Category: Cancer

UNC Health patient Robert Kim with his family

November 12, 2025

Maximizing Life with Metastatic Cancer

Robert Kim’s neuroendocrine cancer treatment gives him more time with his loved ones.

Cancer, Patient Stories, Rare Cancers

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mom wearing headscarf takes selfie with her two kids

November 5, 2025

5 Tips for Parents Who Have Cancer

Staying open and honest with your children is important.

Cancer, Caregivers, Families, Kids and Mental Health

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Mark Braswell

October 20, 2025

Targeted Treatment for Cancer is Providing “Wonderful Tomorrows”

Personalized cancer care—and lots of positivity—are helping Mark Braswell.

Cancer, Lung Cancer

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Medical professional reviewing a mammogram.

October 10, 2025

5 Things to Know About Dense Breasts 

3D mammography is recommended for women whose breasts contain more dense than fatty tissue.

Breast Cancer

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A patient wearing a headscarf sits in a treatment chair receiving chemotherapy while reading a magazine.

September 26, 2025

What to Pack for Your Chemotherapy Appointments

These items can make your experience more comfortable.

Cancer, Patient Care

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older African-American man looking at camera

May 20, 2025

What Are My Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer?

With help from your doctor, you can decide how to respond to your diagnosis.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer, Prostate Health

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Doctor and patient having a conversation in a medical office.

April 7, 2025

Preserving Fertility Before Cancer Treatment

Having cancer as a young person doesn’t mean you can’t build a family one day.

Cancer, Fertility

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March 18, 2025

6 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Cancer Treatment Center

It’s important to find a doctor and team you can trust.

Cancer

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February 4, 2025

The Role of Clinical Trials in Cancer Treatment

Your participation might improve treatment for you and future generations.

Cancer, Treatment

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UNC Health lung cancer patient Emily in her front yard, holding two pink heart-shaped balloons

November 15, 2024

She Was 39, Never Smoked and Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Anyone who has lungs can get this devastating disease.

Lung Cancer, Patient Stories

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young 20-something woman shops in the produce aisle of the grocery store

October 23, 2024

What Young People Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer

Rates are on the rise for people younger than 55.

Colorectal Cancer

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Older man and his wife sit on a couch, speaking to a provider in blue scrubs

September 25, 2024

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Managing Side Effects

Your doctor will talk to you about your preferences and priorities.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer

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