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March 23, 2021

Surgery as a Treatment for Gastric (Stomach) Cancer: Learn the Facts

There are many types of cancer that are considered fairly rare, and gastric cancer is one of them. If you or a loved one is diagnosed with this disease, surgery is likely to be one of the treatment options and it’s important to know what’s involved. Here ar...

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Common Questions About Cancer Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are crucial for the advancement of medical treatments for many diseases, including cancer. Many cancer treatments used today are the result of clinical trials, and those currently taking place may help us develop better ways to treat cancer ...

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Common Questions About Cancer Clinical Trials

May 21, 2020

Safe, Effective Cancer Care During COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has drastically affected cancer care. Unlike other parts of life that can wait for things to return to normal, cancer doesn’t stop. Even during these difficult times, it is important for individuals with a cancer diagnosis to hav...

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Safe, Effective Cancer Care During COVID-19

January 7, 2020

Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer: Things to Know

Updated: February 24, 2020 If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, your doctor might recommend a type of surgery called a Whipple procedure. Also called a pancreatoduodenectomy, this is a highly complex operation that requires a ...

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Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer: Things to Know

November 1, 2019

Should You Get a Second Opinion for Kidney Cancer?

It’s always worth seeking a second opinion when you or a loved one is faced with a cancer diagnosis. That’s especially true when it comes to kidney cancer because treatment options depend on many factors, including the expertise of the doctors treating the ...

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October 11, 2019

Four Things to Know About Palliative Care and Hospice

Coping with a serious or life-threatening illness, such as cancer, is never easy. But it helps when you or someone you love receives both physical and emotional support that may dramatically improve quality of life—even at the end of life. This support can ...

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