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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
For many cancer patients, immunotherapy offers a powerful tool to help their bodies fight cancer more efficiently. […]
This Father’s Day, give the gift of good health — a gift to both you and your family! […]
While barriers to care exist across the spectrum for the LGBTQ population, they are particularly acute when it comes to dealing with cancer issues. […]
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. […]
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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