Category: Cancer

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?

Radiation, surgery or active surveillance—which one is right for you?

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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Blurred image of a medical provider placing an assuring hand on a patient's shoulder

September 18, 2024

New Treatments Offer Promise to People with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Patients who are 70 and older have more options than before.

Cancer, Hematology, Rare Cancers

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woman with long white hair looks out of window

September 16, 2024

Six Surprising Facts About Breast Cancer

Understand this common cancer’s symptoms and risk factors.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health

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