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April 9, 2020
FAQ: What should I do about delays in my cancer treatment?Dr. Sean Cavanaugh, Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at CTCA, answers questions about how cancer treatments may be impacted by COVID-19.
April 8, 2020
For cancer patients, COVID-19 may put their stress into overdriveCancer patients not only face the stresses of life like everyone else, they also deal with specific concerns associated with their diagnosis.
April 7, 2020
COVID-19 and caregiving: Steps to take to protect cancer patients and yourselfYour job as a caregiver may be more important than ever—and more difficult during the COVID-19 outbreak.
April 6, 2020
What’s the difference? Cancer screening and diagnosticsDuring the COVID-19 outbreak, doctors and patients may be faced with the difficult decision of whether to reschedule cancer screening or diagnostic procedures.
April 3, 2020
During COVID-19, technology lets us reach out and visit those in isolationFamily and friends may not be able to visit loved ones during the COVID-19 outbreak, but keeping in face-to-face contact is easier than ever before.
April 2, 2020
COVID-19, the flu, a cold or allergies: What’s the difference in symptoms?COVID-19, influenza, colds and allergies all affect the respiratory system, but in different ways.
April 1, 2020
Telehealth visits during COVID-19: Five things you need to knowCancer patients with upcoming scheduled appointments may be able to use telehealth services to avoid a trip to a hospital or doctor’s office and help prevent exposure to COVID-19.
March 31, 2020
Wearing a homemade mask: Does it protect you or others?CTCA Chief Medical Officer Julian Schink, MD, explains why wearing a homemade mask to lower your risk of COVID-19 infection may have some benefits.
March 30, 2020
Volunteers stepping up during equipment shortage with hand-sewn masks for hospital workersRecognizing the shortage of protective gear vital to keeping hospital workers safe, Americans have stepped up with offers to make and donate masks.
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