Health Information

Information is presented on various health conditions, treatments and procedures with the goal of empowering patients to take an active role in managing their health with informed decisions about their care. This provides patients with knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand conditions and treatment plans that affect them.

The effort ultimately leads to positive experiences with healthcare providers, to improved health outcomes and a better quality of life.

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. Most breast cancers are slow-growing, but there are types that are aggressive, which is why early detection is essential. Breast cancer is defined by the type of breast cells in which it begins, and is g...

Cancer Pain

The pain brought on by cancer is often a chronic state that persists for many months or years. The management of cancer pain typically involves numerous approaches designed to help cancer patients maximize their independence and capability.

Doctors are well-trained in the diagnosi...

Cancer Screening

More than one million people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer each year. While there is usually no way to prevent cancer, early detection is essential in successfully treating the disease. Regular cancer screenings can help spot any abnormalities or changes that may appear befo...

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy, in which medication is used to destroy rapidly dividing malignant cells, is a common treatment for patients with cancer. Although the goal of chemotherapy is to eliminate only malignant cells, healthy cells, such as those in the bone marrow, gastrointestinal tract and hair follicl...

Radiation Oncology

Radiation oncology is a medical field consisting of physicians, known as radiation oncologists, who have been specially trained to use radiation therapy to treat cancer. They work together with other members of the treatment team, which may include general practitioners, surgeons and medic...