best solution to the cancer problem and helps people take control of their cancer risk. Early chapters put that risk into perspective-many people indeed overestimate their chances of developing or dying of certain cancers. The chapter on chemoprevention-the use of drugs or nutrients to prevent or delay the onset of cancer-is especially valuable. The authors explain the science behind cancer prevention and point out both successes and failures in a balanced fashion, which avoids sensationalism and hype.” ―Robert C. Young, M.D., President, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia

About this edition

• Publisher: Rodale Books
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1579547303
• ISBN 13: 9781579547301
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320