Articles for Tag: "cancer"
- October 12, 2016
Tags: stories of the girls, Barrington, Mom, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, family, diagnosis, mammogram, breast cancer, cancer
Abby Gage had breast cancer and wants to help other women who are going through the scary, whirlwind experience.
- October 4, 2016
Tags: cancer, carol scaffold, hospitalist, preventive care, Hazel Crest, OB/GYN, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, primary care, women’s health
Cancer is the second leading cause of death for American women. Knowing the signs, especially the uncommon ones, is crucial to early detection.
- October 3, 2016
Tags: Dr. Anna Katz, Angelina Jolie, double mastectomy, BRCA1, Advocate Condell Medical Center, breast cancer, cancer
Angelina Jolie had a double mastectomy because she tested positive for a gene. If you test positive, should you have one?
- October 3, 2016
Tags: Kathy Hill, the advocate nurse, American Cancer Society, Advocate Condell Medical Center, breast cancer, cancer, conversation, emotional support
Your friend has been diagnosed with cancer. What are the best things to say and do? An expert offers advice.
- October 3, 2016
Tags: Creticos Cancer Center, the advocate nurse, Chicago, oncology, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, cancer
An inspiring day in the life of an oncology nurse.
- September 29, 2016
Tags: density, cancer screening, Dr. Vanessa Wear, breast, Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, mammogram, cancer
Did you know over 40 percent of women have dense breasts? Women with dense breasts also have an increased risk for breast cancer.
- September 26, 2016
Tags: Dr. Hallmeyer, Park Ridge, memory, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, oncology, cancer, exercise, breast cancer
New research shows staying active can help alleviate certain cognitive issues.