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Radiation Therapy: Getting a Second Opinion

Radiation is a highly effective therapy that is used to treat many types of cancer, but it’s also a very complex treatment. That’s why if you are diagnosed with cancer and radiation therapy is recommended, you should consider getting a second opinion before...

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CyberKnife 101: What Cancer Patients Should Know

There are several different ways to administer radiation therapy, which is a type of treatment that is used to kill cancer cells. One powerful method is known as the CyberKnife. The CyberKnife system is one way to deliver stereotactic body radiotherapy (...

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CyberKnife 101: What Cancer Patients Should Know

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February 19, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects: What You Should Know

For over a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a serious impact on everyone across the world. This is especially true for cancer patients, their families, and their caregivers. But now, with the development and Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of multiple ...

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February 16, 2021

Fatty Liver Disease: What Everyone Should Know

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Nurse Navigators Help Ease the Way for Bone Marrow Transplant Patients

Nurse navigators play a key role in caring for all patients with cancer—and they’re especially important for patients undergoing a bone marrow transplant (BMT). These specially trained coordinators serve as a vital support system to make treatment—and li...

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February 2, 2021

What Everyone Should Know About Clinical Trials

There’s a big spotlight on the clinical trial process these days due to the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. But clinical trials aren’t just for vaccines. If you or a loved one are undergoing cancer treatment, it’s worth learning about cancer clinical trial...

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