Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men. While the disease is prevalent across the country, the screening guidelines are not. Prostate cancer screenings have always been somewhat controversial because the tests often alert physicians to the presence of cancer, but there is no precise way to determine, definitively, whether the cancer […]
Radiation therapy can be classified according to the types of radiation particles or waves that are used to deliver the treatment. The three major types of radiation therapy are photons, electrons, or protons. While all three types have similar effects on tumor tissue and damage cancer cells, photons and electrons are the most readily available, […]
On average, women live longer than men and researchers estimate that the gap in longevity will continue. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women’s life expectancy is projected to reach 87.3 years by 2060, compared with 83.9 years for men. There are a few factors while the mortality rate for men is higher, but overall, […]
Knowing your cancer risk and being proactive about your health may help you take steps to lower your risk for getting breast or ovarian cancer, or find it at an early stage.
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Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types. More than 5.4 million skin cancers are diagnosed each year in the United States. That’s why the American Cancer Society and the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention have designated the Friday before Memorial Day as Don’t Fry Day.Although skin cancer risk factors are present […]
The CyberKnife® System has provided thousands of cancer patients with highly personalized treatment for cancers and conditions within the brain. This engaging infographic shares 25 interesting facts about brain tumors — from the history of treating different types of functional diseases and lesions, to how the CyberKnife System continues to provide a uniquely effective, non-surgical […]
Cancer Screen Week According to the American Cancer Society, almost 608,570 people are expected to die from cancer in 2021. Regular screening can help find certain cancers early when they are most likely to be treated successfully. This Cancer Screen Week (Dec 6-10), helps us raise awareness and learn more of the potentially lifesaving benefits […]
May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Driven by advancement in research, surgical techniques, genetic discoveries, and much more, it has never been a better time to take action on brain tumors. The National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS), an organization whose mission is to unrelentingly invest in, mobilize, and unite our community to discover a […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many cancer patients are having to make the difficult decision to continue with their current cancer regimen or delay treatments. Cancer patients and physicians must carefully weigh the potential benefit of routine cancer care versus the risk of COVID-19. To help ease these decisions, several peer-reviewed, non-profit cancer care organizations […]
