Publications
CancerWise is a monthly online publication, with the latest news about cancer treatment, research and mind/body/spirit therapies.
Ancient Art of Acupuncture Helps Survivor Cope
After chemotherapy for ovarian cancer, Nannette Goddard was at her wit’s end because of neuropathy, a nerve disorder that caused bothersome tingling and numbness in her arms and legs.
Then a doctor suggested she try acupuncture. This form of Chinese medicine involves inserting fine needles into parts of the body to unblock energy, also called qi (pronounced "chee"). It worked.
 | Mind/Body/Spirit Videos |
- Tibetan Meditation Takes Patients ‘Home’
- Therapy Is a Laughing Matter
- Music Therapy Inspires Cancer Patients
- Pilates Strengthens the Body
- Cancer Patients Have Fun with NIA
- Kundalini Yoga ‘Awakens’ Cancer Patients
- Hatha Yoga Focuses on Postures, Breathing
- Qigong Slowly Calms Cancer Patients
- Tai Chi Good for Cancer Patients
- Mind-Body Practices Good for Cancer Patients
In the July 2008 Issue
- Ancient Art of Acupuncture Helps Survivor Cope
- Q&A: Acupuncture and Cancer Patients
- Melanoma Is Not for Adults Only
- Celebrex Slows Lung Cancer Development
- Iressa Shows Promise in Breast Cancer
- Immune Dysfunction, Age Lower Survival Odds
- Qigong Slowly Calms Cancer Patients
- Facebook Gives Cancer Patients Support
© 2013 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center