Newsletter Archives

May, 2002 - Fifth newsletter

December, 2001 - Fourth Newsletter

August, 2001 - Third Newsletter 

May, 2001 - Second Newsletter

January, 2001 - Write up on Mexican Clinics

May 2002 Newsletter

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Hot News & Views:

• The Cancer Cure Foundation is in the process of changing its name and mission.  In March we decided to expand our mission to include conditions other than cancer.  We are also hoping to have a research lab donated to us so we can begin some research projects. As a result, we have changed our name to The Cure Research Foundation. The Cancer Cure Foundation will be just one of the divisions of The Cure Research Foundation. As soon as we have the funds, we will begin opening other divisions.
  
• One of our goals is to put on cancer prevention seminars and a health fair. Our health fair will take place October 6th, 2002 at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.  We expect around 100 booths along with a number of seminars and demonstrations. We are looking for sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and cancer survivors who would like to participate in this event.  
  
• Bliss Page, a cancer survivor is looking for people who would like to add their stories to her book - Cancer Survivors - Testimonials by Real People Describing the Alternative and Non-Toxic Treatments used to Cure Cancer - Go to http://www.awarenesspublishing.com/ if you know anyone who would be interested in sharing their story. Pass the word.
  
• Some people have been using PC-SPES, the popular herbal prostate health formula, and SPES, but these products have been recalled due to contamination.  You should stop using these products and contact a doctor or other healthcare professional about this. For more information, you can also contact the manufacturer at 800-458-5854. We have been told a good substitute is available through iherb.com - made by Natrol.  A list of other substitutes is available at http://www.consumerlab.com/results/sawpalmetto_sam.asp?z=1.
  
• Recent reports on the Asian herb artemesia (aka wormwood) have been very good.  Dr. Rowan, who publishes the newsletter "Second Opinion" has been seeing good results with this herb. Call 1-800-728-2288 for information on the newsletter.
  
• We have come across a very interesting product that provides grounding protection from electrical fields. This grounding allows the body to dissipate excess bioelectricity.  They have a mattress pad, a wristband grounding system, and a pain relief system. Check out Earth Tether - www.earthtether.com or email Neal Katz at ElleNealKatz@aol.com. If you decide to order from them, there is a 15% discount if you mention The Cancer Cure Foundation on the order form.  This organization recommends that people with cancer and other conditions go barefoot as much as possible.
  
• Dr. Hopper in Santa Monica, California is doing a special program to test the use of high-dose vitamin C and other supplements against cancer. The program is being funded so there is no charge to participate.  You might want to contact him for information. He can be reached at 310-581-8585, by fax at 320-215-4650, or email: hoppermd@alumni.princeton.edu.

New or Updated Information....

We appreciate all of the feedback we have received about our website and newsletter. If you have information that you feel we should review or add to our site, or if you find any errors in our site,  please contact us at (800) 282-2873, (805) 498-0185, or email our webmaster. 

To see what pages have been updated or added to our site over the last couple of months, go to our "What's New" page. One of the pages that has been updated is our donations page. We are currently not accepting donations online donations because a number of states require us to register in their state before any donations can be accepted from their state. We have not completed this paperwork. We will start taking online donations again once we have done this.

Special Offer to Email subscribers:

Continuing offer - In the United States only: We will donate a copy of the book World Without Cancer, the Story of Vitamin B17, written by G. Edward Griffin. Email info@cancure.org with your library's address and we will donate a copy to them.  Also, if you would have a video store that would like a copy of the video World Without Cancer, the Story of Vitamin B17, we will donate a copy to them if you will have them send us a letter  requesting a copy. The letter must be on the video store's letterhead.  

Fourth Newsletter - December, 2001

Hot News & Views:

• We attended Cancer Control Society's 29th Annual Convention in September. To read about some of the presentations and organizations go to http://www.cancure.org/cancer_control_society_convention.htm. If you would like to have copies of any of the videos and audios from this conference, go to Cancer Control Society's website.

• Parent's rights - In all 50 states there are laws on the books that say Parents Do NOT have the right to make medical decisions for their children. If a doctor believes his/her treatment protocol is what's best for the child, this doctor has the legal right to report parents for medical neglect should they question his medical authority and state welfare agencies have the power to take custody of not only the ill child but all the other children in the home as well. That is what happened to the Rotts when their 3 1/2 year old was diagnosed with ALL. Read her story and do what you can to help.

• Legislation updates, including updates on where states stand on their legislation.

• Worldwide database being set up to connect people who have used alternative approaches to treat their cancer - Bravesouls.com needs your help. Go to http://www.brave-souls.com to add your information or to contact long term survivors. Pass the word.

• Updated news including reports on CAM studies and Coping With Cancer

• Updates on Clinic Closures in Mexico - We believe American Biologics is still closed, but they are operating out of Hospital Meridian. American Metabolics says they have reopened - We haven't been able to confirm if they have any limitations placed on them. Harold Manner has also been shut down.

• Bruce Graham, an attorney, is representing  a woman who has been undergoing alternative treatment therapy for breast cancer and her HMO apparently is refusing to pay for alternative.  Obviously, she is not alone and a class action is something that is being considered. Email BGraham107@aol.com if you have had trouble with your HMO.
  

New or Updated Information.... New or Updated Information.... or Updated Information....

We appreciate all of the feedback we have received about our website and newsletter. If you have information that you feel we should review or add to our site, or if you find any errors in our site,  please contact us at (800) 282-2873, (805) 498-0185, or email our webmaster. 

The following pages have either been updated or added to our site over the last couple of months. For a complete listing of pages that have been added or updated, go to our "What's New" page.

• Donations Page - updated. We have made it easier for people to make a donation. We now accept online donations and we get 100% of the donation. 

• Directory of Clinics in the US and Clinics Outside the US - new clinics have been added and revisions made on others including Klinik St Georg and a list of practitioners in Ventura County has been added

• Clinic visits - updated information on clinics  

• Cancer Tests - Page has been updated to correct information on breast thermography (also updated) and additional cancer tests have been added.

• Cancer fighting foods - updated sections on raspberries, tomatoes, avocados, etc.

• Clinical Trials updated to include a trial called SELECT - "Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial for Preventing Prostate Cancer.

• Legislation page updated and new Parent's Rights page

• Write ups on Cancer Control Society's 29th Annual Convention in September - Go to http://www.cancure.org/cancer_control_society_convention.htm.- new

• Mind/body page - updated

• Nutritionists page - updated

• Controlling cancer pain - new page

• Updated news - updates

In addition, we have been adding addresses and phone numbers of clinics and alternative doctors to make it easier for you to contact them.  We are in the process of contacting each clinic to confirm information and we will add that information as soon as it is verified. If you find any of the information on our website to be inaccurate, please email our webmaster. 

Third Newsletter: August, 2001

New Staff Members:

Laurie’s interest in alternative health care began over ten years ago while she was struggling to overcome her own health challenges. In 1999 Laurie received her certification as a classical homeopath from the CHC (Council for Homeopathic Certification).  Laurie also works in part time private practice in Thousand Oaks, California. Laurie’s quote about alternative health care – “Never underestimate the power of your bodywisdom - your innate ability to heal.  It has all the answers you need to recover your health and will tell you, if you listen carefully enough, what decisions to make.  Just listen.”

Laurie is here to help answer your questions, so don’t hesitate to give us a call. Phones and emails are also answered by Carleen Potter and Melinda Wiman or one of our volunteers.

Hot News & Views:

Second Newsletter: May, 2001

Hot News & Views:

• Important Health Legislature... There are many important legislature bills that are in the works that could impact our access to alternative treatments.  If your state has not passed legislation, or if there are bills in the works, it is important for you to contact your representatives to get them to  pass legislation supporting our rights to access medical alternatives and to protect CAM physicians from license revocations. Let them know there are already bills that have passed in other states, such as Minnesota. 

  To read about the states that already have legislation, or to read about the bills that are pending, go to our Legislation Page. Find out what you can do to support these bills and the organizations who are working on your behalf to get the bills passed.  States working on important legislation include: 

  Georgia:  H.B. 749 - Complementary & Alternative Health Care Freedom 
  Kentucky:  Legislation is in the bill drafting stage
  New Jersey: Assembly bill, AB 2130 and Senate bill, SB 875
  New York: Legislation is in the bill drafting stage
  Washington: SB 5938 to amend the state's 1991 Health Freedom Law  
  Florida: Legislation is in the bill drafting stage
  
  We also link to websites that help you locate your representatives, including their email addresses. 

• Information on Medical Errors, The FDA, and Prescription Drugs
  
  This web page discusses how medical errors are a leading cause of death, FDA Conflict-of-Interest, and deadly prescription drugs interactions. Information on this page can be a real "eye-opener" for you to share with those who are opposed to your use of alternative therapies.
  

• Mexican Hospital Closures:
  
  Several Mexican Clinics have been closed. These include Bio-Pulse and Century Nutrition. Peter Chowka has written an article in his recent newsletter regarding these closures. His article is up at  http://naturalhealthline.com/newsletter/1mar01/tijuana.htm. We understand that the health inspectors in Mexico were recently fired and replaced. Apparently any clinic that does not have the appropriate permits will be closed. If we hear about any other closures, we will post the information on Directory of Mexican Clinics page.
  

• Information on Iscador/Mistletoe: With the recent news that Suzanne Sommers is using Iscador to treat her breast cancer, we have been asked to provide information on this therapy. Iscador is not a homeopathic remedy, rather it is an extract of mistletoe that is given in small doses.
  

• Cancer Control Society's 29th Annual Convention coming up Sept 1, 2, 3, 2001, with a doctor's seminar on Sept 4th and clinic tours on Sept 5th and 8th.  Go to our Important News page for details.

Veterinary Information:

First Newsletter: January, 2001, written by Art Brown

Mexican Hospitals - Some of the World’s Best for Alternative Cancer Care

Most people do not tend to think of Mexico as a haven for cancer treatment, but there are approximately 40 clinics and hospitals there offering some of the finest alternative medical treatments for cancer today. They vary in size from one-doctor operations to modern, multi-story, full-service hospitals with an extensive range of doctors on staff. Most are located close to the Mexican/American border across from San Diego, California. Some are even within walking distance of the border which avoids the need to wait in line in your car for half an hour at the border to clear customs. Although a passport or visa is not necessary, valid identification identifying your country of birth, such as driver's license, is required.

Why do patients go to these clinics and hospitals?

In Mexico, the political system is such that the government credits and inspects clinics and hospitals, but does not attempt to get in between the doctor and patient. In short, it leaves doctoring to doctors. This means they are free to use treatments from countries around the world which have proven successful in battling cancer. They can also develop and perfect their own treatments and immediately use therapeutic breakthroughs as soon as they become available.

Not so in the United States where cancer treatments are usually limited to varieties of chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. This is unfortunate as there are about 100 other useful, non-toxic cancer treatments, almost all of which have well-documented scientific evidence to support them.

Having freedom-of-choice regarding treatments, Mexican doctors have been able to develop their skills in using both conventional and alternative therapies, schooling their staffs in them and setting up appropriate patient care facilities. In addition, over the years they've learned which treatments, or combination of treatments, work best for which conditions.

Best of the Best

Not all clinics and doctors in Mexico are worthwhile of course. We recommend only the best of the best. That is, those we feel are the most experienced, reputable and reliable - large or small. We have toured many facilities, talked to the staff, are familiar with their operations and talked to patients. Typically, they've been around for many years. One in particular has treated over 100,000 cancer patients with alternative treatments in the last 35 years. A record like that speaks for itself. (Call us to arrange a free consultation with a doctor from Oasis of Hope or call them directly at 888-500-4673.) For more information and recommendations, phone 800-282-2873, or 805-498-0185 M-F, 9-5, Pacific time.

What to expect

Going to a hospital in Mexico, however, is different than a trip to an American hospital. Although most hospital staff there speak English fluently, there are definite cultural differences to get used to. Upon crossing the border, one quickly becomes aware that Mexico is not a rich country. Many streets and buildings are in need of repair, and sometimes clinics or hospitals are found in run-down or industrial areas. This is normal for Mexico and is no reflection on the quality of care one can expect once inside where things are clean, modern and well cared for.

Many of the hospitals provide an extra bed so a family member or friend can stay in the same room with the patient at little or no cost. And most hospitals have such amenities as in-room phone service, internet access, cable TV and so on. Cancer therapeutic diets are designed for each patient.

Typical Length of Stay

Hospitals will provide lists of things to bring for the stay, which usually lasts 3 - 4 weeks. This time-frame allows them to monitor the cancer cell's reproductive cycle which runs approximately 21 days. Doctors need this time to closely monitor the progress of therapy.

Insurance Coverage

Some insurance companies will cover some services offered in foreign hospitals. Blue Cross and Blue Shield sometimes cover certain treatments depending on the state of residence of the patient in the USA (no uniform policy here nationwide). Medicare and Medicaid do not cover anything in any out-of-country hospitals. It is very important that insurance paperwork is filled out and submitted exactly correct. Service companies have arisen specializing in filling out and processing insurance paperwork for foreign hospitals and negotiating with insurance companies on behalf of patients. They collect a percentage of the money recovered. Due to bad financial experiences with certain patients over the years, most hospitals now require substantial up-front cash payments. Insurance billing takes place after the fact and remains the responsibility of the patient.