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The latest updates on immunotherapy and the future of cancer treatment

Unraveling the Mystery of Cancer: A Journey through Basics and Advancements

September 11th, 2023

Cancer, a word that evokes fear and uncertainty, has long been one of humanity’s most formidable adversaries. It is a complex group of diseases characterized by the uncontrollable growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body1. In this post, we will delve into the fundamentals of cancer, its interaction with the immune system, its …

Read More

Meet the Immunocine Team: Dr. Gregorio Viramontes

September 11th, 2023

At Immunocine, we are proud to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the medical field. Today, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one such individual, Dr. Gregorio Viramontes, an esteemed interventional radiologist who has made significant strides in the world of radiology and cancer research. An Extensive Educational Background Dr. Viramontes’s …

Read More

Nourishing Hope: The Vital Role of Nutrition During Cancer Treatment

August 30th, 2023

Cancer is a formidable opponent that affects millions of lives worldwide. While advancements in medical treatments, such as immunotherapy, have shown promise in combatting this disease, the importance of nutrition during cancer treatment cannot be overstated1. Many cancer patients often face calorie restriction, leading to a condition called cachexia, which weakens the body further2. Furthermore, …

Read More

Could Curcumin Really Help Cure Cancer?

August 25th, 2023

Cancer is a complex disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery are effective, they can also cause a lot of side effects and often fail to achieve the efficacy desired. As a result, many people turn to alternative treatments like Immunocine’s cutting-edge Immunotherapy protocol, but …

Read More

EGCG and Green Tea Protect Anti-Tumor Immunity

August 24th, 2023

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most abundant catechin in green tea, and one of the most studied polyphenols across the world1.  The focus on this piece will be about the potential role of EGCG in aiding a TH1-promoting immunotherapy (such as from Immunocine) against something as aggressive as cancer. To begin with a note of caution, …

Read More

Understanding Cancer Markers: Unveiling the Promise and Limitations

August 18th, 2023

Cancer, a complex group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell growth, has been a significant challenge for medical science. Over the years, researchers have developed various tools and techniques to diagnose, monitor, and treat different types of cancers. One such tool that has gained prominence in the realm of cancer detection and management is the …

Read More

Why don’t Checkpoint Inhibitors Work More Often?

August 14th, 2023

With immunotherapy really taking off in the past decade, many cancer patients are rightfully interested in adding this potential modality to their treatment plan. After all, it has long been established that the immune system can eliminate cancer if properly educated1, 2 and powered3, and that this is not dependent on where or what started the …

Read More

Immunotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Side Effects: Comparing the Objectives

August 11th, 2023

On August 4th, we posted an overview of how chemotherapeutic side effects differ from those experienced during immunotherapy. Informative, but broad, we decided to dive a little deeper into what really drives those effects and when they can even be beneficial.

Read More

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Cancer Treatment

August 8th, 2023

The relationship between cancer and oxygen is complicated, and nothing written here is going to change that. However, an alternative treatment option sometimes revolves around the use of hyperbaric chambers and ‘oxygen-loading’ programs, and as a matter of due diligence we should dive into the scientific merit here.

Read More

Side Effects of Immunotherapy vs. Chemotherapy: A Comparative Analysis

August 4th, 2023

Cancer treatment has witnessed significant advancements over the years, with a multitude of therapeutic options now available to patients. Among these, chemotherapy and immunotherapy have emerged as two primary modalities.

Read More

Benefits of Immunotherapy at Every Stage of Cancer

August 2nd, 2023

In the world of cancer treatment, time is a critical factor. The sooner the intervention, the better the outcomes. This is particularly true for immunotherapy, a groundbreaking treatment strategy that leverages the body’s immune system to combat cancer.

Read More

Triumph Over Stage 4 Melanoma: Brock’s Inspiring Journey

July 5th, 2023

Brock S. had his world turned upside down when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Melanoma in July 2022. With his cancer growing by 300% within five months since the initial diagnosis, he was given roughly three months to live.

Now six months after completing treatment and with remission in sight, Brock recently visited Immunocine to share his story.

Read More

Shining the Light on Vitamin D and Cancer Treatment

June 14th, 2023

Worryingly, about 35-45% of Americans don’t have enough Vitamin D11, the essential nutrient that our bodies need for tasks like absorbing calcium in the gut and maintaining healthy bones2, 3.

Read More

Babette’s Cancer Journey: Remarkable Progress and a Future in Sight

May 16th, 2023

Babette’s journey with Immunocine is progressing steadily, and we’re excited to bring you another update on her path to recovery. Now nearly five months after completing her treatment, Babette continues to work with the Immunocine Team, who evaluate her medical reports and scans to closely to provide feedback.

Read More

Boosting Immunotherapy with Dietary Fiber

March 15th, 2023

Of the 1.9 million cancer patients in 2021, 600,000 received immunotherapy, a remarkable number given the FDA approved the first cancer immunotherapy in 2011. This growth in the utilization of immunotherapy has spurred research into novel immunotherapies such as Immunocine’s Treatment, but also in supportive approaches to enhance immunotherapy.

Read More

Diet Guide to Prepare for Immunotherapy

March 12th, 2023

As cancer patients prepare to come to Cancun to begin their personalized Immunotherapy journey, they often ask if there are things they can do to “improve the odds of success.” And while there are a few things, the focus here will be on diet and how it could improve the response of the Immunocine Therapy.

Read More

Immunocine Dendritic Cell Therapy for Colorectal Cancers

February 10th, 2023

Colorectal cancers have been on the rise and now afflict more than 2 million humans per year, more than 150,000 Americans per year1, and is simultaneously becoming one of the deadliest cancer categories across genders2, 3.

Read More

Dendritic Cells and Their Therapeutic Role in Prostate Cancer

February 9th, 2023

In 2022, almost 270,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and about 35,000 prostate cancer patients will succumb to the disease.

Read More

Babette’s Treatment Update

January 2nd, 2023

Babette has finally completed treatment at Immunocine. Now back home, the Immunocine Team will stay in contact with her to evaluate any future medical reports and scans. These follow ups are critical to ensure her physicians know what to expect going forward and Babette’s Immune System continues to attack her cancer.

Read More

Why Is Immunocine in Cancun, Mexico?

December 20th, 2022

Alternative treatment centers are often met with a skeptical eye, and with justifiable reason.

Read More

Babette’s Treatment Experience with Immunocine

December 2nd, 2022

Many of our patients are pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoy their time in Cancun.

Read More

What Is Immunotherapy?

November 19th, 2022

In the late 1800’s Dr. William Coley stumbled onto an interesting observation, that an active immune response in the area of a tumor could delay and even occasionally eliminate a cancerous threat1, 2.

Read More

Is Alternative Cancer Treatment Safe and Effective?

November 16th, 2022

As we now live in an age in which information freely flows and all manners of hyperbole are available at our fingertips through our screens, it is hard to know what is “real” and what is “fake.” Patients that receive a cancer diagnosis often find themselves scouring the corners of the internet attempting to find a better treatment option or something that ensures their odds of survival, only to be met with a smattering of anecdotes, reviews on all extremes, and no real idea what path they should take.

Read More

Cancer Cells Hiding in Other Cancer Cells?

October 21st, 2022

As we outlined in our post dedicated to Head & Neck Cancer, the Immune System has the inherent ability to find and destroy cancer cells. In fact, it does this for you every day! Since humans already have this natural ability, scientists are continually researching why cancer cells are able to avoid detection and ultimately grow into tumors.

Read More

The Misconception of Checkpoint Inhibitors

October 11th, 2022

As the earliest form of commercialized Immunotherapy, Checkpoint Inhibitors laid the foundation for Immunotherapy as a viable cancer treatment. Further, Checkpoint Inhibitors are able to be produced in bulk and are relatively safe especially when compared to Chemotherapy.

Read More

Understanding Immunotherapy with World Renowned Author, Haylie Pomroy

September 19th, 2022

The Immunocine Team’s Dr. Matt Halpert and Dr. Rafael Gonzalez recently recorded a podcast with #1 NYT Best Selling Author and Celebrity Nutritionist, Haylie Pomroy.

Read More

Stage 4 Prostate Cancer Patient Update after 5 Years

August 24th, 2022

In 2014, Chris had Stage 4 Metastatic Prostate Cancer that had spread throughout his body. His physicians gave Chris less than 3 years to live. While he had seen initial results with Chemotherapy, his cancer progressed to over 30 tumors located throughout his body.

Read More

Using Dendritic Cells to Fight Head and Neck Cancers

July 26th, 2022

Head and Neck Cell Cancers (HNC) includes cancers within the oral cavity, sinonasal cavities, pharynx and larynx. HNC is the 6th most common cancer in the world with roughly 550,000 diagnoses each year.

Read More

Advances in Treating Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

July 11th, 2022

Triple-negative breast cancer is a unique form of breast cancer lacking in typical receptors found on these breast cells. Despite its difficulty in treating, the Immunocine Cancer Center’s treatment has had demonstrated success in treating triple-negative cancer patients.

Read More

A Revolutionary Approach to Cancer Treatments

June 24th, 2022

Immunocine’s Dendritic Cell Treatment represents a huge step forward in Immunotherapy and utilizing Dendritic Cells to fight cancer.

In fact, the following data demonstrates how much more powerful Immunocine’s Treatment is than other Dendritic Cell Treatments.

Read More

Is this therapy available in the US?

May 25th, 2022

With the variety of treatment options in the states, you may wonder why you can’t get our treatment option in the US right now. Why isn’t it available at my local hospital? Someday it most likely will be broadly available, but unfortunately it is not today.

Read More

Preparing for Your Trip and Treatment

May 25th, 2022

It’s time to fight this cancer, fight it on your terms, and fight it hard. How should you prepare?

Read More

Your Immune System Can Fight Cancer

March 14th, 2022

It seems most people are aware that the Immune System fights everyday to keep viruses and bad bacteria out of our bodies. While this definitely is a full time job, the Immune System actually has another job, which is equally important.

Read More

Unraveling the Mystery of Cancer: A Journey through Basics and Advancements

September 11th, 2023

Cancer, a word that evokes fear and uncertainty, has long been one of humanity’s most formidable adversaries. It is a complex group of diseases characterized by the uncontrollable growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body1. In this post, we will delve into the fundamentals of cancer, its interaction with the immune system, its …

Read More

Understanding Cancer Markers: Unveiling the Promise and Limitations

August 18th, 2023

Cancer, a complex group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell growth, has been a significant challenge for medical science. Over the years, researchers have developed various tools and techniques to diagnose, monitor, and treat different types of cancers. One such tool that has gained prominence in the realm of cancer detection and management is the …

Read More

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Cancer Treatment

August 8th, 2023

The relationship between cancer and oxygen is complicated, and nothing written here is going to change that. However, an alternative treatment option sometimes revolves around the use of hyperbaric chambers and ‘oxygen-loading’ programs, and as a matter of due diligence we should dive into the scientific merit here.

Read More

Side Effects of Immunotherapy vs. Chemotherapy: A Comparative Analysis

August 4th, 2023

Cancer treatment has witnessed significant advancements over the years, with a multitude of therapeutic options now available to patients. Among these, chemotherapy and immunotherapy have emerged as two primary modalities.

Read More

Benefits of Immunotherapy at Every Stage of Cancer

August 2nd, 2023

In the world of cancer treatment, time is a critical factor. The sooner the intervention, the better the outcomes. This is particularly true for immunotherapy, a groundbreaking treatment strategy that leverages the body’s immune system to combat cancer.

Read More

Shining the Light on Vitamin D and Cancer Treatment

June 14th, 2023

Worryingly, about 35-45% of Americans don’t have enough Vitamin D11, the essential nutrient that our bodies need for tasks like absorbing calcium in the gut and maintaining healthy bones2, 3.

Read More

Dendritic Cells and Their Therapeutic Role in Prostate Cancer

February 9th, 2023

In 2022, almost 270,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and about 35,000 prostate cancer patients will succumb to the disease.

Read More

Is Alternative Cancer Treatment Safe and Effective?

November 16th, 2022

As we now live in an age in which information freely flows and all manners of hyperbole are available at our fingertips through our screens, it is hard to know what is “real” and what is “fake.” Patients that receive a cancer diagnosis often find themselves scouring the corners of the internet attempting to find a better treatment option or something that ensures their odds of survival, only to be met with a smattering of anecdotes, reviews on all extremes, and no real idea what path they should take.

Read More

Cancer Cells Hiding in Other Cancer Cells?

October 21st, 2022

As we outlined in our post dedicated to Head & Neck Cancer, the Immune System has the inherent ability to find and destroy cancer cells. In fact, it does this for you every day! Since humans already have this natural ability, scientists are continually researching why cancer cells are able to avoid detection and ultimately grow into tumors.

Read More

The Misconception of Checkpoint Inhibitors

October 11th, 2022

As the earliest form of commercialized Immunotherapy, Checkpoint Inhibitors laid the foundation for Immunotherapy as a viable cancer treatment. Further, Checkpoint Inhibitors are able to be produced in bulk and are relatively safe especially when compared to Chemotherapy.

Read More

Understanding Immunotherapy with World Renowned Author, Haylie Pomroy

September 19th, 2022

The Immunocine Team’s Dr. Matt Halpert and Dr. Rafael Gonzalez recently recorded a podcast with #1 NYT Best Selling Author and Celebrity Nutritionist, Haylie Pomroy.

Read More

Using Dendritic Cells to Fight Head and Neck Cancers

July 26th, 2022

Head and Neck Cell Cancers (HNC) includes cancers within the oral cavity, sinonasal cavities, pharynx and larynx. HNC is the 6th most common cancer in the world with roughly 550,000 diagnoses each year.

Read More

Advances in Treating Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

July 11th, 2022

Triple-negative breast cancer is a unique form of breast cancer lacking in typical receptors found on these breast cells. Despite its difficulty in treating, the Immunocine Cancer Center’s treatment has had demonstrated success in treating triple-negative cancer patients.

Read More

A Revolutionary Approach to Cancer Treatments

June 24th, 2022

Immunocine’s Dendritic Cell Treatment represents a huge step forward in Immunotherapy and utilizing Dendritic Cells to fight cancer.

In fact, the following data demonstrates how much more powerful Immunocine’s Treatment is than other Dendritic Cell Treatments.

Read More

Your Immune System Can Fight Cancer

March 14th, 2022

It seems most people are aware that the Immune System fights everyday to keep viruses and bad bacteria out of our bodies. While this definitely is a full time job, the Immune System actually has another job, which is equally important.

Read More

Meet the Immunocine Team: Dr. Gregorio Viramontes

September 11th, 2023

At Immunocine, we are proud to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the medical field. Today, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one such individual, Dr. Gregorio Viramontes, an esteemed interventional radiologist who has made significant strides in the world of radiology and cancer research. An Extensive Educational Background Dr. Viramontes’s …

Read More

Why don’t Checkpoint Inhibitors Work More Often?

August 14th, 2023

With immunotherapy really taking off in the past decade, many cancer patients are rightfully interested in adding this potential modality to their treatment plan. After all, it has long been established that the immune system can eliminate cancer if properly educated1, 2 and powered3, and that this is not dependent on where or what started the …

Read More

Immunotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Side Effects: Comparing the Objectives

August 11th, 2023

On August 4th, we posted an overview of how chemotherapeutic side effects differ from those experienced during immunotherapy. Informative, but broad, we decided to dive a little deeper into what really drives those effects and when they can even be beneficial.

Read More

Why Is Immunocine in Cancun, Mexico?

December 20th, 2022

Alternative treatment centers are often met with a skeptical eye, and with justifiable reason.

Read More

What Is Immunotherapy?

November 19th, 2022

In the late 1800’s Dr. William Coley stumbled onto an interesting observation, that an active immune response in the area of a tumor could delay and even occasionally eliminate a cancerous threat1, 2.

Read More

Is this therapy available in the US?

May 25th, 2022

With the variety of treatment options in the states, you may wonder why you can’t get our treatment option in the US right now. Why isn’t it available at my local hospital? Someday it most likely will be broadly available, but unfortunately it is not today.

Read More

Preparing for Your Trip and Treatment

May 25th, 2022

It’s time to fight this cancer, fight it on your terms, and fight it hard. How should you prepare?

Read More

Nourishing Hope: The Vital Role of Nutrition During Cancer Treatment

August 30th, 2023

Cancer is a formidable opponent that affects millions of lives worldwide. While advancements in medical treatments, such as immunotherapy, have shown promise in combatting this disease, the importance of nutrition during cancer treatment cannot be overstated1. Many cancer patients often face calorie restriction, leading to a condition called cachexia, which weakens the body further2. Furthermore, …

Read More

Could Curcumin Really Help Cure Cancer?

August 25th, 2023

Cancer is a complex disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery are effective, they can also cause a lot of side effects and often fail to achieve the efficacy desired. As a result, many people turn to alternative treatments like Immunocine’s cutting-edge Immunotherapy protocol, but …

Read More

EGCG and Green Tea Protect Anti-Tumor Immunity

August 24th, 2023

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most abundant catechin in green tea, and one of the most studied polyphenols across the world1.  The focus on this piece will be about the potential role of EGCG in aiding a TH1-promoting immunotherapy (such as from Immunocine) against something as aggressive as cancer. To begin with a note of caution, …

Read More

Boosting Immunotherapy with Dietary Fiber

March 15th, 2023

Of the 1.9 million cancer patients in 2021, 600,000 received immunotherapy, a remarkable number given the FDA approved the first cancer immunotherapy in 2011. This growth in the utilization of immunotherapy has spurred research into novel immunotherapies such as Immunocine’s Treatment, but also in supportive approaches to enhance immunotherapy.

Read More

Diet Guide to Prepare for Immunotherapy

March 12th, 2023

As cancer patients prepare to come to Cancun to begin their personalized Immunotherapy journey, they often ask if there are things they can do to “improve the odds of success.” And while there are a few things, the focus here will be on diet and how it could improve the response of the Immunocine Therapy.

Read More

Triumph Over Stage 4 Melanoma: Brock’s Inspiring Journey

July 5th, 2023

Brock S. had his world turned upside down when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Melanoma in July 2022. With his cancer growing by 300% within five months since the initial diagnosis, he was given roughly three months to live.

Now six months after completing treatment and with remission in sight, Brock recently visited Immunocine to share his story.

Read More

Babette’s Cancer Journey: Remarkable Progress and a Future in Sight

May 16th, 2023

Babette’s journey with Immunocine is progressing steadily, and we’re excited to bring you another update on her path to recovery. Now nearly five months after completing her treatment, Babette continues to work with the Immunocine Team, who evaluate her medical reports and scans to closely to provide feedback.

Read More

Babette’s Treatment Update

January 2nd, 2023

Babette has finally completed treatment at Immunocine. Now back home, the Immunocine Team will stay in contact with her to evaluate any future medical reports and scans. These follow ups are critical to ensure her physicians know what to expect going forward and Babette’s Immune System continues to attack her cancer.

Read More

Babette’s Treatment Experience with Immunocine

December 2nd, 2022

Many of our patients are pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoy their time in Cancun.

Read More

Stage 4 Prostate Cancer Patient Update after 5 Years

August 24th, 2022

In 2014, Chris had Stage 4 Metastatic Prostate Cancer that had spread throughout his body. His physicians gave Chris less than 3 years to live. While he had seen initial results with Chemotherapy, his cancer progressed to over 30 tumors located throughout his body.

Read More

Immunocine Dendritic Cell Therapy for Colorectal Cancers

February 10th, 2023

Colorectal cancers have been on the rise and now afflict more than 2 million humans per year, more than 150,000 Americans per year1, and is simultaneously becoming one of the deadliest cancer categories across genders2, 3.

Read More