Cancer
Colon Cancer Diet: Foods That Help Fight & Prevent It
A colon cancer diet plays a powerful role in both preventing and managing colorectal cancer.
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Dr. Priya Sharma, MD, FRCPC
Medical Oncologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Priya Sharma is a medical oncologist affiliated with the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC), she has 14 years of experience in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship care. Dr. Sharma is committed to translating complex oncology research into clear, actionable information for patients and caregivers.
Articles by Dr. Priya Sharma, MD, FRCPC
Cancer
Appendix Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
The appendix is a small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine. It sits in the lower right side of your abdomen.
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Adrenal Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Your body has two adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney. These glands produce important hormones that help control blood …
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Cancer: Causes, Types, and Warning Signs
Normally, your body’s cells grow, divide, and die in an orderly way. Cancer disrupts this process. Cells begin to multiply in an …
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Small Bowel Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
The small intestine is roughly six metres long and makes up more than 70% of the length of your digestive tract.
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Brachytherapy: Internal Radiation for Cancer
Brachytherapy is sometimes called internal radiation therapy. The word comes from the Greek word “brachy,” meaning short distance …
Cancer
Von Hippel-Lindau Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Von Hippel-Lindau disease — also called VHL disease or Hippel-Lindau syndrome — is a hereditary condition caused by a mutation in …
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Warning Signs of Cancer in Women Often Ignored
The warning signs of cancer in women are often easy to brush off as nothing serious. Bloating, fatigue, or a few extra pounds lost …
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Cancer Prevention: 10 Tips to Lower Your Risk
According to Health Canada, cancer is the leading cause of death in the country. About 1 in 2 Canadians will develop cancer in …
General Health
Vulvodynia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options
Vulvodynia means long-lasting pain or discomfort in the vulva. The vulva includes the labia, the clitoris, and the opening of the …