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What Is Preventive Chemotherapy? How Adjuvant Cancer Care Factors Into Your Treatment

March 27, 2024

Preventive chemotherapy is a type of adjuvant therapy for cancer. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: Discovery
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The Difference Between UVA, UVB, and UVC Rays

April 24, 2022

Learn about ultraviolet radiation, part of the sun's light spectrum that reaches the earth. Learn the difference between UVA, UVB, & UVC.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Safety

Tagged with: abnormal moles, Melanoma, premature aging, skin cancer, SPF, sun damage, sun spots, sunscreen, ultraviolet radiation, UV rays, UVA, UVB, UVC
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Getting a Second Opinion on Colorectal Cancer

November 30, 2023

If you receive a colorectal cancer diagnosis, consider getting a second opinion. It can verify that your diagnosis and treatment plan are correct.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: Discovery
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Skin Cancer in People of Color: Risks and Warning Signs

July 17, 2023

Although people with lighter skin colors can find themselves at greater risk, skin cancer in people of color is still a concern.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: Discovery
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What Is ‘Medication Fog’?

May 10, 2023

Sometimes a medication you're taking can cause you to experience brain fog. You might feel like you can't think straight. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, PCP
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What to Know About the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine

August 1, 2022

The FDA has authorized a more traditional protein-based COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax. Americans 18 and older are eligible for it.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination

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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Sun Safety and the Early Signs of Skin Cancer

May 23, 2022

Laura Ferris, MD, PhD discusses ways to stay safe in the summer sun and some of the early signs of skin cancer.Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

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How Much SPF Do You Need to Protect Your Skin?

March 29, 2022

The right sunscreen should protect our skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays, prevent cancer, and keep our skin looking young and healthy.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

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Protecting Your Skin to Prevent Sun Damage and Skin Cancer

November 11, 2021

Sunburns cause irreversible damage to the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Learn how to protect your skin and what to watch for as signs of skin cancer.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

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