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May 29, 2019
Lighting up cancer cells to improve surgical accuracyTo help improve surgical accuracy, researchers are testing dyes that make cancer cells light up so surgeons can find them more easily, while also allowing them to spare healthy tissue.
May 22, 2019
Keeping belly bacteria balanced is key, but a challenge for cancer patientsLearn about the important role gut bacteria play in our overall health and in certain diseases, including cancer.
May 15, 2019
Colorectal cancer risk factors that may already be affecting youThe first step in prevention and early detection is understanding that colorectal cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the colon or rectum divide uncontrollably, ultimately forming a malignant tumor.
May 8, 2019
Physical therapy a critical component while recovering from breast cancer surgeryMany patients who undergo surgery often see a physical therapist as part of their recovery plan, especially if the procedure involved arms, legs or parts of the body that move or regulate movement.
May 1, 2019
Tips for managing the emotional and intellectual side effects of cancerThe side effects of cancer aren’t just physical, but often impact how patients feel and, sometimes, think. Here are some tips for how to manage grief, depression, difficulty concentrating and other cancer-related challenges.
April 24, 2019
Are certain cancers becoming more common?Some types of cancer are increasing in prevalence, and experts are working to understand what is causing the uptick and how to treat patients.
April 15, 2019
What to know when choosing sunscreenMore than 3 million Americans develop skin cancer every year, making it the most common cancer in the United States. If you want to avoid adding to that statistic, it helps to know the truth behind sun protection. Here are the facts about five common myths to help you choose how to reduce your risk.
April 10, 2019
New techniques aiding in the fight against lung cancerThanks in large part to improvements in diagnostics and treatments, thousands of people are surviving lung cancer. The key is to catch it early, when the survival rate is much higher. Still, most cases are not diagnosed until advanced stages, which makes awareness initiatives around early detection efforts all the more important.
April 3, 2019
Cancer patients not immune from opioid addictionWhile media coverage surrounding opioid misuse in the cancer patient population is sparse, research does indicate that cancer patients are not immune to addiction. It is also clear that opioid prescribing rates among cancer patients are substantially higher than those of other patients.
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