Cancer

LiveSmart: Pancreatic Cancer – Know the Signs for Early Detection

November 3, 2022

Currently, there is no early detection test available to diagnose pancreas cancer. But, a patient’s chance of survival can potentially increase tenfold if their cancer is diagnosed in time for surgery – making early detection paramount. [...]

SPHP Screens Two Dozen Firefighters During Free Cancer Screening

April 26, 2022

St. Peter's Health Partners (SPHP) screened more than two dozen firefighters for cancer during a free health check held at the Cohoes Fire Department. [...]

LiveSmart: Quit Smoking to Reduce Your Risk for Lung Cancer

November 4, 2021

If you smoke, the most important step you can take to avoid or reduce your risk for lung cancer is to stop. This year the Great American SmokeOut (GASO) is on November 18 and is a great time to consider quitting your tobacco habit. [...]

WAMC: Medical Monday with Dr. Duncan Savage

October 28, 2021

Duncan Savage, M.D., chief of radiation oncology at St. Peter's Hospital, appeared on WAMC's Medical Monday where he discussed targeted cancer treatments, HPV-related cancers in both men and women, and how radiation works to kill cancer cells. [...]

LiveSmart: The Relationship Between Obesity and Cancer

September 9, 2021

Obesity has long been known to increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke, but you may be unaware of the association between obesity and cancer. [...]

LiveSmart: June Recognizes Cancer Treatment Strides Thanks to Immunotherapy

June 23, 2021

For many cancer patients, immunotherapy offers a powerful tool to help their bodies fight cancer more efficiently. [...]

LiveSmart: Celebrate Men’s Health Week and Father’s Day with the Gift of Good Health

June 17, 2021

This Father's Day, give the gift of good health -- a gift to both you and your family! [...]

LiveSmart: Cancer Care in the LGBTQ Community – Know the Unique Risks, Barriers

June 3, 2021

While barriers to care exist across the spectrum for the LGBTQ population, they are particularly acute when it comes to dealing with cancer issues. [...]

WNYT: Health Beat – Esophageal Cancer

April 22, 2021

Ajaz Khan, M.D., medical director of medical oncology at St. Peter's Health Partners, discussed esophageal cancer during an interview on WNYT's Health Beat with Benita Zahn. [...]

WTEN: Timing is Key for Cancer Patients Scheduling COVID-19 Vaccine

February 16, 2021

Eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine expanded to those with cancer in New York state on February 14. Ajaz Khan, M.D., medical director of medical oncology for SPHP, spoke to WTEN/News10 about why timing is so important when it comes to vaccinating cancer patients. [...]

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