Integrative oncology: Improving survival odds in breast cancer

Cancer affects not just peoples physical body but also their mental and spiritual wellbeing. With such complex manifestations, holistic treatment approaches personalised to meet the unique needs of individuals warrant consideration and research.

Terri Crudup and colleagues at IQVIA, in collaboration with the Samueli Foundation, USA, demonstrate the value of integrative oncology, combining conventional cancer treatment with what is known as complementary and lifestyle therapies, in improving both the quality of life and the five-year survival of those with breast cancer.

Read more about their work in Research Features

Read the original research:  http://doi.org/10.1155/2021/4746712