Cancer Care

The word “cancer” can stir fear, anxiety, and shock. Our cancer-related articles, videos, guides, and graphics help educate you about the many kinds of cancer and what those facing these diseases can expect. Learn about symptoms, screenings, treatment options, coping methods, and more, all from the cancer care experts at UPMC.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Ways To Help Prevent Cancer.
Tips for Cancer Caregivers and Survivors.
Spotting the Signs and Symptoms of Cancer.
Types of Head and Neck Cancer.
Facts on Prevention, Treatment, and Cancer Care.
Environmental Causes of Cancer.
Radiosurgery Treatment Options.
Benefits of Robotic Surgery for Cancer.
Cervical and Ovarian Cancers.
Low Blood Platelet Count: What Does it Mean?
How Oncology Rehab Provides Relief for Cancer Patients.
Much More.

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Article - 3 Minute Read

Is There a Connection Between PTSD and Cancer?

March 15, 2018

PTSD is a condition many people with cancer have to live with in silence. Not much is known about the link, but UPMC is doing more to treat them together. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: cancer, depression, mental illness, PTSD
Article - 4 Minute Read

What You Need to Know About Melanoma

March 14, 2018

Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Melanoma makes up only 1 percent of skin cancer cases, but causes the most deaths. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer
Videos

How Pet Therapy Can Make Your Hospital Visit a Little Easier

March 1, 2018

Find out how your pet can improve your health and how you can bring your furry friend to your next hospital visit at UPMC. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: animal-assisted therapy, pet therapy, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
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Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention

February 21, 2018

Cervical cancer has become somewhat of a public health crisis among women in their 30s and 40s in Western Pennsylvania. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, HPV, human papilloma virus, precancerous condition, prevalent gynecological cancer, Western Pennsylvania
Article - 3 Minute Read

Screening and Smoking Cessation Key in the Fight Against Lung Cancer

January 31, 2018

Low-dose CT scans have been approved as a screening tool for use in smokers and ex-smokers. But quitting smoking is the best way to improve lung health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Lung Cancer
Tagged with: hookah products, Lung Cancer Center, Lung Cancer Center at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, lung cancers
Article - 3 Minute Read

Lung Cancer 101: The Facts and Figures You Need to Know

January 30, 2018

There are two types of lung cancer--small cell and non-small cell--and their treatments differ. Some people may get lung cancer even if they've never smoke Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Lung Cancer
Tagged with: chemotherapy, lung cancer, Lung Cancer Center, lung cancers, lung tumors, non-small cell cancers, radiation, Treatment for small cell lung cancer
Article - 2 Minute Read

Q&A: Advancements in the Fight Against Lung Cancer

January 26, 2018

There are many changes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, including genomic testing, immunotherapy and video-assisted surgeries. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Lung Cancer
Tagged with: chemotherapy, each person's tumor, lung cancer, Lung Cancer Center, Lung Cancer Center at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, lung cancer treatment, treatment for lung cancer
Article - 1 Minute Read

Pilates for Cancer Patients Improves Their Quality of Life

December 2, 2017

Pilates has a track record helping people with cancer overcome their symptoms. Learn more about this exercise and how it's beneficial. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Fitness
Tagged with: cancer, Joseph Pilates, lymphedema exercises
Article - 1 Minute Read

What Is Shiatsu for Cancer Patients?

November 29, 2017

Learn more about shiatsu massage therapy and how it can help cancer patients manage cancer treatment side effects. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer side effects, cancer treatment, massage, massage therapy, shiatsu