Why Randomized Controlled Trials Don’t Always Tell the Real-World Story

RCTs are not always the best approach to get definitive answers to clinical questions.

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Complementary Therapies and Cancer: How Much Evidence Is Enough?

We view the use of science-informed, low-risk, affordable therapies as a reasonable option for patients. Stronger evidence of benefit is needed for therapies that are risky, expensive, or otherwise burdensome.

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Understanding Research Studies

Evidence that a therapy “works” runs a whole range from unreliable to trustworthy. In this post, we consider the design of research studies.

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CancerChoices Supplement and Therapies Database: Top-Rated on Quality and Trustworthiness

We received the highest rating among the sites evaluated for quality and trustworthiness of information on cancer complementary therapies.

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Vitamin D: Hit the Sweet Spot to Reduce Cancer Risk

Evidence so far shows a lower risk of many types of cancer among people with mid-range blood vitamin D levels compared to low levels. However, if your blood level is already in the middle range, taking vitamin D supplements might not bring much benefit regarding cancer risk.

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Getting a Clear Picture of Research on Cancer Therapies

With scientific research, we get a little closer to the facts with each new discovery.

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Walk with Each Other:
Healing Circles

Studies show that I’m not alone in needing others to help me through cancer.

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Preparing to Be Vaccinated: An Integrative Approach

You can take actions that may improve your immune response to vaccination.

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SIO & ASCO Collaborate on Clinical Practice Guidelines

The collaboration represents the deepening fusion of conventional and integrative oncology.

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Nourishment for the Holidays in These Unusual Times

I am honing in on what nourishes me, knowing that food is only one nourishment I need.

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