Category: Cancer

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September 5, 2018

Can You Really Poop in a Box to Prevent Colon Cancer?

Here’s what you need to know about the at-home colon cancer detection test Cologuard.

Colorectal Cancer

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September 3, 2018

American Cancer Society Updates Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines

If you’re 45 and thought you had a few more years before needing to schedule a colonoscopy, think again.

Colon Health, Colorectal Cancer

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August 1, 2018

Life After Cancer: The ‘New Normal’

Survivors may encounter new challenges once treatment is over.

Cancer

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May 23, 2018

How to Fight Cancer Without Going Broke

You shouldn't have to think about money, but financial concerns are a reality of treatment. Here are some tips that might help.

Cancer, Health Care Costs

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May 21, 2018

Surviving the Unthinkable Together

Single Fathers Due to Cancer support group provides friendship and resources at life’s toughest time.

Cancer, Caregivers, Families, Patient Stories

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March 27, 2018

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in People with Cancer

About 1 in 5 will get PTSD after a diagnosis.

Cancer, Psychiatry, PTSD

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March 21, 2018

What Is Mohs Surgery?

Mohs procedure done in doctor’s office and patients go home the same day.

Dermatology, Skin Cancer

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March 15, 2018

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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March 14, 2018

Should You Get Screened for Prostate Cancer?

The recommendations for prostate cancer screening have changed. Here’s what men need to know to protect themselves.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer, Prostate Health

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March 5, 2018

Early Signs of Ovarian Cancer, and How to Help Reduce Your Risk

You can’t screen for it, and signs and symptoms are often subtle

Ovarian Cancer

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January 22, 2018

New Wearable Device Uses Electric Fields to Treat Glioblastomas

Optune device can prolong GBM life expectancy for an average of three months

Brain Cancer, Brain Health, Cancer, Physicians

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January 17, 2018

How to Talk to Kids About Cancer

Advice for helping children of all ages understand a parent’s cancer diagnosis

Cancer, Children's Health, Relationships

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