Are you a male who has never been diagnosed with prostate cancer and: Between the ages of 50 and 80 years old, Between the ages of 40 and 50 years old with a first-degree relative under the age of 70 diagnosed with prostate cancer, or African American and at least 40 years old? Answering yes […]
Check out our latest radio spot, running on KRLT 93.9 FM and KOWL 1490 AM, that discusses the stats of veterans and prostate cancer, treating prostate cancer with CyberKnife technology, and promotes the free “Veterans & Prostate Cancer: What You to Know” educational community event.
If your New Year’s resolution to get fit and healthy is already losing steam, February, which is National Cancer Prevention Month, is a great time to give yourself a second chance. Renew your efforts to make healthier choices by learning what you can do to help reduce your cancer risk. The Centers for Disease Control […]
Once treatment is completed, many cancer survivors find they have still have issues and concerns that they did not expect. The one people fear the most is the news that the cancer has come back. Patients coping with a second cancer diagnosis may hear unfamiliar medical terms related to their disease and its treatment. We’ve […]
A recent study evaluating whether shared decision-making is associated with patient ratings for quality of care and physician communication shows the importance of patient input and participation in the treatment decision process. Researchers collected data on more than 5,300 patients with lung cancer or colon cancer and asked patients to report their role in nearly 11,000 […]
Whether it’s you or a loved one facing a cancer diagnosis, making a treatment decision can be an overwhelming experience. While eradicating or controlling the disease is commonly a top consideration when choosing a treatment method, other factors such as maintaining quality of life during and after treatment may also be a concern for some […]
While a key consideration many patients have when assessing their treatment options is how effective the treatment has proven to be, patients also consider how a treatment will affect their lifestyle. For patients considering stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) or stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) with CyberKnife®, the treatment has minimal impact on a patient’s daily routine […]
A cancer diagnosis affects not only the person battling the disease, but also their friends and family. Providing support for a loved one or taking on the role of a caregiver for someone diagnosed with cancer can be an emotional and challenging time. While it’s important to educate yourself on how to care for someone […]
The top consideration and question many patients have when assessing their treatment options is ‘how effective is the treatment?’. Patients should research the treatment options presented to them to understand what clinical studies say about the treatment and how the treatment can best fit into their current lifestyle. For patients considering stereotactic radiosurgery or stereotactic […]
