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Pancreatic cancer can be a frightening diagnosis because survival rates are much lower compared to other cancers. There are no specific signs for pancreatic cancer…
Article written by Terra Register, MSN Patient Educator at the Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Cancer Education Center As we approach the holiday season, it may…
The liver is one of the largest organs in the body, located in the upper right side of the abdomen behind the lower ribs. The…
You may have seen headlines: higher intake of cows’ milk is associated with increased risk of breast cancer. As a dietitian I am often asked…
September brings attention to Gynecologic Cancers specifically five main types of cancers of women’s reproductive organs: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancer. According to…
September raises awareness of prostate cancer which is the second most common diagnosed cancer after skin cancer, in people with a prostate. The prostate is…
Blog article written by : Breanna Mitchell, M.S. is a genetic counselor in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. She also is available to consult with patients at any location through…
A cancer diagnosis can bring about many questions, but it is important to know patient navigators at Mayo Clinic are active members of your healthcare…
Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week is led by the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance and supported by the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Head…
World Cancer Day (WCD) is recognized every February 4th. This year’s campaign is Close the Care Gap, which is meant to understand and recognize the inequities in…
Article contributed by Mayo Clinic staff Gina Lange, R.N. Care ▪ giv ▪ er noun 1. One who gives the tremendous gift of love and…
Article contributed by Mayo Clinic staff, Madelynn Strong, Registered Dietitian This Sunday, January 16th begins the observation of Healthy Weight Week. Maintaining a healthy body…
Article contributed by Mayo Clinic Florida oncology social workers Autumn Jones, Michelle Walsh and Abbie Demirbulakli For people diagnosed with cancer, an oncology social worker…
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosis when skin cancers are excluded. The rate of colon cancer in people age 55 and older…
If you are looking for a healthy breakfast, an "on the go" way to bring a snack or a meal along to appointments, or a…
Article contributed by guest author, Barb Schroeder, Creative Renewal presenter. Dr. Robert Emmons, psychology professor at UC Davis, is considered a scientific expert on gratitude,…
Article contributed by Mayo Clinic staff, Jackie See, Registered Dietician. After a diagnosis of cancer, many people wonder what they can do to prevent recurrence…
Article contributed by Adam Shultz, MS, Clinical Exercise Physiologist Cardiac Rehabilitation and Cardio-Oncology Exercise Program Mayo Clinic, Department of Cardiology Common Threads Cancer and…
Article contributed by Mayo Clinic Wellness Assessment Specialist, Sara Mansfield Staying active is important for those living with and beyond cancer. However, getting the…
There are many tools for good health. Some are well-documented and include physical activity, sleep, connection to others and healthy nutrition. We also often receive…
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