Massage therapy offers the potential to soothe pain physically and emotionally
By Amber Young, Registered Massage Therapist. Registered Massage Therapist. Compassionate touch is one of the many sacred ways we can connect as beings; it is a true honour to be welcomed into a person’s circle of care and to hold this healing space. As the number of cases of cancer, and other manifestations of…
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World Lung Cancer Day
By Mark Legacy, CCRP and Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND. August 1st is World Lung Cancer Day, a day to raise awareness, educate and advocate for patients with lung cancer. Lung cancer is the most common and most deadly cancer in the world. It is estimated that 1 in 14 Canadians will be diagnosed with lung…
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Summer Skin Health: A Naturopathic Guide to Healthy Glowing Skin
By Dr. Anna Bullen, ND. In the summer months when the weather is glorious it can be tempting to soak up as much sunshine as you can before the cold seasons return. While some sun exposure can be beneficial, it’s important to use strategies to prevent skin cancer and keep your skin healthy. It…
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Does Supplementing With Vitamin D Impact Cancer Incidence or Mortality?
By Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND If you’ve seen a naturopathic doctor before, chances are you know a thing or two about vitamin D! Supplementing with vitamin D is often talked about in the winter months to treat vitamin D deficiency,1 possibly reduce symptoms of depression,2 support our immune system,3,4 and more. If you or…
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Your Essential Guide to Integrative Cancer Care Insights From the OncANP Conference
By Dr. Julie Robinson, ND. The yearly Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP) conference is designed to further educate integrative cancer care providers, enhancing patient care and professional collaboration. Packed with case studies, innovative research, and resources to inform clinical practice, the conference is an inspiration to attendees and the naturopathic medical profession. This…
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Top Strategies to Reduce Cancer Risk Through Lifestyle
By Dr. Ellen Conte, ND. As most people know, cancer is common – in fact two in five Canadians will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime.1 The encouraging news is that an estimated 30%-50% of cancers can be prevented.2 February is National Cancer Prevention Month, so let’s talk about the top strategies…
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Cervical Cancer Awareness: Spotlight on prevention
By Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND. Did you know cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer? Read on to learn about what causes it, what “precancerous” cells means, and how Canada is working to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.1 Cervical cancer in Canada 1 in 168 people are expected to develop cervical…
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Our Team at The Society for Integrative Oncology’s 20th Annual Conference
This September, researchers and practitioners at The Patterson Institute for Integrative Oncology Research and The Centre for Health Innovation (CHI) attended The Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO)’s 20th annual conference in Banff, Canada. SIO is a multidisciplinary professional organization for integrative oncology that includes a community of oncologists, nurses, naturopathic doctors (ND), and many other…
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OncANP Naturopathic Oncology Conference Highlights in Toronto, June 2023
By Mohamed Elsayed, MSc, PhD, ND; Erica Rizzolo, ND; Mark Legacy, BSc, CCRP. The Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP) is a professional organization with a membership of licensed naturopathic doctors (ND), naturopathic medical students, and allied health providers across North America. The mission of the OncANP is to advance the philosophy, science, and practice of…
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Making Sense of Research on Complementary Cancer Therapies.
By Nancy Hepp, CancerChoices Lead Researcher and Program Manager, with review by Laura Pole, RN, MSN, OCNS, and Andy Jackson, ND. Perhaps you’ve seen headlines such as these: Vitamin D Prevents Cancer No Benefit from Taking Vitamin D Supplements or Exercise Recommended for People with Cancer Ease Back on Exercise during Cancer Treatment or Metformin…
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