LiveSmart: Prone Breast Radiation Therapy May Be Best for Some Patients
Some patients may be better served receiving radiation treatments in the prone position (lying face down) when they receive radiation to their breast tissue.
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Cancer
Nurse Navigators Helping Cancer Patients Through Devastating Diagnosis
Nurse navigators are specially trained oncology-certified nurses who serve as advocates for an individual diagnosed with cancer. They help coordinate a patient's medical tests, physician appointments, insurance paperwork, and more. [...]
LiveSmart: November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 43,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with pancreas cancer this year. [...]
NewsChannel 13: Nurse Helps Patient Navigate Through Tough Times
Barbara McHale, nurse navigator for St. Mary's Cancer Treatment Center, helps support cancer patients to navigate the confusing health care system. [...]
St. Peter’s Medical Oncology/Hematology Welcomes Dr. Ronnie Luyun
Dr. Ronnie F. Luyun has joined St. Peter’s Medical Oncology/Hematology. Board-certified, he will practice medical oncology and hematology at St. Peter’s Hospital Cancer Care Center. [...]
Gastroenterologists at St. Peter’s Hospital Collaborate with Chinese Peers to Teach, Learn New Techniques
An international collaboration between physicians at St. Peter’s Hospital and a leading Chinese research hospital will result in better, more sophisticated care for patients at both facilities. [...]
CBS 6 News: World Health Organization Classifies Processed Meats as Cancer Causing; What Does That Mean for Consumers?
The WHO issued a report that classifies processed meats in the same class as cancer-causing carcinogens. Will consumers who love their bacon, sausage and hot dogs have to give them up entirely? [...]
NewsChannel 13: Integrative Therapies for Cancer Patients
Sabrina Mosseau from St. Peter's Health Partners spoke with NewsChannel 13 about an upcoming event, Visions of Strength, to raise funds for integrative therapies for cancer patients. [...]
NewsChannel 13: St. Mary’s New Cancer Treatment Center Designed by Cancer Patients
The new St. Mary's Cancer Treatment Center is designed by cancer patients, for cancer patients, with many unique features. [...]
Business Review: St. Mary’s New Cancer Treatment Center Opens
There are many projects ongoing at St. Peter's Health Partners' Troy hospitals, including the opening of the new St. Mary's Cancer Treatment Center.
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