Health.care looks into link between bras and breast cancer

Health.Care, a bi-monthly magazine for health-conscious consumers, covering both traditional and emerging medicine, tackles the growing concern on breast cancer in its September-October issue.

Breast cancer is an insidious enemy that often sneaks in unnoticed, develops rapidly, and tragically, is discovered too late.

Statistics show that the Philippines has the highest incidence of breast cancer in Asia and the ninth highest in the world, with more than 10,000 Filipino women afflicted.

Like many lifestyle diseases, breast cancer is surrounded by myth and speculation. One of the most persistent rumors is the one that says breast cancer is caused by wearing bras. But is that really just a rumor?

The Health.Care magazine presents both sides of the debate on bras and breast cancer. Some recent studies are suggesting that wearing tight garments like bras may interfere with the lymphatic system, thus trapping toxins and encouraging the growth if cancerous cells. Some experts, however, are questioning the validity of these findings. According to the critics, one of the studies did not follow standard clinical research methods.

Parents will be happy to find practical tips on helping kids stop bedwetting, taking care of multiple babies, and keeping bath times happy and safe.

For the senior set, Health.Care provides helpful hints on how to stay sharp and fit despite the advancing years.

The magazine also uncovers the facts on “natural” remedies for erectile dysfunction, computer eyestrain, and bursitis.

Health.Care is published by Medicomm Pacific Inc., a medical publications company that is also the publisher of the Philippine Pharmaceutical Directory (PPD), the drug reference of choice by most Filipino medical doctors, and PPD’s Nursing Drug Guide, the only drug guide designed for Filipino nursing students and professionals.