Lifestyle-related risk factors for breast cancer

Recent oral contraceptive use: Studies have found that women using oral contraceptives (birth control pills) have a slightly greater risk of breast cancer than women who have never used them. Over time, this risk seems to go back to normal once the pills are stopped. Women who stopped using oral contraceptives more than 10 years ago do not appear to have any increased breast cancer risk. When thinking about using oral contraceptives, women should discuss their other risk factors for breast cancer with their health care team.

Having children

Women who have not had children or who had their first child after age 30 have a slightly higher breast cancer risk. Having many pregnancies and becoming pregnant at an early age reduces breast cancer risk. Pregnancy reduces a woman's total number of lifetime menstrual cycles, which may be the reason for this effect.

Birth control

Depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA; Depo-Provera) is an injectable form of progesterone that is given once every 3 months as birth control. A few studies have looked at the effect of DMPA on breast cancer risk. Women currently using DMPA seem to have an increase in risk, but the risk doesn’t seem to be increased if this drug was used more than 5 years ago.

Hormone therapy after menopause

Hormone therapy using estrogen (often combined with progesterone) has been used for many years to help relieve symptoms of menopause and to help prevent osteoporosis (thinning of the bones). Earlier studies suggested it might have other health benefits as well, but those benefits have not been found in more recent, better designed studies. This treatment goes by many names, such as post-menopausal hormone therapy (PHT), hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and menopausal hormone therapy (MHT).

There are 2 main types of hormone therapy. For women who still have a uterus (womb), doctors generally prescribe estrogen and progesterone (known as combined hormone therapy or HT). Progesterone is needed because estrogen alone can increase the risk of cancer of the uterus. For women who've had a hysterectomy (those who no longer have a uterus), estrogen alone can be prescribed. This is commonly known as estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) or justestrogen therapy (ET).

Combined hormone therapy (HT): Use of combined post-menopausal hormone therapy increases the risk of getting breast cancer. It may also increase the chances of dying from breast cancer. This increase in risk can be seen with as little as 2 years of use. Large studies have found that there is an increased risk of breast cancer related to the use of combined HT. Combined HT also increases the likelihood that the cancer may be found at a more advanced stage.

The increased risk from combined HT appears to apply only to current and recent users. A woman's breast cancer risk seems to return to that of the general population within 5 years of stopping treatment.

The word bioidentical is sometimes used to describe versions of estrogen and progesterone with the same chemical structure as those found naturally in people. The use of these hormones has been marketed as a safe way to treat the symptoms of menopause. It is important to realize that although there are few studies comparing “bioidentical” or “natural” hormones to synthetic versions of hormones, there is no evidence that they are safer or more effective. The use of these bioidentical hormones should be assumed to have the same health risks as any other type of hormone therapy.

Estrogen therapy (ET): The use of estrogen alone after menopause does not appear to increase the risk of developing breast cancer significantly, if at all. But when used long term (for more than 10 years), ET has been found to increase the risk of ovarian and breast cancer in some studies.

At this time there appear to be few strong reasons to use post-menopausal hormone therapy (either combined HT or ET), other than possibly for the short-term relief of menopausal symptoms. Along with the increased risk of breast cancer, combined HT also appears to increase the risk of heart disease, blood clots, and strokes. It does lower the risk of colorectal cancer and osteoporosis, but this must be weighed against the possible harms, especially since there are other effective ways to prevent and treat osteoporosis. Although ET does not seem to increase breast cancer risk, it does increase the risk of stroke.

The decision to use HT should be made by a woman and her doctor after weighing the possible risks and benefits (including the severity of her menopausal symptoms), and considering her other risk factors for heart disease, breast cancer, and osteoporosis. If a woman and her doctor decide to try HT for symptoms of menopause, it is usually best to use it at the lowest dose that works for her and for as short a time as possible.

Breastfeeding

Some studies suggest that breastfeeding may slightly lower breast cancer risk, especially if it is continued for 1½ to 2 years. But this has been a difficult area to study, especially in countries such as the United States, where breastfeeding for this long is uncommon.

The explanation for this possible effect may be that breastfeeding reduces a woman's total number of lifetime menstrual cycles (the same as starting menstrual periods at a later age or going through early menopause).

Alcohol

Consumption of alcohol is clearly linked to an increased risk of developing breast cancer. The risk increases with the amount of alcohol consumed. Compared with non-drinkers, women who consume 1 alcoholic drink a day have a very small increase in risk. Those who have 2 to 5 drinks daily have about 1½ times the risk of women who don’t drink alcohol. Excessive alcohol use is also known to increase the risk of developing cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and liver. The American Cancer Society recommends that women have no more than 1 alcoholic drink a day.

Being overweight or obese

Being overweight or obese after menopause has been found to increase breast cancer risk. Before menopause your ovaries produce most of your estrogen, and fat tissue produces a small amount of estrogen. After menopause (when the ovaries stop making estrogen), most of a woman's estrogen comes from fat tissue. Having more fat tissue after menopause can increase your chance of getting breast cancer by raising estrogen levels. Also, women who are overweight tend to have higher blood insulin levels. Higher insulin levels have also been linked to some cancers, including breast cancer.

The connection between weight and breast cancer risk is complex, however. For example, risk appears to be increased for women who gained weight as an adult but may not be increased among those who have been overweight since childhood. Also, excess fat in the waist area may affect risk more than the same amount of fat in the hips and thighs. Researchers believe that fat cells in various parts of the body have subtle differences that may explain this.

The American Cancer Society recommends you maintain a healthy weight throughout your life by balancing your food intake with physical activity and avoiding excessive weight gain.

Physical activity

Evidence is growing that physical activity in the form of exercise reduces breast cancer risk. The main question is how much exercise is needed. In one study from the Women's Health Initiative, as little as 1¼ to 2½ hours per week of brisk walking reduced a woman's risk by 18%. Walking 10 hours a week reduced the risk a little more.

To reduce your risk of breast cancer, the American Cancer Society recommends 45 to 60 minutes of intentional physical activity 5 or more days a week.

 

Breast cancer risk factors you cannot change

Gender

Simply being a woman is the main risk factor for developing breast cancer. Men can develop breast cancer, but this disease is about 100 times more common among women than men. This is probably because men have less of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone, which can promote breast cancer cell growth.

Aging

Your risk of developing breast cancer increases as you get older. About 1 out of 8 invasive breast cancers are found in women younger than 45, while about 2 of 3 invasive breast cancers are found in women age 55 or older.

Genetic risk factors

About 5% to 10% of breast cancer cases are thought to be hereditary, resulting directly from gene defects (calledmutations) inherited from a parent.

BRCA1 and BRCA2: The most common cause of hereditary breast cancer is an inherited mutation in the BRCA1 andBRCA2 genes. In normal cells, these genes help prevent cancer by making proteins that help keep the cells from growing abnormally. If you have inherited a mutated copy of either gene from a parent, you have a high risk of developing breast cancer during your lifetime.

The risk may be as high as 80% for members of some families with BRCA mutations. These cancers tend to occur in younger women and more often affect both breasts than cancers in women who are not born with one of these gene mutations. Women with these inherited mutations also have an increased risk for developing other cancers, particularly ovarian cancer.

In the United States, BRCA mutations are more common in Jewish women of Ashkenazi (Eastern Europe) origin than in other racial and ethnic groups, but they can occur in any racial or ethnic group.

Changes in other genes: Other gene mutations can also lead to inherited breast cancers. These gene mutations are much rarer and often do not increase the risk of breast cancer as much as the BRCA genes. They are not frequent causes of inherited breast cancer.

• ATM: The ATM gene normally helps repair damaged DNA. Inheriting 2 abnormal copies of this gene causes the disease ataxia-telangiectasia. Inheriting one abnormal copy of this gene has been linked to a high rate of breast cancer in some families.
• TP53: The TP53 gene gives instructions for making a protein called p53 that helps stop the growth of abnormal cells. Inherited mutations of this gene cause the Li-Fraumeni syndrome. People with this syndrome have an increased risk of breast cancer, as well as several other cancers such as leukemia, brain tumors, and sarcomas (cancers of bones or connective tissue). This is a rare cause of breast cancer.
• CHEK2: The Li-Fraumeni syndrome can also be caused by inherited mutations in the CHEK2 gene. Even when it does not cause this syndrome, it can increase breast cancer risk about twofold when it is mutated.
• PTEN: The PTEN gene normally helps regulate cell growth. Inherited mutations in this gene cause Cowden syndrome, a rare disorder in which people are at increased risk for both benign and malignant breast tumors, as well as growths in the digestive tract, thyroid, uterus, and ovaries. Defects in this gene can also cause a different syndrome called Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome that is not thought to be linked to breast cancer risk.
• CDH1: Inherited mutations in this gene cause hereditary diffuse gastric cancer, a syndrome in which people develop a rare type of stomach cancer at an early age. Women with mutations in this gene also have an increased risk of invasive lobular breast cancer.
• STK11: Defects in this gene can lead to Peutz-Jeghers syndrome. People affected with this disorder develop pigmented spots on their lips and in their mouths, polyps in the urinary and gastrointestinal tracts, and have an increased risk of many types of cancer, including breast cancer.

Genetic testing: Genetic testing can be done to look for mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes (or less commonly in other genes such as PTEN or TP53). Although testing can be helpful in some situations, the pros and cons need to be considered carefully.

If you are considering genetic testing, it is strongly recommended that first you talk to a genetic counselor, nurse, or doctor qualified to explain and interpret the results of these tests. It is very important to understand what genetic testing can and can't tell you, and to carefully weigh the benefits and risks of genetic testing before these tests are done. Testing is expensive and might not be covered by some health insurance plans.

Family history of breast cancer

Breast cancer risk is higher among women whose close blood relatives have this disease.

Having a first-degree relative (mother, sister, or daughter) with breast cancer almost doubles a woman's risk. Having 2 first-degree relatives increases her risk about 3-fold.

Although the exact risk is not known, women with a family history of breast cancer in a father or brother also have an increased risk of breast cancer.

Overall, less than 15% of women with breast cancer have a family member with this disease. This means that most (85%) women who get breast cancer do not have a family history of this disease.

Personal history of breast cancer

A woman with cancer in one breast has a 3- to 4-fold increased risk of developing a new cancer in the other breast or in another part of the same breast. This is different from a recurrence (return) of the first cancer.

Race and ethnicity

Overall, white women are slightly more likely to develop breast cancer than are African-American women, but African-American women are more likely to die of this cancer. In women under 45 years of age, however, breast cancer is more common in African-American women. Asian, Hispanic, and Native American women have a lower risk of developing and dying from breast cancer.

Dense breast tissue

Women with denser breast tissue (as seen on a mammogram) have more glandular tissue and less fatty tissue, and have a higher risk of breast cancer. Unfortunately, dense breast tissue can also make it harder for doctors to spot problems on mammograms.

Certain benign breast conditions

Women diagnosed with certain benign breast conditions may have an increased risk of breast cancer. Some of these conditions are more closely linked to breast cancer risk than others. Doctors often divide benign breast conditions into 3 general groups, depending on how they affect this risk.

Non-proliferative lesions: These conditions are not associated with overgrowth of breast tissue. They do not seem to affect breast cancer risk, or if they do, it is to a very small extent. They include:

• Fibrosis and/or simple cysts (sometimes called fibrocystic changes or disease)
• Mild hyperplasia
• Adenosis (non-sclerosing)
• Phyllodes tumor (benign)
• A single papilloma
• Fat necrosis
• Mastitis (infection of the breast)
• Duct ectasia
• Periductal fibrosis
• Squamous and apocrine metaplasia
• Epithelial-related calcifications
• Other benign tumors (lipoma, hamartoma, hemangioma, neurofibroma, adenomyoepthelioma)

Proliferative lesions without atypia: These conditions show excessive growth of cells in the ducts or lobules of the breast tissue. They seem to raise a woman's risk of breast cancer slightly (1 ½ to 2 times normal). They include:

• Usual ductal hyperplasia (without atypia)
• Fibroadenoma
• Sclerosing adenosis
• Several papillomas (called papillomatosis)
• Radial scar

Proliferative lesions with atypia: In these conditions, there is excessive growth of cells in the ducts or lobules of the breast tissue, with some of cells no longer appearing normal. They have a stronger effect on breast cancer risk, raising it 3½ to 5 times higher than normal. These types of lesions include:

• Atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH)
• Atypical lobular hyperplasia (ALH)

Women with a family history of breast cancer and either hyperplasia or atypical hyperplasia have an even higher risk of developing a breast cancer.

Lobular carcinoma in situ

In lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) cells that look like cancer cells are growing in the lobules of the milk-producing glands of the breast, but they do not grow through the wall of the lobules. LCIS (also called lobular neoplasia) is sometimes grouped with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) as a non-invasive breast cancer, but it differs from DCIS in that it doesn’t seem to become invasive cancer if it isn’t treated.

Women with lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) have a 7- to 11-fold increased risk of developing cancer in either breast.

Menstrual periods

Women who have had more menstrual cycles because they started menstruating early (before age 12) and/or went through menopause later (after age 55) have a slightly higher risk of breast cancer. The increase in risk may be due to a longer lifetime exposure to the hormones estrogen and progesterone.

Previous chest radiation

Women who as children or young adults were treated with radiation therapy to the chest area for another cancer (such as Hodgkin disease or non-Hodgkin lymphoma) have a significantly increased risk for breast cancer. This varies with the patient's age when they got the radiation. If chemotherapy was also given, it might have stopped ovarian hormone production for some time, lowering the risk. The risk of developing breast cancer from chest radiation is highest if the radiation was given during adolescence, when the breasts were still developing. Radiation treatment after age 40 does not seem to increase breast cancer risk.

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) exposure

From the 1940s through the early 1970s some pregnant women were given an estrogen-like drug called DES because it was thought to lower their chances of losing the baby (miscarriage). These women have a slightly increased risk of developing breast cancer. Women whose mothers took DES during pregnancy may also have a slightly higher risk of breast cancer

List of Clinics in the United States Offering Alternative Therapies FOR CANCER

Alaska:
Elisabeth-Anne Cole, M.D., Ph.D., in Kenai treats immune dysfunction presenting as cancer-all phases, all tumors, at any location in the body, as well as AIDS, HIV, lupus, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, Crohn's disease, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, and fibromyalgia. She uses nontoxic immune system enhancement and balancing through nutritional supplementation, diet, detoxification, oxygenation, and bioenergetic/electromagnetic strengthening, as well as acupuncture, neural therapy, and sclerotherapy. 907-283-7740.
Brian Le Compte, MD in Anchorage may use laetrile and IPT as part of his approach. phone: 907-344-7775 or email: kininigen@hotmail.com. 
Arizona:

BioImmune (formerly CancerOption.com) Arnold Takemoto, President
www.canceroption.com (888) 663-8844  or (480) 778-1618.  They really aren't a clinic, but they provide protocols to use at home. They can also recommend clinics that are using their protocols.  We have heard they have a good protocol for leukemia.

The First Resort in Green Valley, AZ is run by Bryan McConnell, ND. It is mostly a general practice, but he does treat cancer using a variety of approaches. He uses IV vit C, IPT, diet, exercise, colon hydrotherapy, detox, cleansing, chelation, EDTA, trained in Gerson and other diet programs, juicing, classical homeopathy, darkfield microscope, hoxsey, essiac, bio-oxidative therapies, constitutional hydrotherapy, hydrazine sulfate, Poly MVA for cancer cytotoxic action, DMSO, and dry sauna similar to Hubbard protocol.  Call 877- 399-9212 or 520 399-9212.  http://www.thefirstresortaz.com/  
Integrative Health Care, PC, in Scottsdale AZ, is run by Alan Christianson, ND treats almost any type of cancer, even later stage cancers. They use metabolic therapies for those not undergoing conventional care. For those doing conventional treatments, they use intravenous nutrition and botanical meds to prevent side effects and help efficacy of chemo/radiation.  Call (480) 657-0003 or go to their website at http://www.integrativehealthcare.com/.
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New Hope Medical Center in Scottsdale uses alternative methods to treat immune deficient illnesses such as cancer. Dr. Fredda Branyon, Director, and Dr. Mario Galaburri, NMD, agree that a physician should never just treat the symptoms of the illness, but treat the individual as a whole.  Dr. Ronald Peters, MD, MPH, has also joined the New Hope team, reinforcing New Hope Medical Center’s commitment to offer its patients an aggressive, non-invasive approach to the treatment of cancer and other auto-immune diseases.  Dr. Peters has 15 years of experience in integrative medicine and nutritional biochemistry, with special emphasis in the treatment and prevention of chronic disease. Phone(480) 556-0182, toll free: (888) 518-7788, or go to their website athttp://www.newhopemedicalcenter.com/.
Dr. Michael Uzik, ND. works with Arizona Naturopathic Physicians in Tucson AZ treats a wide range of conditions, including HIV, cancer, MS, chrones, etc. using nutritional IVs, mistletoe, ambrozile (oleander), copper reduction therapy for anti-angiogenesis, chelation, diet, herbs, heavy metal detox, etc.  He is also an ND for Southern AZ AIDS Foundation. He only sees patients if they are under the care of an oncologist. 520-546-2321.
Dr. Joe Brown, Naturopathic Doctor, Natural Health Medical Centers2055 E. Southern Ave., Suite B, Tempe, Arizona 85282, (602) 421-2613http://www.drjoebrown.com/
California:
For a list of alternative practitioners in Ventura County,  go tohttp://www.cancure.org/alternative_practitioners_ventura.htm. This list includes more than just doctors - it will include massage therapists, Reiki and QiGong practitioners, naturopaths, and more.
Advanced Medical Clinic, in Encino is run by Ilona Abraham, M.D. They also treat heavy metal toxicity, and chronic depression of the immune system. They use chelation, mercury detoxification, homeopathy, and nutritional supplements. Their website is www.antiaging-techniques.com. 818-345-8721

Alternative Medicine Associates, in Santa Barbara also treats chronic pain, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's. They use Chinese herbs, acupuncture, nutrition, osteopathy, Ayurveda, and QiGong. Phone: 805-569-8825.
American Biologics has an office in Chula Vista, but the clinic is in Mexico. 
American Metabolic Institute has an office in San Diego, but the clinic is in Mexico. 
Bio-Medical Center (Hoxsey Clinic) has an office in  in San Ysidro, but the clinic is in Mexico. 
Michael Broffman, an herbalist and acupuncturist works at the Pine Street Medical Clinic in San Anselmo, CA. He uses traditional Chinese medicine with cancer patients as an adjunct to mainstream treatments -  (TCM) & supplement program.  (415) 485-0484 
Casdorph Clinic of Long Beach, run by Richard Casdorph, M.D., Long Beach, mainly treats cardiovascular disease, toxic metal exposure, and practices environmental medicine. He uses EDTA chelation, and nutrition. 562-597-8716
Center for Well Being and Integrative Medicine Clinic in Westlake Village is run by Dr. Norman Narchi. He has over 25 yrs. in practice Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, ADD combination of healing techniques and conventional practices. He often uses QiGong in his treatment protocols.  818-879-0555 or 818-879-5508 www.centerforwellbeing.com or email nnarchi@centerforwellbeing.com. 
Daniel Beilin, O.M.D., L.Ac., in Aptos treats cancer and  internal medicine, using enzyme, diet, polypeptides, alkalization, Sanum Therapy, and Chinese herbs. He also uses thermography to test for cancer. Contact info: 831-685-1125 or dbeilin@got.net.
Contreras Clinic (Oasis Hospital) has an office in Chula Vista, but treat in Mexico. 
Europa Institute of Integrated Medicine - contact a consultant for the clinic - Dr. Carolyn Bormann, who has an office in Twin Peaks, but the clinic is in Mexico. 
Genesis West Research Institute for Biological Medicine has an office in Irvine, but the Clinic is in Tijuana, Mexico. 
Gerson Healing Centers of America has an office in San Diego, but the main clinic is in Mexico at Oasis of Hope. The diet is used to treat autoimmune disorders, CHD, and Type II diabetes using Gerson's Diet, Issel's treatments, and Danopoulos' protocols. They have clinics in Mexico, Canada, and the UK. See our organizations page. 1-888-4-GERSON www.gerson.org. David Getoff, ND, a Naturopath and Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionist in Jamal, CA. treats cancer and a variety of other conditions with nutritional support. He utilizes numerous modalities from around the world to support your body's ability to heal itself.  619-468-6846   http://www.naturopath4you.com/ca.htm 
Harold Manner Center has been temporarily shut down. They are best known for their use of laetrile in treating cancer. The clinic is in Mexico.
Holistic Medical Center in Los Angeles is run by Emil Levin, M.D. He also treats viral infections, parasites, allergies, asthma, hepatitis, diabetes, and more, Therapies include infusion, homeopathic, chelation, and  vitamins. Phone: 213-650-1789.
Holistic Resource Center in Agoura Hills, CA - Dr. Alan Schwartz, MD. and a number of holistic practitioners including a chiropractor, naturopaths, homeopath, and a massage therapist. They can do bio-electrical screening, NAET allergy removal, and they provide nutritional support including IVs, diet programs, Poly MVA, PC SPES, homeopathy, and more. 818-597-0966 or fax 818-597-8668.
Douglas Hopper, MD in Santa Monica specializes in family practice, treating ADD, allergies, Alzheimer's, arthritis, CFS, cancer, fibromyalgia, Parkinson's, thyroid disorders, and many other conditions.  He uses a wide range of approaches.  Note:  He will be doing a special program to test the use of hi 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, website http://www.yourowndoctor.com/aboutus.asp?site=2092&doc=2092,
or email: hoppermd@alumni.princeton.edu.
Richard P. Huemer, MD in Quartz Hill, has retired. He is still providing medical advise via the internet. He works with athersclerosis, chemical sensitivities, autism, and chronic fatigue syndrome. He uses nutrition, IV vitamin C, high-dose nutrients, and BCG. His website is http://www.huemer.yourmd.com. 
Orange County Immune Institute in Huntington Beach has a "complementary" approach to exploit the biochemistry and genetics of cancer cells and how they differ from normal cells. The emphasis is on eliminating toxicity and building the immune system. Therapies used  include: chelation,  hyperthermia,  BioResonance devices, diet and nutrition, detoxification, nutraceuticals, light, and immunotherapy. In some cases, different forms of chemotherapy are used.  For more information about this clinic and for a link to an article about them, see a write up on our website at http://www.cancure.org/immune_institute.htm. You can also call them at 714-842-1777 or go to www.drferre.com.  
Dr. Shaw in Woodland Hills, CA is a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist who provides treatment for a variety of illnesses including cancer, AIDS, allergies, ALS, candida, chronic fatigue, diabetes, gulf war syndrome, leukemias, lupus, and other conditions.  His website is www.drshawlac.tothe.net/.  He is one of the few doctors in the United States that uses HANSI in his treatments. The clinic also offers Chinese Herbs, vitamins and minerals, and nutritional counseling. Call: (818) 888-1617 or (818) 346-8888  for information.www.drshawlac.tothe.net. 
Institute of Chronic Disease has an office in San Ysidro , with a clinic in Mexico.
International Biocare Hospital is in Mexico - They use the  Alivizatos Treatment.
International Center for Medical & Biological Research has an office in San Diego and clinic in Mexico. 
Jeremy E. Kaslow, MD FACP, FACAAi in Santa Ana, CA treats heart disease, fatigue, arthritis, cancer, headaches, chronic infections, allergies, elevated cholesterol, depression, anxiety, PMS, menopause, autism, diabetes, osteoporosis, etc. He believe these conditions are manageable if the underlying causes are more fully understood. He uses nutritional counseling, hormone balancing, Neural Therapy, detoxification, mind/body approaches, Chinese medicine and herbs, metabolic approaches, and allergy elimination. (714) 565-1032 http://www.drkaslow.com/index.html. 
La Jolla Whole Health Medical Clinic is run by Dr. Mark Stengler in La Jolla, CA. He specializes in the treatment of chronic illnesses using natural medicine, with specialties in the areas of nutrition, herbal medicine, and homeopathic medicine. He is also the author of thirteen different health-related books. Their website is www.lajollawholehealth.com or call them at 858-450-7120. 
Livingston Foundation Medical Center in San Diego is run by Kenneth C. Forror, M.D. He also treats allergies, arthritis, lupus, and scleroderma. There is a 10-day comprehensive program which includes vaccines, nutrition, diet. A 2-day prevention program is also offered. Their website is http://www.lfmc.net/. (888) 777-7321.
Mission Medical Center is in San Diego. They also treat AIDS, arthritis, Alzheimer's, stroke, paralysis, and rare neurological diseases. Therapies they use include tumorin, therapeutic immunology, RNA, Koch, herbology, Rife, and diet. Phone: 619-662-1578. http://www.missioninstitutes.com/english/mmc.html. 
Natural Healing Institute in Encinitas is run by Steven R. Schechter, N.D., Ph.D. He also treats AIDS, CFIDS, Epstein-Barr virus, liver disorders, and environmental disorders using therapeutic herbs, supplements, glandular extracts, enzymes, and nutrition. http://www.naturalhealinginst.com/ 760-943-8485
Oasis Hospital has an office in San Ysidro, but the clinic is in Mexico. It is also called the Contreras Clinic. 
Richard A. Kunin, M.D. in San Francisco is also a general medicine practitioner. He uses psychiatry-neurology, nutrient support, diet, detoxification, chelation, magnetic, DMSO, and other approaches. Phone: 415-346-2500.
Preventive Medical Center of Marin, is in San Rafael. It is run by Elson M. Haas, M.D. He is a general family practitioner who also does preventive medicine, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and viral infections. He uses detoxification, osteopathy, nutrition, acupuncture, herbals, bodywork, and  psychotherapy. The website is www.elsonhaas.com. Scott Anderson is semi-retired, but still works at the clinic.  415-472-2343

James R. Privitera, M.D. has an office in Covina. He treat arthritis, circulatory problems, preventive medicine, chronic fatigue, and PMS in addition to cancer. His approach is to use nutrition, immunological enhancement, chelation, and darkfield microscope. His website is http://www.nutriscreen.com/. Contact info: Phone: (626) 966-1618 or Toll Free: (888) 220-7888 or toll free: 800-5-PREVENT
Rational Therapeutics, run by Robert Nagourney, M.D. in Long Beach  treats blood disorders and solid tumors. His approach is laboratory-based therapy utilizing short form (apoptotic) assays to identify active agents and eliminate inactive agents. Custom tailored, assay-directed therapy, to provide personal cancer strategies based on your  tumor response in the laboratory. This eliminates much of the "guess work" prior to your undergoing the potentially toxic side effects of chemotherapy regimens. Contact info: 562-989-6455. Website:http://www.rationaltherapeutics.com/
Robert Jay Rowen, MD has moved from Alaska to Santa Rosa, CA. You can reach him at 707-571-7560. He treats most forms of cancer, as well as treating chronic pain, immune dysfunction, allergies, and cardiovascular disease. The main therapies he uses includes: IPT therapy, chelation, bio-oxidative, nutrition, herbs, acupuncture, immune therapies, vitamin C, vaccines, and detoxification. He is not using laetrile in California.  We understand he enjoys treating later stage cancers.  His website is http://www.doctorrowen.com, and his email isdrrowen@att.net.  
Sat Hari/New Dawn Health Care Services in Los Angeles, CA offers a unique and holistic alternative cancer support program. They focus on the whole person, including body, mind, and spirit integration.  They offer a multitude of support therapies that emphasize immune system enhancement, body detoxification and emotional balancing.  They use NAET for allergy elimination for immune system enhancement, advanced nutritional therapies, Quantum Xerroid Energetic analysis, BEFE - Bio-Electric Field Enhancement for detoxification, QRS Pulsed Magnetic field therapy for detox and oxygenation, Ceragem Far Infra-red heat, massage, Kundalini yoga and meditation. Call 310-266-5321 for more information. www.alternativemedicine.com/rananshahar. 
Sciabbarrasi, Joseph MD in in Santa Monica, CA has a general practice, but he also treats cancer. using orthomolecular approaches, homeopathy, acupuncture, nutritional and herbal therapies. (310) 395-2453.
Simply Healing, run by Alex Strande, N.D., PhD is in Irvine.  Alex is a naturopath and PhD microbiologist who has been practicing for over 20 years. He specializes in chronic fatigue, pain, depression and anxieties, difficult and rare conditions. If you've tried everything and you're still not getting well, call Simply Healing at 949-553-1882. www.simplyhealingclinic.com. 
Stella Maris Clinic has an office in San Ysidro, with the clinic in Mexico. 
Suzanne Skinner, Ph.D., R.N.C., N.D., D.Sc., C.H. has an office in Torrance. She uses Contact Reflex Analysis, nutrition, colonics, homeopathy, herbs, supplements, lymphatic work, and Kineseology to treat cancer and most illnesses. Phone: (310) 518-4555.
Lawrence H. Taylor, M.D., has an office in Chula Vista, but operates his clinic in Mexico. 
Valley Cancer Institute in Los Angeles is run by James Bicher, M.D. They treat brain, bone, throat, thyroid, lungs, breast, liver, pancreas, colon, female, prostate cancer, many more. They use primarily hyperthermia and nutrition along with standard conventional therapy. www.vci.org 310-398-0013
Colorado:
Applewood Chiropractic Clinic in Wheat Ridge CO, is run by Brian E.P.B. O'Connell, N.D. They treat conditions from asthma to Zoster and claim to specialize in cancer, neurological challenges (MS, Fibro, etc.) and ADD/ADHD. For diagnosis they use muscle testing and live blood cell analysis along with traditional approaches. They use all natural products he and others developed, they work with an herbologist, and they refer to a chosen group of chiropractors for structural adjustments.  http://www.askdoctorub.com/ (303)996-6262
Health Quarter Ministries in Colorado Springs is run by Dr. David Frahm, who wrote the book "A Cancer Battle Plan". They offer a 10 day detox retreat, as they believe proper nutrition heals the body at the cellular level, but before  nutritional changes can be effective, detoxing the system must take place. There is a very strong "spiritual" aspect to their program. For information, go tohttp://www.healthquarters.org/, call (719) 593-8694, or fax (719) 531-7884.  
Robert C. Roundtree, M.D., practices at the Helios Health Center in Boulder. He works with many patients who use traditional therapies, so he uses nutritional and herbal supplementation to help reverse damage that can result from chemotherapy and radiation. His goal is to build the immune system back.  He has been on sabatical. 
Connecticut:
Ron Schmid, N.D. and Ellen Triplett, C.L.S., run a clinic in Brookfield and one in Fairfield. They treat cancer, autoimmune problems, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, colitis, ulcers, and psoriasis using diet and supplements. Phone: (860) 945-7444http://www.drrons.com/index.html. 
Florida:
Accent on Health in Lake Worth is run by Sheri W. Pinsley, D.O. They treat most cancers, chronic fatigue, immune suppressive diseases, candida, MS, Parkinson's disease, and chronic pain.  They use intravenous treatments including chelation, vitamins and minerals, and hydrogen peroxide; nutritional counseling; stress management; and lifestyle modifications. Phone: (407) 547-2770.

Center for Metabolic Disorders in Hollywood is run by E.K. Schandl, Ph.D. He also treats heart disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, lupus, and AIDS. He uses Metabolic-IV, interferon, hyperbaric oxygen, and  nutrition. Phone: 954-929-4814  www.caprofile.net  (He also runs American Metabolic Labs in Hollywood, FL) Dayton Medical Center, run by Martin Dayton, MD DO, in Sunny Isles Beach FL integrates holistic, alternative and mainstream conventional medicine to treat cancer, arteriosclerosis, arthritis, neurological disorders including MS, and general conditions. They specialize in preventive medicine including Insulin Potentiation Therapy, Poly MVA, Cantron, QiGong, low dose Naltrexone,  chelation therapy, cell therapy, therapeutic nutrition, IV's, and oxidation therapy. Their website is www.daytonmedical.com and their phone number is (305) 931-8484. 
Hippocrates Health Institute in West Palm Beach, FL. They treat cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, allergies, and more. They use diet, detox, mind/body approaches, nutritional counseling, wheatgrass and juice therapy,  nutripuncture, and electro-magnetic treatments. We are not sure if they are set up to treat advanced cancers. www.hippocratesinst.com  800-842-2125
Immuno-Augmentative Therapy Centre has an office in Fort Lauderdale, but the clinic is in the Bahamas. 
Lost Horizon Health Awareness Center in Oviedo, FL, run by Roy B. Kupsinel, M.D., also treats degenerative diseases. Therapies include EDTA chelation, preventive medicine, nutrition, and diet. Phone: 407-365-6681. Emailrkupsinel@aol.com.
Panama City Clinic aka Akbar Clinic is in Panama City, FL. It is run by Naima Abdel-Ghany, M.D. She also treats AIDS and chronic degenerative diseases using metabolic therapy, nutrition, enzymes, hyperpyrexia, oxygenation, acupuncture, supplements, and natural immune enhancers. Phone: (850) 872-8122. We have heard very good things about her.
Perlmutter Health Center in Naples also treats arthritis, bowel and digestive disorders, cardiovascular, problems, dementia, and Parkinsons. They use a variety of complementary health techniques, including vitamins, nutrition, herbal, massage, and EDTA chelation.  http://www.perlhealth.com/about.htm 941-649-7400
Thomas McNaughton, M.D. has a clinic in Sarasota. He also treats immune dysregulation, cardiac/pulmonary diseases, and chronic fatigue syndrome using chelation, bio-oxidative, nutrition, and immune system enhancement. Phone: 813-365-6273.
Victor A. Marcial-Vega, M.D. in Miami, FL uses a multi-faceted nutritional and herbal supplementation program to strengthen the immune system and the patient's own inner defenses. 305-213-3507 www.atlantisenergy.net  
Georgia:IMS - Integrated Medical Specialists - Dr. Shantha and Dr. Bergeron now work out of separate facilities.  
Dr. Shantha runs Integrated Chemotherapy Specialists. He uses IPT with low dose chemo as the cornerstone of his treatment.  Restoring the immune system to enable it to destroy cancer cells, and killing the cancer at the site of occurrence is the prime objective at ICS. Therapies he uses includes: IPT therapy, hyperthermia, Urea, Homeopathy, Sodium phenylbutyrate, vaccines, BioResonance, oxygen therapy, CELLBAL, Iscador, vitamins and supplements, and more. His website is http://www.iptmd.com/.  Email info@iptmd.com or call him at (770) 474-4029. 
Illinois:Keith Block, M.D. at the Block Medical Center in Evanston, IL considers it important to use a complete detoxification program along with both conventional and complementary techniques. http://www.blockmd.com or 847-492-3040.
Contemporary Medicine in Burr Ridge uses a Comprehensive Cancer Care model utilizing all of nutrition, mind-body medicine, together with IPT - Insulin Potentiation Therapy. http://www.contemporarymedicine.net/ 630-321-9010
Natural Medicine Clinic, in Naperville is run by Dr. J. Steven Holcomb, who treats any illness when natural medicine is preferred, using nutrition, herbal, QiGong,  and acupuncture. Phone: (630) 357-8662.
Ross A. Hauser, M.D., D.C. and Marion A. Hauser, M.S., R.D., C.N.S.D. have a clinic in Oak Park, IL. They also treat chronic pain, allergies, blockages of arteries, and chronic fatigue. They use bio-oxidative therapies (ozone, hydrogen peroxide), IPT therapy, and  photoluminescence. www.caringmedical.com (708) 848-7789
Jack O. Taylor, M.S., D.C. He provides nutritional support for cancer patients. He uses a variety of supplements, glandulars, detoxification programs, and chiropractic adjustments. www.metabolicmap.com  727-418-0218.

Kentucky:
The Foxhollow Clinic of Integrated Biological Medicine in Crestwood offers an individualized program that may include intravenous therapies, metal detox, Neuromuscular Restructuring, neural therapy, cupping, juicing, immune strengthening therapies, hormone balancing, stress management, mind/body approaches, nutrition, supplements, and energy balancing - rebalancing the energy "meridians" in your body through homeopathy, oriental medicine, European biological remedies and anthroposophical medicine. They are a partner clinic with Paracelsus Clinic in Switzerland. Contact info: 502-241-4304, (800) 624-7080, Fax: (502) 241-3935, or www.Foxhollow.com.   
Maine:
Maine Whole Health in Portland Maine is run by Alan N.Weiner, DO, CCN. Alan N.Weiner is certified in clinical nutrition and has experience in treating cancer with a variety of alternative modalities. Devra Krassner, ND also works at the clinic. They guide you in bridging conventional and complementary cancer therapies.  They use diet and nutrition programs to enhance the immune system, detoxification, IVs, supplements, homeopathy, herbal and botanical medicine, a complete mind/body approach - Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), and guided imagery. - 207-828-5645 http://www.mainewholehealth.com/. 
Maryland:
Ahmad Shamim, M.D. in Laurel, MD also treats heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, diabetes, digestive disorders, yeast-related illnesses, and multiple sclerosis. He uses cleansing, detoxification, immune enhancement, herbals, enzymes, diet, glandulars, supplements, and immune stimulators. Phone: 410-792-0333. We have heard some good things about him.
Paul V. Beals, M.D. also runs a clinic in Laurel. He treats Most nonmetastatic cancers and various degenerative diseases. including heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, multiple sclerosis, and  fibromyalgia. He uses diet, metabolic nutrition, IV & oral vitamins & minerals, immunotherapy, laetrile, megavitamins, DMSO, hydrogen peroxide, BCG, and chelation. Contact info: (301) 490-9911.
In Baltimore, The Ruscombe Mansion Community Health Center, run by Peter Hinderberger, M.D., Ph.D. treats all illnesses including cancer using, homeopathy, anthroposophy, acupuncture, massage, Reiki, Trager, craniosacral, and "zero balancing."  http://members.aol.com/ruscombe/where.htm Phone: (410) 367-7300.
Michigan:
In Pontiac, Vahagn Agbabian, D.O. does internal medicine using complementary approaches, especially nutritional. Chelation and IPT therapy may also be used.  Phone: 248-334-2424. We have had a couple of good reports on him.
Nevada:
Dr. Brodie in Reno includes nutritional and herbal supplements along with strong physical and psychological support and conventional treatments where necessary. www.drbrodie.com  775-829-1009
James W. Forsythe, M.D., H.M.D. manages two clinics: Cancer Screening and Treatment Center of Nevada for conventional cancer treatment and Century Wellness Center for alternative medicine. Dr. Forsythe's expertise is in conventional therapy and he may propose that as your first option.
Las Vegas Institute of Preventive Medicine in Las Vegas is run by Dr. Thomas Brumfield M.D. He uses POLY-MVA and hormone management. Go towww.lasvegasiopm.com/index.html for more info or email him atdrbrumfield@lasvegasiopm.com. He can also be reached by phone at   702-380-8470.  We don't have a lot of information about his clinic.
Nevada Clinic in Las Vegas has good responses with liver metastases, colon, and breast cancers. They also treat lupus and AIDS using homeopathy, chelation, acupuncture and other approaches. Website: www.nevadaclinic.com.800-641-6661New Jersey:
In Fort Lee, the Center for Nutrition & Preventive Medicine, run by Dr. Gary Klingsberg, D.O., treats breast, colon, prostate, & lung malignancies and  cardiovascular diseases using diet, herbs and supplements; chelation, and osteopathic manipulation. Phone: 201-585-9368.
Magaziner Medical Center in Cherry Hill is run by Allan Magaziner, D.O., P.C. He mainly treats prostate, breast, lung, and bowel cancers; but he also treats Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis and heart problems. He uses oral and IV vitamins, minerals, amino acids, oral botanicals, herbs, enzymes, homeopathic remedies, chelation, and detoxification. His website is www.drmagaziner.com. 856-424-8222
Metabolic Associates in Florham treats cancer and also AIDS, cholesterol, obesity, and any disease with a nutritional component by using nutrition and diet in their therapies. Phone: 201-377-7300 email: metabolic@iname.com 
Charles B. Simone, M.MS., M.D., in Lawrenceville, NJ, operates the Simone Protective Cancer Center.  He feels lifestyle modifications are an important part of therapy. He has a "Ten-Point Plan to Reduce Your Chances of Getting Cancer." His program also uses special nutritional supplements, adjunctive therapies and hormonal treatments. 609-896-2646http://www.drsimone.com/ 609-896-2646
http://www.drsimone.com/New York:
The Ash Center for Comprehensive Medicine in New York - Richard N. Ash, M.D., P.C., also does  internal medicine, and treats HIV, chronic fatigue, arthritis, heart disease, and allergies. He uses chelation, oxidative therapies, and vitamins (oral & IV). Their website ishttp://www.ashmd.com/ashcenter/default.htm. We don't have much info on him. 
Atkins Center for Complementary Medicine in New York is run by Robert Atkins, M.D. 1-800-2-Atkins. We understand that Dr. Atkins is cutting back on his cancer practice, especially for later stage cancers. We have heard he has a unique program for prostate cancer. We will contact them to find out about this.  
Centers for Integrative and Complementary Medicine in New York is run by Dr. Dr. Fred Pescatore, who has worked along side Dr. Atkins. Dr. Pescatore treats patients with AIDS, diabetes, heart disease, hepatitis, and cancer—in addition to addressing more common concerns such as diet and nutrition—by employing a combination of both alternative and traditional medicines. 212-779-2944.
Center for Progressive Medicine & Rhinebeck Health Center in Rhinebeck -  Kenneth Bock, M.D. and Steven Bock, M.D., also treat allergies, ADD, autoimmune disorders, and heart disorders using chelation, diet, herbs, Chinese remedies, enzymes, homeopathic medicine, photo-oxidation, and oxidative medicine. Phone: 845-876-7082  http://www.rhinebeckhealth.com/. 
Foundation for Cartilage and Immunology Research uses bovine cartilage is used as a first-line therapy where other modalities are of little or no value, such as cancer of the pancreas, adenocarcinoma of the lung, squamous cell cancer of the pharynx, lung, larynx (metastatic), renal cell carcinoma, and others. It is used as a reserve therapy in malignancies for which there are standard therapies of recognized effectiveness, such as breast, gastrointestinal, or prostate cancer. Phone: (914)763-6195.
Dr. Gonzales in New York treats all cancers, but specializes in pancreatic cancer. He uses a metabolic approach, with high doses of supplements. 212-213-3337  website: http://www.dr-gonzalez.com/
The Hoffman Center in New York also treat muscular degeneration, Lyme disease, HIV, and heart conditions. They use nutrition, chelation, acupuncture,  neural therapy, megadoses of vitamins (IV), and Chinese medicine. Phone: (212)779-1744 website:  www.drhoffman.com. 
Institute of East-West Medicine is run by Raymond Chang, M.D., F.A.C.P. He treats cancer with TCM - Traditional Chinese Medicine,  Acupuncture, Ayurveda and authentic Tibetan Medicine consultations are offered. The emphasis is on preserving and practicing the original traditional healing arts of Asia with modern conventional medicine. 212-683-1221. The website is http://www.eastwestmed.org and email is info@eastwestmed.org. 
Revici Life Science Center, in New York, NY - Emanuel Revici, M.D., until he passed away ran the Revici Life Science Center in NY, NY. Dr. Korin took over until he passed away.  It is run for awhile by Dr. Joseph Carozzi. It may now run by Dr. Revici's grandson. They use fatty acids and sterols, enzymes, high-dose selenium, dietary changes, and a "biologically guided" nontoxic chemotherapy. He recommends not taking high dose vitamins without checking how these shift the body's acid/alkaline balance. 212 252-1942
Michael B. Schachter, M.D. of the Schachter Center in Suffren has had good responses with breast, lung, colon, lymphoma, and Hodgkin's. He also treats AIDS,  neurological problems, and candida. He uses detoxification, EDTA & DMPS chelation, laetrile, DMSO, coenzyme Q10, hydrogen peroxide, shark cartilage, hydrazine sulfate, biomagnetic, and homeopathy. (845) 368-4700
New patient services: ext. 6  http://www.mbschachter.com

At Strang Cancer Prevention Center in New York City. George Wong, PhD,  is a Harvard trained Phd, as well as fourth generation Chinese herbalist. He has actively practiced traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in New York City for many years and is experienced in the TCM management of a wide variety of chronic diseases, particularly those related to aging and cancer. He is president of American Foundation for Chinese Medicine in New York City, a not-for-profit research organization in New York City dedicated to the advancement of the knowledge of TCM. Currently he is directing an herbal medicine program at Strang and Cornell with a major emphasis on women’s health issues. Call his office at 212-794-4900 x 128 for more info on his practice. For a testimonial, go tohttp://www.annieappleseedproject.org/newungoodres.html. His website ishttp://home.strang.org/homeindex.htm and email is gwong@strang.org. 

CAM Institute for Integrative Therapies - Tutsis Center is located in Brooklyn, New York. Their phone number is 718-621-0900. They use hyperbaric medicine. Mostly known for treating strokes and brain injuries.  
North Carolina:
Carolina Center for Bio-Oxidative Medicine is in Raleigh. They treat cancer and also immune system dysfunctions and cardiovascular disease using ozone, EDTA chelation, hydrogen peroxide, minerals, vitamins, diet, detoxification, hydrotherapy, and lymphatic massage. Phone: (919) 571-4391.In Southern Pines, Carolina Health Quest is run by Keith Johnson, M.D., ASCVD, CAD, PVD. He also treats arthritis, COPD, CFIDS, and hormonal deficiencies. Therapies include chelation, hydrogen peroxide, DMSO, ozone, hormone replacement, and colonics. Phone: 910-695-0335.
Nature's Path in Matthews NC also treats Multiple Sclerosis naturally. For cancer, they use intravenous supernutritional treatments, colonic hydrotherapy, nutritional therapy, oxygen therapy, natural hormone replacement, chelation, blood irradiation, and more. They can be reached at  704-849-8266 or through their website at http://www.anti-aging-doctors.com/page43.htm.
North Dakota:
Brian E. Briggs, M.D. in Minot gets the best responses with prostate cancer, but he also treats cardiovascular disorders and immune system disorders and uses detoxification, neural therapy, nutrition, chelation IV, amygdalin IV, and supplements. Office 701-838-6011.
Ohio:
Essence Of The Spirit Retreat in Caldwell, Ohio is run by Randy and May Huffman. The retreat is free, but they do accept donations. They use Lee Crock's Energy Stimulator to help the body heal itself. Information on this device is available at http://www.keelynet.com/biology/crock.htm. (Note: They do not specifically treat cancer, though some people appear to have been helped by this machine. This is a facility where one can experiment with an approach that has not been evaluated and approved. Guests should be under the care and responsibility of a physician as there are no persons available with the medical knowledge that are permitted to administer any form of medical attention.) They can be reached by phone at (740) 783-0021.
Partners in Wellness in Cincinnati - Leonid Macheret, M.D., is a general practice doctor who treats cancer and also arthritis, cardiovascular disorders, hypoglycemia, metabolic disorders, diabetes, fibromyalgia, and he also does preventive medicine. He uses chelation, acupuncture, nutrition, orthomolecular, ethnic herbs, Ayurvedic, yoga, and osteopathic manipulation. Phone: 513-851-8790.
Physicians Care Center in Powell OH is run by William D Mitchell, DO FACOI.  He offers Internal medicine, preventive medicine, and accepts all types of cancer, even later stage cancers. He uses IPT therapy, nutritional approaches, etc. phone: 614-761-0555 website:  http://www.pcci.ascinet.com/ or email:wmitchell@ascinet.com.

Oklahoma:
Alternative Medicine New Hope Health Clinic in Jenks uses a holistic approach to treating cancer and other conditions. Treatment is very thorough and involves finding the underlying causes to the cancer and then working to reverse and remove these causes. Detoxification, immune therapy, homeopathy, naturopathy, ozone therapy, oxidation, chelation are some of the approaches they use. (877) 544-HOPE (4 6 7 3)  www.newhopehealthclinic.com
William H. Philpott, M.D. in Midwest City also deals with pain relief, arteriosclerosis, and degenerative diseases using magnetic therapy. He will help you set up a protocol to follow at home, or he can work with your doctor or even put you in touch with doctors he has trained. Phone: 405-390-1444.Oregon:
Gateway to Health Naturopathic Clinic  in Portland, is run by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND. He provides Naturopathic diagnosis and treatment of difficult to diagnose and treat medical symptoms. Treatments may include PC SPES.Ph: 503-255-9500 or visit his website www.naturedox.com/index.html.
Acupuncture & Natural Medicine Clinic in Portland is run by Rick Marinelli, N.D., M.Ac.O.M. The clinic focuses on the successful treatment of chronic disease and pain, and can help with adjunctive cancer therapy, autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, diabetes, and degenerative disc disease. They use naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, Neural Therapy, Prolotherapy, integrated medicine, Orthopedic Medicine, herbal medicine, nutritional medicine, and detoxification. Website: http://www.natural-healthmedicine.com  info@natural-healthmedicine.com. (503) 644-4446

Dr. Paul Anderson is a Naturopathic Physician in Salem. His website ishttp://www.docpaulanderson.com and the phone number to reach him at is 503-365-0377. Dr. Anderson provides health care for the whole family, integrating conventional and alternative health care. He provides intensive treatment to support the immune system, including I.V. treatment, diet therapy, and detoxification. These same therapies may also help traditional therapies (such as surgery and chemotherapy) work better. Each patient is treated as an individual, and personal choices are supported.

Tori Hudson, N.D. of "A Woman's Time" in Portland, OR is well-known for treating cervical cancer. She uses a precise program of herbs, nutrition, dietary change, and special nontoxic treatments. Phone: 503-222-2322 or visit her website: www.awomanstime.citysearch.com/.
Martin Milner, N.D., in Portland at the Center for Natural Medicine, Inc. uses a naturopathic approach with nutritional and herbal supplementation, exercise, stress reduction, and dietary change. 503-232-1100 http://www.cnm-inc.com/ 
Pennsylvania:
Center for Preventive Medicine and Dentistry in Bala Cynwyd -  Howard Posner, M.D., also treats heart disease, arthritis,  candida, hypertension, and infertility. He uses megavitamins, herbs, homeopathic remedies, ayurveda, detoxification, and shark cartilage. Phone: 610-667-2927 www.docposner.com 
Health Achievement Center in Darby also treat arteriosclerosis, arthritis, toxic states, ADD, and chronic fatigue. They use electro-acupuncture, neural, chelation, bio-oxidative, hydrotherapy, and detoxification in their treatments. Phone: 610-461-6225.
Donald J. Mantell, M.D. in Sarver also treats arthritis, allergies, and multiple sclerosis. They use metabolic, diet, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, herbs, homeopathy, DMSO, vitamin C, colonics, electro-acupuncture, and chelation. Phone: 412-776-5610.
In Cranberry Township, P. Jayalakshmi, M.D. and  K.R. Sampathachar, M.D. run The Alternative Medicine and Holistic Medical Center. They treat cancer only using nutrition, oral supplementation, chelation, megavitamins, oxidative, colonics, Ayurvedic, and detoxification. Phone: 215-473-4753 Website:www.globeworks.com/alternative_medicine/index.html. 
South Carolina:
Health Dimensions Clinics located in West Columbia and Spartanburg, South Carolina are run by James Shortt, M.D. The Clinics feature Hormone Modulation, Immune Enhancement, Sports Medicine, Oxidative Medicine, Chelation Therapy, Neural Therapy, Kinesiology, Live Blood Analysis and Longevity and cancer treatments. He uses Oxidative Therapy, Chelation Therapy, DMSO, beta glucan, enzymes, and transfer factors as part of his therapy. (803) 755-0114 
Tennessee
Preventive Medicine and Wellness Clinic in Old Hickory, TN is run by Russell W. Hunt, M.D. He treats cancer, arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, heart disease, etc. using  IPT therapy, chelation, nutrition, IVs, conventional approaches along with alternative approaches. works on immune system  615-541-0400  www.angelfire.com/tn2/preventionmd/ 
Texas:
Burzynski Clinic, in Houston is run by S.R. Burzynski, M.D., Ph.D. They have found their best results with brain cancer. They also treat non-Hodgkins lymphoma, prostate, and kidney cancer. Their main therapy is the use of  antineoplastons. Therapy is very expensive here. 713-335-5697www.cancermed.com/

Energy Health Centre in Ft. Worth, Texas offers integrative treatments that combine conventional and complementary medicine in the healing of cancer, AIDS, Hepatitis C, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and heart disease. They offer adjunctive immunologic support to those individuals suffering from advanced cancer. Treatments include: IPT therapy, nutritional oral and IV therapy, Tradition Chinese Medicine, bioenergetic medicine (homeopathy, NAET), detoxification (homeovitics and chelation), psychoneuroimmunological (mind-body) therapy, diet, supplementation, high dose Vitamin C IVs, and oxidative medicine. They have a website at http://www.energyhealth.com/ and can be reached by phone at 817-927-5111. They have a special cancer option and prevention program.
Global Healing Center in Houston, TX, is currently only offering programs in cancer prevention.  713-484-6550 or http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/ 
Vladimir Rizov, M.D., in Austin gets good results with prostate cancer. He also treats cardiovascular problems, arthritis, fungal infections, and allergies. He usesIPT therapy, DMSO, vitamins, EDTA, enzymes, nutrition, detoxification, chelation, oxygen, and homeopathy. Website: www.newvitality.com Phone:  (512) 451-8149 

Utah:
BioPulse Rejuvenation Clinic - believe they are closed.
Vermont:Champlain Center for Natural Medicine in Shelburne, VT is run by Bill Warnock, ND, Lorilee Schoenbeck, ND, and Simon Frishkoff, ND. They treat cancer - all stages, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, arthritis, Wilson's Syndrome and chronic fatigue. They may use a variety of approaches - homeopathic, anthroposophical, acupuncture, botanic, nutritional, bee venom therapies, and mistletoe. They work with patients who want alternative or integrated approaches to help their immune system while doing or after chemo or other conventional approaches.http://www.vtnaturalmed.com (802) 985-8250 

Virginia:
Integrated Medical Center in Annandale offers live blood analysis and bio-terrain which show many conditions such as candida, cancer, lymes disease, and parasites. They use chelation, IV vitamin drips, nutrition, acupuncture, Hyperbaric Chamber, colon hydro therapy, and  homeopathy. They can be reached at 703-941-3606 or by fax at 703-658-9415.
Vincent Speckhart, M.D., M.D.H. in Norfolk, VA uses homeopathic remedies, herbs, and nutritional supplements to remove toxins and repair the immune system. (757) 622-0014
Washington:

The Leo J Bolles Clinic is in Bellevue offers the following services:  chelation therapy, IV vitamin therapies, homeopathy, neural therapy, H2O2, detoxification, heavy metal removal, antiviral IV therapy, Electro acupuncture, herbal medicine, oral vitamin therapy, dark field blood evaluation, Thermographic Analysis, EKG Analysis, Anti-cancer Protocols, Chronic Fatigue Therapies, Fibromyalgia treatments, NAET and all phases of Preventive Medicine. Contact info: 425-881-2224  http://www.bollesclinic.com/ 

Patrick Donovan, N.D., at the University Health Clinic in Seattle considers diet and nutritional/herbal supplementation  to be critically important. He also feels it is important to understand the psychological side of the disease process. (206)  525-8015

Northwest Natural Health Specialty Care Clinic, Dan Labriola, N.D., in Seattle works with patients who need or want to stay with conventional treatments and uses naturopathic approaches to provide nutritional supplementation to help reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and other harsh treatments. 206-2784-9111http://www.nwnaturalhealth.com/
Pacific Center for Naturopathic Medicine in Bellingham is run by Rachelle Herdman, N.D., M.D. They treat cancer and autoimmune, neurological, cardiovascular, digestive disorders, and chronic fatigue. They use nutrition, diet, Ayurveda, homeopathy, botanical medicine and teas, herbal tinctures,  plant extracts, and a variety of supplements. Second location in Canada. Phone: 360-734-0045.

The Paracelsus Clinic in Federal Way is run by Dr. Dorman. They treat a variety of conditions, primarily with prolotherapy and chelation. Their website is: http://www.paracelsusclinic.com/ or they can be reached by phone at 253-529-3050.

Wisconsin:
Waisbren Clinic in Milwaukee, run by  Burton A. Waisbren, Sr., M.D., treats carcinoma, lymphoma, multiple sclerosis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Therapies they use include BCG, Coley's vaccine, lymphoblastoid lymphocytes, vaccines, Interleukin2, and Interferon. www.waisbrenclinic.com 414-272-1929