The Stanford Cancer Institute in California will be the first hospital in the United States to utilize a new technology intended to reduce the number of radiation treatments for cancer patients. Stanford recently purchased the X1, which is the radiation delivery machine created by Hayward-based RefleXion Medical. RefleXion Medical is a respected, 11-year-old medical research … Continued
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. However, some studies suggest that 30-50% of all cancers could be prevented by making some simple lifestyle changes, such as following a healthy diet. There has been some evidence supporting these studies. In addition to possibly preventing cancer, nutrition can also play a … Continued
It’s evident that a cancer diagnosis is likely to change your perception of life, regardless of your age, stage of life, or individual circumstances. Living with cancer can be an overwhelming experience, physically, emotionally, and mentally. A cancer diagnosis will often have adverse, challenging, and painful effects on the body. The same applies to cancer … Continued
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in America, and numbers among young people are rising rapidly. Recently, colon cancer has been trending due to Chadwick Boseman, the Black Panther star, recently succumbing to the disease. He was only 43 years old. Here’s what you need to know about colon cancer. Colon … Continued
It’s important to talk to your doctors about your cancer care treatment and how it may affect your fertility before going forward with any procedures. Don’t assume your doctors will ask you about fertility and pregnancy concerns; it’s better to be upfront and voice your concerns right away. Getting enough resources, information, and support will … Continued
A cancer diagnosis comes with many feelings and emotions. Some of the most common feelings are sadness, anger, confusion, helplessness, hopelessness, and depression. The person with the cancer diagnosis needs support from friends and family, as well as a comforting presence. It’s not easy knowing exactly what to say to someone who has been diagnosed … Continued
Should all men get screened for prostate cancer? The answer is, it’s up to you. Talk to your doctor to see if screening is right for you. Typically men aged 55 to 69 benefit the most from prostate cancer screening. While this may be a sensitive topic to talk about, remember you have your family … Continued
As a Las Vegas cancer center, we see threats to women’s health every single day. Advances in the medical industry have done a lot to combat common women’s health problems. In order to take advantage of these treatments, first, you must be informed. The list of women’s health issues is long, but these are some … Continued
So you need a hysterectomy. What does this mean for your future, your health, and menopause? A hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in the United States (the first being a Cesarean section for childbirth). There are about 500,000 hysterectomies performed on women each year, and we should know how a hysterectomy … Continued
So you need a hysterectomy. What does this mean for your future, your health, and menopause? A hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in the United States (the first being a Cesarean section for childbirth). There are about 500,000 hysterectomies performed on women each year, and we should know how a hysterectomy … Continued
From puberty, childbirth, and menopause, women’s bodies go through a lot of change during the course of their lives. It’s hard to know what’s normal and what’s a sign of serious health problems. Menopause symptoms that seem abnormal could be ordinary while others could be the body’s manifestation of something more. Understanding menopause symptoms could … Continued
Cervical cancer happens in the cells of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus. Strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) may play a big part in causing cervical cancer. When you are exposed to HPV, your immune system will typically prevent the virus from doing any harm. A very small percentage of people … Continued
