Summer is Here! How Sun Savvy Are You? The Skin Cancer Quiz Is Here!
Thursday June 30, 2005
Summer is officially here and that means more outdoor fun! Being sun smart is a part of summer safety! Remeber to always wear sunscreen when outdoors and don't forget to ... Read More
Getting Support When You Need It
Thursday June 30, 2005
From experience as a caregiver and patient, I have learned that support groups are essential! Through support groups online, I was able to get in touch with other women who ... Read More
Why Do People Lose Their Hair During Chemotherapy?
Wednesday June 29, 2005
This is the most popular question that people ask me about chemotherapy! One veiwer wrote last week: " If I have testicular cancer and am going through chemo, why I ... Read More
Top Hospitals for Cancer Treatment
Tuesday June 28, 2005
Each year, U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the top hopitals in America. In their research, they also rate top hospitals for cancer treatment. The hospitals are ... Read More
Working During Cancer Treatment
Monday June 27, 2005
Rumors are milling about the possible resignation of Supreme Court Justice, William Rehnquist. Rehnquist has thyroid cancer, and it is believed to be invasive.
While many Americans are able to work ... Read More
Cancer Affecting Women: Gynecologic Cancers
Tuesday June 21, 2005
Just being a woman put you at raisk for many cancers. Cancers that affect only women are called gynecologic cancer. Gynecologic cancers include: cervical, vaginal, vulvar, ovarian and endometrial cancer. ... Read More
Lung Cancer Is The Most Common Cancer Among Men and Women
Monday June 20, 2005
It is common knowledge that lung cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the country. But, did you know that it carries the highest mortality rate? More people die ... Read More
Cancer: Myth vs Fact
Thursday June 16, 2005
There are an outstanding number of cancer myths being circulated in our country today. What is even more troubling is that up to 40% of people believe some of these ... Read More
What Causes Cancer?
Thursday June 16, 2005
A message from the Cancer Forum: Is cancer some mystical agent of surprise that anyone can get, can it be prevented? Why is Cancer so high on our list of ... Read More
Who Gets Testicular Cancer?
Wednesday June 15, 2005
Did you know that testicular cancer can occur in men as young as age 15? The good news is that when detected early, it is highly treatable and curable!
The Testicular ... Read More
Recognizing Suspicious Moles and Spots
Friday June 10, 2005
Examining your skin on a regular basis can help detect skin cancer early. The earlier it is detected, the better of the chance of it being cured! When examining your ... Read More