Cancer Mythbusters: What to Know About Marijuana

Cancer Mythbusters: What to Know About Marijuana

For thousands of years, marijuana—also known by names such as pot or weed—has been used for medicinal purposes. A psychoactive drug, marijuana is an illegal drug under U.S. federal law; however, some have legalized medical and recreational marijuana on their own, including Massachusetts, the home state of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. So where does marijuana come into play when it comes to treating cancer? And can it help patients manage cancer? We dive into these questions, and other common questions, myths, and misconceptions about marijuana and cancer, with Ilana Braun, MD, chief of Adult Psychosocial Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

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Meditation: What It Is and How To Try It

Meditation: What It Is and How To Try It

Cancer and other health conditions not only affect the body physically; they can also carry a major emotional impact. While the main focus for many patients is treating the cancer itself and its accom...

20 Maalis 202024min

Cancer Mythbusters: Pancreatic Cancer

Cancer Mythbusters: Pancreatic Cancer

What is the number one cause of pancreatic cancer? What are the early warning signs of this disease? And how are researchers making progress in the treatment of pancreatic cancer overall? In this epi...

6 Maalis 20208min

Contemplation Meditation

Contemplation Meditation

Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. Produced by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Far...

20 Helmi 202015min

Wise Person Meditation

Wise Person Meditation

Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. Produced by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Far...

19 Helmi 202020min

Walking Meditation

Walking Meditation

Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. Produced by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Far...

19 Helmi 202020min

Mountain Meditation

Mountain Meditation

Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. Produced by Patty Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Far...

19 Helmi 202018min

Golden Light Meditation

Golden Light Meditation

Meditation is a practice that can help us learn to be present in the moment and navigate life's challenges. Produced by Patty Arcani, PhD, RN, program manager of mindfulness and meditation at Dana-Far...

19 Helmi 202019min

Managing Side Effects Through Nutrition

Managing Side Effects Through Nutrition

It's no secret: Cancer treatments are powerful. It’s also no secret that these drugs can also harm healthy cells in the body, which can lead to side effects. It’s not uncommon for patients to feel nau...

10 Joulu 201914min

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