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New Cancer Treatments

Traditional cancer therapies like chemotherapy and radiation therapy are notorious for their severe side effects. Newer "immunotherapies," are more tolerable. By using monoclonal antibodies to mark cancer cells within your body, your immune system can target them specifically and effectively destroy them. But how effective are immunotherapies? A panel of experts discusses the process and effectiveness of these new therapies and how they could affect your health. 

Onions Prevent Prostate Cancer?

There is a new delicious defense for prostate cancer! New studies have linked the sulfur-based compounds in onions, garlic and leeks to preventative treatment for prostate cancer. Garlic has been used widely for the treatment of other ailments, such as arthritis, and is a close relative of the onion. Research has shown links between substances similar to those found in the pungent vegetables and prevention of esophageal cancer and stomach cancer. A bit of onion every day could be the best defense for your prostate.