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    Pregnant with Cancer: What You Need to Know

    June 7, 2015

    Developing cancer during pregnancy, although rare, does happen. However, there are treatment options available for pregnant women with cancer. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, expectant mother, maternal-fetal medicine, pregnant, radiation

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    What to Expect During Recovery from Breast Cancer Treatment

    March 22, 2015

    It can be overwhelming to get a list of recovery instructions after breast cancer treatment. Knowing what to expect from each options can help you prepare. Learn More

    Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care

    Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer treatment, cancer support group, mastectomy, medical mondays, meditation, radiation, recovery, surgery, yoga

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    Understand Your Breast Cancer Treatment Options

    March 19, 2015

    Breast cancer treatment involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy. Know your options and how they target the cancer. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer surgery, breast cancer treatment, breast reconstruction surgery, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, mastectomy, medical mondays, radiation, sentinel lymph node biopsy, targeted therapy

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    Brain Cancer vs. Benign Tumors

    May 7, 2014

    Brain cancer and benign tumors are two different types of brain tumors. Learn more about the differences between the two and find treatment options. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: Benign tumors, blurred vision, brain cancer, brain tumors, headache, Malignant tumors, nausea, radiation, seizures

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    Melanoma Monday: Screenings Save Lives

    May 1, 2014

    Melanoma can be treated very effectively if caught early. Learn more about melanoma and its risk factors. Discover the benefits of melanoma screenings. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: American Academy of Dermatology, Melanoma, Melanoma Monday®, radiation, Screenings, skin cancer, sunburns

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