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June 27, 2024
Navigating the end-of-life planning processEnd-of-life discussions, also known as advance care planning, are a key aspect of quality oncology care.
June 25, 2024
Blood donations are a critical part of cancer careAbout 25 percent of the blood donated in the United States is used in cancer care.
June 20, 2024
A medical interpreter helps break down patients’ language barriersIt is critical that patients who are not fluent in the English language use a certified medical interpreter to help them understand their cancer treatment options.
June 18, 2024
Colorectal cancer cases are now surging in teenagersA sharp rise in colorectal cancer in teens has researchers scrambling to stem the tide of new cases and determine the cause.
June 13, 2024
Do ultra-processed foods increase your cancer risk?When considering which foods to buy and serve to your family, it’s important to consider whether and/or how they were processed before they reached the grocery shelf.
June 11, 2024
Why breast cancer doesn’t have to mean an end to intimacyStudies have found that patients report having a better quality of life and feeling more attractive when they have a supportive partner they can trust with intimate details.
June 6, 2024
Stress and cancer: Is there a connection?Studies suggest that chemical changes in the body induced by stress may increase the risk of conditions like heart disease and diabetes and the growth and spread of cancer.
June 4, 2024
Why some cancer patients may need to stick to a low-gas dietEating a low-gas diet may help prevent unintended treatment side effects and keep discomfort at bay.
May 29, 2024
Breast cancer survivors face higher secondary cancer riskResearch on secondary cancer risk among breast cancer survivors found that they are more likely to develop another cancer compared with people with no history of the disease.
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