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June 8, 2020
Q&A: Answers to common questions about head and neck cancerHead and neck cancers are a complex group of malignancies that include those of the mouth, larynx, pharynx, salivary glands and nasal cavities.
June 5, 2020
Video: The promise of precision medicineWhen Christine Bray’s metastatic ovarian cancer didn’t respond to conventional treatments, her doctors tried something different.
June 4, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: What medical conditions increase my COVID-19 risk? Can the virus affect my sense of smell?Dr. Maurie Markman, President of Medicine & Science at CTCA, answers your questions in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
June 3, 2020
Answers to 6 questions about stem cell transplants during the COVID-19 pandemicMost cancer patients have compromised immunities, but stem cell transplant patients face additional challenges.
June 2, 2020
Taking care of your skin and nails during cancer treatmentChanges to the skin and nails are common in patients during cancer treatment.
June 1, 2020
12 tips for coping with cancer-related mouth sores and drynessOral problems are common in people with cancer, particularly in patients with head and neck cancers.
May 29, 2020
Consider the source when searching the web for information on health issuesIt’s getting increasingly difficult to recognize credible health information online, especially in the era of COVID-19.
May 28, 2020
Ask Dr. Markman: What is herd immunity? Do masks really help prevent the spread of COVID-19?Dr. Maurie Markman, President of Medicine & Science at CTCA, answers your questions in his weekly Twitter Q&A.
May 27, 2020
How to manage your blood pressure during cancer treatmentIt is common for cancer patients to have high blood pressure because some cancer treatments, including certain types of chemotherapy, hormone therapy and targeted therapy, may have side effects on the cardiovascular system.
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