Category: Cancer

Jerome Stracke, along with his wife Janet.

March 4, 2026

Staying Positive with a Diagnosis of Multiple Myeloma

Jerome Stracke credits his care team and healthy habits for his success.

Cancer

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ovarian cancer symptoms

February 23, 2026

What Every Woman Needs to Know About Ovarian Cancer

This reproductive cancer is difficult to catch early.

Ovarian Cancer

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An adult patient seated while a nurse draws blood.

February 20, 2026

What to Know After a Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Diagnosis

You may have this blood cancer and not require treatment.

Cancer, Hematology, Oncology

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woman sits with provider, discussing test results

January 27, 2026

Endometrial Cancer on the Rise: 6 Things You Need to Know

Any abnormal uterine bleeding needs an evaluation.

Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, OB-GYN, Women's Health

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UNC patient John Mote with his wife, Ellen

January 23, 2026

Keeping Watch for Lung Cancer Pays Off

John Mote’s doctors jumped into action when longtime surveillance revealed cancer.

Cancer, Lung Cancer, Patient Stories

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Older man and younger man prepare vegetables together in a sleek home kitchen

December 3, 2025

3 Things to Know About Prostate Cancer

Learn who should be screened for prostate cancer and when.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer, Prostate Health

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Steve Oglesbee and his wife smiling.

November 26, 2025

From Stage 4 Melanoma to Five Years Cancer-Free

Longtime cancer center employee relied on his doctors, nurses and wife.

Melanoma, Patient Stories

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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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