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September 22, 2021
GI Genius arms doctors with new tool to help detect colorectal cancerDr. Toufic Kachaamy uses GI Genius, a new tool that leverages artificial intelligence to help doctors more clearly and quickly identify polyps, or lesions in the colon.
September 20, 2021
Lumpectomy vs. mastectomy: A plastic surgeon’s perspectiveTrying to decide between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy? Learn how each procedure may impact the look and feel of your breasts after reconstruction.
September 15, 2021
Palliative care: It’s probably not what you think it isPalliative care is an umbrella term for treatments designed to improve quality of life and relieve symptoms and side effects caused by a serious illness, including cancer.
September 8, 2021
Does Teflon cause cancer?PTFE is resilient, resistant to heat, and nothing sticks to it. You know it as Teflon. Over the years, concerns have been raised about how PTFE may affect human health.
September 1, 2021
What’s the difference? Chemotherapy drugsDifferent types of chemotherapy drugs are designed to use different attack strategies.
September 1, 2021
Gynecologic oncology offers women expert careA gynecologic oncologist is trained to diagnose and treat female reproductive cancers.
August 25, 2021
What cancer patients need to know about the COVID-19 Delta variantThe rise in new COVID-19 cases requires cancer patients and caregivers to continue to take extra steps to reduce their risk of exposure.
August 18, 2021
Traditional vs. 3D mammography: Which is better for you?The development of a 3D-like mammogram, called digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), has been a major advancement for cancer detection.
August 17, 2021
Navigating healthy choices in the grocery storeCancer patients may find grocery shopping intimidating once they return home from the hospital. Get tips on what foods to choose and what to avoid.
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