By Christopher Evans There’s a moment many patients look forward to during treatment—the ringing of the bell. It signals the end of chemotherapy or radiation, and the beginning of something new. Friends cheer, nurses smile, […]
By Carrie Umstead Colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer, but when detected early, it […]
Twelve percent of women today will develop invasive breast cancer, and more than 40,000 will die from it this year alone, reports BreastCancer.org. That’s why a refresher course on early detection and staying up-to-date on the latest studies is essential and the reason for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. […]
Courtesy Stewart’s Caring Place Medical treatment for a cancer patient is only the beginning of a sometimes long journey. Dynamics of the cancer experience may include psychological, social, spiritual or physical factors. As the patient, […]
When considering radiation therapy for prostate cancer, our technology has never been better. […]
By Dr. David Oubre Is there a prostate-specific antigen? Well, prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in senior men. There are a lot of controversies in this disease, partly because there are […]
Ovarian cancer is often considered a silent cancer until advanced stages. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 21,550 new cases of ovarian cancer were diagnosed last year and 14,600 women died of the disease. […]
Common Cancers in Women: How to Reduce Your Risk You can reduce your risk of getting cancer by adopting a healthy lifestyle, paying attention to how your body feels and looks, and having regular […]
What is Cancer? Cells are the basic building blocks of life. All living tissues are made of cells and there are hundreds of different types of cells in the body. Each type has a specific […]
Courtesy National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Jackie Urbanczyk is 64 years old. In November of 2013, Jackie was seeing a new internist for her annual physical exam. Her new doctor performed a pelvic exam during the […]
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