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Article - 3 Minute Read
Preparing for the End of Life With End-Stage Cancer
Nearing the end of life from cancer? Learn how to cope emotionally, make practical preparations, and find support for your loved ones. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Taking Liver Cancer Surgery to New Levels
UPMC Passavant launched a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery for liver resection procedures, thanks to advanced robotic-assisted technology. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Chemotherapy vs. Immunotherapy: What’s the Difference?
There are many treatment options available to cancer patients. Depending on your type of cancer, your oncologist might recommend chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 8 Minute Read
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Connecting the Community to Important Health Screenings
Dr. Robertson discusses efforts underway to connect uninsured and underinsured people with free cancer screenings. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Video
Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Love, Support Help Man Overcome Brain Tumor
Harry Lorusso battled an aggressive, deadly brain tumor, but he wasn't afraid. He knew he had love and support behind him. Learn more. Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Glioblastoma?
The most common type of brain tumor, glioblastoma, is also the most aggressive — and hardest to treat. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Quiz
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Cancer Health Disparities
Health disparities can impact a person's cancer diagnosis and treatment. Some Americans are more likely than others to have certain kinds of cancer, less likely to get cancer screenings, and more likely to die from the disease. These are all examples of cancer health disparities. Start Quiz
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Gallery
The Importance of Breast Cancer Screenings
Approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, according to research by the American Cancer Society (ACS). Learn More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health
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Gallery
Triple Negative Breast Cancer: Treatment and Risk Factors
Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive form of breast cancer. It's more likely to spread to other parts of the body and to return after treatment. According to Breastcancer.org, TNBC accounts for 10 to 20% of all breast cancers. Learn More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health