1 Simple Step to Prevent Flu Complications All Winter
For cancer survivors or those being treated for cancer, an annual flu shot is a simple step toward protecting against serious (and avoidable) complications.
For cancer survivors or those being treated for cancer, an annual flu shot is a simple step toward protecting against serious (and avoidable) complications.
There are many physical and mental benefits of quitting tobacco use after a cancer diagnosis. These may include:
Longer survival
More successful treatment
Fewer and less-serious side effects from all types of cancer treatment
Faster recovery from treatment
Lower risk of a second cancers
Lower risk of infection
Easier breathing
More energy
Better quality of life
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An infection happens when your body's immune system is unable to fight off bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. A pathogen, commonly called a germ, causes illness.
Your immune system is your body's way of fighting pathogens. It is a process that involves cells, organs, and proteins. When your immune system is working properly, white blood cells destroy harmful germs. When it is weak, your white blood cells have a harder time fighting infection.