Things to Consider and Links To Additional Information and Other Useful Resources
Before considering the use of nutritional supplements such as shark Cartilage , we urge everyone to consult with their physician or other qualified health care professional to advise him or her that you are planning to use shark Cartilage or any other nutritional supplement, either instead of conventional treatment or as an adjunct to conventional therapy. This will allow you to consider his or her opinion as to whether shark Cartilage or any other nutritional supplement will conflict with any conventional therapies he or she may have prescribed.
We also urge you not to abandon mainstream medicine's diagnostic capabilities. A delayed diagnosis may allow, for example, a treatable cancer to advance to a stage where it is no longer treatable.
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Because shark Cartilage products are all natural and non-toxic, many people are taking shark Cartilage products in conjunction with "conventional" cancer therapies such as radiation and chemotherapy. However, because shark Cartilage theoretically affects the development of new vascular systems (which apparently is why it seems to produce positive effects against cancer tumors and other angiogeneisis-dependent diseases, as discussed below):
SHARK Cartilage SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN BY PREGNANT WOMEN, CHILDREN OR ANYONE WHO HAS RECENTLY UNDERGONE SURGERY.
It is only by studying available literature on treatment alternatives, treatment modalities, success rates, side effects and availability (including cost of and legality of various treatments), that one can truly make an informed and intelligent decision as to what treatment is best for them.
Suggestions for Using the Internet to Find Out About Nutritional Supplements, such as Shark Cartilage Products, as Potential Aids in the Fight Against Cancer and other Angiogenesis-Dependent Diseases.
The Internet can be a great source of information regarding standard and newly-developed, yet "unproven," alternative treatments for Cancer and other angiogenesis-dependent diseases. You may also find lists of ongoing clinical trials. Some patients go to chat rooms which provide a place to talk to others facing similar medical conditions. However, all of this can be confusing and even misleading.
For example, an informative and helpful discussion on choosing a cancer treatment ("conventional," "alternative" or a combination of the two) that is right for you, is Steve Dunn's Cancer Guide -- we believe the methodology he suggests for conducting research on cancer as a basis for choosing an appropriate cancer therapy should be applied by all individuals seeking information on cancer therapies that are best suited to the needs of that particular individual. There are many other useful oncology sites which we have listed below.
We realize that shark Cartilage , as a nutritional supplement and potential aid in the fight against cancer and other angiogenesis-dependent diseases may not be right for everyone. However, if you've been told by your physician that there is nothing more conventional medicine can do for you, or have decided nontoxic, non-invasive natural alternatives, such as shark Cartilage , might compliment or enhance the conventional therapies you are taking, or plan to take in the future, you may find the information on the following pages useful.
Although many individuals have published data tending to establish the therapeutic benefits of shark Cartilage in the treatment of cancer and other degenerative diseases, at the present time, the FDA classifies shark Cartilage as a dietary food supplement. Thus, because shark Cartilage has not been classified as a drug with "proven" therapeutic benefits, no specific medical claims can be made and none are intended or should be implied.
Real Life has created this service for the sole purpose of dialogue, exploration, research and education. This service and all related content within this service is not intended for the purpose of diagnosing, prescribing or treating any one individual's personal condition or specific disease. Real Life provides the information contained herein for all to review, so those interested may further educate themselves about natural, non-toxic alternatives or adjuncts that may enhance their quality of life. Any final decisions on how to use the information set forth herein is left to the sole discretion of the reader and/or the readers personal physician. All liabilities related to use of this information for self prescribing or diagnosing without proper advice of a qualified physician or other qualified health care practitioner is hereby expressly disclaimed.
The Angiogenesis Foundation
The Angiogenesis Foundation is a non-profit organization created by Harvard-trained physicians, scientists, and humanitarians who share a vision that healthcare in the 21st century will be revolutionized by medicines that control angiogenesis. This site provides a wide range of resources for patients, researchers, doctors and anyone interested in this promising new scientific field.
CANCER RESOURCE LINKS
Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support, and Education
This is the only non-profit organization dedicated solely to helping those living with lung cancer improve the quality of their lives through advocacy, support, and education.
American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
AACR is a scientific society of over 15,000 laboratory and clinical cancer researchers. The site provides extensive public education resources and access to professional journals.
American Cancer Society (ACS)
This nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. This site provides extensive information resources for patients.
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
ASCO is a leading professional society representing physicians from 95 countries who treat people with cancer. This site allows users to search the Journal of Clinical Oncology and the ASCO annual meeting abstracts.
Association of Cancer Online Resources
Helpful to anyone who needs information about cancer, this cancer information system provides access to more than 75 cancer-related e-mail lists.
Canadian Cancer Society
A national community based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.
Canadian Lung Association
A non-profit organization providing information on a wide range oflung diseases. Offers support, advocacy and public information programs.
Cancer Control Society
Since 1973, the Cancer Control Society has brought life-saving information to thousands of patients and their families.
Cancer Hope Network
A non-profit organization that provides free and confidential one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families.
Cancer Information Service
The National Cancer Institute's link to the public, interpreting and explaining research findings in a clear and understandable manner.
Cancer Online
Cancer Online a full-text, electronic implementation of Cancer, an interdisciplinary international journal of the American Cancer Society, and its new Cancer Cytopathology section. The site offers access to current issues of the journal, as well as links from reference citations to MEDLINE abstracts.
Clinical Trials Listing Service
You can use this site to find a wealth of information related to clinical trials, such as a listing of more than 41,000 industry and government-sponsored clinical trials as well as new drug therapies recently approved by the FDA.
ClinicalTrials.gov
ClinicalTrials.gov provides patients, family members, health care professionals, and members of the public easy access to information on clinical trials for a wide range of diseases and conditions. The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), through its National Library of Medicine, has developed this site in collaboration with all NIH Institutes and the Food and Drug Administration.
healthfinder®
The US Department of Health and Human Services' healthfinder® is a free gateway to reliable consumer health information. healthfinder links to online publications, clearinghouses, databases, Web sites, and support and self-help groups, as well as government agencies and not-for-profit organizations that produce reliable information for the public.
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Part of the World Health Organization. IARC's mission is to coordinate and conduct research on the causes of human cancer, the mechanisms of carcinogenesis, and to develop scientific strategies for cancer control. The Agency is involved in both epidemiological and laboratory research and disseminates scientific information through publications, meetings, courses, and fellowships.
International Union Against Cancer
The International Union Against Cancer is devoted exclusively to all aspects of the worldwide fight against cancer. Its objectives are to advance scientific and medical knowledge in research, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer, and to promote all other aspects of the campaign against cancer throughout the world. Particular emphasis is placed on professional and public education.
Lung Cancer Online
Lung Cancer Online is a gateway to lung cancer resources for people with lung cancer and their families. It is intended to facilitate the time consuming and often frustrating process of learning about lung cancer, treatment options and support services. The site provides extensive information and links to resources about lung cancer.
MEDLINEplus
MEDLINEplus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. MEDLINEplus brings together, by health topic, authoritative information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government, non-profit and health-related organizations. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MEDLINEplus and give easy access to the medical research literature.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
The NCI is the U.S. government’s principal organization involved in cancer research. This site provides links to all the NCI’s other sites and services, including NCI CancerTrials and the Cancer Information Service.
National Cancer Institute Cancer Trials
This site, run by the U.S. National Cancer Institute, provides information and news about clinical trials.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
The NIH is part of the federal Department of Health and Human Services in the U.S. and consists of 25 Institutes and Centers that conduct medical research.
Office of Cancer Survivorship (OCS)
The primary mission of the OCS is to define and coordinate a research strategy to improve quality of life and health outcomes for all cancer survivors. This Web site is designed for researchers, health professionals, advocates, and survivors and their families. You will learn about what is new in cancer survivorship, and the ongoing research OCS supports.
OncoLink
OncoLink’s mission is to help cancer patients, families, health care professionals and the general public get accurate cancer-related information. The site was created by cancer specialists at the University of Pennsylvania.
Oncology.com
Established by a group of professionals from the health care, publishing and technology industries, this site provides a vast set of online resources for health care professionals, patients, and their families.
The Cancer Group
The Cancer Group is a group of health care professionals who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. They are doctors, nurses, scientist, researchers, business professionals and community leaders who volunteer their time and expertise in an attempt to provide the general public with a source of relevant information in the fight against cancer.
PSORIASIS RESOURCE LINKS
Canadian Psoriasis Foundation
A non-profit, member-supported organization that provides education to people about psoriasis and support to patients. The site offers a selection of educational materials and services.
Clinical Trials Listing Service
You can use this site to find a wealth of information related to clinical trials, such as a listing of more than 41,000 industry- and government-sponsored clinical trials as well as new drug therapies recently approved by the FDA.
DermWeb
The Web site for the Division of Dermatology at the University of British Columbia and the Vancouver Hospital & Health Sciences Centre. The site provides extensive information to psoriasis patients.
MEDLINEplus
MEDLINEplus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. MEDLINEplus brings together, by health topic, authoritative information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government, non-profit and health-related organizations. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MEDLINEplus and give easy access to the medical research literature.
PsoriasisNet
This Web site provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment of psoriasis, as well as extensive educational literature on the disease.
U.S. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
NIAMS is a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the U.S. government. This site provides detailed patient information on psoriasis.
U.S. National Psoriasis Foundation
This is a membership organization comprised of people who have psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, their family members, friends, physicians, nurses, researchers and corporations. The site provides vast information resources, message boards and links to other sites.
AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD) RESOURCE LINKS
MEDLINEplus
MEDLINEplus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. MEDLINEplus brings together, by health topic, authoritative information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other government, non-profit and health-related organizations. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MEDLINEplus and give easy access to the medical research literature.
American Macular Degeneration Foundation
The American Macular Degeneration Foundation works for the prevention, treatment, and cure of macular degeneration through raising funds, educating the public and supporting scientific research.
Casey Eye Institute AMD Page
The Macular Degeneration Center is comprised of clinicians, scientists, and support staff of the Casey Eye Institute at the Oregon Health Sciences University. The site provides patient information about AMD and information about clinical trials.
AMD Alliance International
The AMD Alliance International is a non-profit alliance of vision and seniors organizations working to raise the awareness level of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and an understanding of options for treatment, rehabilitation and support services. The Alliance currently represents organizations based in Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States.
Canadian Ophthalmological Society
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is the national member association of medical eye doctors who provide comprehensive eye care. Ophthalmologists have specialized medical education and training to diagnose and treat eye problems and diseases and perform surgery. This site provides extensive information resources for patients.
Clinical Trials Listing Service
You can use this site to find a wealth of information related toclinical trials, such as a listing of more than 41,000 industry- and government-sponsored clinical trials as well as new drug therapies recently approved by the FDA.
Macular Degeneration Partnership
The Macular Degeneration Partnership is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide comprehensive, easily understood information about macular degeneration to the public.
National Eye Institute
The U.S. National Eye Institute (NEI) supports more than 80% of the vision research conducted in the United States at approximately 250 medical centers, hospitals, universities, and other institutions. The site provides access to a clinical studies database, public information, and news and events.
The Macula Foundation
A non-profit organization housed at the Manhattan Eye and Ear Hospital, the foundation supports basic and clinical research in macular diseases of the eye. This site provides an excellent graphical explanation of AMD.
The Johns Hopkins Hospital Wilmer Eye Institute
The Wilmer Institute is committed to helping patients with AMD and other macular degenerative diseases through laboratory and clinical research and by improving the lifestyle of patients who are currently afflicted with these diseases. The site provides patient information on AMD, a newsletter and links to support groups.
University of California Center for the Study of Macular Degeneration
This website provides information on AMD from the research laboratories at the University of California, Santa Barbara, Center for the Study of Macular Degeneration. The center is dedicated to research on the cellular, molecular and genetic causes of AMD.
DISCLAIMER
Real Life has created this service for the sole purpose of dialogue, exploration, research and education. This service and all related content within this service is not intended for the purpose of diagnosing, prescribing or treating any one individual's personal condition or specific disease. Real Life provides the information contained herein for all to review, so those interested may further educate themselves about natural, non-toxic alternatives or adjuncts that may enhance their quality of life. Any final decisions on how to use the information set forth herein is left to the sole discretion of the reader and/or the readers personal physician. All liabilities related to use of this information for self prescribing or diagnosing without proper advice of a qualified physician or other qualified health care practitioner is hereby expressly disclaimed. |