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  • Episode 5: Episode 5: All About Cancer Treatments

    Episode 5: Episode 5: All About Cancer Treatments
    2025/06/19
    In this episode of Tumor Minutes, Netra unpacks the big question: how do we actually treat cancer? Whether it's chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, or immunotherapy—each approach has its own strategy, pros, and challenges. You'll learn how these treatments work in the body, why side effects happen, and how doctors build personalized treatment plans for each patient. Perfect for students, caregivers, or anyone curious about what really happens after a cancer diagnosis. By the end, you’ll have a clearer, smarter understanding of what’s going on behind the scenes—and why cancer treatment is so much more than just a “cure.”
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    4 分
  • Episode 4: Episode 4: Cancer Myths Busted

    Episode 4: Episode 4: Cancer Myths Busted
    2025/06/18
    In this myth-busting episode of Tumor Minutes, we’re setting the record straight on some of the most common cancer misconceptions. Can sugar feed cancer? Is cancer contagious? Do cell phones cause brain tumors? Through a fun true-or-false game, Netra breaks down what’s real and what’s rumor—and why misinformation can be dangerous. If you’ve ever read a sketchy health claim online or heard a “fact” that didn’t sit right—this episode is for you.
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    11 分
  • Episode 3: Episode 3: Metastasis

    Episode 3: Episode 3: Metastasis
    2025/06/15
    Cancer is already tough—but what happens when it spreads? In this episode of Tumor Minutes, we tackle metastasis: the science behind how cancer moves, why it becomes more dangerous, and what it actually means for patients and doctors. Netra walks through how cancer cells travel through the body, how they're detected, and what treatment looks like when cancer reaches multiple organs. Also in this episode: the real story of Terry Fox—an 18-year-old cancer patient whose legacy continues to save lives around the world. Whether you’re navigating cancer or just want to understand it better, this episode is for you.
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    4 分
  • Episode 2: Episode 2: Benign, But Not Boring

    Episode 2: Episode 2: Benign, But Not Boring
    2025/06/15
    Benign But Not Boring dives into the lesser-known world of benign tumors—non-cancerous growths that can still cause serious symptoms. In this episode, I share my personal journey with a benign brain tumor, explain how these tumors form, and explore how size, location, and behavior can make them just as complex as malignant ones. Whether you're curious about fibroids, lipomas, or brain tumors, this episode breaks it down with science, stories, and clarity.
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    4 分
  • Episode 1: Episode 1: Cancer

    Episode 1: Episode 1: Cancer
    2025/06/15
    In this episode of Tumor Minutes, host Netra breaks down the science of cancer—how it starts, how it spreads, and why it’s so hard to treat. From everyday causes like sun exposure to genetic mutations and rogue cells that refuse to stop dividing, she unpacks it all in clear, relatable language. You’ll explore key concepts like tumors (benign vs. malignant), metastasis, oncogenes, tumor suppressors, and groundbreaking treatments like immunotherapy and liquid biopsies. Whether you're a student, science nerd, or just someone curious about cancer, this episode will leave you smarter—and more hopeful.
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    4 分