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Table of Contents
Intro
Foreword
References
Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Preface
1.2 Definition of SCAM and Related Terms
1.3 Common Assumptions About SCAM
1.4 Cancer and SCAM*
1.5 Integrative Cancer Care
1.6 Ethical Issues
1.7 What Is Reliable Evidence?
1.8 Pseudoscience and Pseudoscientists
1.9 How to Best Use the Following Sections of This Book
2 Prevention
3 Alternative Cancer Cures
3.1 Plant-Derived 'Natural' Remedies
3.2 Homeopathy
3.3 Diets
3.4 Non-plant-Based Supplements
3.5 Other Treatments
4 Palliative and Supportive Care
4.1 Acupuncture
4.2 Massage
4.3 Mind-Body Therapies
4.4 Herbal Remedies
4.5 Non-herbal Supplements
4.6 Paranormal Healing
4.7 Other Forms of SCAM
5 Risks of SCAM
5.1 SCAM as Replacements
5.2 Toxic SCAMs
5.3 Interactions Between SCAMs and Anti-cancer Drugs
5.4 Conclusions
6 Conclusion
Appendix A: A Short Guide for Making Informed Choices
Appendix B: Recommended Sources of Information
Glossary
Foreword
References
Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Preface
1.2 Definition of SCAM and Related Terms
1.3 Common Assumptions About SCAM
1.4 Cancer and SCAM*
1.5 Integrative Cancer Care
1.6 Ethical Issues
1.7 What Is Reliable Evidence?
1.8 Pseudoscience and Pseudoscientists
1.9 How to Best Use the Following Sections of This Book
2 Prevention
3 Alternative Cancer Cures
3.1 Plant-Derived 'Natural' Remedies
3.2 Homeopathy
3.3 Diets
3.4 Non-plant-Based Supplements
3.5 Other Treatments
4 Palliative and Supportive Care
4.1 Acupuncture
4.2 Massage
4.3 Mind-Body Therapies
4.4 Herbal Remedies
4.5 Non-herbal Supplements
4.6 Paranormal Healing
4.7 Other Forms of SCAM
5 Risks of SCAM
5.1 SCAM as Replacements
5.2 Toxic SCAMs
5.3 Interactions Between SCAMs and Anti-cancer Drugs
5.4 Conclusions
6 Conclusion
Appendix A: A Short Guide for Making Informed Choices
Appendix B: Recommended Sources of Information
Glossary