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Cancer care

Can complementary medicine ease side effects?

  1. Which spice may boost the effect of radiotherapy (radiation treatment) and help protect your skin?
  2. Which complementary treatment helps relieve nausea during chemotherapy?
  3. Which helps improve quality of life and relieve stress during cancer treatment?
  4. Which herb can decrease the effectiveness of some chemotherapy drugs?
  5. What activity has been shown to reduce pain and anxiety for people with cancer?
  6. What's the most effective way to boost nutrition during cancer treatment?

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