Several months into the global pandemic, there remain many unknowns about COVID-19 and how it might affect those with cancer. But, experts do have solid advice for some of the worries weighing on the minds of patients and their families. Here are five co...
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Many women have been faced with the decision of whether to skip or postpone routine mammograms during the current pandemic to avoid potential exposure to the coronavirus. It is important to know that when it comes to breast cancer screenings, staying home m...
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Bladder Cancer: Why a Second Opinion Matters
It’s always a good idea to seek a second opinion for a cancer diagnosis before starting treatment, but in the case of bladder cancer, getting another expert’s take is especially recommended. “About 50% of patients seeking a second opinion for bladder can...
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Colorectal Cancer Risk: Understanding the Link
More than three million people in the U.S. live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a term for chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Unfortunately, having one of the two most common inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative...
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Rare Cancers: Why Getting a Second Opinion is a Good Idea
Seeking a second opinion is especially important for patients diagnosed with a rare type of cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, rare cancers are those that affect fewer than 40,000 people per year in the U.S. As a group, they make up slig...
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In the Spotlight: Israel Cañadas, PhD
by Alejandra Contreras, PhD, MSc In the middle of his freshly painted office, surrounded by boxes, new equipment, and stacks of paperwork sits Dr. Israel Cañadas, a new faculty member in the Blood Cell Development and Function (BCDF) Program at Fox Chase...
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