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Cancer Screenings Through Your Lifetime
To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection. Here's what you need to know. Read More
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50 Phenoms: How a Veteran Stayed Strong When Facing Leukemia
Jason Mounts was diagnosed with a type of leukemia in November 2019 but was motivated to survive. Read his story here at UPMC HealthBeat. Watch Now
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Is Acute Myeloid Leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a cancer that typically begins in the bone marrow. Learn more, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Read More
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Preparing for Cancer Surgery: 5 Tips to Get Ready
Cancer surgery is a big deal, but preparation can help you face it. Follow these 5 tips to prepare for cancer surgery. Read More
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Prostate Cancer Treatments Continue to Evolve and Improve
At UPMC we continue to evolve and improve our prostate cancer treatments. Learn more about prostate cancer symptoms, diagnosis and the latest treatment options. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Prostate Cancer
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Immune Therapy Using Adoptive Cell Transfer
TIL therapy, a form of adoptive cell transfer, may change the treatment paradigm in hard-to-treat solid cancers. Learn more. Read More
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How Can I Support Someone Diagnosed with Cancer?
If you have a friend who has cancer, you may be unsure about what to say or do. Here are some tips for being a supportive friend. Read More
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What Every Woman Should Know About Lung Cancer
Rates of lung cancer in U.S. women are going up. Screening can help detect disease early. Here's what you need to know, particularly if you are a smoker. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Should I Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?
Rachelle Huziak, Certified Genetic Counselor with the UPMC Cancer Genetics Program, discusses genetic testing for breast cancer. Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast