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Double mastectomy: A pre-emptive strike against breast cancer
At age 23, Lindsay Avner took charge of her genetic fate by electing to have her healthy breasts removed before cancer could strike first. Six years later, the North Side woman has zero regret, she said. "I feel so fortunate to have had this opportunity...
Tags: Symptoms, Northwestern University, Breast Cancer, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Diseases and Illnesses
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Philip Nivatpumin named medical director of Kaufman Cancer Center at Upper Chesapeake
Upper Chesapeake Health (UCH) is pleased to announce that it has named Dr. Philip Nivatpumin has been named by Upper Chesapeake Health as medical director of the UCH Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center. The Kaufman Cancer Center is currently...Tags: University of California, Los Angeles, Phil McGraw, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Education, University of Maryland, College Park
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Patient is out of network, out of luck
A worrisome abdominal pain drove Jalal Afshar to seek treatment last year at healthcare giant Kaiser Permanente. The Pasadena resident and Kaiser member had lived for years with a rare condition known as Castleman's disease, which affects the lymph...
Tags: Health and Safety at School, Symptoms, Science and Technology, Abdominal Pain, Health Treatments
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How to determine what medical screening is necessary
There has been a lot of news about medical tests lately. Physicians are coming out against unnecessary testing and screenings to save patients time, money and health risks. As a senior, how do you know which tests or screenings you should have done, and...
Tags: Osteoporosis, Cataracts, Breast Cancer, Health and Medical Professionals, Alzheimer's Association
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Programs planned in cancer series
South Bend TribuneSOUTH BEND — RiverBend Cancer Services “Living Well with Cancer” series continues: - “You’d be Wise to Exercise,” 10 a.m. Tuesday, RiverBend Wellness Center, 919 E. Jefferson Blvd. - “ChemoBrain (Don’t...Tags: Lymphedema, Medical Specialization
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Gov. Jerry Brown: Some information about early prostate cancer
Gov. Jerry Brown is undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer, according to a statement released by the governor’s office. In it, Brown’s UC San Francisco oncologist was quoted as saying that "fortunately, this is early stage...Tags: Regional Authority, Health Treatments, Prostate, City of Hope, Government
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Strategies for cutting the cost of prescription drugs
When Maggie Heim had a recurrence of ovarian cancer about a year after her initial treatment, her oncologist suggested that she take what he believed could be a lifesaving drug. There was just one problem: Her insurer wouldn't pay for it. The 59-year-...
Tags: Multiple Sclerosis, Trials, Career and Workplace, Herceptin (drug), Ovarian Cancer
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Blood drive for cancer patients
MISHAWAKA -- From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Michiana Hematology Oncology's Advanced Center for Cancer Care in Mishawaka will host a blood drive for the South Bend Medical Foundation in the parking lot at 5340 Holy Cross Parkway. South Bend Medical...Tags: Medical Specialization
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Frankfort: Walk, fun run to support cancer center
For clients of The Cancer Support Center, an upcoming Walk of Hope and 5K Fun Run is more a celebration of life than grief over the deadly disease. Leslie Susralski , a volunteer and walk committee member, said the Homewood center was a lifeline for her...Tags: Nutrition, Prostate Cancer, Cancer Treatment Centers of America
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READER SUBMITTED: Local Foundation Provides Major Support To Cancer Center
East HamptonIn 2009, the Peszynski family, owners and operators of Paul's and Sandy's Too on Route 66, created the Sandy Peszynski Breast Cancer Foundation, in honor of a wife and mother who experienced a long journey with breast cancer. The Foundation helps to...Tags: Breast Cancer, East Hampton (Middlesex, Connecticut), Healthcare Provider, Hospitals and Clinics
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READER SUBMITTED: Hospital's breast program named Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence
Greater New BritainThe Hospital of Central Connecticut's comprehensive breast program recently became the first such program in Connecticut to be recognized as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence in the National Quality Measures for Breast CentersTM (NQMBC)...Tags: Nursing, Radiation Therapy, Breast Cancer, Medical Procedures and Tests, Health Treatments
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Frances J. Frazier, 65, of Berlin
Frances J. Frazier, 65, of Berlin went to be with the Lord May 3, 2013 at Somerset In Touch Hospice House with family and friends by her side. Born Aug. 13, 1947 in Stonycreek Township, the daughter of Merle and Elnora (Deeter) Snyder. Preceded in death...Tags: Friedens, Frederick (Frederick, Maryland), Medical Specialization
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