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Article - 7 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A with Madeleine Courtney-Brooks, MD, MPH
Dr. Courtney-Brooks is director of the Magee-Womens Gynecologic Cancer Program of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, caring for women with gynecologic cancers. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Disparities, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Cooling Caps in Chemotherapy: Can You Keep Your Hair?
Hair loss from cancer treatment is temporary but upsetting. Cooling cap systems can help you keep your hair during chemotherapy. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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UPMC Life Changers: How Nurse Christie Santure Cares for Caregivers
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center nurse Christie Santure created the "Caring for the Caregiver" program to provide support for the loved ones of cancer patients. Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Q and A: Advances in Lung Cancer with Dr. Awais
What do I need to know about lung cancer surgery in 2022? Dr. Awais, a thoracic surgeon at UPMC, explains treatment options and new technology for lung cancer. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Understanding the Stigma of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is common, but many people view it as a "smoker's disease." It's important to understand and fight against this stigma. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How UPMC Hamot Pioneered Use of New Technology to Detect Lung Cancer Early
UPMC Hamot became the first hospital in the United States to use a new technology that aids in the early detection of lung cancer. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How Do Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
Although smoking and secondhand smoke exposure are still the primary risk factors for lung cancer, nonsmokers are diagnosed with this deadly disease at significant rates, too. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC Hillman Infusion Center Now Available in Hanover
The new UPMC Hanover Infusion Center offers non-radiation cancer treatments. Located at 310 Stock St., Suite 5, in Hanover, the center is affiliated with UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Ken’s Story: How a Colonoscopy Helped Him Beat Cancer
An important tool for preventing cancer is a colonoscopy where a small camera is used to examine the colon. Ken traveled to UPMC Passavant–McCandless for his. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z