War Against Cancer: Holistic Approach

WAR AGAINST CANCER is written by a radiation oncologist to explain integrative holistic approach for prevention, diagnosis and various treatment options for CANCER. Cancer is "Internal Terrorism" within the body. Written on the backdrop of 9/11, the author discusses various causes, prevention, nutrition, modern medical methods together with use of complementary methods such as Mind-Body Medicine, Yoga, Ayurveda, Homeopathy and Herbal Therapies. The chapter " Psychology of Cancer " is very intriquing to read for understanding of emotional and spiritual aspects of cancer. A great book for overview of cancer: for, cancer patients, their families, lay public, modern medicos, complementary therapist and researchers.

Arvind Kulkarni, M.D., an Indian born physician, received his post-graduate training in radiation oncology at Liverpool University and then at New York University. After practising in USA for few years, Dr. Kulkarni returned to India to continue his work for cancer treatment. He developed interest in integrative medicine to reduce reactions in patients undergoing radiation and chemotherapy. This book reflects on Dr. Kulkarni's vast experience in dealing with more than 20,000 cancer patients over the past 40 odd years.