Complementary and Alternative Medicines: Are they a Good for Cancer Patients? (VIDEO)

UT Southwestern Medical Center

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Nearly 30 percent of cancer patients report using complementary and alternative medicine like yoga, acupuncture, and herbal supplements. As UT Southwestern radiation oncologist Dr. Nina Sanford explains, some unconventional therapies can be beneficial while undergoing treatment, while others come with risks.

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